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• Ray J on Kanye West's 'Famous' Video: 'It's All Bad in My World'

  27-06-2016 23:56
  
  Ray J doesn't seem too excited about being featured in Kanye West's new "Famous" video.
  The singer's naked image is used in the...
  
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• Vic Mensa, Halsey, And Le1f Stand With The LGBTQ Community On ‘Free Love’

  27-06-2016 23:52
  
  Vic Mensa recruits Halsey, Lil B, Le1f, and Malik Yusef for the pro-LGBTQ anthem "Free Love."
  
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• Delete Your Account: #ImWithHer If The Her Is Lindsay Lohan

  27-06-2016 23:47
  
  Plus: Chrissy Teigen and Billy Eichner are on the Twitter chopping block
  
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• Toni Braxton and Birdman make red carpet debut as a couple

  27-06-2016 23:45 via music-news.com
  
  Toni Braxton cuddled up to her new music mogul boyfriend at the BET Awards.
  
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• Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston enjoy a Roman holiday

  27-06-2016 23:45 via music-news.com
  
  Taylor and Tom continue whirlwind romance in Italy.
  
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• Fan Army Face-Off 2016: An Introduction

  27-06-2016 23:42
  
  All year round we love talking about our favorite artists, but now it's time to turn our attention to the people who make the stars -- the fans....
  
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• Suge Knight sues Chris Brown, blames him for his murder case

  27-06-2016 23:39
  Suge Knight is suing Chris Brown for allegedly not providing enough security at a club event he hosted, where Knight got shot seven times. Nevertheless, Knight's lawsuit -- filed Monday -- says Brown didn't hire enough security at 1 Oak in August of 2014, which allowed at least one person to enter the West Hollywood club with a gun, according to ABC News.
  
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• BPI's Chief Executive Geoff Taylor Addresses the Negatives, and Possible Positives, of Brexit

  27-06-2016 23:38
  
  As the fallout from the United Kingdom’s historic decision to leave the European Union continues to be felt around the world -- today,...
  
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• Lil Uzi Vert And Future Bask In Their Own Glow on ‘Too Much Sauce’

  27-06-2016 23:35
  
  The two rappers link up to stunt on DJ Esco’s new mixtape.
  
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• Fergie Brings Latex & Love to New York Pride's Dance on the Pier

  27-06-2016 23:32
  
  Ten years have passed since Fergie unleashed her solo debut, a smash album that saw three singles soar to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, but...
  
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• Lena Dunham: Kanye West's 'Famous' Video Is Sickening

  27-06-2016 23:27 via rollingstone.com
  
  While no one has yet accepted Kanye West's invitation to "sue [him] already" over his provocative, controversial "Famous" video, Girls creator-star Lena Dunham has criticized the clip. The writer-actress blasted the project in a lengthy Facebook post, calling it "one of the more disturbing 'artistic' efforts in recent memory." Kim Kardashian: Taylor Swift Approved 'Famous' Song
  "I can’t watch it ... if it feels informed and inspired by the aspects of our culture th
  
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• Crush Talks Erasing Musical Boundaries at KCON New York 2016: Exclusive

  27-06-2016 23:24
  
  Korean R&B artist Crush walks into the interview room in what's best described as a Canadian tuxedo from 1995, with a Tommy Hilfiger jacket...
  
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• Listen to 'Rolling Stone Music Now' Podcast: Look Into Concert Security

  27-06-2016 23:17 via rollingstone.com
  
  The latest episode of Rolling Stone Music Now, our first-ever podcast, is now available. Listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify or check it out below.'No One Wants to Die on Tour.' A Look Into Concert Security
  In the latest episode, we discuss how the music world reacted to the Orlando mass shooting, the murder of Christina Grimmie and the recent fatal shooting at a T.I. concert in New York. Is there anything that can be done to make shows safer? Rolling Stone writ
  
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• Google Licenses LyricFind for Search Results

  27-06-2016 23:16
  
  Starting today, music publishers and songwriters will have a brand new source of revenue. 
  Google has signed a multi-year licensing deal with...
  
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• We Are One Step Closer To Getting The Jonas Sisters

  27-06-2016 23:13
  
  Kevin and Danielle Jonas announce the gender of their second child.
  
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• Lil Wayne Accused of Assaulting Bouncer at L.A. Nightclub

  27-06-2016 23:09
  
  Lil Wayne's turn-up at a Los Angeles nightclub may have turned violent after a bouncer claimed that the rapper punched him.
  According...
  
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• Willow Smith Is A Stylish, Brooding Teen In Her First Chanel Campaign

  27-06-2016 23:02
  
  Your first look at Willow Smith's Chanel campaign.
  
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• Los Tigres del Norte & Café Tacvba Celebrate Diversity at Los Angeles Concert

  27-06-2016 22:56
  
  On Saturday, Los Tigres del Norte and Café Tacvba -- two of the biggest and most iconic Latin American bands -- came together for an epic concert at...
  
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• You May Hear This New Rae Sremmurd Song In Your Next Yoga Class

  27-06-2016 22:53
  
  Rae Sremmurd release "#DoYoga" as the prepare to drop Sremmlife 2 in August.
  
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• Hear Keke Palmer’s Secret Record She Wrote While Struggling With Depression On Nickelodeon

  27-06-2016 22:47
  
  Keke Palmer recorded 'Waited to Exhale' while starring on Nickelodeon's 'True Jackson, VP.'
  
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• Man Pleads Guilty in Robbery of 'American Idol' Winner Scotty McCreery

  27-06-2016 22:45
  
  A man has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the robbery of American Idol winner Scotty McCreery and some of his friends two years ago....
  
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• Kanye West's 'Famous' Video Makes Lena Dunham 'Feel Sad and Unsafe and Worried'

  27-06-2016 22:36
  
  Girls star and creator Lena Dunham took to Facebook to discuss her “dis-ease” with rapper Kanye West’s newly released video for the...
  
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• The Brother From Zoey 101 Is Back At It Again With Another Zayn Cover

  27-06-2016 22:29
  
  Paul Butcher from "Zoey 101" shares another Zayn Malik cover, this time doing "Like I Would."
  
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• Jon Pardi's 'California Sunrise' Tops Country Chart

  27-06-2016 22:24 via rollingstone.com
  
  Jon Pardi has his first Number One. The country crooner's new album, California Sunrise tops Billboard’s Country Albums chart this week with almost 30,000 in sales.8 Things We Learned Hanging Out With Jon Pardi
  Though it has touches of rock & roll influences, the LP largely reflects Pardi's affinity for the Merle Haggards and Buck Owens of years past — along with the recording styles of his elder heroes. "We used the same seven guys on this whole record," Pardi tells Rolling Ston
  
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• Baltimore Rapper Tyriece 'Lor Scoota' Watson Fatally Shot

  27-06-2016 22:22
  
  Baltimore police say local rapper Tyriece Travon Watson, who was known as "Lor Scoota," has been fatally shot.
  Police said in a statement...
  
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• Suge Knight Sues Chris Brown Over Nightclub Shooting

  27-06-2016 22:21 via rollingstone.com
  
  Marion "Suge" Knight has filed a lawsuit against Chris Brown and the owners of West Hollywood nightclub 1 Oak, where Knight was shot seven times at an August 2014 pre-VMA party hosted at the venue by the singer. The lawsuit, filed Monday in Los Angeles Superior Court, accuses Brown and club owners of failing to have adequate security and allowing entry to at least one armed individual, The Associated Press reports. Dre on Suge Knight Crash: 'Maybe He Was Looking for Trouble'
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• Fifth Harmony's Road From Opening Act to South American Arena Headliners

  27-06-2016 22:13
  
  Fifth Harmony, out on their first major South American tour, hit a small snafu Sunday when their Buenos Aires, Argentina, venue Luna Park canceled...
  
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• 14 ‘Oh Shit’ Moments From Game Of Thrones’s Season Finale — In GIFs

  27-06-2016 21:50
  
  Relive all the insane moments from the 'Game of Thrones' season finale, in GIF form.
  
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• Lady Gaga Discusses Mental Health, Tragedy & Compassion With the Dalai Lama

  27-06-2016 21:48
  
  After speaking at the 84th annual Conference of Mayors in Indianapolis on Sunday, Lady Gaga and the Dalai Lama sat down for a 20-minute-long...
  
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• Ray J: 'I don't want to be caught up in the craziness of Kanye West's new video'

  27-06-2016 21:45 via music-news.com
  
  The rappers publicly feuded in 2013.
  
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• Ellie Goulding: 'Britain should follow Glastonbury festival's lead after Brexit result'

  27-06-2016 21:45 via music-news.com
  
  Ellie Goulding is hopeful the British public will pull together after the shock decision to leave the EU.
  
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• Khloé Kardashian’s 16th Birthday Was Ruined By Kris Jenner

  27-06-2016 21:43
  
  Khloé Kardashian shares her worst birthday story.
  
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• George W. Bush Responds to Kanye West's 'Famous' Video: I'm in 'Much Better Shape'

  27-06-2016 21:41
  
  You can add former President George W. Bush to the list of people who had something to say about being included in Kanye West's controversial...
  
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• Kanye West's 'Famous' Video to Make TV Debut on E!

  27-06-2016 21:35
  
  Kanye West’s “Famous” video will make its broadcast debut Monday night (June 27) on the E! network, E! News reports.
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• New Spotify survey: Music cures your Monday blues better than sex

  27-06-2016 21:33
  A recent survey by Swedish streaming service Spotify has revealed an exciting cure for the Monday blues: Streaming music. The company polled over three thousand adults in five countries , aiming to learn more about its Discover Weekly playlist, a popular feature which puts together a new list of songs for listeners each week based on their prior listening history.
  
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• Chainsmokers & Daya Bring Sax-Happy 'Don't Let Me Down' to 'Good Morning America'

  27-06-2016 21:31
  
  The Chainsmokers have found a reliable path to pop success by collaborating with singers. "Roses," which featured vocals from Rozes,...
  
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• Wedded Bliss: Bat For Lashes On Becoming ‘The Bride’

  27-06-2016 21:29
  
  On a cool night in June, a crowd has gathered at Music Hall of Williamsburg to witness a holy matrimony. We’ve been instructed to dress in proper wedding attire; a few attendees comply, wearing vintage wedding dresses, flower crowns, and boutonnieres pinned to their suits. Tiny electric candles litter the stage. When The Bride finally...Read more »
  
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• Tom Morello Dishes on New Prophets of Rage Music, Why the (Political) Party Is Over

  27-06-2016 21:25
  
  Tom Morello has never needed an excuse to rage. But right now -- almost three decades into his career -- he’s presented with a...
  
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• A$AP Ferg And Big Sean’s ‘World Is Mine’ Video Is All Heartache And Luxury

  27-06-2016 21:25
  
  A$AP Ferg and Big Sean team up for the ambitious and luxurious "World Is Mine" video.
  
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• Music Monday (6/27): This Week's New Albums + Videos

  27-06-2016 21:16 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Our guide to this week's (and last week's) album releases also features the week's top new music videos from artists like Portishead, Aphex Twin, and ScHoolboy Q, plus brand new streaming music from Bat for Lashes, Thee Oh Sees, Rihanna, Maxwell, Devendra Banhart, and more. Read and Post Comments | Get the full article at Metacritic
  
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• Bye, Bikinis — 9 One-Piece Swimsuits You Need This Summer

  27-06-2016 21:11
  
  9 one-piece swimsuits to add to your closet this summer.
  
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• Watch Maddie & Tae Perform Fleetwood Mac's 'Landslide' for Radio Disney Country: Exclusive

  27-06-2016 21:05
  
  In a Radio Disney Country acoustic session, Maddie & Tae covered Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide,” transitioning seamlessly into...
  
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• Game Of Thrones Season 6 Finale: Winter Is Finally Here. And So Is Hope.

  27-06-2016 20:51
  
  In a surprising and superb season, a female conqueror offers a promise of a better world.
  
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• 'Happy Birthday to You' Is One Step Closer to Being in the Public Domain

  27-06-2016 20:47
  
  Very soon filmmakers shooting birthday scenes and waiters helping families celebrate at restaurants won't have to choose between paying a license...
  
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• Suge Knight Sues Chris Brown Over Club Shooting

  27-06-2016 20:45
  
  Former rap music mogul Marion "Suge" Knight sued Chris Brown and the owners of a popular nightclub on Monday after he was shot seven times...
  
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• EU Regulators Near Decision on Sony/ATV's Jackson Buyout

  27-06-2016 20:39
  
  Sony/ATV Music’s rivals have aired concerns with European regulators about the publishing giant’s move to acquire the Michael Jackson...
  
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