Be it R&B or Pop, Usher is dominating the charts. Hence, it’s only fitting that he covers Billboard magazine in the run-up to the  release of new album ‘Looking For Myself’.

The hitmaker’s relationship with industry juggernaut will also see him take to the stage at the Billboard Music Awards on May 20th.

Due on June 12th, ‘Looking’ is preceded by singles ‘Climax’, ‘Scream’, and ‘Lemme See’. You ready for the takeover?

Your thoughts?

 

They may be direct competition but as far as Rita Ora is concerned,there’s nothing but love between she and Carribbean supermodel Rihanna.

In fact, Ora is so fond of the megastar she has hinted on how she’d react if the pair were to ever collaborate.

Her comments below…

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Cop a gander at Island star Rihanna, mobbed by paparazzi and members of her ‘Navy‘ yesterday afternoon.

Seemingly unfazed by the pandemonium, the model stopped to meet and greet fans as she made her into a Manhattan location, three days after she released her latest video for the single, ‘Where Have You Been’.

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Despite having a career full of laughable moments, Caribbean queen Rihanna has proven via a number of outlets (see: Twitter,  SNL, “role model status”) that her comedy skills are quite impressive.

A nod to such would be the announcement that Shy Ronnie’s former co-hort will be revisiting the SNL set for a new duet as well as performances and other skit appearances.  All of the aforementioned are sure to keep spectators laughing.

Set to be hosted by SNL vet Andy Samberg and NFL’s Eli Manning, get into the promo for one of the weekend’s most anticipated happenings:

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Nelly Furtado is back!

While fans awaited the ‘I’m Like a Bird’ songbird’s new visual for ‘Big Hoops’ to drop Monday (May 7th), they will be in for a big surprise to know it’s here now!

Preceding the June 19th release of her new album ‘The Spirit Indestructible’, get into Miss Furtado’s new joint after the jump:

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It’s finally here!

The video for Justin Bieber’s hotly anticipated (and much-teased) ‘Boyfriend’ premiered moments ago.

Get acquainted with new Justin after the jump…

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Peep R&B divas Brandy and Monica!

As earlier reported, the duo appear in the latest issue of EBONY magazine, where they – as per the cover and the newly surfaced pic above – serve up effortless fierce.

Beyond beaming in the magazines, the ladies are hard on their musical grind. Monica’s ‘New Life’ album has seen its latest single ‘Without You’ sent to radio, while Brandy’s comeback effort ‘Put It Down (ft. Chris Brown)’ continues to drum up ample buzz.

Your thoughts?

 

Talk about quick!  Fresh from making the announcement that ‘Icebox’ crooner Omarion would be joining ‘The Biggest Boss’ Rick Ross‘s camp Maybach Music, the two are already unleashing new music for the masses. The former B2K frontman’s first offering under the imprint is “Let’s Talk” – a thumping tune that samples 90s hip hop heavyweights Notorious B.I.G. and Salt & Pepa.

Certainly hoping to add his own brand of spice to the mix, see O and crew make their joint debut with this behind the scenes look at the upcoming visual:

 

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Today, the second part of Bobby Brown‘s interview with ABC’s Matt Lauer aired, days after its first half sent shock waves the world over.

Taking the chance to give his side of the story, peep Bobby weigh in on Whitney Houston’s funeral, his thoughts on her family and Bobbi Kristina’s alleged relationship with her adopted brother below…

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Nelly Furtado is back!

The singer is gearing up for the June 19th release of new album ‘The Spirit Indestructible’; and so as to whet appetites has unveiled the set’s standard and deluxe covers.

Hotly anticipated, the LP is preceded by ‘Big Hoops (The Bigger The Better)’ – which Furtado will bring to life live on stage at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards on May 20th. The track’s accompanying video is expected to debut on May 7th.

Exciting times, ay?

Peep the deluxe cover below…

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Let’s be honest, aside from being a poor man’s version of Janet‘s ‘Together Again‘, Rihanna‘s ‘Where Have You Been‘ really is all that and then some.

The latest clip in aid of her new album ‘Talk That Talk’, it premiered on Tuesday and follows the release of the record breaking number ‘We Found Love‘.

However, today gave indication that ‘Where‘ is to best ‘Love’s astounding feats.

Why?

It now holds the record for scoring the most views on VEVO in the shortest amount of time.

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Without a doubt, Beyonce‘s skill as a writer is oft overshadowed by her success as an entertainer.

Writing or co-writing almost every number she’s recorded since her debut in 1998, Knowles’ writing feats include scoring a Golden Globe nomination for 2007’s ‘Listen’,.
This, after she became the second African American woman to win an ASCAP Songwriter Of The Year award, following  ‘Say My Name’ maestra Kandi Burruss.

So now, in recognition of her contributions to the craft, she is to be honored by the New York Association of Black Journalists this month.

Details below…

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