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Rihanna shines brighter than a diamond in her last show of her Diamond World Tour which kicked off in the US in May 2013.

Exclusive Behind the Scenes Footage of Ushers Performance at the EMAs.

Regulars Competition

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Top Ten Divas

BET Awards 2014

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months we put in place Nellys Artist of The 103 This upcoming single by our very own Melody 'critics. Travel back in time 28 Month 90 We go back in time to find out who were Top 50 Rappers in 22 Download Chart the biggest R&B artists in the 80s and We update our readers with the top 40 History 90s. most downloaded music of the month. Rap Battle 96 Eminem 99 (CS)63 Gig Review Upcoming Rappers join forces to Rap it all We caught up with Eminem on how he Ashantis BraveHeart out for a charity which provides aid and is preparing for his upcoming demanding support to young ill patients. world tour. tour very own Natasha Petal talks about Destinys Child 36 Arjun it Up 118 Our Fab time at Ashantis gig in London Wait Is it True? Really? Beyonc confirms rumours that Destinys Child will reunite. Something is up their sleeves. YouTube Musical Sensation Arjun, shares Hammersmith Apollo. his influences on how he mashed up Popular R&B and Bollywood tunes Getting over 5 millions hits.

Plans are going ahead with the BET Awards 2014 to be greater and outstanding than any other award show in history.

Check out on who the top ten striking Divas are, who snapped their way to the list.

Dont miss your chance to win an exclusive pair of ticket to the unmissable gig of the month Ushers Climax Tour.

New Reviews

Kim J I kept on trying to make my dreams come Other Side of Drake 77 The Started From the Bottom rapper true (CS)123 shares his inspirational story of how he
We talk with Grammy Award Winner for Breakthrough artist Anna J. We get to know the good, the bad and the ugly side of her. reached to the top of the charts

Gigs & Tours Artist Fact File Fashion & Style JTs Suit&Tie

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Sleek and Shine Suit with a Patterned Tie Is Justin Timberlakes new style. Goodbye to baggy jeans and snapbacks.

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Shes back fiercer, brighter and crazier. She is all ready to launch her brand new album. I'm grateful for my barbies and ken-barbs for their crazy support.

I rather give up my career for my family and health Is Jason Derulo going to leave the music industry, just before he kicks off his Sold out World Tour?

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Shontelle is back to tell you hot top tips on how to style yourself with your everyday clothing

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Editors Note
Hi guys, Its been one crazy month at Melody HQs. We received news that we won the best debut R&B music magazine at the MOBO awards. How exciting! We caught up with artists like Rihanna, R.Kelly, Fuse ODG and our home town mate Dizzie Rascal. In this months issue, we are jam packed with information you dont want to miss out. The Latest Albums, reviews and Hot News will be in your hands. We will also update you with the top lists of the best rappers to the artist of the month. Each Month, Melody will give our readers exclusive gold chances to enter competitions and special article of our artists in demand. We have the one and only Kim J (Grammy award winner) as our main cover story in this issue. She talks about her fearless journey into the crazy and witted music industry. Kim J talks about her friendship with top artists and rappers like Nicki Minaj, Ciara and Nelly. Overall, in this issue we have complete full coverage of popular artists chosen by you guys. Enjoy! Geeta Gohil