Monday 30 June 2014

Album stream: Robin Thicke - ‘Paula’...

Courtesy of USA Today, Robin Thicke's entire new album 'Paula' is available to stream online.

New Music: Chris Brown – ‘New Flame’ (ft. Usher & Rick Ross)...

Chris Brown drops his brand new single 'New Flame' featuring Usher and Rick Ross.

Album tracklist + collaborations: Ariana Grande – ‘My Everything’...

Today, Ariana Grande unwraps the tracklist for her sophomore album 'My Everything.'

Watch: Jennifer Hudson debuts 'It's Your World' at BET Awards...

Some of that sassy disco-soul is what was served up when Jennifer Hudson debuted new song 'It’s Your World,' featuring R. Kelly.

Watch: Robin Thicke dedicates 'Forever Love' to Paula Patton at BET Awards...

More public apologies and grovelling performances. Will this ever end?

Watch: Jhené Aiko duets with John Legend at BET Awards...

One of the perks of being married to John Legend is his ability to make a woman swoon.

Watch: Usher performs hits medley & 'Good Kisser' at BET Awards...

Thanks to Usher, throwback Sunday came to the BET Awards last night.

Watch: Chris Brown, Trey Songz & August Alsina perform together & solo at BET Awards

He's back! Chris Brown clearly didn't miss a beat while he was locked up in jail.

Sunday 29 June 2014

Zendaya Coleman officially drops out of Aaliyah biopic...

Reps for Zendaya Coleman confirm to E! News exclusively that she will no longer be playing the late Aaliyah in the upcoming Lifetime biopic. Apparently, there were production issues, including problems obtaining the rights to Aaliyah’s music.

Watch: Jennifer Lopez performs at iHeartRadio Pool Party [full HQ concert]...

As if Miami wasn't sweltering enough, Jennifer Lopez goes and sends temperatures soaring with a sizzling rump shaking set at last night's iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party.

Video premiere: Luke James - 'Options' (ft. Rick Ross)...

Luke James takes the minimalistic approach with his new visuals for 'Options.' The embattled R&B crooner performs the first single off his upcoming album on an empty sound stage.

Snapshot: Ariana Grande unwraps artwork for new album, previews 'Break Free' video...

During an interview with iHeartRadio, Ariana Grande announces an August 25th release date for her sophomore album 'My Everything,' and unwraps the official cover art.

Friday 27 June 2014

Hopefully, Rihanna's not too naive to believe T-Boz challenged her to a "fist" fight...

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T-Boz is too grown for Twitter beefs, and she's letting Rihanna know. Though, I'm not seeing where she told reporters that she'd "fight Rihanna" and "kick her ass." TMZ is just straight up messy like that. It's this kind of deceitful reporting that got Rihanna fired up in the first place. SMH.

Behind the scenes: Beyoncé & Jay Z - ‘On the Run’ tour...

Trouble in paradise? Pst! In the name of some stunning PR, these two won't ever show it. Beyoncé and Jay Z give fans a behind-the-scenes look leading up to the opening night of their epic ‘On the Run’ tour.

Snapshots: Keyshia Cole shoots steamy 'She' video...

This is what you lost Boobie, you silly, silly man! Given the lusty, lesbian bedroom fantasy of her new single 'She', Keyshia Cole is giving it pure literal for the assisted lingerie clad visuals.

New Music: Usher – ‘I Don’t Mind’ (ft. Juicy J)...

Stripping is not the type of career that would get you a ton of respect. However, Usher certainly finds the appeal in a woman who knows how to make her money on the pole in his new song, 'I Don’t Mind.'

Snippet: Chris Brown – ‘New Flame’ (ft. Usher & Rick Ross)...

Back in March, Chris Brown dropped a new cut called 'New Flame' featuring Rick Ross. The final version of the song will now include vocals from Usher, which he previewed on Instagram. Preview a clip of their collaboration inside! 

Snippet: Robin Thicke – ‘Lock the Door’...

At this point, no one would blame Paula Patton for locking her doors, now that her estranged husband has taken to stalking her. Robin Thicke releases a 90-second snippet of a new song he dedicates to his wife called 'Lock The Door.'

Thursday 26 June 2014

Snapshot: Kelly Rowland & baby bump attend 'On The Run' tour...

Pregnancy looks great on Kelly Rowland! The glowing singer and her baby bump headed to the Sun Life Stadium yesterday to support her Destiny's Child sister Beyoncé and Jay Z at their 'On The Run' tour opening night in Miami. Gotta say, not many can rock a bump in a pencil skirt!

Keshia Chanté reveals why she turned down Aaliyah role...

Over the years, Keshia Chanté has always been billed for the lead role in the Aaliyah biopic. She previously ditched the role out of respect for Aaliyah's family and repeated those same sentiments in a recent Instagram post. 

Snapshots: Rihanna covers Harper’s Bazaar Arabia...

Check out Rihanna's stunning cover shoot for Harper’s Bazaar Arabia. The country's strict clothing regulations obviously means Rihanna's favourite past time of showing the flesh (and so much more) has been prohibited.

Snapshots + video: Beyoncé & Jay Z kick off ‘On the Run’ tour in Miami...

Last night, Beyoncé and Jay Z kicked off their co-headlining 'On the Run' tour in Miami. Fans watched the power couple obliterate the Sun Life Stadium with their solo hits and collaborations during their two-and-a-half-hour set. Check out many of Beyoncé's different looks below!

Wednesday 25 June 2014

Snapshots: Chris Brown heads to trial after rejecting plea deal...

Earlier today, Chris Brown rejected a plea deal in his D.C. assault case and will head to trial. Prosecutors offered him a deal to plead guilty to simple assault and time served in his Washington assault case.

Beyoncé tributes Michael Jackson on 5-year anniversary...

Read Beyoncé's heartwarming tribute to the late great king of pop, inside!

Aaliyah’s cousin says she was blackballed following R. Kelly marriage...

Aaliyah's upcoming Lifetime biopic is still causing eruptions. Her cousin Jomo Hankerson visited The Ryan Cameron Morning Show with Wanda Smith yesterday, explaining why her family does not support the made for TV film.

Lana Del Rey lands first #1 album on Billboard 200...

Lana Del Rey scores her first #1 on the Billboard 200 with 'Ultraviolence' this week. The album sold 182,000 copies in its first week, giving her the largest sales week for a female artist since Beyoncé’s self-titled album.

Solange reportedly engaged to 51-year-old Alan Ferguson...

Not only did Solange celebrate her 28th birthday this week. Her 51-year-old video producer boyfriend Alan Ferguson reportedly proposed to her on Monday. It would not be the first engagement for her.

Remembering Michael Jackson...

King of Pop Michael Jackson died five years ago today. Thank you so much for breaking barriers, for your timeless music, iconic visuals and inspiring so many of our favourite artists. In this lifetime, there will never be another you.

New Music: Faith Evans - ‘I Deserve It’ (ft. Missy Elliott & Sharaya J)...

Here is the new single from Faith Evans’ new album ‘Incomparable’ called ‘I Deserve It.’ The Chucky Thompson produced banger was written by Faith, Chyna 'Tahjere' Griffin, Missy Elliott and Sharaya J, and features the latter two.

Tuesday 24 June 2014

Jennifer Lopez's album sales for 'A.K.A.' are now in...

This week, Jennifer Lopez's new album 'A.K.A.' opened with 33,815 units debuting at #6 on the Billboard 200. J.Lo is very aware of her low sales as she recently defended her and Mariah Carey's inability to push units.

Columbia's Rob Stringer weighs in on Beyoncé's album sales...

Columbia honcho Rob Stringer has given some serious praise towards Beyoncé's current album sales. She is applauded for selling two million in the States at full price, without discounting the project.

Watch: Jessie J covers Michael Jackson's 'Rock With You'...

Yesterday, Jessie J performed Michael Jackson's 1979 classic 'Rock With You' at Maida Vale studios while appearing on BBC Radio 1Xtra. Did she do a good job? Find out inside!

Snapshots: Jhené Aiko covers VIBE's Summer Issue...

Floral loving Jhené Aiko allows her hipster side to run loose in this brand new photo spread for  VIBE's Summer 2014 issue. In the mag, she talks love, music and working with Drake.

Jennifer Lopez officially signs on for another season of 'American Idol'...

Fox announced on Monday that it is bringing back judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban, Harry Connick Jr as well as host Ryan Seacrest for the 14th season of American Idol.

Video premiere: Trey Songz – ‘Change Your Mind’...

When the sun comes out, so does party pooper Trey Songz and his bevy of beauties during a rooftop party in New York City. Check out the summery visuals for 'Change Your Mind' off his new album 'Trigga', due July 1st.

My two pence on... Aaliyah biopic documenting her relationship with R. Kelly...

This is wrong on so many levels. Apparently, Lifetime have announced that the Aaliyah biopic will controversially explore the singer’s relationship with her mentor R. Kelly.

Snapshots: Rita Ora covers 'Flare' magazine...

Rita Ora is Flare magazine’s August 2014 cover girl! She ditches her long blonde tresses for a short cut, and channels various denim pieces which she accessorises with bold jewels.

Album stream: Trey Songz – ‘Trigga’...

Listen to a stream of Trey Songz's sixth studio album 'Trigga', courtesy of MTV. This is for those not being able to wait an extra week. Do you have any favourites? The 17-track project arrives in stores on July 1st.

New Music: Jhené Aiko – ‘To Love and Die’ (ft. Cocaine 80s)...

It's here! Jhené Aiko drops the first single off her full length debut album 'Souled Out' via Def Jam Records. Featuring Cocaine 80s aka James Fauntleroy, ‘To Love and Die’ sees the singer fawning over a new love interest.

Monday 23 June 2014

Watch: Brandy performs biggest hits at African-American Music Festival...

Last night, R&B veteran Brandy performed at Baltimore’s African-American Music Festival. Some of the classic hits she performed included 'I Wanna Be Down,' 'Baby,' 'The Boy Is Mine' and 'Have U Ever.'

Trailer: Beyoncé's HBO special ‘Beyoncé: X10’...

Check out a 30-second trailer for Beyoncé's HBO special 'Beyoncé: X10.' The 10-episode series will show performances from her blockbuster 'Mrs. Carter Show' world tour.

Video premiere: Robin Thicke – ‘Get Her Back’...

Robin Thicke's public campaign to win back his wife continues with the premiere of his new video 'Get Her Back.' In the video for his new single, the topless crooner gets a Paula Patton look-a-like to play his wife and they exchange texts.

Alicia Keys plots early 2015 release for new album...

According to WWD, Alicia Keys is changing tack with the release of her upcoming new album. She has often targeted November/December for her album releases but this new one is tentatively slated for an "early 2015 launch."

New Music: Keyshia Cole – ‘She’...

Prior to the release of her upcoming album 'Point Of No Return', Keyshia Cole drops new single 'She.' Over the DJ Mustard-produced beat, Keyshia sings about getting intimate with another woman.

Sunday 22 June 2014

Snapshot: Rita Ora unwraps artwork for second single 'Get A Little Closer'...

Hoping to snag her fifth UK #1, Rita Ora drops the official artwork for her second single 'Get A Little Closer.' 

Nicole Scherzinger says she scrapped five whole albums...

In a new interview with Digital Spy, Nicole Scherzinger, who has struggled to find her footing as a successful solo star, says that she's ended up scrapping five albums altogether.

Adele reportedly completes new album + plots Beyoncé-style release...

Get your iTunes cards ready! Adele is reportedly plotting a Beyoncé-style release for her third studio album, which is likely to be called '25.' According to Daily Star journo James Ingham, the album is written, recorded and finished.

Snapshot: Tamar Braxton has a meltdown on tour...

The stress of working in such a demanding industry clearly had its toll on Tamar Braxton. Unfortunately, she had a meltdown during the middle of her Las Vegas show, so she addressed the situation on Instagram last night.

Snapshot: Mariah Carey backtracks on horribly photoshopped artwork...

Oh Mims, you REALLY don't know what to do. Over the weekend, the Photoshop Queen posted the artwork for her new single 'You Don't Know What To Do' on her Facebook, as well as her Twitter.