It’s not uncommon for this generation of performers to cite Queens of Pop Madonna and Janet Jackson as influences, but, unlike many , Urban Pop stage blazer Tinashe can boast direct links to the music royals.

Beyond drawing inspiration from their respective empowerment anthems like ‘Express Yourself’ and ‘Control,’ Sweet T, hot on the promo trail in support of the March 4 release of the deluxe edition of her last studio album ‘333,’ recently took to press to praise the icons for their roles in her personal life – especially as it relates to navigating a male-dominated music industry.

Sitting down with our friends at HNHH in honor of Women’s History Month, the 29-year-old waxed honest about how watching and listening to the divas has helped her move in a space that hasn’t been the most inviting to young, female creatives.

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The promo trail can attest that Alicia Keys is indeed a girl on fire.

Spotted at a number of high-profile outlets this week in promotion of the March 1 release of her latest book ‘Girl on Fire,’ the 41-year-old took her native New York City by storm on International Women’s Day (March 8) as she visited ‘ET Online,’ ‘Access Hollywood,’ ‘Good Morning America,’ and ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ (among others).

In relation to the latter, Keys chopped it up with Fallon about the graphic novel (inspired by her 2012 #1 album of the same name), how she learned she was the best-selling R&B artist of the millennium, her new limited edition activewear line with Athleta, and so much more.

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Latto is wasting no time capitalizing on the success of her current smash ‘Big Energy.’

Because just hours after the bouncy bop became her first top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, the femcee has officially announced its follow-up – ‘Wheelie.’

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Nicki Minaj has had fans moving and shaking with new jams ‘Do We Have A Problem?’ and ‘Bussin’ – both of which have made their presence felt on the Billboard charts.

Now, she’s making a literal move with her ‘Queen Radio’ show.

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Eminem may be over two decades into his career, but his wins aren’t showing any signs of slowing.

For, the rapper has nabbed a number of major certifications that have rendered him the most certified artist in RIAA history.

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Jazmine Sullivan has been forced to cancel another date on her ‘Heaux Tales Tour’ after being diagnosed with COVID. 

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It’s been nearly 6 months since Latto unveiled ‘Big Energy,’ but the Dr. Luke-produced bop is still making BIG moves on the Billboard Hot 100.

Just 5 days after the tune had become the third single of her career certified Gold or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales of 500,000 copies in the United States, Latto (born Alyssa Stephens) learned ‘Big’ has cracked the Hot 100’s top 20 for the first time.

Planted at #17 on the tally’s refreshed edition, it becomes the first time she’s seen her name printed in the chart territory as a leading act.

As she celebrates the milestone, look inside to see who joins her on this week’s TGJ Chart Check.

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Nicki Minaj is not holding back.

For, she has shared a bunch of new details about her upcoming album.

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Dua Lipa and Megan Thee Stallion are in full promotion mode.

Case in point, the dynamic duo has now shared a snippet of their new song ‘Sweetest Pie.’

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Kanye West‘s ‘Donda 2’ was notably absent from the charts this week.

Now, it has been revealed why the project cannot be seen.

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Camila Cabello is clearing the air after an accidental wardrobe malfunction.

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‘Step by Step’ singers New Kids on the Block are stepping back into the 80’s and bringing some of their classic contemporaries along for the ride!

Ahead of the May 10 kickoff of their ‘Mixtape Tour’ alongside En Vogue, Salt-N-Pepa, and Rick Astley, the quintet lead their fellow hitmakers on the throwback-inspired single ‘Bring Back the Time.’

An ode to the heyday of music video, the four acts spoof and tribute some of the decade’s most memorable music videos including Robert Palmer‘s ‘Addicted to Love,’ Toni Basil‘s ‘Mickey,’ Devo‘s ‘Whip It,’ and so many more.

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