‘The Color Purple’ musical is definitely shaping up to be one of the year’s most highly anticipated entertainment events, but so is its star-studded companion album.

Lined with contributions from the film’s stars Fantasia, H.E.R., Ciara, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Danielle Brooks, and Halle Bailey as well as original tunes from big names like Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, Megan Thee Stallion, Usher, Keyshia Cole, Coco Jones, Mary Mary, and Missy Elliott, the soundtrack is set to sail to streaming services on December 15.

Ahead of the arrival of the Quincy Jones-executive produced project, its first single – ‘Lifeline‘ by Alicia Keys – has hit digital outlets.

“‘Cause your heart’s an army (Yes, it is) / Don’t gotta do this all by yourself / If you need someone you call me (All you gotta do) / You got me (All you gotta do), you got me/Oh, I can be your lifeline,” she sings on the Tricky Stewart and Marshmell0-produced tune.

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PinkPantheress is getting candid about her biggest hit.

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After captivating audiences with its inaugural run in 2022, the star-studded BET+ original series ‘Black Hamptons‘ is jetting back to TV for more jaw-dropping drama.

Based on a novel by ‘New York Times’ best-selling author Carl Weber, ‘Hamptons’ stars cast regulars Lamman Rucker, Angela ‘Blac Chyna’ White, Brian White, Elise Neal, and Vanessa Bell Calloway as well as season 2 additions Flex Alexander, Richard Lawson, and more.

Hop inside for a peek at the latest on the feud between the Black elites – the Brittons and the Johnsons – ahead of the show’s return to screens on December 7.

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GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Jacob Collier recruited some heavy hitters for his latest single, ‘Witness Me.’

In addition to nabbing help from fellow English chart-topper Stormzy, ‘Witness’ features contributions from Canadian hitmaker Shawn Mendes and Gospel icon Kirk Franklin.

“I’m here for you (I’m here for you) / In whatever you’re going through (Nothing that I wouldn’t do) / Whatever it is, you can tell me / I know you’d do the same,” Mendes croons on the uplifting tune.

The newest taste of music from Collier’s February 29, 2024-due album ‘Djesse Vol. 4’ (the final installment of his ‘Djesse‘ series), hop inside to get acquainted with the star-studded track.

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The concept of being touched by an angel takes on a holiday twist in the inspirational comedy ‘Bringing Back Christmas.’

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From peers to predecessors, Brandy has been no stranger to garnering acclaim from some of the industry’s biggest stars over her 30-year career.

Most recently, legendary film and music video director Mary Lambert added her name to the seemingly neverending list of those showering the multi-hyphenate diva with praise.

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Thanks to the towering success of her long-awaited sophomore album, 2022’s ‘SOS,’ few in recent Billboard history can boast the year singer-songwriter SZA has had!

So much so, she’s been crowned the year’s top R&B act.

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Cop a gander at Normani!

The ‘Wild Side’ songstress served up sensational scenes at the Los Angeles premiere of Beyonce‘s ‘Renaissance’ film.

A star-studded affair, the event was also attended by the likes of Lizzo, Janelle Monae, Chloe x Halle, as well as Destiny’s Child stars Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams, LeToya Luckett, and LaTavia Roberson.

With buzz building for Normani’s own return to the musical spotlight (after she signed a major new management deal), peep her wowing after the jump…

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Jennifer Lopez is wasting no time revving up the buzz machine for her brand new visual album, ‘This Is Me…Now.’

As reported, J.Lo has set a February 16 release date for the LP (her first in 10 years) and its companion feature-length film (which will premiere on Prime Video).

Before then, she’ll serve the masses their first taste of the “musical experience” by way of its lead single ‘Can’t Get Get Enough’ – due on January 10.

The flavorsome jam is built on a delicious sample of Sean Paul‘s 2003 smash ‘I’m Still In Love With You’ (which itself samples Alton Ellis’ ‘I’m Still In Love With You Girl’).

To whet appetites, Lopez has unlocked a preview of the track.

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The ‘Real Housewives Of Potomac’ are back!

Gone are the days when the Madams of Maryland squabbled over etiquette. Because in the show’s eighth season, the drama escalates to new levels.

‘Potomac’ staples Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Candiace Dillard, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton are all back in the mix and stirring up must-see TV. Newcomer Nneka Ihim has joined the ladies and causes an instant stir too.

With the twists and turns already underway, check out a preview of episode 5 of season 8 below…

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‘Married To Medicine’ is back for its 10th season and according to the thermometer, the drama is scorching!

The popular Bravo series chronicles the lives of a group of ladies – some of whom work in the medical field and others who are married to those who do.

This installment is already making for addictive viewing.

Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone, Dr. Heavenly, Quad Webb, and Toya Bush-Harris are all back on board.

‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ alum Phaedra Parks joins the ladies as a full-time cast member alongside Lateasha Lunceford – the new wife of Dr. Gregory Lunceford, Quad’s ex-husband!

Want to know what the ladies are up to?

 Check out the sneak peek preview of ‘Married To Medicine’ episode 5 / season 10 below…

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‘The Color Purple’ will be making a splash on more than the big screen next month.

The official soundtrack for the hotly anticipated film has been announced and it brings with it an Avengers-scale lineup of talent.

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