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Ashanti has a new man! The word is Ashanti is dating NFL player Darnell Dockett who plays for the San Francisco 49ers. Ashanti tweeted her new boo yesterday wishing him a Happy Birthday! What's crazy is that I seen this tweet but just thought it was one of her super fans she was tweeting. I had no idea! I am happy for Ashanti though! Aww baby! Speaking of happy, a lot of people, including myself is happy for the return of Janet Jackson. The reclusive star was spotted going into a dance studio in L.A. They say Janet is rehearsing for her new tour but also said recording some type of video. Of course everything is hush hush but Janet herself shared the article on her timeline, complete with pictures. There's still no word on when we can expect this new music but Janet is keeping everything under wraps. I actually admire the secrecy because it leaves a lot to the imagination. It makes you anticipate it more and we don't anticipate a lot of albums nowadays. And I'm antici...

Cheryl Lynn, known primarily in R&B circles released her hit song, "Encore" in 1983. In 1984(the year I was born :), the song peaked at #1 on the R&B charts becoming Lynn's second #1 R&B hit. On the Pop charts the song peaked at #69 and #6 on the Dance charts. The song was produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis and this marked their first #1 R&B hit as a duo.

Kylie Jenner says she's not pregnant! R&B singer Cheryl Lynn(song: "Encore") went in on Anita Baker via social media when she discovered Anita blocked her. Lynn went on to say that Baker is jealous of her singing skills and after she ranted enough offered a semi apology. What do you think about Anita blocking Cheryl? I'm sure there is more to the story but we only know one side right now. But this feud can be filed under "strange" right along with the recent feud between Chris Brown and Tyson Beckford which has since been resolved. I've read that Anita Baker can be a little coocoo so who knows what the problem really is. Speaking of feuds, fans of Nicki Minaj have signed a petition against Iggy Azalea saying her award at the Billboard awards for "Best Rap Song" should be revoked. They are upset not only because Nicki didn't win but they say they song was released outside of the eligibility time. My gosh! Just let the girl live! I'...