The #VERZUZ battles have taken both social media and the music industry by storm.

And that trajectory looks set to continue, because two of R&B’s most decorated groups – 112 and Jagged Edge – will be duelling in the next spar.

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‘Southern Hospitality’ hitmaker Ludacris was undoubtedly in need of some himself after he was slammed on social media for making comments that some deemed supportive of embattled R&B legend R. Kelly.

The drama started Saturday (May 18) during the rapper’s #VERZUZ showdown with fellow emcee Nelly.  While cranking out their respective hits, Luda (born Christopher Bridges) previewed an unreleased song which featured the line:

“I love R.Kelly but around my daughters, I’m not comfortable.”

After the lyric sparked backlash, Bridges took to an interview with radio personality Big Tigger to clear up any confusion about his intent.

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The virtual phenomenon #VERZUZ could see its first group battle if its creators Swizz Beatz and Timbaland get their way.

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Despite joining forces to support Xscape on the group’s 2017 ‘Great Xscape Reunion Tour,’ R&B belters and former friends Monica and Tamar Braxton haven’t been all that supportive of each other after a very publicized falling out the next year.

For that reason, when quizzed on who she thought would win the highly requested #VERZUZ battle Mo and ‘Boy is Mine’ co-star Brandy, viewers of Monday’s (May 18) TS Madison‘s ‘Supreme Virtual Court’ were expecting supreme shade from Braxton.

To their surprise, while praising Bran for her amazing vocal ability (even reiterating her ‘Vocal Bible’ status as gifted by fans and fellow R&B singers), Tamar voiced encouragement for Mo to participate in the pairing.

However, when asked if she would ever go hit-for-hit with arch nemesis K. Michelle, T wasn’t as vocal.  See the hilarity inside:

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King of Pop Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Toni Braxton, and Beyoncé are just a few of the multi-Platinum selling artists who have soared to the top of charts on the wings of production from Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins.

With hits spanning over two decades, the GRAMMY-winning producer boasts a collection of RIAA certification plaques that knows few rivals.

Yet, despite having amassed accolades and peer recognition beyond measure over his storied career, the 42-year-old operates with a hunger and tenacity akin to that of an industry newcomer – a trait he recently told That Grape Juice is among the many that keep him humble.

In addition to dishing exclusively about his new single ‘Come Together’ – an amalgamation of some of Gospel music’s biggest names (i.e. Fred Hammond, Karen Clark Sheard, Kirk Franklin, Lecrae, Marvin Sapp, and more) – Jerkins waxed honest on his love for longtime collaborator Brandy, the VERZUZ battle franchise, and so much more.

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After taking to Miami’s 99 JAMZ to decline arch nemesis Khia‘s request to engage in a hit-for-hit battle (as we reported here), the radio station announced Trina and her longtime collaborator, Trick Daddy, would be using their platform to duke it out in a VERZUZ-style showdown.

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‘Snatch the Cat Back’ beauty Khia is clapping back at Trina for going on Miami radio station, 99 Jamz, to deny the Thug Misses’ invitation to engage in a hit-for-hit battle on the ‘VERZUZ’ platform.

Referring to the ‘My Neck, My Back’ star as a ‘bum’ (as we reported here), Trina‘s fiery rant awakened an even worse response from Khia who recently took to her official YouTube channel to respond.

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On May 9, Neo-Soul Queens Jill Scott and Erykah Badu were the queens of hearts as they turned their highly anticipated ‘VERZUZ’ battle into an undeniable lovefest and declaration of sisterhood.

The first female combatants to virtually duke it out on the wildly popular platform, Badu Vs. Scott boasted Michelle Obama, Spike Lee, and Janet Jackson among the 700,000 viewers it amassed at one point during the live session.  With those numbers the GRAMMY winners surpassed the viewership figures of the previous record-holders (Babyface vs. Teddy Riley) by well over 200,000 viewers.

As if that win wasn’t enough to celebrate, the love from those watching the digital duel spilled over to digital charts as some of the ladies’ most prized entries from their respective discographies shot up iTunes charts.

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The VERZUZ battle craze has become the breakout entertainment phenomenon of 2020.

Pitting some of music’s most celebrated singers, songwriters, and producers in a song showdown to showcase their biggest hits, the quarantine-inspired exhibit’s not only drawn the likes of Sean Garrett, Babyface, Teddy Riley, and more to participate (click here to see), but also counts big names like Janet Jackson, Brandy, and more among its million of fans.

Now, as the world gears up for the first female battle courtesy of the Jill Scott/Erykah Badu bout showdown on May 9 (click here to read more), EGOT winner John Legend says they may be gearing up to launch the first co-ed duel.

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The beef between Khia and Trina rages on!

Years after the self-proclaimed Queen of the South slammed the Diamond Princess for allegedly not crediting her for the 2000 hit, ‘Da Baddest B*tch,’  the femcees continue to swap insults on the Web – much to the delight of their fans.

Earlier this week, Khia took to social media to formally challenge Trina to a ‘hit-for-hit’ VERZUZ battle – a virtual phenomenon that sees some of music’s most prized performers showcase their greatest hits.  When quizzed during a recent interview on if she’d accept the offer to compete, T exploded in a fiery rant that saw her label the ‘My Neck, My Back’ beauty a ‘bum.’

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May 19 marks the 22nd anniversary of one of the most successful singles of all time – Brandy & Monica‘s iconic duet, ‘The Boy Is Mine.’

For commemoration of that occasion and other reasons (see: purported rivalry, occupying similar spaces in music history, etc.), the divas’ longtime fans are calling for them to participate in the ‘VERZUZ’ battle craze to highlight gems from their respectively prized discographies.

As both ladies are hot on the promo trail for their most recent ventures (see:  Bran’s new single ‘Baby Mama,’ Mo’s VH1 reality series ‘Friends & Family Hustle’), they’ve both been quizzed on their interest in engaging on the platform.

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Erykah Badu and Jill Scott are joining the Verzus family.

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