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02/12/2014

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Trevor Nelson chats in-depth with R&B star Mary J Blige about her life and career.

Trevor Nelson catches up with R&B star Mary J Blige, one of the headliners at 1Xtra Live in Birmingham, to talk in-depth about her life and career to date.

Trevor Nelson catches up with R&B legend Mary J Blige - one of the headliners at 1Xtra Live in Birmingham - and talks in-depth about her life and career to date.

22 years after the release of her debut album, and with nine Grammy wins to her name, Mary is right back at forefront of contemporary R&B thanks to the collaborative London Sessions project.

Plus there's another chance to check out live music from her amazing set at 1Xtra Live in Birmingham.

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