The BET Awards is back and set to blaze on Sunday, June 26.

As always, all eyes are on who’ll be up for nominations at Black entertainment’s biggest calendar night – which is being hosted by Taraji P. Henson live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

Well, wonder no more. For, the nominees’ list has been revealed.

After unprecedented success, Doja Cat leads with six each.

Drake and Ari Lennox follow closely with four apiece.

Elsewhere, the likes of Chloe Bailey, Silk Sonic, Jazmine Sullivan, and Tems are amongst the stars who also scooped notable noms at the show.

What are you waiting for? The full list of nominations awaits below…

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Camila Cabello continues to pour out a flavorsome flow of performances in support of her third studio album ‘Familia.’

As reported, the 25-year-old Pop singer has paired up with VEVO for a special series of live showings of songs from the LP – which arrived last month.

Designed to deliver more than standard-fare showings, Cabello collaborated with the platform to put together a set that facilitated movement, joy, and liberation.

The latest performance to be unlocked is the spirited showing of ‘No Doubt.’

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Omari Hardwick is getting candid about his financial journey in Hollywood. And he is not holding back.

In an interview on The Pivot Podcast, the ‘Power’ star opened up about his pay on the wildy popular show – which has birthed many a spin-off.

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Aunjanue Ellis is sharing her truth. For, the Oscar nominee has opened up about being bisexual for the first time publicly.

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It appears as though things between Liam Payne and Zayn Malik are headed in a sour direction.

Case in point, Payne dissed his former One Direction bandmate in a scathing new interview.

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After much anticipation, it is finally here.

For, multi-talented superstar Todrick Hall has finally unleashed his ‘Algorhythm’ album.

The new album is full of inspiration from the 80s and features the previously previously released singles: ‘Breath,’ ‘Dance Forever,’ and ‘Pre-Madonna.’ Moreover, the project also features the uplifting anthem ‘Gay Experience,’ which arrives just in time for Pride Month to begin.

Speaking to That Grape Juice earlier this year, Hall shared that some of his main inspirations for the album were the ‘Stranger Things’ soundtrack and Whitney Houston. The full interview can be found here.

Stream Hall’s ‘Algorhythm’ album via Spotify and Apple Music just below…

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Not even two weeks after delivering her first child, Rihanna – despite not having released a studio album since 2016 – has been delivered news that her reign as Queen of digital downloads has been extended.

Reclaiming the title from Taylor Swift last year (as we reported here), this week Rih furthered the distance between herself and her nearest female competitors thanks to a slew of new certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Hop inside to see the new shiny plaques the diva is welcoming.

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As if anticipation for ‘Lost Souls,’ the June 3-due debut album of rising Rap sensation Vory, wasn’t already hot enough, the 24-year-old is sending that excitement into overdrive with the arrival of the Kanye West-assisted tune ‘Daylight.’

Originally intended for West’s ‘Donda’ album,’ the song – though scrapped from the final tracklist of the chart-topping 2021 album – found its way to ‘Lost.’  Boasting production credits from the likes of of Ojivolta, 88-Keys, Ratatat’s Evan Mast and Kanye himself, ‘Daylight’ shines with lyrics of lamentation.

“On my side of mention out of fence, I got somethin’ in the rants / Had a song colder line, hold a line, golden mine, I’m a don / I’ve been holdin’ by design / I been made by design, in the night, in the summer,” Ye spits on the new song.

A worthy addition to a long list of collaborations including ‘Lord Lift Me Up,’ ‘God Breathed,’ No Child Left Behind,’ and more, listen to ‘Daylight’ inside.

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From Brad Paisley to Jill Scott, Leslie Odom Jr., and more, Nationwide is no stranger to getting award-winning on their side over the years to help promote their insurance and financial service products.

The latest to put a twist on the company’s iconic jingle is GRAMMY & Academy Award-winning songstress H.E.R.

“I think it’s one of those jingles I’ve always known, and I never thought I’d be the one singing it,” said the celebrated singer-songwriter. “It’s just so fun to take something you already know and kind of make it your own and be a part of somewhat of a legacy.”

Adding her unique R&B stylings to Nationwide’s ‘On Your Side Soundtracks’ campaign, H.E.R. not only spun the insurance giant’s signature song but also unveiled a listen at an original tune that speaks to the spirit of those who have been on her side over her short but storied career.

Look inside to hear both.

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With its #94 peak on the Hot 100 (as of time reported), Sam Smith‘s latest single – ‘Love Me More’ – isn’t exactly getting the love the GRAMMY winner is accustomed to seeing their singles get upon arrival.

In an effort to change the tide on the Stargate-produced track, which was released April 28, Smith is giving ‘More’ more attention on the promotional front.

Not even two weeks after unveiling a stirring acoustic rendition of the tune, Sam’s unlocked a behind the scenes look at the creation of the song’s official music video.

Look inside to see the Luke Monaghan-directed action.

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Nicki Minaj is no stranger to big deals and her latest pact is with a multi-year, multi-dimensional pact with Maxim.

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It’s Normani‘s 26th birthday and, in a treat for fans, the singer’s appearance on Genius has been unwrapped.

The segment saw the stage blazer shine spotlight on her recent single ‘Fair.’

Journeying through the song’s lyrics, Normani also seized the moment to belt out the emotional track.

The appearance comes as excitement builds around a new incoming song from the star named ‘Candy Paint.’

Watch the showing after the jump…

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