Four months after Chris Brown made headlines for tying Bruno Mars as the second best-selling male singer in the history of digital music (as we reported here), the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) confirms C. Breezy has breezed past his ‘Grenade’-singing counterpart to claim the runner-up title by his lonesome.

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What was thought to just be a wild weekend for Kanye West shows no sign of slowing thanks to a pair of Instagram posts that see him continue his tirade in attempt to win Kim Kardashian back.

As we reported here, the GRAMMY winner has taken aim at the media mogul’s new boyfriend – comic Pete Davidson – in a slew of slamming social media posts and even songs.  Further, he’s even distancing himself from friends who he believes are supporting the ‘SNL’ star (i.e. Kid Cudi, Bob Iger, and others).

Yet, despite the very public disses, West wants to reassure his fans he has no ‘beef’ with Kardashian – regardless of the narrative he believes is being pushed to suggest the contrary.

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If critical acclaim and fan response are any indication, K. Michelle will be scooching up R&B charts next week with her latest single, ‘Scooch.’

The Lil Ronnie-produced mid-tempo has been banging its way up real-time and streaming tallies since its February 11 premiere – a feat aided by its live performance debut on the EMMY-winning talk show ‘The Real’ the same day.

While there, Michelle not only blazed the stage but also dished on the killer success of her Lifetime reality show, ‘My Killer Body,’ and why ‘I’m the Problem’ (the parent album of ‘Scooch’) will be her last foray into R&B before releasing her long-awaited and heavily teased Country album.

Did you miss the action when it first aired? No worries; we’ve got you covered.

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Just days after her 29th birthday (February 6), Tinashe was the one handing out presents to her dedicated fans in the form of news about the re-release of her fifth studio album, ‘333.’

Repackaged with new songs ‘Something Like a Heartbreak.’ ‘HMU for a Good Time (ft. Channel Tres),’ ‘Woke Up Blessed,’ and ‘Naturally,’ the deluxe set is slated for a March 3 release.

Before its arrival on digital shelves, Sweet T has unveiled a listen to ‘Naturally’ via a gruesome and gory accompanying music video.

Look inside to see how she put a twist on Valentine’s Day with this unique number.

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Congratulations are in order for Alexandra Burke!

For, the British singer has announced that she is expecting her first child.

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After taking to Los Angeles SoFi Stadium to render one of the most unforgettable Super Bowl showings in recent memory, ‘California Love’ continues to be showered on Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, and Queen of Hip Hop Soul Mary J. Blige.

As reported here, the quintet of hitmakers headlined Sunday’s halftime show to historic measure (February 13) – a feat that’s had viewers as hyped about their performance as the big game itself.

With commentary from critics, fans, admirers, and even celebrities continuing to flow in, the latter is making headlines for the praise they’re bestowing on the Hip Hop heavyweights.

From John Legend and Missy Elliott to Kerry Washington, Khloe Kardashian, and more, tuck in to see the reactions.

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‘Family Affair’ took on a whole new meaning for Mary J. Blige as the diva was one of many Urban music royals to headline the Super Bowl LVI halftime show.

A historic night for the genres of Hip Hop & R&B, the jam-packed lineup – which also featured Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar – saw the quintet take turns cranking out bite-sized renditions of some of their biggest hits.

An undoubtable touchdown on every front (including its surprises), look inside to see how the fivesome rocked Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium Sunday night (February 13).

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No matter what Billboard reads at the beginning of every week, the #1 song in America will always be its cherished National Anthem.

Though a beacon of American pride, it’s become a playground for many singers – both aspiring and seasoned.

Today, From The Vault takes you back to a rather controversial rendition of ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ by the one and only Christina Aguilera.

In 2010, Aguilera released her ill-fated fourth English album, ‘Bionic.’ Unlike its predecessors, it never set the charts alight and was unfairly panned by critics.

With her then-latest effort underperforming and an odd media-orchestrated “feud” with Lady Gaga (who was on top of the world at that very time), it seemed there wasn’t much goodwill for Ms. Christina at the beginning of the 2010s.

So what better way to turn things around than singing the National Anthem at the Superbowl? Indeed, no gimmick, just Christina and that voice. What could go wrong, right?

Unfortunately, the performance made headlines. But not for the best of reasons: despite serving a solid vocal, Xtina seemed to have forgotten a few words of the famed anthem.

The blowback was monumental for the star, but she was able to redeem herself a few weeks later when she tackled yet another classic, ‘Ain’t No Way’ by the legendary Aretha Franklin at the GRAMMY Awards. By the time ‘The Voice’ launched its very first season with her as a part of the coaching panel, all was forgotten.

Clearly, that performance was not giving Whitney, but thankfully it wasn’t giving Fergie either.

Here’s to many more memorable renditions of the US National Anthem, good, bad, and in between.

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Jhené Aiko flexed her unique vocal chops at Super Bowl LVI Sunday (February 13) courtesy of a harp-assisted take on the historic tune ‘America the Beautiful.’

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Moments ago, Grammy Award-nominated country music artist Mickey Guyton rocked Super Bowl 56 with a stirring rendition of the U.S. national anthem.

Joining a hallowed list of vocalists who have performed the historic number to open a Super Bowl (i.e. Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Beyonce, P!nk, Faith Hill, Cher, and others), Guyton took to the Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium ahead of the Bengals vs. Rams game Sunday (February 13) with a triumphant take on ‘The Star Spangled Banner.’

Undoubtedly one that will have people talking for years to come, look inside to see how Mickey fared:

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Before the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals battle for the year’s most prestigious title in football at Sunday’s Super Bowl 56 (February 13), the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California was rocked by native daughters Mary Mary.

The GRAMMY-winning Gospel sister act were on hand to deliver a rendition of the Black national anthem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” – and deliver they did.

Joined by LA’s renowned YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles), look inside to see how they fared.

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Real love is exactly what hits from Mary J. Blige’s catalog are receiving in anticipation of her historic co-headlining performance at the 2022 Super Bowl.

While it’s not uncommon for headliners to see spikes in sales and streaming activity after the big game, the Queen of Hip Hop Soul is reigning over real-time sales tallies BEFORE the kickoff.

See what we mean inside…

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