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Rihanna collabs with Dior on Sunglasses Collection.

Fashion Icon and Pop Star Rihanna is back with more #WORK! Rihanna's just announced a sunglasses collection with French couture designer Dior. Since 2015 she's been named the global ambassador for the brand and this is a major design move on Rihanna's part. The futuristic glasses inspired by character La Forge from Star Trek's iconic eyewear.

the single design is available in six variations - silver, pink, blue, green, and red that retail for $840.

Alisan Porter Wins 'The Voice'

it's been a tough season on NBC's 'The Voice' but it has all come down to Christina Aguilera and Alisan Porter. The 34 year old singer was crowned winner of 'The Voice' on Tuesday. Since the show's inception, it's winners have only been those of male celebrity coaches.

Tuesday was a victory for both Alisan Porter and Christina being the first female coach to have a participant win the show. Alisan Porter, former child star, beat out Adam Wakefield for the title.

All The Way Up REMIX featuring Jay-Z

recent banger "All The Way Up" by Fat Joe and Remy Ma just got laced by Jay Z for the official remix. In perfect timing as well, Jay Z comments on Beyonce's controversial 'Lemonade' album with these bars:

"You know you made it when the fact/ Your marriage made it is worth millions/ Lemonade is a popular drink and it still is/ Survival of the fittest,"

currently the remix is available exclusively on Tidal. how do you like the remix?

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'Amber Rose Show' premieres Friday June 17th.

if you haven't heard, Amber Rose is debuting her late night talk show on Friday June 17th at 11pm EST. VH1 is the network and dishes in the press release;

"will conduct candid interviews with industry experts and lead provocative, entertaining and unfiltered conversations with guests about pop culture, parenting, relationships, friendships, race, and entrepreneurship."

titled 'Amber Rose Show' we're hype to tune in to the weekly talk show! thanks Yeezy, i love me some Muva!

Kris Kardashian? Kris Jenner says she's changing her name back.

if you don't know, Keeping Up With The Kardashian's is back with an all new season. Kris Jenner and Khloe Kardashian take a ride, and Kris dishes on how she's changing her name back to Kardashian. "I was the original Kardashian." Which is rightfully said. With Blac Chyna being engaged to Rob Kardashian and the news of her name change, it's time Kris cashes in on what is hers. Well we love the Kardashian's and whether Jenner or Kardashian, we love you Kris! check out the clip below!

Blac Chyna posts sonogram of new baby with fiancee Rob Kardashian.

Out of all the media attention and drama, Blac Chyna shares her little blessing in a post via her instagram. Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna are engaged and expecting a new bundle of joy. The two haven't dished the gender yet, but Blac Chyna did post the sonogram today with a heartfelt caption, check out the picture below.

For a long time I felt like King was going to be an only child. That he was my greatest blessing and we were gonna live happily ever after together Just the 2 of us, I was no longer looking for love because I thought I had all that I needed. We needed. But look at God ! Here I am Engaged to be married to one of the greatest men I know who loves King & I unconditionally AND having another bundle of joy! I just want to say Never give up & ALWAYS have faith because fairytales DO come True #LookAtOurLittleNugget #KingsGoingToBeABigBrother

A photo posted by Blac Chyna (@blacchyna) on May 23, 2016 at 6:28pm PDT

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Chance The Rapper's "Coloring Book" album makes history.

Chance the Rapper, just made history with "Coloring Book". The streaming-only album, the first of its kind to debut on Billboard 200 Charts. Coloring Book entered the chart listing at Number 8, unprecedented for an album that is only available digitally.

if you haven't heard of Chance or at least think you haven't, he's graced recent tracks including Kanye West's 'Ultralight Beam' featuring Kirk Franklin and Kelly Price. Coloring Book is quite arguably one of the most uplifting rap albums in years, and in 2016, possesses strongest lyrical content yet. Garnering collaborations with 2Chainz, Lil Wayne, Young Thug, Future and Kanye West. Coloring Book is a refreshing insertion of hip-hop in a "I Am HipHop" proclaiming genre. whereas many fellow rappers all claim to be that lyrical difference for the genre, Chance gets his guns loaded as he showcases why he is a force to be reckoned with. Make sure you get your copy of Coloring Book from Apple Music currently, later becoming available on other streaming platforms on Tuesday, May 24th. Chance The Rapper, who is still an independent artist, kudos to you. you're #POPPIN!

DJ Khaled covers 'The Source'

"Congratulations, you played yaself." Well he really didn't, well thats just one of his man catchphrases. DJ Khaled, music mogul and social media maverick is gracing the cover of The Source magazine for their June issue. in the magazine, he dishes on his many keys to success and what brought him to the level of success he has reached. see the behind the scenes of the cover shoot below, and if you want to check out the full interview, click here.

Adele debuts "Send My Love" video during #BBMAs

International POP songstress, Adele wasn't in attendance at last night's Billboard Music Awards, but she definitely had a gift for us all. Adele has released the next visual on her critically acclaimed album "25". "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)" is an intimate video featuring the singer in a floral gown. the message is to ensure her ex, loves his new lover the way she asked to be loved. check out the visual below!

Desiigner performs "Panda" on The Wendy Williams Show.

"PANDA", the #POPPIN track that won't seem to go away, is back! Desiigner made an appearance on The Wendy Williams Show, for what might be his first national performance. If you've seen any of Desiigner's club appearances or in-studio performances, then you know he's a ball of energy. It was great to see the rapper in his own glory, especially after so many top artists have made their own spin on the hit. Check out the performance below!

The Game stars in "Streets of Compton" docu-series.

After such critically-acclaimed success of Straight Outta Compton, TV network A&E will premiere a docu-series focused on the notorious streets of the Southern California city. Rapper The Game, who was born and raised in Compton, California will star in the docu-series. A&E revisits the history of Compton through interviews from celebrities influenced by the Compton lifestyle. 'Streets of Compton' chronicles the city's history, music, culture and style that came out of the area in the '80s and early '90s which were all influenced by drugs, gangs, and political turmoil at the time.

The Game is releasing a new project titled 'Streets of Compton' through his record label Blood Money/eONE. releasing around the premiere of the show which is June 9th at 9PM & 10pm est.

2016 Billboard Music Award Winners: The Weeknd, Meek Mil, Drake, & Rihanna

i love a drama free, #POPPIN awards show! The 2016 Billboard Music Awards delivered just that! Hosted by rapper Ludacris and singer Ciara, the BBMAs were #POPPIN with a great tribute to the late legend Prince.

Meek Mill shocked the world, (even though it was no shock to us @ POPPIN') nabbing the 'Top Rap Album' award, beating out newfound rival Drake. Ciara seemed a little awkward though needless to say. The singer seemed a little uncomfortable the entire evening, and noticeably off-beat as compared to her host partner Ludacris. The top winner The Weeknd, who nabbed 8 awards last night including Top R&B Song, Top R&B Artist, Top R&B Album, Top Hot 100 Artist, Top Song Sales Artist, Top Radio Songs Artist, Top Streaming Songs Artist, and Top Streaming Song (Audio).



Check out pics from the show last night and the full list of winners below:

Top Rap Album:
Drake, If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late
Drake & Future, What A Time To Be Alive
Dr. Dre, Compton
Kendrick Lamar, To Pimp A Butterfly
Meek Mill, Dreams Worth More Than Money -- WINNER


Billboard Chart Achievement Award (Fan-Voted):
Rihanna -- WINNER
Adele
Drake
The Weeknd
Little Big Town


Top R&B Song:
Alessia Cara “Here”
Omarion Featuring Chris Brown & Jhene Aiko, “Post To Be”
The Weeknd, “Can’t Feel My Face”
The Weeknd, “Earned It (Fifty Shades of Grey)”
The Weeknd, “The Hills” -- WINNER


Top R&B Album:
Chris Brown, Royalty
Rihanna, Anti
Bryson Tiller, T R A P S O U L
Tyrese, Black Rose
The Weeknd, Beauty Behind the Madness -- WINNER


Top Hot 100 Artist:
Justin Bieber
Drake
Fetty Wap
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd -- WINNER


Top Song Sales Artist:
Adele
Justin Bieber
Drake
Fetty Wap
The Weeknd -- WINNER


Top Radio Songs Artist:
Justin Bieber
Ellie Goulding
Ed Sheeran
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd – WINNER
Top Streaming Songs Artist:
Justin Bieber
Drake
Fetty Wap
Silentó
The Weeknd – WINNER


Top R&B Artist:
Chris Brown
Jeremih
Rihanna
Bryson Tiller
The Weeknd – WINNER


Top Streaming Song (Audio):
Justin Bieber, “Sorry”
Justin Bieber, “What Do You Mean”
Fetty Wap, “Trap Queen”
The Weeknd, “The Hills” -- WINNER
Drake, “Hotline Bling”


Top Hot 100 Song:
Adele, “Hello”
Fetty Wap, “Trap Queen”
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, “See You Again” -- WINNER
The Weeknd, “Can’t Feel My Face”
The Weeknd, “The Hills”


Top Rap Song:
Drake, “Hotline Bling”
Fetty Wap, “Trap Queen”
Fetty Wap, “679” feat. Remy Boyz
Silentó, “Watch Me”
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, “See You Again” -- WINNER


Top Rap Artist:
Drake -- WINNER
Fetty Wap
Future
Wiz Khalifa
Silent


Top New Artist:
Fetty Wap -- WINNER
OMI
Charlie Puth
Silentó
Bryson Tiller


Top Gospel Artist:
Anthony Brown and group therAPy
Tasha Cobbs
Kirk Franklin -- WINNER
Travis Greene
Marvin Sapp


Top Gospel Album:
Anthony Brown & group therAPy, Everyday Jesus
Tasha Cobbs, One Place Live
Kirk Franklin, Losing My Religion -- WINNER
Jonathan McReynolds, Life Music: Stage Two
Marvin Sapp, You Shall Live


Top Gospel Song:
Anthony Brown and group therAPy, “Worth”
Erica Campbell feat. Big Shizz, “I Luh God”
Kirk Franklin, “Wanna Be Happy?” -- WINNER
Travis Greene, “Intentional”
Brian Courtney Wilson, “Worth Fighting For”


Top Streaming Song (Video):
Fetty Wap, “Trap Queen”
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, “See You Again”
Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars, “Uptown Funk!”
Silentó, “Watch Me” -- WINNER
The Weeknd, “The Hills”

Diddy & The Bad Boy Family perform LIVE on "TODAY".

Tonight, Friday May 20th, 2016, Diddy & The Bad Boy Family kick off their sold out reunion tour at the Barclays Center. The Bad Boy Family reunion tour includes Lil Kim, Mase, Faith Evans, and 112. to delight America, Diddy & The Bad Boy Family performed live on the TODAY show. Check out the #POPPIN performances below.

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Chanel Iman tributes Prince on Harper's Bazaar covers.

a little less than a month since music legend Prince has passed, and Harper's Bazaar Serbia serves a spot-on fashion tribute to Prince. Supermodel Chanel Iman was tapped to channel Prince in signature fashion pieces gracing 4 covers for the July 2016 issue. Prince boasted an illustrious career that pioneered men's fashion. the tribute pieces are amazing. Check out the images below!

Lauren London and Nipsey Hussle are expecting!

loose lips sink ships! when T.I. was asked recently about the delay in the sequel to his hit movie "ATL", T.I. replied,

“Ay man, we’re working on it presently. We got a couple obstacles in our way, like my lil sis man – she’s about to have a baby. So, we’re going to have to let her get that time out of her system and when she’s back in New New shape, we’ll be ready to roll.”

so congratulations are definitely in order for Lauren London and Nipsey Hussle. Lauren London who currently is a mother of one, Cameron Carter is her 6 year old by rapper Lil Wayne. we know how private Lauren is, so no point in getting excited to see the baby, but still congratulations!

Twitter adds BET's Debra Lee to Board of Directors.

In a move toward more diversity within the company's administration and also to spark innovation since it has had a slow start to 2016 in terms of user growth. Twitter has added CEO of BET to Board of Directors. Twitter who has recently lost many top executives has been on an overhaul adding recently adding new board members including Hugh Johnston, Chief Financial Officer of Pepsi, and Martha Lane Fox, owner of travel site Lastminute.com. Twitter is aiming to attract new users and bring more mainstream appeal to the app. We're definitely eager to see some creative upgrades to the site.

Watch Empire Season 2 Finale Previews.

it's a sad day in TVland, because at 9pm tonight debuts the season finale of Season 2 for most #POPPIN series, Empire. All in all we know that Jamal has declared no more music until the violence and drama stops between his family members. The Feds want Anika to testify against Luscious. and it's just, ugh... well check out these previews for tonight's episode for a little fix and tune in to PoppinBLOG.com later tonight for the full episode!

Mariah Carey talks new show, Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj & more on Watch What Happens Live!

POP/R&B Superstar Mariah Carey is creeping back to the scene. This week the news broke of her upcoming E! 8 part docu-series "Mariah's World". The chart-topping songstress gives a look into her extravagant lifestyle as she prepares for her European Sweet Sweet Fantasy tour and wedding with her soon to be husband billionaire James Packer.



of course Mariah is on the promo trails for the upcoming series, so she stopped by Andy & BravoTV's Watch What Happens Live. She gets a little shady when asked to say 3 nice things about Nicki Minaj. Mariah replied, "If you have nothing nice to say, say nothing." Mariah even boldly denies even knowing Jennifer Lopez?! Well, well...I will say she is definitely entertaining but now I hope she has a few fellow celebs on her new show that help her indulge in her shadiness. Check out this clip below:

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Justin Timberlake is BACK with "Can't Stop the Feeling"

you want a #POPPIN summer record? well JT aka Justin Timberlake is back with a single from upcoming movie "Trolls". Can't Stop The Feeling just hit number one yesterday and JT has the visuals to match. What do you think of the record?

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Pharrell has an Action Figure on the way!

Pharrell Williams just inked a deal with japanese toy company Medicom for his own action figure. How #POPPIN is that? set to be released January 2017, the action figure is priced at $231 USD. For a pretty penny you'll get the Pharrell toy packaged with his signature accessories; bracelets, watch, microphone and hat.

K. Michelle gets sexy in "Got Em Like" video.

they say K. Michelle used to be a stripper? well nonetheless she's delivering fun and sexy in the new video to her latest single "Got Em Like". check out the video below, is it #POPPIN or nah?

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