In many ways, Nicki Minaj is to female Rap what  Amy Winehouse was to British music.

From the buzz she garnered between’08-2010 to the well endowed commercial effort that was her debut LP, her success has led to a rise in the number of Femcees scoring major recording contracts, putting the oft overlooked sect back on the musical map.

So, with the likes of Lil Kim, Charli Baltimore, Missy Elliott and Da Brat readying long awaited come back albums, and Iggy Azalea, Kreayshawn, Paris and  Azealia Banks gearing up to release their debuts, we want to know:

Could 2012 be the year of the female Rapper?

And if so, which one are you  most excited about?

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Get familiar with ‘Hold On’, the latest cut by Pop sensation Sean Paul.

Lifted from his upcoming album  ‘Tomahawk Technique‘, due out January 30th overseas, the upbeat love song follows 2011’s ‘Got 2 Luv U‘  featuring Alexis Jordan, and the Kelly Rowland assisted jam ‘How Deep Is Your Love’.

Listen below…

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Last night, ‘Unfoolish‘ artist Ashanti took to UStream  to raise awareness for her long awaited new album.

Dishing on everything from its sound, the independent label it is being released by and how it differs from her previous efforts, she created quite the buzz by releasing snippets from the LP, which are now available for your listening pleasure below…

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Earlier this week,  Lil Kim‘s artistry  came into question when Charli Baltimore suggested the MC was not responsible for penning any of her own lyrics.

Now, a member of the Rapper’s entourage named Antonio Walker  has come forward supporting Baltimore’s accusations, claiming that he is indeed Lil Kim’s ghostwriter.

His allegations below…

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From making music to starring in movies, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is most certainly a jack of all trades.

Now, following the success of his MTV show ‘Making Da Band’ ,reports indicate he is ready to make the transition from TV star to network producer, with the launch of his own cable channel.

Details below…

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In case you didn’t know, January 27th will mark the release of Lana Del Rey‘s latest LP ‘Born To Die‘.

So, to give fans a little added incentive to buy the album, Rey took to ‘6 Music’ to perform two of its standout tracks and discuss the anticipated release with Huey Morgan.

Tuck in below…

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Peep Ashanti!

The singer looks all sorts of smoking in this hot new promo shot for her forthcoming album.

Currently untitled, the set is preceded by ‘The Woman You Love’ – which we can only assume is now a “buzz” track given the lack of follow-through (see: video, radio promo).

An issue I hope doesn’t plague the record; as I’ve long believed the “independent route” would always a tricky one for an artist such as Ms. Douglas. Yes, going it alone means she cuts the major label overheads and pockets more of the cha-ching. Yet, when you’re an artist who once had it all, is more $$$ worth the lack of recognition and low chartings the solo route is ridden with. Especially when, on the merit of your name alone, you’re still competing with the Beyonce‘s and Rihanna‘s of the world.

Put simply, here’s hoping the rest of the project follows a structured, clear-cut path; one that yields the results she deserves. For, she’s made the necessary strides vocally and as a performer to render herself worthy of success.

Your thoughts?

Madonna may be a Pop icon, but when it comes to making or starring in movies, she really is a lost cause.

From ‘Four Rooms’  to ‘Swept Away‘, Ms. ‘Material Girl‘ – in many ways- is to film what Edward Scissorhands is to cosmetology.

A nightmarish wreck.

So, in what will be sure to have much of her fan base seething with rage, today saw her creative cause face yet another blow.

Her latest movie ,’WE‘ has bombed.

Full story below…

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As the two week countdown for the unveiling of their ‘The Boy Is Mine’ successor begins, the Monica and Brandy have been making small rounds to promote their individual efforts.  Already garnering buzz, the  ‘Talk About Our Love’ diva has been talking with many an outlet, including That Grape Juice, about her highly anticipated set.

Sitting down with our friends at True Exclusives, the last week has seen highlights from the lengthy interview released as teasers before its full debut.

Also dishing on her blossoming love life, now fans can hear Miss Norwood chat about her new album and even preview new music from the songbird.  Get into the action after the jump:

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In an age where technology governs almost everything we do, online feats scored by performers have become just as renowned as successes scored on the charts and acclaim awarded by critics.

Now find out how Island tart Rihanna has controversially dethroned Pop star Lady GaGa on YouTube,to become the site’s reigning queen, below…

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SWV are back!

Indeed, following the well received number that was ‘Cosign‘, today the iconic trio release information surrounding their brand new album.

All the details below…

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Can you guess who was spotted arriving back in the States yesterday after vacationing in Hawaii? Find out after the jump..

Hint: She reportedly partied with her famous ex-boyfriend just hours after.

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