After enjoying commendable success on the Billboard 200 with latest LP ‘I Remember Me‘, Oscar winning performer Jennifer Hudson has confirmed the title of the album’s third single.

Following the singles ‘Where You At?‘ and ‘No One Gonna Love’, the upcoming release’s title was revealed during an interview with ABC.

Find out what it is below…

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Peruse of the Pop charts may give fans a new reason to ask ‘Where You At’ to R&B belter Jennifer Hudson.  The Dreamgirl, who seemingly saw her rise to fame happen overnight, has now found audiences sleeping on her material.  But, to doubt Hudson’s celebrity would be ill as her star in other formats seems to burn as brightly as ever with endorsement deals and silver screen appearances showing without shortage.  However, the platform that originally put the ‘Spotlight’ singer in the spotlight has found itself fading.

Fans first saw Hudson make her way through the ranks of American Idol with fellow belter Fantasia.  The latter walked away with the crown, but Hudson (later) walked away with the gold.  Her 2006 film debut in ‘Dreamgirls’, opposite Pop megastar Beyonce, and 2008 self titled debut album lifted the Idol alum to dizzying heights of decoration (Oscar, Golden Globe, Grammy).  But, as Hudson’s headlines fluctuated from chart toppers to personal tragedies and triumphs (that later led to an extended break from the public eye), every year of her absence still saw her active on the big screen but not Billboard (‘Sex and the City’, ‘Secret Life of Bees’, and ‘Fragments’).  Of course, only leaving fans that much more anxious (and angry) for new material from the Chicagoan songbird.

3 years after her first tread on charts, the singer returned with ‘I Remember Me’ led by the ballad ‘Where You At’.  With stiff competition from R&B comeback kid Chris Brown, Hudson’s promotional promenade left no stone unturned, hitting (what seemed like) every major hotspot available at the time.  It seemed to pay off.  With no single in sight on Billboard’s Hot 100 upper half, the singer still managed to move 165k her first week.  However, fans quickly forgot ‘I Remember Me’.  And with watch for its follow-up single ‘No One Gonna Love You’ fading due to everlasting press for the singer’s Weight Watching, ‘Remember Me’ was ironically minimized to a distant memory.

So, what is the problem?  As Brandy, Mya, and many other R&B divas can attest, extended breaks in an ever-changing Pop landscape doesn’t lend many favors.  But, many will argue Hudson’s entire package (look and sound) have improved since her debut effort.  On the other hand, with Electro-Pop still being the dominating force in the industry, is there just not a place for R&B acts who curtail choreography and a troop of background dancers bumping to a beat?  Or, though Hudson’s promo schedule saw no shortage of stops (even months after its release), was there just too much promotion of the wrong single? Material not up to scratch?

We want you to weigh in:  Jennifer Hudson – Product or Promotion?  What’s to blame?

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With a line-up that already boasts the likes of Brandy and talent show alums Leona Lewis, Jordin Sparks, and Adam Lambert, news has surfaced another talent-show graduate’s name has been added to the mix – Jennifer Hudson.  The ‘Spotlight’ songstress joins a list of ‘major’ singing stars tapped to mentor ‘minors’ on their quest for musical stardom.

Debra Byrd, resident vocal coach and mentor on the show, spoke highly of Hudson, stating:

“These kids wanted to sing for her, because they just loved her so much. She was able to bring to these kids who look up to her this great presence, this great energy and a wealth of information.”

In related news, Black Eyed Peas hitmaker Will.I.Am has also signed on for a mentoring spot.  Set for a September 23rd premiere on The HUB TV Network, fans can find out more info on the show here.

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In celebration of her 30th birthday on September 12th of this year, ‘I Remember Me’ performer Jennifer Hudson threw an intimate gathering for close friends and family recently, which saw a very special guest appear to wish the Oscar winner  a good day in person.

Peep all the fun and festivities below…

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While Kelly Rowland continues to dazzle during the auditions phase of the X Factor UK, ‘real-time’ has seen the Destiny’s Child alumni shooting the Judges Houses segment of the show.

And while speculation had been rife as to who the 30 year old would enlist to assist her, it has today been confirmed that Grammy and Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson is the surprise name.

The ‘Spotlight’ singer shot her scenes, which saw Kelly’s category whittled down for the live shows, at Rowland’s Miami home yesterday. {Source}

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While Ms. Hudson is certainly a coup for the show, it’s a shame that gone (seemingly) are the days when producers would allow judges to bring their own assistance (i.e. Danni-Kylie). For, like many, yours truly anticipated Beyonce or Michelle or someone with a legit connection. Still, ratings are ratings, and based on public response, winning is winning – the latter being what Kelly and this new panel are clearly doing.

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MTV News caught up with famed DJ/super-producer David Guetta shortly after his show-stopping performance on ‘America’s Got Talent’ earlier this week.  And though the ‘When Love Takes Over’ hitmaker took time to dish on his latest project ‘Nothing But the Beat’ (Augusut 29th), which features an all star list of collaborators (Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, Flo’ Rida), he spoke most proudly of Jennifer Hudson and Usher‘s contribution to the record.

The R&B singers contributed “Night of Your Life” and “Without U” respectively, with Guetta citing the latter as ‘the biggest record’ on the album.  Find out what other praises the producer showered on the singers after the jump:

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They may be posted at opposite ends of the musical spectrum, however Jennifer Hudson and David Guetta have joined forces.

The unlikely duo fuse Urban and Dance on ‘Night of Your Life’ – a cut lifted from the French DJ’s latest LP ‘Nothing But The Beat’.

A snippet hit the net earlier this month, however you can listen to the track in its entirety after the jump.

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R&B belter Jennifer Hudson was spotted on the most recent cover of ‘Self’ magazine (on sale Thursday).  In the mag the ‘Spotlight’ singer shed light on the usual topics – weight loss, movies, and more.  She revealed:

Via People magazine:

“I didn’t even know I was considered plus-sized until I came to Hollywood.  [It was not until an interviewer asked] ”How does it feel to be plus-sized in Hollywood?’ I looked around, like, Who is she talking to? Oh, me? I’m plus-sized? In the neighborhood I’m from in Chicago, a 16 is normal. But in Hollywood, everyone looks exactly the same, so I stood out.”

See photos of the Oscar winner below (via Self):

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Jennifer Hudson was spotted alongside son David Otunga, Jr. and sister Julia at the first annual Julian D. King Gift Foundation Hatch Day celebration.  The inaugural event was held in honor of the singer’s slain nephew who, along with other members of her family, were tragically murdered in late 2008.

See more from the celebration below (thanks to Rap-Up):

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As reported here, R&B diva Jennifer Hudson had a fiery exchange with a fan/follower on Twitter earlier this week.  While the incident has been landing the ‘Spotlight’ singer on many a headline, the soon-to-be Mrs. Otunga took time to address her reasons for responding to the follower as well as shed light on some upcoming projects.

Hear what Hudson had to say after the jump:

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‘And I’m Telling You’ singer Jennifer Hudson told off a fan on Twitter today, engaging in a fiery exchange when a follower questioned the singer’s recent weight loss and made comments about fiance David Otunga.  Hudson, who just celebrated the birthday of 2-year-old son David Otunga, Jr. yesterday, may be known for serving up hits and show-stopping performances, but this time she served just a tad more.

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Get familiar with a snippet of David Guetta‘s latest release, ‘Night Of Your Life‘ featuring Jennifer Hudson.

Expected to be released in full in coming weeks, the track features on the producer’s upcoming LP which also holds collaborations with the likes of Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown.

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