As ‘Put It Down’ diva Brandy is working her way back up charts, anticipation mounts steadily for the release of her forthcoming project ‘Two Eleven’.  But while the singer works her way back into the spotlight, recent months have seen her play co-star in a massive promo push for the Monica-assisted single ‘It All Belongs To Me’.

With Mo’s album recently hitting shelves and Brandy’s soon to follow, rumors (flamed by the two) swirled that a joint tour would be in the works.  Well…that was then.

Speaking quite candidly with our friends at BarkBite, B-Rocka weighs in on the prospect of the tour possibilities as well as lending album updates with an all star team of producers (Timbaland, Frank Ocean, Bangladesh, Sean Garrett, and more).

Needless to say, B-Rocka is NOT playing!  This is a must read:

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As Beyonce slips on her trusty stilletto’s for the first of her Revel comeback shows in less than an hour, part 2 of the Making Of the Atlantic City extravaganza has surfaced.

Watch Queen Bey live up to her billing below

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While fans are still bobbing their heads to their ‘Lemme See’ collaboration, the first visual they will get to see of Usher and the Bawse Rick Ross will be ‘Touch ‘N You’ –Ross’s first official single from his July 31 due album ‘God Forgives, I Don’t’.

With both songs en route to dominate Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop charts (resting in the tally’s top 50 this week), the duo hope to build buzz by inviting fans behind the scenes of the visual for their latest collaboration.

Get your first look after the jump:

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Canadian crooner Justin Bieber rejoins hip hop hitmaker Ludacris for ‘All Around the World’.  The ‘Baby’ co-stars are the latest to hop aboard the technopop train with the upbeat, dance infused track.

The young singer’s upcoming album ‘Believe’ is set to hit shelves June 19th, but fans can get a sneak listen at ‘World’ – one of 16 tracks to feature on the set.

Get into it after the jump:

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“Toomooorroow! Tomooorroow!”

While another Jay Z protegee’s venture into film is sinking fast, another’s may be on the rise.  For, while fans await her delayed Roc Nation debut ‘Knees & Elbows’, reports surface that ‘Whip My Hair’ hitmaker Willow Smith is whipping her way onto the big screen.

As father Will Smith, who will produce the film, makes his rounds in support of Men In Black III (May 25th),  he announces Willow is readying a remake of the famed 1982 musical ‘Annie’.

The film is set to be updated with a new setting and new music.  No director or release date have been named at this time. (source)

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Always reminding spectators of the fighter she is, ‘Unbreak My Heart’ hitmaker Toni Braxton beamed on the orange carpet of yesterday’s Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel hosted ‘LUPUS LA Orange Ball’.

The singer, who has been diligent in raising awareness for the disease (of which she was also diagnosed), turned heads in a sparkling orange number on a guest list that also featured Paula Abdul, and more.  Get into more below:

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On July 5th 2012, Katy Perry will release Katy Perry: Part Of Me, a 3D Popumentary based on her life throughout the ‘Teenage Dream‘ era of her career.

Today, Perry shared an intimate clip from the project via Yahoo titled ‘Play Hard‘.

Get into it below…

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They’re coming back!

Yes, after launching the collaborative LP ‘Watch The Throne’ to favorable sales, reports of Jay Z & Kanye West’s plan to release a follow up were finally confirmed today, thanks to Kanye producer Mike Dean.

Full story below…

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Whether you’ve heard her music or not, it’s safe to say there’s no escaping Adele-mania.

Fueled by her sophomore LP ‘21‘ and heightened by the momentum of its own sales, the project has turned the star into one of the highest selling acts in more time, literally selling more copies per week than many of her chart rivals could shift in a year.

However, with this success has come an undying criticism related to Adele’s look- more specifically, her race.

Like Amy Winehouse and Joss Stone before her, Adkins’ success-albeit warranted- has led many to ask the uncomfortable question:

But what if she was black, would she be as successful?

This week, that question was asked and answered by ‘The Magnetic Fields’ front man Stephen Merritt.

His interesting comments below…

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Madonna‘s status as a Pop royal wasn’t acheived by means of talent. Rather, it was her uncanny ability to court controversy which has earned her the (arguable) title of Queen of Pop.

Alas, it’s little surprise that the 53 year old is digging into her trusty bag of tricks for her forthcoming ‘MDNA World Tour’.

Newly released pics show the ‘Give Me All Your Luvin” singer has employed crucifixes, ghouls and a whole lot more for the trek, which industry insiders predict could generate $500 Million when said and done.

We say, do whatever it takes to sell them tickets. For, the all-round lack of promo for the ‘MDNA’ LP served as an emphatic declaration that ol’ Maggie is bored of selling progressively less and is instead vesting her energy into the lucrative touring market. The smartest of moves for an act in her predicament.

The ‘MDNA World Tour’ kicks off in Tel Aviv next Thursday (May 31st).

Peep more pics below…

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September 18th marks the release of ‘The Spirit Indestructible’, Nelly Furtado’s 5th studio album.

Giving it a much needed promo boost at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards earlier this week, Nelly took her cause to the ‘Tonight Show’ last night in further aid of the project.

Peep her performing its lead single ‘Big Hoops’ at ‘The Tonight Show’ below…

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Cast your eyes on Madonna, out and about with 25 year old boyfriend Brahim Zaibat.

Spotted in New York yesterday, the pair shopped at J Crew seemingly by undisturbed  members of the general public, weeks before the star embarks her on record breaking ‘MDNA Tour‘, in support of the #1 album of the same name.

More from their outing below…

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