In the forthcoming episode of her ratings grabber ‘Oprah’s Next Chapter’, Oprah Winfrey invites ‘As Long As You Love Me’ singer Justin Bieber to share his intense world with her, in support of his latest album ‘Believe‘.

However, in what can only infuriate many a Pop spectator looking forward to the tell all showing, its preview sees the mogul compare the teen star to Pop legend, Michael Jackson.

Her interesting assessment below…

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In perhaps her strangest launch campaign yet, Christina Aguilera‘s ‘Lotus’ has been the subject of ample debate as of late.

Though a stellar album, the lack of live performances to push it have raised many an eyebrow, as too have the lack of magazine covers, radio interviews and other promo vehicles. All factors which contribute to the project’s first week sales. Find out what they are after the jump..

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The Soul Train Awards 2012 took place earlier this month in Las Vegas, and so as to whet appetites ahead of the show’s November 25th air-date, Centric have released teaser clips from some of the night’s big performances.

Fantasia “churched it and worked it” with her rendition of Aretha Franklin’s ‘Don’t Play That Song’, while Elle Varner gave the a audience a ‘Refill’. Also on the bill were Stevie Wonder, 2 Chainz, and Keyshia Cole.

Peep preview below…

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After ample debate and speculation, Christina Aguilera‘s team have finally confirmed which song from her ‘Lotus’ LP will be awarded the single treatment.

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While That Grape Juice faithful patiently await the full unveil of our sitdown with ‘Get Up’ hitmaker Ciara, the singer unveils a new behind-the-scenes look at ‘Sorry’ – the first official single from her forthcoming ‘One Woman Army’ set.

Boasting many-a-back bend and dance step that keeps the songstress leagues above her contemporaries, it now looks like Ciara is looking rejuvenate interest in the slow jam since its September premiere.

See it all below:

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As one of the most hotly anticipated Pop releases of the year, all eyes -naturally- are on the commercial performance of Christina Aguilera‘s new album ‘Lotus’.

Preceded by the anthemic ‘Your Body’, the prelude to the set’s release has left both fans and critics somewhat puzzled. For, it was not until the day of release was a performance aired in support of the LP, with the existence of any more (beyond this Sunday’s American Music Awards) remaining an Unsolved Mystery.

Alas, the first week estimations of the LP, Aguilera’s first since 2010’s ‘Bionic’, make for an interesting read. See what we mean below…

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Pop diva Christina Aguilera celebrated the release of her new album ‘Lotus’ on The Voice tonight, taking to the stage to offer the first live performance in support of the set.

The 31 year old joined forces with fellow “coach” Cee-Lo Green to perform their duet ‘Make The World Move’, which is lifted from the critically-praised set.

What are you waiting for? Watch their rousing showing below…

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Young Money maven Nicki Minaj sprung a surprise on fans today with a behind the scenes look at the video for ‘Freedom’ – a cut from her forthcoming ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re Up’ LP (due November 19th).

Shot here in London town, the finished product  is expected imminently.

Peep the preview below…

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Roman is back! At least that’s what it sounds like on the freshly released snippets for the femcee’s ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re Up’ LP.

The Young Money maestra is joined by an All-Star cast on the hard-hitting top-up to ‘Roman Reloaded’ instalment to her Pink Friday franchise,  with the likes of Ciara and Lil Wayne featuring on ‘I’m Legit’ and ‘High School’ respectively.

Due November 19th, preview the set below…

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Christina Aguilera is on a winning streak!

After her forthcoming LP ‘Lotus‘ received a plethora of positive pre-release reviews from Pop critics, the Pop treasure has welcomed even better news today.

Find out what we’re talking about below…

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This is a man’s world but it wouldn’t be nothing without our little divas!

Is Christina one of the greatest voices of all-time?

Soul-filled songbird Solange is gearing up for the release of her first collection of new songs in four years – ‘True’.

Due on November 27th via Terrible Records, the eclectic set is preceded by critically acclaimed lead single ‘Losing You’ and by the sound of these freshly released snippets, the rest of the EP will find favour with fans and critics too.

See what we mean below…

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