Mariah Carey toasted to her latest endeavour last night – her newly launched label – Butterly MC Records.

The legendary diva donned a figure-hugging ensemble for the shindig which took place at CATCH LA.

She was joined by longtime musical companion LA Reid, whose Epic Records imprint will distribute Mimi’s label.

Also in the house were ex Nick Cannon, Floyd Mayweather, and controversial manager Stella Bulochnikov.

According to Mariah at the time of the label’s announcement, a new album is due later this year. It marks a stark and swift shift from her earlier expressed desire to release singles for the foreseeable.

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Tamar Braxton is rebuilding.

The last two years have been rough for the 40-year following a life threatening illness, a poorly performing album, and an acrimonious departure from ‘The Real.’

More recent times have seen things on an upswing for the starlet. Case in point  her newly inked a production deal (for a new talk show) with Steve Harvey.

Now, word on the curb is that Braxton’s music career has had an interesting development.

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Mariah Carey fans rejoiced in 2015 when it was announced that the elusive chanteuse had signed with Epic Records; a move which not only reunited her with Sony Music, but also saw her re-team with L.A Reid

The latter was greeted with particular glee as it was Reid who served as the force who engineered Carey’s career-reviving ‘Emancipation’ in 2005.

Fast forward to today and, after a slew of image denting moves, the climate looks markedly grim.

So much so that a new report suggests Reid may be gearing up to let Mariah go.

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It looks like Ciara isn’t the only dance machine that has good news to share thanks to Warner Bros. Records.  One of Urban Pop’s leading male acts, Jason Derulo, took to Instagram today to unveil news that he too has taken on a record label venture with the music giants.

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After a four year hiatus, VH1 Divas made its triumphant return. Providing a holiday backdrop, The Diva ‘Unsilent Night Special’ unleashed the highly revered vocals of Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Vanessa Williams, and Mariah Carey.

The festive summit also featured impressive performances by rising divas, JoJo, Serayah, Teyana Taylor, Diana Gordon, Bebe Rexha, and MC Remy Ma.

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Divas, both old and new, stepped out in style last night for the revived VH1 Divas taping.

Rested on the bench for four years, the the once formidable extravaganza returned in fine form at New York’s King’s Theater.

Boasting a Christmas theme, the show – aptly titled ‘VH1 Divas: Unsilent Night,’ hosted performances from the likes of Mariah Carey, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Teyana Taylor, Vanessa Williams, JoJo, Serayah, and Remy Ma.

Set to air on December 5th, exclusive snaps from the event have surfaced. Check ’em out above and below…

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VH1 is baking a tasting looking pie with their revived Divas show.

Fresh from announcing Mariah Carey as the first performer on the special, organisers have revealed that Patti Labelle will also be returning to the iconic platform.

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Lady Gaga launched herself back into the media stratosphere with comeback single ‘Perfect Illusion.’

Billed as the first taste of the singer’s fifth studio album ‘Joanne’ (due October 21st), the track topped the iTunes tally in over 60 countries upon its release last week.

In the time since, its lost a little steam – leaving some worried about her prospects. Others, however, are quick to note that the song’s video is around the corner; hence so too will be the natural lift it lends by way of VEVO streams.

The growing debate has left many wondering about the back of the campaign; what’s to come? What do the other songs sound like? Who’s calling the shots?

Interestingly, Mother Monster gave a inkling as to the latter in a new interview.

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Frank Ocean is full of surprises.

The singer’s name has been a staple in the music sphere this week following the unannounced release of two albums – visual LP ‘Endless’ and sophomore effort ‘Blonde.’ 

Per projections, the latter is on course to not only open at #1 on the Billboard 200, but double the sales of its predecessor (2012’s ‘Channel Orange’) in the process.

There is also another compelling story playing out; one few had any clue about.

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As reported here, ‘Full Moon’ maestra Brandy is moving full speed ahead refiling suit against Chameleon Entertainment (her record label home) and its president, Breyon Prescott, who – according to her – is refusing to release her from the “unfair” contract she’s signed with them.

Taking to Billboard, B-Rocka revealed:

“I’m as free as a bird in my mind,” Brandy tells Billboard. “But on paper, it looks like I’m a slave. And I’m not a slave. The kind of deal I’m signed to should be criminal to any artist.”

While time will tell if the Grammy winning diva will win her suit seeking over $270,000 from damages allegedly incurred during her time on the label, one thing is certain – she is losing the favor of Prescott and co. as they took to TMZ recently to clap back at her ‘slavery’ allegations.

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Brandy is charging ahead full steam with legal proceedings to release her from a record contract with Chameleon Entertainment.

As reported back in March, the Vocal Bible has filed suit against the company – to who she has been signed since 2011. And now further details have been revealed.

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Leona Lewis‘ talent is undeniable. Yet, her commercial viability is being called into question following reports that she has been let go from her record label.

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