After a brief hiatus, R&B maestro Ne-Yo is back.

Last year’s ‘Libra Scale’ saw the singer-songwriter suffer his first major set-back, following a string of Platinum selling LP’s.

Looking to right the wrongs of his last outing, the singer-songwriter spoke with That Grape Juice TV about his new album at the Michael Jackson Forever tribute in Cardiff, Wales over the weekend.

There, he EXCLUSIVELY revealed the name of the LP – ‘The Cracks In Mr Perfect’, as well as its scheduled release window.

Also shared were his thoughts on the King of Pop’s legacy, as well a personal MJ moment he’ll forever treasure.

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Absence from music charts certainly has not kept ‘Back To Me’ hitmaker Fantasia from finding herself back in headlines  – unfortunately for rumors more than recordings.  Her (now) infamous relationship with Antwaun Cook, rebirthed rumors of financial despair, and the most recent rumor of her removal from a biopic about legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson are just a few of the headlines that have teemed tabloids.

Mum on the topics until now, the Southern soulstress took to gossip queen Wendy Williams to air out her side of the story concerning these and other murmurs.  Find out what Fantasia shared after the jump:

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Months ago, fans of Brooklyn belle Lil Kim rejoiced at the news that the Rapper had possibly inked a deal with Universal Music in a bid to generate support for her upcoming album.

Now, her ever loyal support base may just have more cause to celebrate.

For she has reportedly scored a  television role  that even her staunchest naysayers may have trouble turning their noses up at.

Yes, Lil Kim is to judge on…

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Take a gander at Rap’s reigning Pop sensation Nicki Minaj at the press conference for the 2011 American Music Awards just minutes ago.

Dressed in an outfit that left little or nothing to the imagination, the Billboard chart topper celebrated the news of multiple nominations with fellow performer Pitbull who like Katy Perry is one of the night’s many performers.

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It’s that time of  the year again.

The 2011 American Music Awards is on its way and with confirmed performances from the likes of Pitbull and Katy Perry, with more to be confirmed in coming weeks, the ceremony is already shaping up to be quite the event.

Now get familiar with the full list of nominations below…

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It’s finally here!

The album cover for Rihanna‘s ‘Talk That Talk’ made its way online just minutes ago, just hours after her excerpts from her interview with Esquire Magazine was published here.

Peep the cover for the LP’s deluxe edition below…

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It would seem that Island beauty Rihanna has bared more than nude body for her latest spread in Esquire Magazine.

For in support of her upcoming album ‘Talk That Talk’, the performer has openly discussed her thoughts on ex-boyfriend Chris Brown and what she really feels about his portrayal in the media.

As well this, she also explained the process behind the unique vocal ritual which sees her contact her vocal coach via Skype before every live performance.

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A self-styled role model for young girls, Rihanna sure does present a compelling message with her new shoot for Esquire magazine.

Snapped butt-naked, the model re-broadcasts her powerful mantra that not only is talent NOT a prerequisite for success, neither are clothes.

Expect to see more of RiRi’ naked as the November release of her ‘Talk That Talk’ LP draws near. After all, those Ronald McDonald sing-along-songs aren’t going to sell themselves, are they?

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Most would describe Beyonce‘s 15 year career as golden, hence her November Harper’s Bazaar cover is certainly fitting.

The glowing mother-to-be shimmers and shines in the striking shot, which accompanies her interview in the respected publication. There the 30 year old talks music, motherhood, and marriage.

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Yesterday, The Saturdays teased the video for new single ‘My Heart Takes Over’. Fast forward a day, and the ladies have premiered the visual in full.

The release is aptly the third to be lifted from the group’s third studio album ‘On Your Radar’ (due November 21st).

What are you waiting? Check it out after the jump.

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They say the best things come in threes, and for Cher Lloyd fans that couldn’t ring more true. For, in one clean sweep, the singer has revealed the name of her debut album, as well as its cover, and tracklisting.

Due for release on November 7th, the LP has been christened ‘Sticks & Stones’ – and will feature lead singles ‘Swagger Jagger’ and ‘With Ur Love’. Producers and features include RedOne, Max Martin, Jukebox (Willow Smith’s ‘Whip My Hair’) and Busta Rhymes. Needless to say, SyCo/Sony Music have pulled out all the stops.

Peep the full tracklisting after the jump…

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Remember our introductory look at Afro-siren Tiwa Savage?

Well, the bi-coastal beauty is back with her 2nd official single ‘Love Me’ – the video for which debuted on MTV Base today.

Does it pack as potent a punch as its predecessor, ‘Kele Kele’? No. The latter’s instantaneous pull made it magnetic in many a sense. However, what ‘Love Me’ and its video does do particularly well is further fuse the world of African music with the mainstream West.

A few tacky instances aside (see: “moving towers”), the clip boasts solid visuals, sass a plenty, and great choreo. We like. Do you?

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