Even when she’s not at her best, Nicki Minaj sits head and shoulders above the rest.

As cliche as that may sound, this is one fact that continues to be proven right time and time again. Case, point example: ‘Stupid Hoe’, the Rapper’s latest video.

Because, despite coming under heavy criticism for its ‘unique’ style, it has rewarded her with  a feat of epic proportions.

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Kelly Rowland is one very proud Aunty.

Indeed, weeks after the birth of Beyonce‘s daughter Blue Ivy, Rowland shared her thoughts on the baby for the very first time this week, exclusively to E!

Her touching comments below…

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Renown for her her sassy mouth, Aubrey O’Day has never been one to follow the status-quo; a trait which’ll be put to the ultimate test when the former Danity Kane singer stars in Celebrity Apprentice next month.

Prior to then, O’Day makes an apt appearance in this month’s ‘Kontrol’ magazine. Check out exclusive shots from the Shape issue below…

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Get into this clip of Power 105.1’s Cherry interviewing Hip Hop heroine Charli Baltimore recently.

In support of her upcoming album, the Murder Inc alum dished on a number of issues but more interestingly- aired out her feelings on the Biggie Smalls bio pic  ‘Notorious‘.

Her feelings on the flick below…

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As one of the world’s leading comedians, Chelsea Handler has never been once to mind her words.

Renowned for  her outspoken style and sometimes controversial comments,  recent years have seen her rise to fame as the star of two E! produced TV shows, ‘Chelsea Lately‘ and its spin off ‘After Lately’.

Now peep her commenting  on songbird Mariah Carey, weighing in on her body and the comedic skills of her husband Nick Cannon below…

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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’.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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