Two nights ago, reality TV royals ‘The Braxtons’  took to LA to tape the Season 2 reunion special for their hit show, ‘Braxton Family Values‘.

Hosted by talk show royal Wendy Williams, the taping saw the sisters address a number of delicate issues, from Tamar‘s alleged jealousy of Toni and Trina‘s marital woes with her husband Gabe.

Catch the episode March 22 on WE tv, but until then- peep more from Saturday night below…

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It may be hard to believe, but six years have passed since Outkast released an album.

So, as is to be expected, reports of a follow up to 2006’s ‘Idlewild‘ ran riot this year following Andre 3000‘s return to music, by way of Beyonce‘s ‘Party‘ and Ke$ha‘s ‘Sleazy (Remix)’.

Now find out when fans can expect a new LP from the duo below…

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The untimely passing of Whitney Houston has seen much of the singer’s hits rocket into to the upper echelon of the charts.

However, for as much as we love Houston’s classic cuts, we’re also keen ardent appreciators of her latter material. Case, point, 2003’s ‘Try It On My Own’.

Lifted from the late star’s 5th studio album ‘Just Whitney’, the song and its accompanying were initially hailed upon release – with  ample reason too. Vocally, the track would become one of the last recorded showcases of ‘The Voice’ (see: potent, textured, and effortless); while the visual underlined the track’s compelling lyrics. Lyrics which relayed a narrative of going it alone after years of corporate scaffolding.

All rather fascinating stuff given that the song’s housing album was the first and only to not feature creative input from Houston’s  long-time mentor Clive Davis. Indeed, it was then-head of Arista LA Reid who took creative helm of the project.

And yet it was this juxtaposition of Whitney being in control versus a reality which saw her life spinning out of it which sunk the song and the album moreover. The media (and the masses they influence) were simply not entertaining any such “in-control” notion. Indeed, it seemed the more Whitney proclaimed it, the less people believed.

As such, ‘Try’ peaked at #84 on the Billboard Hot 100, while ‘Just Whitney’ peaked at #9 on the US album tally.

Still, neither can take away from the “stellar” that was the Babyface produced song and the ‘Just Whitney’ album moreover. Both earn a well-deserved spot next to the legend’s best material. Commercially successful or not.

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Platinum songbird Rebecca Ferguson is celebrating a year of trailblazing success with her first headline tour.

And while the trek sees the X Factor star serve up stirring renditions of her own material (such as chart-topper ‘Nothing’s Real But Love’), it also sees her give a soulful nod to other acts – including Drake.

Peep her take on the Young Money MC’s ‘Take Care’ at the jaunt’s Oxford stop below…

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For one reason or another, Azealia Banks has developed a habit of trash talking her contemporaries.

From downplaying Nicki Minaj‘s talent to labeling Kreayshawn a ‘dumb b”tch’, Banks is becoming just as renowned for her uncensored opinions as she is for her ever exciting music.

This week- while promoting her debut album, Kreayshawn has responded to Azealia’s remarks, admitting she found them to be hurtful.

Watch below…

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Perhaps more than any femcee before her, Nicki Minaj‘s crossover into the mainstream has been greeted with both praise and critique. Yet following the release of new single ‘Starships’, the Young Money maven has been at the receiving end of heightened backlash from some sects for “selling out”.

Never one to hold her tongue, Lil Kim‘s arch nemesis hit back at her detractors in a new interview with Funk Master Flex.

Her words after the jump…

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Switch that messy Kardashian nonsense off! The Braxton sisters are back and in a big way.

After warming our hearts with their debut season, Toni, Trina, Towanda, Traci, and, of course, Tamar, return to the small screen with season 2 of their hit WeTV reality series ‘Braxton Family Values’.

You can now check out episode 15 of the latest season below…

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Despite having his issues with R&B bad boy Chris Brown in the past, Hip Hop hitmaker The Dream was onboard for a collaboration between Brown and former girlfriend Rihanna when she made the suggestion, he says.  For, while both Brown and Riri have seen the past year or so brand them certifiable hitmakers, the rising backlash for their raunchy reunion ‘Birthday Cake’ has seen many-a-critic (including fellow musicians) lend their opinion against them joining forces.

As one of the craftsmen behind the bass heavy number, Dream gave his two cents on the matter.  Coming to the defense of his longtime Barbadian collaborator, get into his thoughts below:

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Two days have passed since Chris Brown and Rihanna shocked the world with two collaborative remixes, ‘Birthday Cake’ and ‘Turn Up The Music’.

Striking up heated debate in all corners of the media, their decision to pair up has forced many to question the status of their relationship, following their unfortunate split in 2009.

Now, Chrissy Teigen, fiance of John Legend has weighed in on the pair.

Find out what she said below…

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In Rihanna‘s world, a new year isn’t only a time for fresh starts but for fresh music.

Indeed, as has always been the case with the star, just as fans are digesting one LP, she announces that its follow up is on its way.

So it should come as no surprise that despite releasing ‘Talk That Talk’ in November 2011, she has contacted Brit producers Chase’N’Status, in a bid to kick off a brand new project.

Details below…

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Following the success of her new LP ‘Born To Die‘, Lana Del Rey took to Hollywood’s Amoeba recently to thank fans for their support of both she and the project.

Indeed, seeing as actions do speak louder than words, the performer’s gratitude was showcased in a chilling rendition of ‘Without You‘,  a Kate Bush inspired number lifted from the LP.

Get into the show below…

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Six years ago, the shock axe of TV host Star Jones from The View caused ripples. From the suddenness of the cull, to the spats which would arise between Jones and her former co-hosts, drama characterised the air surrounding her departure.

Hence, surprised were many when the 49 year old paid a visit to her old stomping grounds today.

“A new couch. You’ve got two black girls. Sherri and I are not the same person. Elisabeth had more children. Joy got married!”, Jones exclaimed after being welcomed back to the show which made her a household name.

Anchor Barbara Walters began to recount what happened in 2006, with Jones interjecting with: “Are we really going to go here, Barbara? Do we care at this point?! I honestly don’t.”

Walter insisted, saying “people ask us all the time”, going on to remind Jones that her contract had not been renewed and she surprised her co-stars by saying she was leaving. “It was ugly. … It was a bad emotional time,” Jones replied, adding, “I made the decision that I wanted to go out on my own terms.”

The mood would quickly lightened, as the ladies played catch up, and discussed Jones’ new VH1 venture, which see her book ‘Satan’s Sisters’ turned into a TV movie. Peep the footage above…

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