NEW VIDEO | Kanye West & Jay Z - No Church in the Wild





















Delivering a powerful message, without being in the video is a hard thing to do. But The Throne did it.

Released today, the Romain Gavras directed video sees fearless protesters fight armed officers. Young men beaten and choked, maced and dragged. At the end of the video, the freedom fighters seem to have won, standing in triumph in the face of their oppressors.

A perfect matched video to such an epic song. I love the direction of the short film and I'm glad that it does the song justice.

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Beyoncé Covers Whitney Houston & Lauryn Hill LIVE!
















































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Kicking off tonight was the 1st of Beyonce's four shows at Revel. Among her hit set list, she chose to cover Lauryn Hill's 'X - Factor' and the late Whitney Houston's 'I Will Always Love You'.

I think she did great in both performances, bringing something new and fresh to her set. The stage set and the visuals make this performance very memorable.

Get into the fancam footage as well as some pics from the first night with Beyonce at Revel. Please excuse the background noise.
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Beyoncé | The Making of Revel Part 1 & 2





















 King Bey' gives exclusive insight into the making of her upcoming Revel concerts, kicking of tomorrow.

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Jennifer Holiday Performs On American Idol

















Jennifer Holiday re-emerges in a surprising performance with American Idol finalist Jessica Sanchez. The duo belt out the song made famous by Jennifer, "And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going".

I have to say, She still has it! She definitely is the original and I don't think anybody can come close. Bar those funny faces she makes during the performance, kinda scares me.

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ReQuest Dance Crew SLAY J.Lo's American Idol Finale Performance

 













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PolySwag is in full effect!

New Zealand's own ReQuest Dance Crew rocked out on stage as back up dancers for international head-liner Jennifer Lopez. ReQuest Dance Crew appeared on Season 6 of Americas Best Dance Crew.











J.Lo took to the stage on the American Idol finale to perform 'Goin' In' and 'Follow The Leader'. Flo Rida and Wisin y Yandel join her.

Decked out in white on white on white, ReQuest Dance Crew slayed their part of the performance. So exciting seeing NZ's own on such an international stage. Proud Kiwi moment. Check out the performance below...
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Rihanna Performs 'Where Have You Been' On American Idol Finale

















Every bit the entertainer, Rihanna took it to the finale of American Idol to perform her latest single 'Where Have You Been'.

This performance was exciting, the theatrics were amazing, people flying everywhere, wardrobe was on point and so was the dancing. The only thing missing was a near perfect vocal to complete the set but it just wasn't happening.

Rihanna noticeably skipped singing some of the higher notes and opted to dance through them. Over all, the performance was great and entertaining. Just wished Ms. Fenty brought it vocally too and yes, I do love her voice.

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Ray J Released From Hospital After Blood Clot Scare



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Dawn Richard Talks The Truth On Kempire Radio

















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swear this is one the best interviews Dawn has ever done.

With the sound design being impeccable on her EP 'Armor On', Dawn Richard, former member of Danity Kane and Diddy Dirty Money, takes time out to talk with our friends over at Kempire Radio for an interview like no other.

She spills the true 'T', explaining the story behind the 'Armor On' EP, the state of R&B music, record labels and the reason why she has chosen not to talk about her Ex Que (formerly of Day26).

Dawn Richard takes her armor off for an exclusive, revealing and inspiring interview on Kempire Radio's #TKIF, Thank Kemp It's Friday. Listen to the full 35 minute interview where Dawn opens up about her new EP, the state of R&B, Que and so much more.
Dawn Richard clears up why she doesn't want to talk about her relationship with Que (Day26).

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2012 BET Awards Nominations Full List



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Lil' Kim & Charli Baltimore Run Into Each Other















Check out this interesting footage of Queen B Lil' Kim exiting Power 105's studio while Charli Baltimore is sitting, waiting in the lobby.

If you don't remember, both Kimberly and Charli dated the late Notorious B.I.G. and most probably at the same time. Power 105.1 booked them to do interviews at the same time. Click below to see the clip...
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Kandi, Tamar, Evelyn & Chrissy Cover Vibe Magazine















Snagged and snatched! The Ladies slayed! Would have loved to be in studio for this shoot. Must have been a lot of fun.

Titled 'The Sexy Issue', Vibe magazine enlists the break out stars of Reality TV's most talked about shows for their June/July cover story. Kandi, Of The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Tamar Braxton, of WeTV's Braxton Family Values. Evelyn Lozada, of Basketball Wives Miami and Chrissy Lampkin of VH1's Love & Hip Hop.

VIBE opens the floor to the four leading ladies in hopes of gaining insight on how these women down their portrayal on television. Check out some experts from the issue below...
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Brandy Bites and Barks In NEW Interview

















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Well, not literally. It's the name of the site that interviewed her.

Brandy recently sat down with barkbiteblog.com to chat about honouring the past, '2 Eleven' and her current single ft. Chris Brown, 'Put It Down'.

She also goes into detail about working with producers Bangladesh and Rico Love, as well as writers Sean Garrett, Frank Ocean and Ester Dean.

It's good to know that she's concentrating on herself solely, as an artist. I'm also glad her interviews are all different. I mean, she's covered four magazines already and she just pushed out the first single. No promo yet and no video so you'd think that all the cover stories would be the same, but they're not.

Keeping it fresh, get into the enlightening Brandy interview below...
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NEW MUSIC | Whitney Houston & Jordin Sparks - Celebrate















Check out the premiere of Whitney Houston's duet with Jordin Sparks, "Celebrate!"

The track was written by R. Kelly and is the very last song Whitney recorded before she passed.

"Celebrate" will be featured on the soundtrack to Whitney and Jordin‘s upcoming film, Sparkle. Listen to the song below...
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Supertrailer: Single Ladies Season 2


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#BBMA 2012 Billboard Music Awards



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BEAT To Capacity: Carrie Underwood 2012 Billboard Music Awards





























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Best dressed of the night has to go to the beautiful Carrie Underwood. Such a picture of princess-worthy in this lavender and pink pastel Oscar de la Renta ball gown.

















Carrie wore her long blonde tresses in voluminous cascading curls before finishing off her look with a Oscar de la Renta pearl and crystal sapphire “Cara” vanity case and a pair of silver glitter open toe, platform “Luna” pumps by Jimmy Choo.

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BEAT To Capacity: Taylor Swift 2012 Billboard Music Awards





























Striking a pose in a flawless head to toe look, Taylor Swift wowed the crowd in a sexy red Elie Saab Pre-Fall 2012 gown with a lace-infused bodice.

Love that she rocked a more sexy unexpected dress with her signature approach to minimalistic accessorizing.

Neil Lane jewels and Elie Saab shoes brings it together. Sleek tresses and flesh tone lip complete the snatched look.

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BEAT To Capacity: Brandy 2012 Billboard Music Awards





























Proving that looking snatched isn't a passing faze, Ms. Brandy turns heads in this Hervé Léger Spring 2012 RTW Bare Iza Dress paired with Christian Louboutin Metal Nodo Slingbacks.

















Gold accessories and a embellished clutch, matching the mirror panels on the dress. A beat face and a glossy nude lip with her ultra chic curls complete the look.

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#BBMA Whitney Houston Tribute















In the most touching performance of the night, John Legend and Jordin Sparks took it to the stage to perform special tribute to the late Whitney Houston.

John Legend performed 'The Greatest Love of All' and Whitney’s Sparkle co-star Jordin Sparks performed a almost perfect cover of 'I Will Always Love You'.

Whitney’s daughter Bobbi Kristina was present to accept the Millenium Award for her.
"I just really want to say thank you to everyone who supported us through it all, not just from when it was good, but when it was bad, to just everything. Thank you so much for showing that much love ’cause she deserved it. I’m just blessed to have been in such an incredible woman’s life. There will never be another one, ever".

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#BBMA Katy Perry - Wide Awake















Katy Perry debuted her new track 'Wide Awake', which she wrote for her upcoming movie Katy Perry: Part of Me, at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards.

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#BBMA Usher - Scream














In one of the best performances tonight, Usher performed his latest single 'Scream' at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards.

I think this performance was genius. Wasn't too much and wasn't too little. Very creative, from the moves to the mirroring effect. Good to see that Usher can still slay a live performance.

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#BBMA Chris Brown - Turn It Up














In his activated Fun Zone, Chris Brown performs a hot set with 'Turn Up The Music', LIVE at the 2012 Billboard Awards In Las Vegas.

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(Sidenote: LOVE How Brandy slips in her own lil' promo before presenting the performance. Smart!)
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Beyoncé Loves To Talk Smack














When she's playing pool...

Video surfaces of King Bey' hilariously talking smack while beating a friend in a game of pool.

She's so hilarious. This video is old tho'. You can tell especially when it's near the end and we get a glimpse of Kelly Rowland in the BG in her bucket hat. What she used to rock during the DC3 days.




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Dear Donna Summer, Love Beyoncé















King Bey', who sampled Summers’ "Love to Love You Baby" on her 2004 hit "Naughty Girl", paid tribute to the late disco diva, who died at the age of 63 of lung cancer, in an open letter on her website.

Sidenote: Did you know Donna Summers is not in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame? SMH

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Rihanna's Esquire Preview Pics


Pop star Rihanna goes topless in her recent photoshoot with UK's Esquire Magazine.

These behind the scenes photos were taken back in February at a studio in Dalston, East London. As you can see, Rihanna continues to slay in what will be a spread worth waiting for. See the full shoot and read the revealing interview with Rihanna in Esquire, on sale June 4th.

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Lil' Kim READS The Breakfast Club


The Queen of Rap was all truth, ending just hours ago on Power 105's infamous Breakfast Club.

Invited to Power 105's morning show, The Breakfast Club, Lil' Kim dished on the mess behind not releasing new music, spillin' the true 'T' about the goings on behind the beef with that certain female rapper and much much more.

We all know The Breakfast Club has been known to throw shots after shots at the Queen of Rap but I'm glad Ms. Jones showed up to shut them down. Throughout the interview, you noticeably catch Kim silencing the room. All three hosts were all ears when she spoke. Elaborating and spillin' the true 'T'. Something us QB fans have known for a while. Of coarse Charlamagne steps in with his side shots that respectfully, get snatched. But Kim manages to keep her cool while officially setting the record straight. Turning this into a great interview.

If you're a fan of real music, this is a recommended listen. Get into Lil' Kim on The Breakfast Club below...

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NEW VIDEO | Sir T - Forgot Me ft. Cavell


Check out the new music video from NZ rapper Sir T.

Subject matter, the track is deep. Expressing his feelings towards his mother and the neglect he felt. The video isn't too complex. It's simple. I'm glad it isn't doing too much because with such a deep and meaningful song, you either go all out or keep it simple just so that it doesn't take away from the song itself. Simple shots of him and the tracks featured artist Cavell, as well as 3 actors.

Make sure you support New Zealand music by purchasing Sir T's album Walk With Me available on iTunes now. Click here to purchase.

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Who's Rockin' It Better?


'Tis the season to be curly!

Even tho' Kelly Rowland has rocked it prior and Ms. Solange putting her stank in it, making it her trademark in the 2012, Brandy and Keri Hilson have recently tried out the curly look also.

Now who do you think rocks it better? VOTE for your fave below!
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Tami Roman Stops Playing With Her Twitter


She gon' and may never come back!

Over the past few weeks it's probably safe to assume that it's been hard for Tami Roman amidst the backlash of her actions towards BBW cast member Kesha Nichols.
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NEW VIDEO | Mary J Blige - Any Way You Want It


Channelling her inner Rock Goddess, Mary J Blige rocks out in this music video covering Journey’s 1980s hit, Any Way You Want It.

The music video acts as a preview to the movie and the song itself, appears on the soundtrack to Rock of Ages, the ’80s musical in which Ms. J Blige plays gentlemen’s club owner Justice.

The film opens in theatres on June 15. Check Mary rocking out below...
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BEAT To Capacity: Freida Pinto 2012 Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony


Freida Pinto’s Michael Angel look keeps it fresh and original. Get your life! Her strapless dress with a multi-coloured crystallized bodice and pink draped skirt with a thigh-high split is one-of-a-kind.

The look was which is accented with a silver waistband and styled with bejewelled Louis Vuitton lizard miniaudiere which complemented the bodice of her dress plus shimmering silver Louis Vuitton platform sandals is stunning.

This is one of Freida's best looks ever! A snatched updo and Chopard jewels provide the finishing touches.

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BEAT To Capacity: Diane Kruger 2012 Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony


Diane Kruger exudes a soft, serene elegance wearing a Giambattista Valli Couture gown. The aqua silk draped one-shoulder gown was perfect for her beat complexion and complemented her natural beauty.

Her blonde hair swept up into a clean bun, completing her look with silver jewels.


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BEAT To Capacity: Eva Longoria 2012 Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony


Best dressed of the night goes to Ms. Longoria. Snagged and snatched, Eva Longoria floated down the red carpet wearing a Marchesa gown, fit for a Amazonian supermodel, but Eva easily slays. The stunning gown with intricate embroidered details trails off into a breath-taking tulle train.

A sleek updo, shimmering nude lip colour and a Marchesa bejewelled clutch with a quartz clasp completed her look.


The back is FLAWLESS! Glad we don't see a ugly zipper!

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Tia & Pooch Leave 'The Game'


Looks like this season of The Game is going to end with a BANG!

According to HipHollywood.com, Tia Mowry and Pooch Hall's characters will not return to BET’s highest rated show.
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Rihanna Performs Live at The Robin Hood Foundation Gala


As an Egytian Goddess, Rihanna took to the stage at this years Robin Hood Foundation Gala to perform 'Only Girl (In The World)', 'Run This Town' and 'Live Your Life'.

The Robin Hood Foundation gala, Wall Street’s largest single-evening fundraising event, had Rihanna on-stage and took in $57 million at its annual New York dinner. Last year’s event, headlined by Lady Gaga raised $47.4 million.

Founded in 1988, the Robin Hood Foundation raises money for 200 of New York’s poverty-fighting organizations. Its board — which includes Paul Tudor Jones II, Greenlight Capital’s David Einhorn, SAC Capital Advisors LP’s Steven A. Cohen, film producer Harvey Weinstein and actor Gwyneth Paltrow — covers the gala’s cost so that all proceeds go to the beneficiaries.


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Tami Roman Apologises


Upon seeing the latest episode of Basketball Wives Miami, I was very disappointed and appalled by Tami Roman's actions. And it seems, she was also.

As soon as the latest Basketball Wives episode aired, Twitter was going off about Tami's actions towards cast member Kesha. People calling her a bully, several trending topics saying all members played a part in this.
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NEW MUSIC | OMG Girlz - Where the Boys At?


After their smash hit 'Gucci This (Gucci That)' we never really heard anything else from the OMG Girlz, but rest assured, they're back back with another hit.

Knowing exactly what they want, Beauty, Star and Babydoll, sing about looking for swag and a perfect body in 'Where The Boys At?'. They are currently working on their Interscope Records debut, with help from Star’s parents T.I. and Tiny.

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Brandy's In House Visit With The BoomBox


"We know that females are catty. We get jealous of each other very fast," Brandy said during her In House visit with The BoomBox. She's speaking on her most recent duet with Monica, "It All Belongs to Me." The song's theme is reminiscent of the original Brandy-Monica collaboration, 1998's "The Boy Is Mine." Of course, while we're on the subject of catty women, we have to bring up the fact that Brandy is starring in the new Tyler Perry movie, "The Marriage Counselor," with her ex-friend Kim Kardashian. The relationship turned sour around the time the entertainer's brother Ray J started dating the reality TV star but today, Brandy has nothing but positive words to say about her.

The film isn't the only project the 33-year-old singer-actress has in the works. Brandy's sixth studio album, Two Eleven, featuring collaborations with Frank Ocean, Ester Dean, Rico Love and Bangladesh, drops later this year. And if you like her current single, the Chris Brown-assisted "Put It Down," stay tuned for another C-Breezy collaboration. She even reveals the song's title.

Brandy dished on the new album and movie and opened up about raising a daughter, settling down with her man and how losing her idol and friend Whitney Houston has given her life a renewed sense of purpose. Read the Q&A below!
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WATCH | Red Table Talk


Red Table Talk is a web series that encourages and allow families to participate in once-closed discussions, sensitive topics, and general conversation.

Jada Pinkett-Smith, Willow, and Jada's mother, Adrienne Banfield Jones gather around the a red table and begin their conversation.

Such a great idea. Get into the series below..
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Moesha Co-Star Needs Your Help!


Find out which cast member of 90s sitcom Moesha, needs your help! Click below...
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