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Jennifer Hudson is back!

After warming up the masses with buzz cut ‘I Can’t Describe (The Way I Feel)’, the vocal powerhouse serves a flavour-filled follow-up in the form of ‘Walk It Out’.

Produced by hitmaker Timbaland (who also features on the track), the cut introduces a whole new Hudson – who ditches the “safeness” of previous releases in favour of gritty delivery and even the odd expletive.

Take a listen below…

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Jennifer Hudson has a knack for keeping busy.

With her third studio album all but finished, the singer-actress spent much of last week in London previewing the Pharrell Williams produced set to select press.

This week, however saw Jennifer jet into New York to perform at the Pinoy Relief Concert.

Hosted at Madison Square Garden, the event saw a myriad of major names perform in support of the victims of typhoon Yolanda in the Philippines.

Watch below as Hudson serves up a rousing rendition of Whitney Houston‘s classic ‘Saving All My Love For You’, as well the song that blast her star into the stratosphere – ‘And I Am Telling You’.

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Her third studio album may be yet to nab a release date, but that hasn’t stopped Jennifer Hudson from doing what she can to secure the support music lovers everywhere today…even if by accident.

For, as to celebrate Valentine’s Day, the ‘Spotlight’ stunner made her way to LA’s Nokia Theatre to enjoy a sold out show put on by ‘Silk’ manufacturer Keith Sweat, doing so alongside partner David Otunga.

It was there, to her complete surprise, that Sweat pulled her on stage to perform the R&B smash hit ‘Nobody.’

Why we’re calling this one a must see?

You’ll see below!

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They’re both set to drop brand new albums this year, and no doubt hope to score ‘career bests’ with them.

So, as to spread the word on their respective efforts, Mariah Carey and Jennifer Hudson have signed up to perform at this year’s ‘BET Honours’, created to celebrate the achievements of distinguished African-Americans!

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Last week saw Jennifer Hudson introduce the masses to “Jones” – her sassy alter ego – in the video for new single ‘I Can’t Describe (The Way I Feel)’.

Now, VEVO are giving folk a behind the scenes look at how the visual for the Pharrell and T.I. assisted cut was pieced together.

Get to know “new” Jennifer after the jump…

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Last night saw a who’s who of Hollywood step out in style for Clive Davis‘ legendary Pre-Grammy Gala in Los Angeles.

Jennifer Hudson was one of the many notable names to take to the stage at the Beverly Hilton extravaganza.

The singer-actress rocked the house with the first live showing of new single ‘I Can’t Describe (The Way I Feel)’, calling on collaborators Pharrell Williams and T.I. to join her on stage.

Peep the performance after the jump…

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With a new album on the way and its lead single to promote, Jennifer Hudson took to the ‘Huffington Post‘ to share her thoughts on sexuality within music recently, revealing why she believes ‘bedroom matters’ don’t always need to be ‘music matters.’

Her words below…

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After a lengthy spell away from the music scene, Jennifer Hudson blazes back with new single ‘I Can’t Describe (The Way I Feel) (ft. T.I)’.

The Pharrell Williams production is the first to be lifted from Hudson’s third studio album, due later this year.

Sonically, the cut signals quite the shift for the ballad-driven diva – a point she hammers home with its sensual new music video.

Meet the new Ms. Hudson after the jump…

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With Timbaland and Pharrell Williams on board, the ship that is Jennifer Hudson‘s third studio album sailed closer to shore today when the performer released behind the scenes footage from its first supporting music video!

Set for release tomorrow, the visual for her Dance number ‘I Can’t Describe’ is teased by Yahoo Music, responsible for sharing the footage now available to peep below!

Ready to check it out?!

Press play below…

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As reported here, Tina Knowles continued the week-long celebration of her 60th birthday in New Orleans last night with a star-studded masquerade ball. With R&B’s best and brightest in the house, including daughters Beyonce and Solange, Monica, Kelly Rowland, Jennifer Hudson, and many more, the event drew quite the glare from onlookers who tried to guess who was who of the masked celebs.

Hosted at Creole restaurant Muriel’s Jackson Square in the French Quarter, the festivity reportedly cost the Knowles camp a whopping $100,000.  But, hey…you only turn 60 once right?

See more pics below:

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The 40th Annual People's Choice Awards - Press Room

The year’s first award televised show brought in the new year with a bang tonight thanks to help from a slew of A-list stars!  The 40th annual People’s Choice Awards saw its prestigious trophies distributed to 2013’s top acts – as voted by the fans.

In categories of music, movies, television, and more, the competition may have been its stiffest yet.  And, for those who may have not walked away with the coveted awards, they definitely still were winners on the red carpet.

Click below to see some of the show and red carpet’s highlights including appearances from Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, Jennifer Hudson, and more:

 

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The vocal driven gem that is Jennifer Hudson wowed many a music lover nights ago, when she took to NBC’s ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve‘ to perform her brand new single ‘I Can’t Describe.’

Though her staging lacked the vibrancy the song’s upbeat nature called for, her serving of the jam was stellar to say the least, flirting with light choreography and storming the spot with that voice.

So, if you’re anything like us and can’t wait until the release of her forthcoming studio album, put on your dancing shoes and meet us below!

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