As sophomore albums go, Jessie J‘s is easily one of the most anticipated Pop efforts of the year.

Having yielded hit singles ‘Wild’ and ‘It’s My Party’, the follow-up to 2011’s ‘Who Are You’ was officially christened ‘Alive’ today, with its accompanying cover unwrapped on the Brit-belter’s Instagram account.

The 25-year-old permanently vacated her seat on The Voice UK recently to afford her more time properly “work” the project – which arrives on September 23rd.

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Kelly Rowland has been rather quiet of late, hasn’t she?

Having signed on as a judge on The X Factor USA, the natural assumption is that her “hiatus” was being used to film the FOX hit – which returns to TV screens next month. However, with new album ‘Talk A Good Game’ still a “fresh release” and in need of a push, many were left scratching their heads as to why Ms. Kelly has seemingly disappeared from the spotlight.

Well, it appears they may indeed be a method to the madness.

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After unveiling a Vimeo-exclusive preview of the highly anticipated offering, Syleena Johnson & Musiq Souldchild finally invite all to tuck in below to see the official accompanying music video for ‘Feel The Fire’ – the hot new single from duo.

The R&B vets first excited fans with news of their forthcoming duet album ‘9ine’ earlier this year and have now delivered a long-awaited clip for the reggae-tinged tune.

What are you waiting for?  Your first peek awaits below:

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As the likes of Lady GaGa and Katy Perry would have already learned, the inclusion of streaming views to Hot 100 chart placements truly is an industry God send.

Giving established acts like themselves no choice but to win with every release, the ladies will no doubt see their pal Beyonce fare just as well when she kicks off the campaign for her new album.

In fact, if a new feat landed by the star is anything to go by, she can expect her brand new single to soar straight to the Top Ten upon release.

Confused?

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This week’s That Grape Juice Cover Star sails in from South Floridian crooner Random Wright.  Press ‘PLAY’ below to see Random take on Katy Perry‘s latest smash hit ‘Roar’ – the first release from her forthcoming album ‘Prism’ (October 22).

Alright then Mr. Wright.

Some of you may remember Random from his casting on MTV’s ‘Making the Band 4’, but for those of you who don’t, the video above provides just a glimpse of his ability.  Taking a lighthearted approach to Perry’s thunderous empowerment anthem, Wright was sure not to take away from the intensity of the song when it mattered most (i.e. the chorus).

Quite reminiscent of Jason Mraz in his approach to this tune, the simplicity of Random’s performance may seem just that when compared to the original. But, after just a few seconds of listening you quickly see that somehow, someway it just works.

Bravo!

For more on Random Wright, check out his Youtube page.

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It’s finally here!

The video for Chris Brown‘s ‘Love More’ premiered literally seconds ago. Serving as the latest single to be lifted from the singer’s ‘X’ LP, the cut features Young Money Mrs, Nicki Minaj.

Having previously collaborated on chart hit ‘Right By My Side’, does the pair’s latest offering up the ante? Watch and decide after the jump…

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The time is nigh!

Just days separate Lady GaGa fans (and critics) from the debut of the video of her blazing new single ‘Applause’. Hence, so as to crank anticipation into overdrive ahead of Monday’s ‘Good Morning America’ reveal, the Pop force has unwrapped a new promo teaser for the Inez and Vinoodh directed clip.

Aptly designed as a movie poster, word has it the clip -like most GaGa efforts- will be a short film. Roll on Monday!

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New music alert!

Nicki Minaj is wasting no time cooking up her third studio album. Indeed, since from wrapping up a controversial stint on American Idol and closing the campaign for latest project ‘The Re Up’ , the Young Money major has turned her attention to next LP.

Taking to Twitter today, hitmaker Pharrell Williams shared the above shot of himself and Minaj in the studio working on the as yet untitled set.

Currently riding high on the charts courtesy of production + guest slots Daft Punk’s ‘Get Lucky’ and Robin Thicke’s ‘Blurred Lines’, it’ll be uber interesting to what the Neptunes star has cooked up for Onika. Especially in light of the femcee’s declaration that this record will move away from the candy-coated Pop and instead re-embrace the “harder” Hip-Hop sound that defined “mixtape Nicki”.

We’re excited…are you?

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With the release of Mutya Keisha Siobhan‘s comeback single ‘Flatline’ fast approaching, the ladies have given fans a behind the scenes look at the track’s accompanying video.

Shot in Venice Beach – Los Angeles last month, the clip for the Dev Hynes produced cut arrives on Monday.

Get a taste of what they’ll be serving up after the jump…

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Photo courtesy:  TMZ

The past few years have seen former B2k member Raz B‘s name riddled with negative press – from explosive clashes with former group members to allegations of childhood molestation against their manager Chris Stokes.

While most of the reports surrounding Raz have cooled since his relocation to China, last night brought with it news the singer was involved in yet another altercation when he reportedly tried to break up a fight that left him injured from a bottle attack.

The injuries sustained from said event have worsened leaving Raz in a comatose state on life support, new reports say.

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Credited for introducing her once underground cause to the mainstream, Perez Hilton no doubt stands as an integral character in Lady GaGa‘s story, championing the star well before she came to the mainstream’s attention.

Alas, much like Rihanna‘s performance in ‘Battleship‘, things took a sharp turn for the worst when it emerged that the pair had gone from friends….to foes.

Now, as she continues to support and empower youth of all demographics, the star has revealed that she too remains a victim of bullying.

Her story below…

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After seeing his verse on Big Sean‘s ‘Control’ spark outrage by many a Hip Hop never do well  staple, the last few days have seen Rappers from across the board take aim at Kendrick Lamar’s ‘King of New York’ claim.

Next in line? Papoose, firing shots at the LA native with a response some are billing the best to unearth in the last week.

Why all the fuss?

His words below…

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