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• Cam'ron Walks Down Memory Lane in New Video for 'U Wasn't There'

  20-01-2016 23:54
  
  Cam'ron is coming up on 20 years in the hip-hop game and has publicly announced his intention to retire from rap, but that doesn't mean he...
  
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• Remaining Staff of Life or Death PR Announces Departure Following Sexual Harassment Claims

  20-01-2016 23:39
  
  Two days after sexual harassment allegations led to company founder and CEO Heathcliff Berru's resignation from the company, Life or Death...
  
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• Madonna, Fleetwood Mac & Elton John Lead New Hot Tours Roundup

  20-01-2016 23:36
  
  Madonna heads up the weekly tally of Hot Tours (see list, below), ranking No. 1 based on grosses from the final four venues of her Rebel Heart tour...
  
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• Madonna, Fleetwood Mac & Elton John Lead New Hot Tour Roundup

  20-01-2016 23:36
  
  Madonna heads up the weekly tally of Hot Tours (see list, below), ranking No. 1 based on grosses from the final four venues of her Rebel Heart tour...
  
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• Nicki Minaj Shares Photos From 'Nicki' Set

  20-01-2016 23:31
  
  Taylor Swift’s squad has nothing on Nicki Minaj’s new crew.
  Nicki Minaj Comedy Series Coming to ABC Family
  Minaj and her minis took a few...
  
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• Justin Bieber's 'Sorry' Breaks No. 1 Record on Billboard + Twitter Top Tracks

  20-01-2016 23:26
  
  It’s a lucky seven for Justin Bieber, whose “Sorry” returns to No. 1 for a seventh nonconsecutive week on the Billboard + Twitter...
  
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• Meek Mill Donates to Flint Water Crisis, Challenges 50 Cent to Do the Same

  20-01-2016 23:19
  
  In between beefing with 50 Cent on Instagram and spewing disses on his latest EP 4/4, Meek Mill is making time for good deeds.
  The...
  
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• Why Are the Eagles So Hated? An Explainer on the Immensely Popular Yet Divisive Rock Band

  20-01-2016 23:00
  
  If the presidential race hasn't gone far enough to illustrate what a deeply divided country America remains, then look no further than the nation...
  
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• David Bowie's 10 Most Downloaded & Streamed Songs After His Death

  20-01-2016 23:00
  
  After the death of David Bowie on Jan. 10, multiple songs from the icon infuse Billboard's rock-based sales and streaming charts (dated Jan. 30...
  
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• Celine Dion to return to Las Vegas stage the day after husband's funeral - report

  20-01-2016 23:00 via music-news.com
  
  Celine Dion is set to resume her Las Vegas residency on Saturday (23Jan16), according to reports.
  
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• Celine Dion to return to Las Vegas stage the day after husband's funeral

  20-01-2016 23:00 via music-news.com
  
  Celine Dion is set to resume her Las Vegas residency on Saturday (23Jan16), according to reports.
  
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• Selena Gomez Breaks Down Her ‘Psychotic’ Alter Ego From ‘Hands To Myself’ Vid

  20-01-2016 22:58
  
  Selena Gomez gives a behind-the-scenes look at her "Hands to Myself" video and explains its stalker fantasy scenario.
  
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• David Bowie Dominates Every Spot on LyricFind Global Chart

  20-01-2016 22:57
  
  Following the death of international icon David Bowie, the world searched for his words.
  Every song on the 25-position LyricFind Global chart (and...
  
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• Ariana Grande Just Dropped Her Second Fragrance — You And Your Brother Can Wear It

  20-01-2016 22:50
  
  Ariana Grande releases a limited-edition fragrance called Frankie.
  
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• R. Kelly Opens Up About His Childhood Sexual Abuse — And Bill Cosby

  20-01-2016 22:49
  
  A new interview with R. Kelly in GQ sheds light on his past abuse, his relationship with Aaliyah and his feelings on Bill Cosby.
  
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• Viacom CEO Philippe Dauman's Pay Falls to $36.9 Million

  20-01-2016 22:47
  
  Viacom, under fire from activist shareholders who have been complaining of a dwindling stock price amid lavish executive compensation, took the...
  
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• Tyrese encouraging all Hollywood stars to boycott Oscars over diversity issue

  20-01-2016 22:41 via music-news.com
  
  Singer/actor Tyrese is stepping up his call to boycott the Oscars next month (Feb16) over a lack of diversity among the top nominees, insisting "enough is enough".
  
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• Watch Gay Men Touch A Vagina For The First Time

  20-01-2016 22:36
  
  One of the guys has *no chill* at the beginning.
  
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• Grantland, Gawker, MTV Employees Land at The Fader

  20-01-2016 22:30
  
  The Fader has scooped up two editors, one senior and one social, and a senior writer. Two of three come to the publications thanks to the shuttering...
  
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• Watch Adele's Past Grammy Performances

  20-01-2016 22:17
  
  The first round of artists confirmed to perform at the 58th annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 15 are Kendrick Lamar, Adele, The Weeknd and Little Big Town...
  
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• DJ Khaled Signs With United Talent Agency: Exclusive

  20-01-2016 22:15
  
  DJ Khaled, the Grammy-nominated producer, music executive, DJ and noted Snapchat sensation, has signed with UTA in all...
  
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• Conrad Sewell Talks Debut EP, Performing With Kygo & More: Exclusive

  20-01-2016 22:08
  
  Australian artist Conrad Sewell made quite a splash in 2015 with his feature on Kygo’s debut single "Firestone," along with his...
  
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• ‘Burrito Or Baby?': Pregnant Audrina Patridge Unveils Her Bump

  20-01-2016 22:06
  
  Former "Hills" star Audrina Patridge unveils her baby bump in a bikini -- see the photo!
  
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• Former Creed Singer Scott Stapp Opens Up about Recovery & New Music

  20-01-2016 22:00 via abcnews.go.com
  
  ABC News' Charli James reports from New York's Webster Hall.
  
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• Movement Detroit Announces 10-Year Anniversary Lineup: Kraftwerk, Richie Hawtin, Caribou & More

  20-01-2016 21:52
  
  Paxahau Events announced the phase-one lineup for Movement Electronic Music Festival‘s 10-year anniversary on Wednesday (Jan. 20), with...
  
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• Alejandro Sanz Concert Special to Air on HBO Latino

  20-01-2016 21:38
  
  After airing concert specials by the likes of Reik, Thalia and Yandel in 2015, HBO Latino launches its special music programming in 2016 with Sirope...
  
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• Watch The Flaming Lips Feud in New 'Portlandia' Clip

  20-01-2016 21:28
  
  The Flaming Lips have broken apart -- at least in the latest teaser for IFC’s surreal comedy series Portlandia. The band arrives at a music...
  
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• Kris Kristofferson Tribute Concert to Include Willie Nelson, Lady Antebellum & More

  20-01-2016 21:16
  
  Country music Hall of Famer Kris Kristofferson will be honored at a special tribute concert in Nashville, Tennessee, featuring performances by Willie...
  
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• Darius Rucker Announces Good Time Tour Dates

  20-01-2016 21:16 via rollingstone.com
  
  After playing to more than 400,000 fans on his Southern Style Tour in 2015, Darius Rucker is set to launch the Good for a Good Time Tour on June 3rd. Kicking off in Tampa, the trek will include opening acts Dan + Shay and Michael Ray, both of whom enjoyed their first chart-topping radio hits last year with, respectively, "Nothin' Like You" and "Kiss You in the Morning."2016's 31 Hottest Country Tours and Festivals
  While 20 stops on the upcoming tour have been announced, more are to be expected.
  
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• Elton John Isn’t A Fan Of Lady Gaga’s ARTPOP Album

  20-01-2016 20:46
  
  Elton John discusses his written collaboration with Lady Gaga, critiques her ARTPOP record, and praises her recent accomplishments.
  
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• 'American Idol' Auditions: A Look Back at the Most Memorable Guest Judges

  20-01-2016 20:40
  
  This week of American Idol is an emotional one for longtime viewers, as it's the last week of auditions ever.
  After Wednesday and...
  
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• Music publicist Heathcliff Berru on sex harassment claims: 'I am deeply sorry'

  20-01-2016 20:36
  
  Bethany Cosentino of the band Best Coast was one of several artists and music industry professionals who made claims of sexual harassment against the music publicist Heathcliff Berru. Bethany Cosentino of the band Best Coast was one of several artists and music industry professionals who made claims of sexual harassment against the music publicist Heathcliff Berru.
  
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• Sephora Launches A Program For Female Beauty Entrepreneurs

  20-01-2016 20:35
  
  Sephora launches a Sephora Accelerate, a program designed to help female beauty entrepreneurs.
  
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• 50 Cent Won’t Stop Posting His Anti-Meek Mill Memes

  20-01-2016 20:22
  
  50 Cent continues to post anti-Meek Mill memes following Meek's diss on "Gave 'Em Hope."
  
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• Leggings Are Pants: This Is Not A Discussion

  20-01-2016 20:15
  
  MTV News’ Style Editor, Gaby Wilson, explores why wearing leggings shouldn’t be a problem.
  
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• George Harrison celebrated in new video with Brandon Flowers, Norah Jones, Wayne Coyne

  20-01-2016 20:01 via music-news.com
  
  The day after what would have been George Harrison's 73rd birthday, February 26, 2016 ‪‬‬, Hot Records Ltd. and Vagrant Records
  
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• Nicki Minaj’s New Hair Is Very 2004 Avril Lavigne

  20-01-2016 19:59
  
  Nicki Minaj brings back two-tone hair.
  
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• Elton John Working With Lady Gaga on New Music

  20-01-2016 19:55 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Elton John and Lady Gaga are already hard at work writing new songs.
  
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• 11 Hilarious Reactions To Zac Efron’s Absence From The ‘High School Musical’ Reunion

  20-01-2016 19:39
  
  People on the internet hilariously react to how they feel about Zac Efron missing the "High School Musical" reunion.
  
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• Peace, Love and a Thriving Industry -- Some Suggestions from Warner's President of A&R: Op-Ed

  20-01-2016 19:30
  
  Mike Caren is WMG's president of worldwide A&R, working with artists including Trey Songz, Flo Rida, Wiz Khalifa, David Guetta and Jason...
  
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• How the Eagles' 'Greatest Hits' Invented a New Kind of Blockbuster

  20-01-2016 19:28 via rollingstone.com
  
  The old story goes that Glenn Frey, Don Henley and their bandmates were taking forever to finish Hotel California when their record label, Asylum, needed a new Eagles album to raise revenue in the first quarter of 1976. So the label released Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975 as a sort of placeholder – a way of placating fans until the real album could come out. But Irving Azoff, the band's longtime manager, says the truth is far simpler. "We decided it was time to put out the first greate
  
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• 13 Times Harley Quinn Was The Best Damn Part Of The ‘Suicide Squad’ Trailer

  20-01-2016 19:23
  
  Harley Quinn's most instantly iconic moments from the latest "Suicide Squad" trailer.
  
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• R. Kelly on Bill Cosby Accusers: 'It's Strange'

  20-01-2016 19:20 via rollingstone.com
  
  R. Kelly questioned the motive of Bill Cosby's accusers in a new interview with GQ where the singer likened Cosby's ordeal to sexual allegations Kelly himself has faced. The subject of Cosby initially popped up early when Kelly, bizarrely, compared his parenting skills to the actor who portrayed Cliff Huxtable on The Cosby Show. "When my kids were born, I was Bill Cosby in the house," Kelly said. "You know, the good one. You know, let's be clear there: how we saw Bill Cosby when we were com
  
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• Sam Smith 'Deeply Shocked' By Friend's Racist Encounter in London

  20-01-2016 19:10
  
  Sam Smith’s tweets are causing a stir on the Internet after the Grammy-winning and Oscar-nominated British singer tweeted (Jan. 19) about a...
  
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• Lightning in a Bottle 2016 Lineup: Grimes, Chet Faker, Cashmere Cat & More

  20-01-2016 19:10
  
  Lightning in a Bottle (the campout music and yoga festival) will return to California from May 25-30. With three stages, art installations...
  
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• Brandy on 'Beggin & Pleadin': 'This Particular Song Is Freedom' (Exclusive)

  20-01-2016 19:09
  
  "This particular song is freedom," Brandy says of her raw and gritty single "Beggin & Pleadin." "[It's] liberty...
  
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• A Man’s Fitbit Captured The Exact Moment His Boyfriend Dumped Him

  20-01-2016 18:55
  
  The science of heartbreak.
  
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• #WinterStormJonas: Expect A Lot Of Snow, Not A Jonas Brothers Reunion

  20-01-2016 18:47
  
  Winter Storm Jonas is coming, and creative fans haven't been able to resist making Jonas Brother references with the news.
  
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• Hear Sean Watkins' Political New Song 'What to Fear'

  20-01-2016 18:45 via rollingstone.com
  
  When Sean Watkins' new album What to Fear hits stores on March 18th, the election year will already be in full swing. See Watkins Family Hour 'Get High' With Fiona Apple
  A lifelong musician who kicked off his career as Nickel Creek's pre-teen guitarist, Watkins knows what to expect from the days leading up to November 8th. It'll be a swirl of stump speeches, TV ads and debates, shot through — unfortunately — with a good bit of fear-mongering from America's 24-hour news
  
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• 'Suicide Squad' Taps Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' for Explosive New Trailer

  20-01-2016 18:35
  
  They might be the self-proclaimed worst heroes ever, but the first official trailer for David Ayer's Suicide Squad demonstrates that...
  
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