‘Sandcastle Disco’ diva Solange Knowles may have seen the last 3 years land her more headlines for her threads and shopping than chart topping, but word has it that is soon set to change.  Readying her 3rd solo, yet titled project, the youngest of the Knowles clan is already hyping fans up for the self-proclaimed ‘sexy 80s/retro’ sounding follow-up to her 2008 critically acclaimed ‘Solangel and the Hadley Street Dreams’.

But, before her faithful followers can get their hands on new music, they can check the songstress out in ‘Time Out New York’ magazine.  There, as ever, Miss Knowles strikes a feverishly fierce pose in her vintage duds and chatting on everything from the New York night life to what fans can expect of her new album.

Get into some of the set’s shots and behind the scenes action below:

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As summer draws nearer, so does the release of hotly anticipated movie ‘Sparkle’.

Starring the late Whitney Houston, the big-screen remake of the 70’s musical sees Jordin Sparks take centre stage as Sparkle. – a young girl on her rise the big time.

Joining Sparks to re-tell the tale for a new generation are Tika Sumpner, Carmen Ejogo, Cee-Lo Green, Derek Luke and Mike Epps. 

Peep these newly released press shots for the film (which arrives on August 17th) above and below (via The YBF)…

Also check out these previously released shots of Whitney doing her thing…

Needless to say, we’ll be seeing this…

Will you be seeing ‘Sparkle’?

Today, in support of her upcoming LP ‘MDNA’, Madonna released yet another snippet from the album.

So, without any further delay, tuck into ‘Beautiful Killer‘ below…

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As the likes of Kirk Frankin, Mary Mary, and KiKi Sheard have shown, “inspirational” isn’t just for the grown folk. This being an ethos and torch which burns brightly with Londoner Leké Akinyemi. 

A staple in the ever-renown Writeway Music collective, the 21 year old serves up rousing new single ‘Rodeo’. It’s a stellar introduction to the talent which resides in the budding star; and one which should go some way furthering his cause beyond the Gospel arena.

‘Rodeo’ hits iTunes on March 19th. Remember where you heard it first!

Your thoughts?

Say what you will about Madonna, but there is no denying her work ethic.

For, as these snaps are a testament to, very few can match the effort the ‘Material Girl‘ puts into her live shows, even after three decades.

Shot balancing on a tight rope, these pics arrive days before the release of her new LP ‘MDNA’, out March 26th.

More below…

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Lady GaGa‘s  Monsters aren’t going to be too happy.

For, in what may see them ‘separated’ from the Pop sensation for some time, she has announced a ‘media blackout’, taking a complete hiatus from interviews and other promotional efforts.

Details below…

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Willow Smith may only be 11, yet that hasn’t stopped the youngster from making a bold fashion statement.

As earlier reported, the ‘Whip My Hair’ singer cut off her hair and dyed it green. The rationale behind the move is anyone’s guess. Yet, one thing is for certain – the youngest of the Smith clan is sticking with it. Case, point, these latest snaps of her and mother Jada Pinkett, out and about in New York this week.

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Willow is undeniably talented. However, one thing we’re hoping she sticks with is school.

No longer a student at a traditional institution, Smith admitted in an interview with the Sunday Times that she has a tutor; although she often falls behind her former classmates because she’s “always on tour” or with her father.

Though by no means uncommon for fellow child-stars, the seeming rush to see her “blow up” is a little alarming.

The performance of all of her singles post-‘Whip’ suggest the initial novelty of an act so young has worn thin. Hence, surely this’d be the time to hone her, ensure she “lives” a little and strike again nearer the 16 mark. After all, there’s not been a tanked album attached to her name, so the slate is relatively clean.

Yet, it appears no such slow-down plans are in the pipeline. Willow and brother Jaden are gearing up to star in the movie adaptation of the comic ‘Amulet’.

Peep more pics below…

Your thoughts?

In many ways, last year’s ‘Love?’ put Jennifer Lopez back on the map. Ironically, a sales disaster, the set birthed the global smash ‘On The Floor’, served up solid singles, and enhanced “brand J.LO” tenfold (see: Idol, Fiat, Gillette).

Keen to keep up her momentum, the 42 year old is readying a new single, which features a familiar guest.

Details after the jump…

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Pop priori Katy Perry embraces the theatrical in the video for her latest single ‘Part Of Me’.

Set to premiere any day now, the clip is the latest to be lifted from Perry’s smash sophomore set, which was recently repacked as ‘Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection’.

The titillating teaser awaits below…

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 ‘Break My Heart’ hitmaker Estelle has certainly been seen making her rounds in support of her latest effort ‘All Of Me’ (which hit stores late February).  Landing many-a-magazine feature, her latest comes in the form of Vibe Vixen where the U.K.’er earned covergirl status for its March digital issue.

While imparting info on her critically acclaimed offering, the brazen Brit also gave her two cents on the hot topic that was Rihanna and Chris Brown‘s reunion ‘Birthday Cake’ reunion.

 As fans may know, Brown and his longtime friend/fellow Virginian Trey Songz both play guest star on Estelle’s ‘All Of Me’ track ‘International (Serious)’.  And much like Songz, the ‘American Boy’ singer came to the defense of her American collaborator.  Find out her thoughts below:

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Switch that messy Kardashian nonsense off! The Braxton sisters are back and in a big way.

After warming our hearts with their debut season, Toni, Trina, Towanda, Traci, and, of course, Tamar, return to the small screen with season 2 of their hit WeTV reality series ‘Braxton Family Values’.

You can now check out episode 18 of the latest season below…

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Singles ladies Rihanna and Katy Perry have seen the latter years of their careers skyrocket them atop singles charts while simultaneously, yet ironically, accompany such success with less than stellar album sales.  But, with Perry’s ‘Teenage Confection’ rolling onto shelves in less than two weeks (March 26th) and Ri reportedly readying her 7th LP, the BFFs may be adopting the ‘strength in numbers’ adage to change the tide.

For, while Rihanna’s collabo list is quite extensive, Perry may see herself the next added to it.  Chatting it up on Access Hollywood today in preliminary promotion for her film ‘Battleship’ (sailing into theaters May 18th), see the model-with-a-mic talk about the movie, rumors on the new album, and a possible forthcoming Katy Perry collab.

There may be a few surprises in store…

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