As reported here, ‘Right By My Side’ rapstress Nicki Minaj is moving right along with readying the re-release of her acclaimed sophomore album ‘Pink Friday:  Roman Reloaded’.

Quizzed by fans today on details of the album, entitled ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The ReUp’, the hip pop star shared this:

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Missy Elliott is back! Well, almost.

With anticipation at fever-pitch for the electric femcee’s chart-return, she today teased with a snippet of new single ‘9th Inning’ – which features long-time collaborator Timbaland.

Take a listen to what Misdemeanor has in store after the jump…

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Thanksgiving came all sorts of early for Ciara fans today. Indeed, as reported, it has been confirmed this AM that two singles and videos from the star’s comeback LP, ‘One Woman Army’, are set to be rolled out starting this week.

And in the spirit of keeping the info a’flowing, the 26 year old’s label have followed-up with the official release date for ‘Army’.

Let’s just say, it’ll be arriving in the run-up to another festive holiday. Details after the jump…

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Pink kicked of ‘Ellen‘s 10th season with a bang today, performing her fiery new single ‘Blow Me (One Last Kiss)’.

Performing the number days after rocking the VMAs, her set arrived before the September 18th launch of her new LP ‘The Truth About Love’.

Watch below…

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Last night saw Oprah‘s long awaited conversation with Jennifer Hudson air on OWN, via its critically acclaimed ‘Next Chapter’.

Giving an insightful look into the star’s life and well publicized losses, the episode makes for truly inspirational viewing- showcasing the strength many have come to love Ms.Hudson for.

Watch above…

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While the VMAs may have gone some way to sully Rihanna’s public image, it’s safe to say they may have her given her somewhat of an early Christmas present.

For, perhaps in response to her smoking set at the event, her latest LP ‘Talk That Talk’ has finally been certified Platinum, almost one year since release.

Details below…

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With two #1 albums and a number of lucrative opportunities to her name, Nicki Minaj has seen both she and her brand placed under the heavy eye of the media’s gaze in recent years, with varying results.

Renown for her layered creative style and celebrated for overcoming a difficult childhood, last week saw her throw herself into contemporary political debate, when she spawned a lyric in support of Presidential candidate Mitt Romney via her gay alter ego Roman Zolanski, here.

Today, Romney’s rival President Obama has weighed in on Minaj’s alleged support of the Republican and the aforementioned ‘Roman’ during a rare radio interview.

Details below…

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Easily one of the year’s most anticipated Urban releases, Ciara‘s ‘One Woman Army’ has had many a talking – a trend which looks set to continue after today’s titillating info-blast.

For, following of silence, the singer’s label have today lifted the lid on the release date of ‘Army’, the video for its lead single ‘Sorry’, and its follow-up!

What are you waiting for? Details after the jump!

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Say what you will about her business acumen, but there’s no denying Lil Kim‘s value as a live act.

Oft lost in the haze of controversy she oft endures, the Rapper’s skill as an entertainer is just as in tact today as it was when she wowed back in ’96 with this performance.

Now check out her performing for the crowd at ‘Opening Ceremony‘s 10th anniversary party, soaring with a number of her Hip Hop classics.

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For many, Beyonce‘s journey thus far has been a moving story to watch.

From her days as Destiny’s Child ring leader, her unforgettable ascent to global stardom and now the joys of motherhood.

Now, nine months after the latter began, she has taken to Anderson Cooper’s hit series ‘Anderson Live‘ to dish on her ever changing life.

Revealing, that she has fallen in love with being a mother.

Excerpts from the interview below…

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Nothing, absolutely nothing can take away from Mariah Carey‘s impact on Pop culture, standing as one of the greatest vocalists of all time.

However, much like Britney‘s will to dance and Lil Kim‘s chances of landing #1 single in this reality, Ol Mimi’s voice as we once knew is no more… for one reason or the other.

So, after proving that fact with a so so performance last week’s NFL kick off in NYC, the diva took to Cafe Carlyle  to redeem herself by way of classic Jazz standards.

Standards, which saw Mariah deliver a tolerable performance for the first time in a long time.

Enjoy below…

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