2022 is set to mark a historical year.

For, this year marks 20 years since many a landmark album has dropped. Whether they be pop, R&B, hip-hop, or a mix, these albums marked a culture shift, one that set the tone for years to come.

So, as the new year begins, join us below to see what albums turn 20 in 2022…

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The 2022 GRAMMY Awards could be moving to the springtime.

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Trey Songz made is clapping back at claims that he raped former basketball star Dylan Gonzalez.

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Lil Nas X‘s ‘Call Me By Your Name’ and ‘Industry Baby’ may have been two of 2021’s biggest hits, but – as evidenced by recent news from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) – their respective reigns are set to extend into 2022.

The same week the latter bounced back into the Hot 100’s top 10 (nearly six months after its release), the Jack Harlow-assisted cut has been greeted with word it’s crossed the RIAA’s threshold for triple Platinum status – meaning it’s sold the equivalence of 3 million copies in the United States alone.

That’s not the only good report the GRAMMY winner got this week, however.

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Thanks to over 300 million records sold worldwide (a feat supported by seven #1 albums on the Billboard 200 and nine #1 hits on the Hot 100), Elton John is already penciled in history books as one of the top 10 most successful musical acts of all-time.

But,  if the success of his latest Pop single ‘Cold Heart’ is any indicator, he has his sights set on extending that placement.

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Basketball star Dylan Gonzalez has accused singer Trey Songz of raping her at a Las Vegas hotel.

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Congratulations are in order for Jeannie Mai and rapper Jeezy.

For, the couple have announced the birth of their first child together.

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Maya Angelou left an indelible mark on the world and her legacy is now being immortalized anew in a way that sees her make history all over again.

For, the activist, author, and poet has become the first Black woman ever featured on the US 25-cent (quarter) coin.

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‘One Wish’ singer Ray J has one wish for all the brothers: avoid white underwear at all costs!

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Start your engines because season 14 of ‘Ru Paul’s Drag Race’ is here.

The Emmy Award-winning series sees the groundbreaking drag force lead the latest search for America’s Next Top Drag Superstar.

Like millions across the globe, we’re already glued to screens and loving the array of characters all vying for glory on the popular VH1 hit.

With episode 2 – starring special guest Alicia Keys – set to air this Friday, check out a sneak peek before its broadcast…
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Adele is set to unwrap the music video for ‘Oh My God‘ tomorrow (January 12).

Excitement is already at fever pitch for the latest ’30’ visual and the British belter has poured fuel on the fiery buzz with a new extended trailer.

In the past, the superstar has been more renowned for the emotional lyrics and vocal theatrics of her songs.

Now, it looks like upping the ante visually too.

Check out the latest look at the ‘Oh My God’ video after the jump…

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The Weeknd is continuing to pour out visuals from his recently released album ‘Dawn FM.’

And ‘Gasoline’ in the latest.

Following on the heels of the clips for ‘Take My Breath’ and ‘Sacrifice,’ the video further expands on the cinematic soundscape the performer has established with the project.

It arrives as Abel dukes it out with rapper Gunna for the top spot on the Billboard 200 chart.

Check out the video for ‘Gasoline’ after the jump…

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