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Ciara Teams Up With Nicki Minaj for ‘I’m Out’
Revenge is sweet for Ciara, who celebrates breaking up with a shady man on 'I'm Out,' her new made-to-bang-in-the-club collaboration with Nicki Minaj.
Eminem’s Publishing Company Sues Facebook Over Rapper’s Song
Eminem's publishing company is not happy with Facebook. The social networking site and its ad agency are being sued for infringing the Detroit rapper's copyright, according to the Detroit Free Press.
J. Cole Pushes Up ‘Born Sinner’ Release Date, Debuts Album Art
Looks like we'll be hearing J. Cole's sophomore album, 'Born Sinner,' earlier than anticipated.
The-Dream and Kelly Rowland Join Forces for ‘Where Have You Been’
The-Dream and Kelly Rowland have found their way back to each other and are making it work on their new track, 'Where Have You Been.'
T.I. Releases ‘Wit Me’ Featuring Lil Wayne
T.I. and Lil Wayne are up to no good on 'Wit Me,' a new track that surfaced on the internet today.
K. Michelle Pleases Her Man on ‘V.S.O.P.’
K. Michelle's man has been putting in overtime for her and she's ready to return the favor.
Wale Has a ‘LoveHate Thing’ on New Song
Wale has been dealing with some closeted jealousy from some people who were once close to him. He's opening up about the dilemma on his new track, 'LoveHate Thing.'
Miguel Busts a Split, Hurts Fan During ‘Adorn’ Performance at 2013 Billboard Music Awards
Miguel, dressed to impress in a white tailored suit with black accents and gave his all for his performance of 'Adorn' during the Billboard Music Awards.
Chris Brown Performs ‘Fine China’ at 2013 Billboard Music Awards
Chris Brown brought 'Fine China' to the stage at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night (May 19) with a classy performance that was jammed pack with fighter-style moves.
New Music Releases – June 2013
The ladies of R&B are taking over the month of June with new releases.
Beyonce Gives Emotional Thanks to Fans at Belgium Show [Video]
Beyonce defied doctors orders and took the stage at Belgium's Sportpaleis venue a day after she canceled a show in the same country because of exhaustion and dehydration. During the concert, she gave an emotional thank you to her supporters for their ongoing loyalty.
Diddy Joins ‘Downton Abbey’ in Hilarious Spoof [Video]
Diddy may be one of the busiest people on earth, but he found time to make a spoof for one of his favorite television shows, 'Downton Abbey.' Last week, an announcement was made regarding Gary Carr joining the show -- he's the first black cast member.
Miguel Will Headline 2013 Reggae Sumfest in Jamaica
The summer is heating up with festival lineups that will leave you sweating from excitement for music's hottest artists. Singer Miguel is one of the many performers who will grace a festival stage in the coming months, bringing his 'Kaleidoscope Dreams' to the island of Jamaica.
Run-DMC’s ‘Down With the King’ Remembered 20 Years Later
'Down With the King' was the end of a decade-long reign by the legendary hip-hop trio Run-DMC.
Kelis Reveals Title of Sixth Album
If you haven't already heard, singer Kelis is finally bringing her quirky energy back to R&B.
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian Are Giving Away Their Baby Gifts
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian’s baby will be arriving in few short months and of course their family, friends and fans are already showing love to the couple’s new addition.
Omarion Reveals New Single and Details on ‘Love and Other Drugs’ Album
Omarion hasn’t had the most stable R&B career, but he seems confident about what he’s bringing to music in the near future with his new album ‘Love and Other Drugs.’
Kevin McCall Fights Audience Members at Australia Show
Kevin McCall is clearly not open to criticism from people attending his show -- to the point he will lay hands on his naysayers.
Blue Ivy Does the Napkin Dance for Dad Jay-Z
Blue Ivy is already trying to steal the show from her superstar parents.
Azealia Banks Leaves Twitter, Beef-Saturated Tweets Wiped Clean
Azealia Banks' Twitter account has been wiped clean and with it goes all beefs and attacks she's thrown at anyone who has ever rubbed her the wrong way.
Nas’ Hearing Delayed for $10 Million Lawsuit
Schedule conflicts have delayed hearings in the case of a breach-of-contract lawsuit filed against Nas for $10 million by a concert promoter last year.
Chris Brown Wants to Create a Country Album
By now you know that Chris Brown is back in the spotlight promoting his forthcoming album 'X.' His first single, 'Fine China,' shows the 23-year-old is making a return to his early R&B roots on the upcoming project.
A$AP Rocky, Wiz Khalifa Want to ‘Smack’ People on Under the Influence of Music Tour
Wiz Khalifa and A$AP Rocky want to "smack you in the face with something new" on their upcoming Under the Influence of Music Tour. The two rappers are headlining the performance spree and will be joined by B.o.B, Trinidad James and Joey Bada$$ to round out the lineup for their 20-city tour throughout July and August.
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian Will Be Homeless When Baby Arrives?
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are welcoming a newborn soon but they may not have a home to take their baby to once the bundle of joy arrives.
Michelle Williams Fourth LP Due This Summer
It seems that all three members of Destiny's Child are making a comeback this year, just not together.
The-Dream Will Co-Headline Tour With Kelly Rowland
The-Dream's long-awaited 'IV Play' is right around the corner and the singer-songwriter has more big things in store for his fans. He recently revealed to Billboard that he will be co-headlining a tour with Kelly Rowland.
Black Hippy Cover Respect Magazine’s New Issue
Black Hippy -- Compton's own Ab-Soul, Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q and Jay Rock -- "is ready to rule the hip-hop world" according to Respect magazine.
The Top Dawg Entertainment crew covers the publication's Vol. 4 Issue 3, which hits newsstands on April 30...
J. Cole Changes Clothes for Zink Magazine’s April Issue
J. Cole is not going anywhere. If anything, the Roc Nation rapper tells ZINK magazine that he's taking things to the next level with his sophomore studio album, 'Born Sinner,' which arrives June 25.
Afrika Bambaataa Recovers From Stabbing Incident, Turns 56
Afrika Bambaataa, a hip-hop icon and the driving force behind the Universal Zulu Nation, turns 56 years old today.
‘Love & Hip Hop’ Season 3 Reunion Part 2 Recap: Consequence Punches Joe Budden, Raqi and Rashidah Face-Off
On part two of the ‘Love & Hip Hop: New York’ reunion, the messiness continues. Jen and Consequence open up about their biggest issue during the show -- their conflicting religious views. Cons repeats that in the Muslim world, the man decides the tone of the house and therefore his first-born has to be Muslim.