Season two of the X Factor USA may be nine months away, yet that hasn’t stopped the Fox hit from drumming up drama aplenty this week.

Changes to the show’s cast had long been expected, yet few anticipated the axe falling on so many, so fast.

Indeed, just like that host Steve Jones, and judges Nicole Scherzinger and Paula Abdul were handed their pink slips. And while all have since gone on record to address their respective departures, Simon Cowell has been notable by his silence.

That is until now.

The show’s producer and head judge has released a statement on the mass cull. Find out what he had to say after the jump…

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Ashanti brought her New York hustle to LA today when she stopped by Access Hollywood.

The singer, who is now signed to her own imprint Written Entertainment, chatted it up about going independent, the politics at a major label, her new single ‘The Woman You Love’, Beyonce’s new baby, and more.

Check out what Ms. Douglas had to say after the jump…

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Nicki Minaj‘s promo train has officially left the station.

Indeed, in support of her upcoming album ‘PF: Roman Reloaded’, the Rap star covers the latest edition of ‘Wonderland’ magazine, weeks ahead of the LP’s release.

Dressed in an eye popping pink fashions, the shot also comes days before the Rapper takes to Superbowl 2012 to perform ‘Give Me all Your Luvin‘ with Madonna and MIA.

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Attendees of this year’s ‘Wireless Festival’ are in for a treat.

For, shortly after Rihanna was announced as the event’s headliner, Young Money Royal Drake has been confirmed as its second headlining act, following the success of his sophomore album ‘Take Care’.

Details below…

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This may be harsh, but firing Diddy is the smartest career move Nicki Minaj has made to date.

For, since replacing with him with managment company Hip Hop Since 1987, her gigs have only gotten bigger and better.

Case, point example: her upcoming set at the 54th Annual Grammys,which will see her perform material from ‘PF:Roman Reloaded‘, her upcoming album.

Now peep the ad she shot in support of the show, featuring the night’s host, LL Cool J below…

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As the Material Girl Madonna readies her newest material for public appraisal, you can expect to see her promotional promenade cross every major outlet including Anderson Cooper and the Superbowl this week alone.

To kick things off,  Madge stopped by ‘The Tonight Show’ with Jay Leno.

Touching on a number of pressing topics,  including her directorial effort ‘W.E.’ and her highly anticipated Superbowl showing (which saw her throw more subliminals at Janet Jackson), the late night visit precedes her Nicki Minaj/M.I.A.-assisted new single ‘Give Me All Your Luvin’.

Catch the ‘Hung Up’ diva hanging out with the late night king below.

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Get into ‘Mirrors’, the latest clip by Lil Wayne.

Lifted from his latest LP ‘Tha Carter IV’ and featuring ‘Grenade‘ catcher Bruno Mars, the video is now available to watch below.

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Back in October, Lady GaGa traveled to India in support of her LP, ‘Born This Way‘, engaging in a number of promotional stints in the country.

Dishing on the project to a number of outlets, the star revealed that she had spent time at a Delhi orphanage, meeting children affected by HIV.

Today, snaps and details from that trip emerged online.

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In what is sure to put a smile on Cheryl Cole‘s face today, Nicole Scherzinger and Paula Abdul have been axed by the X Factor USA.

The latest in a long  line of dismissals, following Steve Jones‘ ‘departure‘ from the show yesterday, some reports speculate room is being made for Mariah Carey to join the judging panel, in support of her upcoming album due out this year.

So, That Grape Juice wants to know:

Who do you think should replace Paula & Nicole?

Do you think Rihanna‘s countless #1 singles would make her the perfect candidate, or does Janet Jackson‘s experience make her better suited for the role.

Weigh in below!

Madonna‘s Super Bowl half-time show this Sunday is shaping up to be a must-see.

Yet, with all the hype and hoopla, there’s no doubt an immeasurable amount of stress on the shoulders of the purported Queen of Pop to deliver.

So, who better to provide encouraging words than “frienemy” Elton John.

Find out what advice the legendary star had for the Material Girl after the jump…

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After much speculation, it has been confirmed that chart force Adele will indeed be taking to the stage at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards.

Full details below…

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The world.

That’s exactly what soulful crooner D’Angelo had at his feet.

An industry rarity in that he commanded both critical and commercial acclaim (including two Platinum albums to his name), things took a turn for the worst when the star descended into a life of drink, drugs, and run-ins with the law.

Now, with his troubles behind him, the 37 year old is plotting his long-awaited comeback. Preceding his 3rd studio album (working title ‘James River’), is a European trek billed ‘The D Tour’.

Does he still have ‘it’? Peep his performance of the classic ‘Untitled’ and be the judge…

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