After a brief rest on the bench, That Grape Juice Cover Star is back! This week sees DiiJai tackle Whitney Houston‘s classic ‘I Have Nothing’.

Check out his showing below:

Powerful, emotive, and yet controlled. A stunning showing; one which serves as a contemporary throwback to days of old where male artists “SANG”. With music rotating in cycles, here’s hoping the return of “the vocalists” is nigh.

For more on DiiJai, check out his Youtube page

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Believe it or not, 6 years have passed since Nelly Furtado‘s last English album.

Released June 7th 2006, ‘Loose‘- despite its blockbuster successes- saw Furtado retreat from the public eye once its campaign ended, much to the dismay of any who were hoping for the speedy release of its follow up.

Now, the wait is finally over.

Find out what the ‘Say It Right’ belle has been cooking up below…

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Feast your eyes on the preview for Iggy Azalea‘s ‘Murder Bizness‘.

Assisted by the ever articulate  Grand Hustle maestro T.I, the cut is the first to be lifted from her debut effort, ‘The New Classic’, set for release later this year, and follows the viral smash ‘PUY‘.

Sneak peek of the clip below…

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Look out USA! Another Brit is heading your way!

Cue Cher Lloyd.

The X Factor UK star, who recently signed a Stateside deal with LA Reid‘s Epic Records is gearing up for her official US launch, selecting current British single ‘Want U Back’ as her first American offering.

Initially featuring X Factor USA’s Astro, the revised version of the track now sees Lloyd fly solo and also boast an all-new video.

Peep snaps from the US video, as well as te orignal video below…

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New Alicia Keys music is on the way!

Is the pianist going to make another classic Motown-inspired R&B album reminiscent of her debut or is Keys planning to rehash ‘Element of Boredom Freedom’‘s listlessness into another idle LP?

See what record producer and Keys’ husband Swizz Beatz promises to expect from his wife’s upcoming collection after the jump and sound-off below.

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Contrary to popular belief, since the very beginning of Lady Gaga‘s career Laurieann Gibson has been at the helm as Gaga’s chief Creative Director and Choreographer.

As Creative Director it was Gibson’s job to bring the religion-obssessed Pop Star’s outlandish ideas to life in the form of elaborate stage shows, performances, and music videos.

Whether it be Gaga’s metaphorical death at 2009’s VMA‘s performing ‘Paparazzi’ or her blatant mock of Christianity in the ‘Judas’ video, Gibson was always a willing accomplice. However, after Miss Boom Kack’s alleged firing, the famed choreographer is singing a new tune set to the lyrics of “Gaga became too dark and twisted.”

Hear the tea Gibson spilled to ‘Entertainment Tonight (Canada)’ after the jump and sound-off below.

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Christina Aguilera stopped by the ‘Jay Leno Show’ tonight to promote NBC‘s ‘The Voice’, as well as to clear the air regarding the sexual on-screen chemistry she shares with her male co-judges, particularly Adam Levine.

Adam, whom she refers to as a “sister”, is only one of the many hot topics the plus-sized Pop Star sets the record straight in the hilarious interview with the ‘King of Late Night’. From her upcoming new album, Etta James‘ passing, and her love life, Aggy leaves no stone unturned.

Unlock this former ‘Genie’s’ full segment after the jump and sound-off below.

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Melanie Fiona took the rare opportunity to promote ‘The MF Life’ by performing ‘This Time’ with Roc Nation rapper J.Cole.

The duo’s chemistry was undeniable palpable giving the song, when performed live, a whole new life and feel.

Watch the video after the jump and sound-off below.

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Performing a ‘balls to the wall’ version of ‘Part Of Me’ at the ‘Echo Awards’, Katy Perry successfully redeemed herself as a live entertainer from that God-awful showing on BBC’s ‘Let’s Dance For Sports Relief’.

Watch Katy Perry perform the song that isn’t about her failed marriage to Russell Brand, but is about her failed marriage to Russell Brand after the jump and sound-off below.

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With Monica‘s ‘New Life’ set to arrive next month, naturally new material from the eagerly awaited set has started to surface.

Yet on Ms. Brown’s terms.

Taking to the stage at V103’s ‘Soul Sessions’, the powerhouse premiered a new song titled ‘Man Who Has Everything’ live.

Check it out after the jump…

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She’s finally done it.

After the failing to hit the spot with ‘Black Friday’ and the easily forgettable ‘If You Love Me‘, Lil Kim serves up ‘Keys To The City‘, ahead of her brand spanking new album.

Get into it below…

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In support of her brand spanking new LP, Cassie takes Vogue Italia into her closet, showcasing her ever forward fashions.

 Taking the time to explain the premise of her new video, she also dished on her influences, her public image and her well publicized sense of style.

Watch below…

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