The second live show of  X Factor 2011 kicked off just hours ago.

{For those unfamiliar with The X Factor, the show is the UK’s version of American Idol – with a twist in that groups and over 28’s are eligible to enter. Now in it’s seventh season, the show is responsible for birthing the careers of Leona Lewis, Alexandra Burke, and JLS. It’s US version launched just weeks ago on FOX}.

Watch this week’s performances below…

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Making its way to US television screens in coming weeks, the 2011 American Music Awards is one of the year’s most anticipated events.

To be hosted by Nicki Minaj and Pitbull, the event’s performers were confirmed just minutes ago.

Find out who made the cut below…

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Moments ago a shot taken from the set of Birdman‘s ‘Y.U. Mad‘ video surfaced showing a toned down Nicki Minaj, posing with what appears to be one of her many fans.

Expected to premier in coming weeks, the visual will be sure to ignite her  ongoing feud with one time associate Lil Kim, who many say Minaj’s verse in the release is aimed at.

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While Mariah Carey‘s fashion sense often sees her spilling out, the songbird is ironically renown for keeping her private life under wraps.

As such, it comes as little surprise that Mrs Nick Cannon has kept her 6 month old twins –Monroe and Moroccan – out of the public eye.

However, that is all set to change next week Friday, when the diva reveals the interestingly named duo to the world in an exclusive 20/20 interview with Babara Walters.

The sit-down feature will see the singer and husband of 3 years Nick Cannon discuss married life, parenthood and more. Pending the interview’s air-date, you can check out a snap from it above.

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It’s been a busy few months for Pop force Alexandra Burke.

A staple on the live circuit, the singer has actively been recording her second studio album – which will serve as her first under new label RCA.

We caught up with the X Factor winner at the star-studded Michael Jackson Forever tribute in Cardiff this weekend. There, the 23 year old talked it up with That Grape Juice about the LP, who she’s been working with on it, and when we can expect its release.

She also dished on her fondest MJ memories, as well as honoring him with a performance of ‘Scream’ at the event.

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Since her principal was forced to admit her lipgloss was positively   ‘poppin’ back in 2007, Lil Mama‘s image in the public eye has been unfortunate to say the least.

From experiencing  a number of impotent releases  to becoming the butt of many a ‘gate crasher’ related joke after her iconic appearance at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, the ‘Scrawberry‘ sensation has had it very rough- very publicly.

Now she has given fresh thoughts on the matter.

Find out what she had to say below…

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For some, suffering two life threatening experiences within the space of four hours would be enough to exorcise  any thoughts of strenuous activity right out of them.

Yet it seems that not even two extremely serious seizures are enough to slow Rapper Rick Ross down, for reports indicate he plans to take to the stage this evening, just hours after he was released from a  hospital in Alabama.

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Still on the promotional campaign for his #1 ‘R.E.D Album‘, Rap staple Game rocked ‘The Tonight With Jay Leno‘ with a live performance of the song ‘Pot Of Gold‘.

Accompanied by a live band and his ever poignant lyrics, the entertainer recently made headlines when he proposed to his long time girlfriend under the gaze of conveniently placed paparazzo.

Watch him in action below…

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“If something isn’t broken don’t try to fix it“.

Sure to appease many of Nicki Minaj‘s support base, the above seems to be train of thought behind the creative process of her upcoming LP, that is- if comments made by producer Kane Beatz are anything to go by.

Responsible for producing the likes of ‘Dear Old Nicki‘ and the smash hit ‘SuperBass’, which both feature on the Rapper’s debut cd, he has confirmed that he has signed on to work on her sophomore album just months before its release.

Find out what he had to say about the album below…

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Nights ago, Rihanna‘s  appearance  on the X Factor USA drew in both fans and critics alike eager to see just how she would fare as a role as a guest judge on the competition.

Now more footage from her contribution to the series has surfaced and sees her discuss why she feels the show is a much needed presence in today’s industry.

Watch below…

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“Age ain’t nothing but a number. Age ain’t nothing but a thing”

Pop superstar Janet Jackson continues to show that you’re only as old as you feel. For, as her latest promo shots for Blackglama highlight, she remains ever-ripe – even at 45. Her ‘What Becomes A Legend Most?’ snaps for the fur firm simply get better and better.

The youngest of the Jackson clan is currently on the second leg of her worldwide ‘Number Ones Tour’, which when wrapped is set to have grossed well over $50 million. Not bad for an ‘intimate’ trek. Not bad at all.

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Pop force Jessie J looks all flavours of fierce in this new promo shot for Pretty Polly tights. The leggy ‘Price Tag’ singer was chosen by the firm to front their new Statement line.

Speaking on J’s enlistment, Polly’s brand director David Hinchcliffe said: “She’s got awesome style, but her attitude as well as her persona make a terrific choice for our collection”.

The 23 year old’s foray into fashion is occurs as she intensifies her charitable efforts. Indeed, J this week helped launch Capital FM’s Help a Capital Child Appeal – which serves to help teenagers battling cancer.

Kudos to Jessie for continuing to build a brand that is both edgy and educating. More power to her.

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