Ciara is playing approximately no games with her chart comeback.

Having spent much of this year enjoying motherhood, the electrifying performer is gearing up for a return to the spotlight in 2015. And, as reported, she’s assembled an all-star cast of talent to help her craft her album, the follow-up to 2013’s self-titled set.

Taking to Instagram this week, Super Ci shared snaps of herself in the studio with Epic Records label-head L.A Reid and hitmaker Dr. Luke (whose stellar credits include Britney Spears, Katy Perry, and Pink). The caption attached read:

#WhatAMoment Me N My Boyz
@LA_Reid @TheDoctorLuke. #Legendary #WaitTilUHearWhatsCookingItsWorthTheWait.

The ‘Promise’ singer also posted a pic of herself working with the producer of the classic R&B jam Polow Da Don. Check it out below…

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Two years  after she teased the project’s release, this morning came baring the gifts that are snippets pulled from Nicki Minaj‘s third studio album ‘The Pinkprint.’

Dropping before the album’s December 15th due date, the teasers below showcase Minaj’s latest body of work, no doubt inspired by the likes of Lisa Fischer (‘I Lied‘) and Christina Aguilera (‘Grand Piano.’)

Fortunately (and as ever), Minaj opted not to play dress-up in sounds launched by other artists, instead choosing to pull from to create a cohesive Rap album just as layered as she is.

Press play below…

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“Wanna rumble with the bee?”

It appears the answer to Lil Kim‘s infamous question is being answered by…K. Michelle.

The R&B songbird has engaged in a feverish exchange of words with the rapper in recent months, with tension reaching boiling point this week.

As reported, outspoken K. laid into Kim on The Breakfast Club on Tuesday when quizzed about her thoughts on the femcee’s response to her comments in a previous interview.

Last night saw new mother Kim clap back, which meant a response from Michelle (whose new album ‘Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart’ hit stores this week) was almost certainly nigh.

Needless to say, it arrived moments ago.

Find out what she had to say below…

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Why? Only the teasing of the rapper’s latest collab with the ‘Flawless‘ Beyonce, hitting fans via a snippet now available to spin below!

Remember where you heard it first.

‘Feeling Myself’ after the jump…

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Rising from a camp led by Grammy winning producer Drew Scott and the industry power player that is Joey “J-Harris” Fleming is Tori Kay, the Teen-Pop sensation behind the brand new single ‘Girl Power.’

Hailed by some industry insiders as the second coming of Britney Spears, Tori touches down on the music scene after teaming up with ‘Disney’ to become the face of their ‘International World of English’ DVD where she touches children around the world how to speak English.

Why we say this Pop princess is destined for superstardom?

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R&B songbird K. Michelle may be flying to the top of charts with her sophomore album ‘Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart’ (in stores today), but there’s another tally she appears to already be on top of – Lil Kim‘s sh*tlist!

Indeed, after taking to ‘The Breakfast Club’ in support of her new album, Michelle lent a number of less-than-flattering remarks in reference to Kim when quizzed on their ongoing beef.  Well, the Queen Bee has had enough.  Tuck in below for her latest round of stings.  Needless to say, all we could say was “ouch” when we got done reading!

Did you miss it?  It all awaits below:

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Check out Jennifer Lopez!

The ‘Booty’ belter serves up gloss and glamour in this sneak peek snap from her upcoming Complex Magazine shoot.

Set to hit newsstands in January, the feature was lensed by noted photographers Gomillion & Leupold.

At 45, J.Lo is proving more fierce than artists she could have mothered. Werk!

Your thoughts?

Lady GaGa has pulled the wrapping paper off her festive rendition of ‘Winter Wonderland’.

The Pop force re-teams with her ‘Cheek To Cheek’ collaborator Tony Bennett for the fresh take on the classic Christmas cut, which was made available on iTunes moments ago.

Listen to their jazzed up take on the Holiday jam after the jump…

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Since its surprise release last month, Beyonce‘s ‘7/11’ video has birthed many a remake.

The latest comes courtesy of British girl-group Little Mix, who unwrapped their festive take on King B’s viral hit today.

Shot to celebrate member Jade‘s birthday, the clip also features her comrade Leigh-Anne, as well as the band’s dancers.

Watch Little Mix’s big turn up below…

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As many a TGJ reader has pointed out time and time and time again, radio deals may buy hits but will always fall short when tasked with securing the support of a loyal album-buying fan base.

This week, K. Michelle and J. Cole stand as living proof of that, set to see their new albums rock the ‘Billboard 200’ with stellar first week sales without the benefit of a hit single on the ‘Hot 100.’

Full story below…

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After millions purchased singles lifted from her debut album ‘The New Classic‘, the rapper has revealed that she is to return the favour by launching an arena tour she no doubt hopes will turn her singles-selling water into album-shifting wine.

Its name?

Find out below…

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Following her glowing endorsement from Brandy Norwood, Tamar Braxton exchanged her seat on ‘The Real’ for a mic when she performed the Christmas number ‘Silent Night.’

Her performance came before the release of her second studio album under ‘Epic’ records, led by the single ‘Let Me Know’, and material she no doubt hopes will see her fare just as well commercially as she did during the performance below!

Check her out…

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