Kelly  Clarkson proved her worth as one of Pop’s strongest entertainers today, taking her new single ‘Catch My Breath‘ to ‘The Ellen Show’.

Released to build hype for her ‘Greatest Hits: Chapter One’, her live rendition of  the budding hit will undoubtedly stands as one of her best, strong enough to force us to buy the release minutes ago.

Watch the Pop rocker in action below…

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Who knew trouble could be so good? The answer, so it seems, is rapper T.I who is gearing up for the release of his new album ‘Trouble Man: Heavy Is The Head’.

Due on on December 18th, the set features an all-star cast which includes Andre 3000, Pink, R. Kelly and more.

See what T.I.P will be serving up next month below…

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Easily one of the biggest music news stories this year, Frank Ocean‘s “coming-out” letter both rocked and shocked an industry that -for all its diversity is still marred by narrow images of masculinity.

Since then, the 25 year old has (smartly) kept the focus on his music, releasing critically-acclaimed debut ‘Channel Orange’.

However, in opting to discuss the matter on his terms, the ‘Thinkin’ Bout You’ singer has opened up to GQ, addressing his decision to be frank about his sexuality in the magazine’s December issue.

An intriguing read awaits in the excerpts below…

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Nicki Minaj is leaving no show untouched in her promotional push for the re-release of her sophomore set, the aptly titled ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re Up’.

The femcee’s latest stop was ABC’s Good Morning America, merely moments ago, where dished on her American Idol stint, winning two American Music Awards, performing with Justin Bieber, her new fragrance, and of course ‘The Re Up’.

Watch Nicki in action below…

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With a career spearheaded by careful management, hit producers and well publicized aesthetic changes, Rihanna has oft been accused of being everywhere but in the driving seat of her own success.

However, perhaps in a bid to capitalize on her own brand for the first time, she has secured herself publishing credits for 12 songs found on her new LP, ‘Unapologetic’.

Details below…

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Kelly Rowland‘s new album ‘Year Of The Woman’ may not be due until early next year, but that didn’t stop the Destiny’s Child diva from gushing about the project to Billboard.

The industry bible caught up with the ‘Ice’ singer at Sunday’s American Music Awards, where she dished on working with Janet Jackson hitmakers Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, what the album will be sonically, and much more.

Interview awaits below…

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Young Money maven Nicki Minaj paid a visit to BET’s 106 & Park last night in support of her re-tooled sophomore album ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re Up’.

The set, which is currently sitting at #14 on iTunes, boasts seven new songs – including latest single ‘Freedom’, the video for which  premiered yesterday.

Watch Nicki’s appearance below…

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Fresh from an interesting performance at the American Music Awards last night, Christina Aguilera took front stage center  tonight on her home stage of The Voice.

Joined by fellow coach Blake Shelton, the pair performed ‘Just A Fool’ – the second single to be lifted from the diva’s latest opus ‘Lotus’.

Already an iTunes hit, all eyes are on whether Team Xtina can translate the song’s early buzz into a Billboard smash.

So, how did Xtina and Blake fare on their first live outing? The answer awaits below!

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In what is becoming an almost weekly occurence, Nicki Minaj today unwrapped yet another video. This time, it’s for ‘Freedom’ – the latest cut to be lifted from her ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re Up’ LP, which arrived in stores today.

Shot here in London town, the Colin Tilley directed clip received its world premiere on BET’s 106 & Park moments ago.

As ever, we have you covered. Check it out below…

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That Grape Juice are live in the house at Rihanna‘s ‘777 Tour’ at London’s HMV Forum tonight – and you can be too, courtesy of Youtube.

The mini-trek, which has been mounted in support of the model’s seventh studio album ‘Unapologetic’, is streaming live now. Watch as the 24 year old does what only she can above. Take from that what you will.

Your thoughts?

Britney fans rejoice!

Fresh out of Pop’s treasure chest comes Will.i.am‘s ‘Scream & Shout’, featuring well produced from the Pop icon.

We’ve fallen in love with it, so check it out below and let us know if you agree…

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Chrisette Michelle is wasting no time as December 8th the release date of her mixtape ‘Audrey Hepburn: An Audiovisual Experience’ draws nearer.

Having teased and titillated with ‘Charades’ earlier this month, the Def Jam diva has today debuted another cut from the project titled ‘Your Fair Lady’.

An intriguing listen awaits after the jump…

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