Get into these stunning snaps of Ms. Nicole Scherzinger, shot in aid of her new single ‘Boomerang‘.

Showcasing the looks that make her one of Pop’s prettiest pushers, the snaps come as the latest ad for the dance cut- following a number of previews aired during her stint on ‘The X Factor UK’.

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Fans in love with the love story of Kal & Tariq or the pressing dramas of CW‘s ‘L.A. Complex’ other characters probably won’t love hearing news of its cancellation.

Indeed, the Canadian show that certainly built its fair share of buzz on the American side of the border, was passed on renewal for a third season by its Canadian parent channel.  Now, American audiences have been handed news that the series will not be renewed on CW either.

Despite series-long earning generally positive reviews, the show courted extremely low viewers on a weekly basis.  This is separate from already holding the record as the lowest-ever ratings for a broadcast drama series premiere.  However, much like CW‘s former hit series ‘The Game’, there is already buzz brewing that the series may be picked up by another channel.

Only time will tell.  (source)

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2012 has certainly been a year of triumphs for ‘Two Eleven’ maestra Brandy.  Aside from seeing her first top 10 single on Billboard charts in nearly 10 years (‘Put It Down’ ft. Chris Brown), the songstress has also won rave reviews from her many show-stopping performances from January on.

Now, the ‘Talk About Our Love’ singer is taking to ABC to talk about ringing in the new year on the ‘New Year’s Rockin Eve’ concert – joining a lineup that features Fergie, Taylor Swift, and more.

See her dish on her year-in-review, album, and upcoming performance below:

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Brit-Pop belle’s The Saturdays are making a beeline for the US charts with their Stateside debut ‘What About Us’.

Set for release in January, the track (and their American campaign moreover) is being propped up by a fly-on-the-wall reality show ‘Chasing The Saturdays’ – which begins airing on E! (America) on January 20th.

For those not (yet) in the know, the group are one of the UK’s most successful female collectives in recent years. And while this is more “by default” (as there simply aren’t m/any active girl groups on the scene), it’s a fact nonetheless. Indeed, since strutting into the Pop arena in 2008, The Saturdays have racked up an impressive eleven top 10 singles on the Official UK Singles Chart.

Do Vanessa, Una, Rochelle, and co have what it takes to replicate such success in the US? The first semblance of an answer awaits below…

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 ‘Do You’ divo Ne-Yo has certainly done what it takes to keep his latest top 10 smash ‘Let Me Love You’ aboard Billboard’s upper rankings.

With promo stops seeing him drop by the 2012 Soul Train Awards, ‘Grammy Nominations Concert’, and a host of other events, now the singer/songwriter drops by Saturday Night Live to spread “love” – one of many colorful gems from his latest top 10 album ‘R.E.D.’.

Acting as the night’s musical act on the Jamie Foxx-hosted episode, see Ne-Yo get into the groove below:

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Fresh from scoring a Grammy nomination for debut single ‘I Want You’, Soulful crooner Luke James has unwrapped the video for his latest release ‘Make Love To Me’.

Helmed by Beyonce’s creative director, Frank Gatson, the retrospective clip gives a nod to African-American artist Ernie Barnes’ ‘Sugar Shack’ painting and features cameos from many of James’ high-profile supporters – including Kelly Rowland, En Vogue‘s Terry Ellis, and Stacey Barthe.

Watch Luke soar after the jump…

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For Tamar Braxton, the last 24 hours have been nothing short of a blessing.

Hitting the net with her scorching new single ‘Love & War‘, the last few hours have seen the cut ascend on iTunes like a bat out of hell, and is now on spot away from hitting #1. Yes, you read that right, #1.

However, in the case any doubted the true reach of the singer’s commercial power, tonight has seen her enter territory many a R&B rival has tried- and failed- to match. Territory, by the name of the UK charts.

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The Best You Never Heard is back! After a lengthy rest on the bench, each week will once again see That Grape Juice spotlight an array of little known gems. Featuring picks from the TGJ editorial team, we want to know…who chose the best song! Let us know below…

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Janet Jackson – ‘Discipline’

 

The absence of Janet Jackson‘s creative partners in crime Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, saw many fire bullets at the star’s 10th studio album. However, it’d be criminal to take aim at the undeniable home run: the title track, ‘Discipline’.
Crafted by Shea Taylor and Jackson fanatic Ne-Yo, the super-sexed-up slow-jam is an ode to BDSM. J’s vocal delivery gives the impression that she is in an enjoyably painful predicament from which she has no intention nor desire of getting out of. From the moaning to the trademark harmonies – which in this particular song are as eerie as ever- the X-rated number is by all means a classic Janet “baby-making song”.
Damita Jo’s suggestive live interpretation of the track is another example that one shouldn’t be fooled by the “Good Times” smiles and shy attitude the singer/actress displays during promotional interviews.
Hopefully, in the very near future, Pop Royal Janet will bless us with a new record filled with Disciplines, Feedbacks, and other gems akin to those that have slipped under the radar in recent years {JOE}

LISTEN: [audiotube id=”Jl9C7Ni5W28″]

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PJ Morton & Jazmine Sullivan – Built For Love

 

Despite sending shockwaves through the industry post announcing her “retirement”,  soulstress Jazmine Sullivan still found her name etched as a feature on some unfortunately overlooked gems.  PJ Morton‘s debut single ‘Built For Love’ was certainly one of those gems.  A throwback to a time when real music dominated charts, the ‘Lions Tigers & Bears’ beauty unleashed her melismatic roar over the Morton tune about love on the rocks.

Morton, son of famed gospel singer Bishop Paul Morton, tickles the ivories while the two soar over the 70s-inspired duet.  The song was released shortly before it was announced that the crooner had signed with Young Money entertainment

Press play and fall in love {RASHAD}

LISTEN:  [audiotube id=”MoRmera0aUM”]

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Ciara – Shut Em Up

 

It’s common-knowledge that Ciara’s last studio outing ‘Basic Instinct’ was pretty much a disaster – so much so that she told us she wished it didn’t come out.

However, the project’s poor handling doesn’t mean it didn’t birth some of her best material yet. Case, point ‘Shut Em Up’.

Ironically not featured on the 2010 album’s final tracklist, the cut was one of the many songs leaked and left on the cutting room floor. “Why” is beyond us, as the track was banging!

Produced by Infinity and penned by Soundz, ‘Shut Em Up’ served as an emphatic bite back at all of her critics – doing so over a bouncy beat that thankfully sounded more club-geared, than Pop-star political.

More than anything, the track excels in that anyone can apply the lyrics to their own reality.  Too often, those that “can’t” vent by slamming those that “can”. This song tastefully tells them what they can do. {SAM}

LISTEN: [audiotube id=”u3F2cvzb1Bg”]
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Craig David & Rita Ora – Awkward

 

Before signing onto serve as Roc Nation’s leading newbie, Rita Ora‘s claim to fame came courtesy of ‘What’s Your Flava’ maestro Craig David.

However, while 2008’s ‘Where’s Your Love’ stands as their most recognizable outing, it’s their 2007 duet that ‘Awkward’ that will undoubtedly surprise any unfamiliar with it. Surprising somewhat is that this is Ora’s voice at just 17 years old, boasting a conviction that some of her older contemporaries are still yet to master. Enjoy below {DAVID}

LISTEN: [audiotube id=”CwX2Ieuk5no”]
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Whose Pick Was Best This Week?!

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Lifetime’s hit reality series ‘The Houstons:  On Our Own’ has earned mixed reviews from viewers as it chronicles the lives of late pop icon Whitney Houston‘s family just months after her untimely passing.

Its star, Houston’s 19-year-old daughter Bobbi Kristina, is not only using the show as a peek into her private life, but also as a vehicle to jumpstart her long sought after music career.

Indeed, while Whitney’s pride-and-joy officially unveiled her desire to be like her multi-octave mom via a Youtube video (covering Adele’s ‘Someone Like You’) some time ago, now she’s taking on one of her mother’s most beloved hits.

Click below to see Bobbi Kristina tackle ‘I’m Your Baby Tonight’ from tonight’s episode of ‘On Our Own’:

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Aerosmith megastar Steven Tyler made headlines days ago when he slammed ‘American Idol’ judge Nicki Minaj on what he suggested were her ‘lack luster’ judging skills.

Confusing much of the Rapper’s fan base, considering the fact Tyler is not believed to have seen Minaj’s judging skills, his remarks sparked a fiery response from the performer on the social networking site Twitter.

Now, after being branded a racist by the star, today has seen him apologize to her.

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The proof, as they say, is always in the pudding..and if the last few days in Nicki Minaj‘s world are anything to go by, we’d say life is pretty sweet for the Rap star.

Unveiling a new eight track EP named ‘The Re-Up’ last Monday, this week saw her reap many a reward from the project after its sales forced its supporting LP, ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’ 79 spots up the Billboard 200 in the space of 7 days, placing it at #28.

So, just in case that wasn’t enough to put a smile on her face, she’s now scored a new personal best on a critical tip.

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Roc Nation has done it again!

After spearheading the success of Rita Ora’s debut LP ‘ORA’, the Jay Z led company have scored their latest UK #1 album with the Pop piece, ‘Unapologetic‘.

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