Pop diva Jennifer Lopez‘s ‘LOVE?’ promo train pulled into The Tonight Show With Jay Leno last night.

There, the American Idol judge chatted it up about the album’s title, how she spent ‘Mother’s Day’, her turbulent relationship with her own mother, her upcoming new show, and more.

Interview after the jump…

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It’s definitely an exciting time for music lovers this year, especially for fans of their beloved female performers.  Not in a long while have so many high profile ladies released their musical offerings in tandem, causing both competition and scrutiny to be immense.  It almost harkens back to a time when icons such as Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, and Madonna all competed for that top spot.

While the past year has been an active period for female stars such as Ke$ha, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez and Katy Perry, the eyes of many glared longingly towards 2011. A year which would see Pop’s heavy-hitters Britney Spears, Lady GaGa, and Beyoncé vie -in tandem- for the pole position.  It goes without saying that ‘singers’ in the vein of the Rihanna’s and co seem to pop up every year on the Pop music spectrum; yet, no three ladies have amounted the success or of a following as these ladies.

With the release of Britney’s ‘Femme Fatale’ this March, along with the impending releases of GaGa’s ‘Born This Way’ and Beyoncé’s new album, it definitely leaves the question:  Thusfar, who has brought it?!

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Lupe Fiasco has put an end to Adele’s rule at the top of the Billboard 200. The rapper’s ‘Lasers’ album has replaced ’21’ in the #1 spot, preventing the R&B singer from scoring a 3rd week consecutive at the chart’s summit.

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LA Reid and Doug Morris aren’t the only power players leaving the Universal Music Group for Sony Music. In what is possibly one of the most shocking moves in music since Janet Jackson parted ways with Island Def Jam, Mariah Carey will also be leaving UMG to return to Sony.

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Following mounting speculation that she had been dropped from her label, R&B diva Ciara has released a statement addressing the drama surrounding her music career as of late. The 25 year old does not hold back.

Find out what she had to say after the jump.

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It seems that there is some justice left in the world after all as Rihanna’s new video for ‘S&M’ has been partially banned. The visual was deemed “inappropriate” on YouTube and marked as “unsuitable” for viewers under the age of 18 years.

The real question that arises from this situation is if major television networks will give this video heavy airplay. Although Rihanna claims that the video has been approved by MTV, Ciara’s ‘Ride’ was completely banned on BET with far less sexually suggestive scenes, thus there is no justifiable reason why ‘S&M’ would avoid similar rejection.

How will Rihanna achieve success now? Without the ability to flash her colourful panties collection how will her team encourage consumers to pay attention to her ‘music’? On the bright side, her possible future as a model for Victoria’s Secret looks quite promising.

‘S&M’ must mean ‘Smoke & Mirrors’. Unfortunately for her, that shroud is finally being lifted. Rejoice!

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Check out this shot from the set of Britney Spears‘ hotly anticipated ‘Hold It Against Me’ video. Directed Jonas Akerland, the clip was filmed over two days this weekend and has many -including Spears herself- deeming it her best work yet.

Indeed, writing on Twitter after shooting wrapped, Spears said:

Such an incredible experience. I think this will be one of the best videos I have ever done”

Echoing such sentiments was ‘Toxic’ and ‘Slave for You’ choreographer Brian Friedman, who reunited with the 29 year old for this project. According to Fridman, Spears “danced her behind off”during filming.

Here’s hoping there’s substnciation for all the hype and not merely smoke and mirrors as has been the case with Ms. Spears too often over the last few years (see: ‘Circus era’)

Tidbit: It appears the usually reliable Breathe Heavy were a little over-excited in branding an earlier posted image as being from the set. The shot above however, we can confirm, is the real deal.

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Stars from the realm of television, film, and music are out in full force tonight for the 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Currently taking place live from The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, the likes of Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Lopez, and Halle Berry are among those who walked the red carpet moments ago.

Check out more pics below…

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Timbaland released the 1st song from his Timbaland Thursdays series. The record features none other than his longtime collaborator Missy Elliott. Listen to the track below:

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The last 12 months have been quite the roller-coaster for sultry singer Toni Braxton. Characterised by the breakdown of her marriage, commercial disappointment, and filing for bankruptcy again, 2010 is undoubtedly a year the R&B legend wishes to leave in the past.

Hence, in kicking off the new year with a bang, the legendary vocalist, 43, has revealed that she is considering posing for Playboy.

Full story after the jump…

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‘Champion’, Chris Brown‘s collaboration with British rapper Chipmunk surfaced a few moments ago.

Featuring the lyrics such as those below, the song is certainly set to have tongues wagging. Brown sings:

“I used to see my momma getting beat down!
Is that the real definition of me now?
I fell off, back on my feet now
headed to the sky! Can’t even see down
award shows, I poured my heart out
and people still steady trynna point my flaws out
and I’d be lying if I said it ain’t get to me
but I’m a champion, legend, history!!”

Take a listen after the jump…

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After the success that was the first season of ‘What Chilli Wants’, TLC star Rozanda ‘Chilli’ Thomas is back and once again looking for love in season 2 of the hit VH1 show.

Check out the trailer for the latest instalment of the series, which kicks off January 2nd at 9.30PM EST.

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