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For her fans, it marked the first time her infamous alter-egos had been given life on a major mainstream platform.

Alas, today has seen a Grammy awards producer Ken Erlich reveal that he was disappointed with Nicki Minaj‘s performance at his ceremony three years ago.

Why?

Find out below…

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Anyone who’s interviewed Queen of Pop Madonna knows that she can be a royal pain.

From her infamous David Letterman showing to countless other less than friendly appearances, the Grammy-winning diva isn’t exactly atop reporters’ favorite interview candidate list.  Now, just weeks before her Madgesty is set to show off her new ‘Rebel Heart’ material on the 2015 Grammy stage, she was spotted down under on Aussie morning show ‘Mornings’ in her first interview addressing the unceremonious leak of her new project.

But, in an interesting twist, Madonna dares the reporter to participate in a “drinking game” that would see him take a shot of Tequila every time he asked her a “stupid question.”

 How many times did he drink up?  Find out below:

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Jessie J is Grammy bound!

It has been announced that the British-bred belter will be taking to the main-stage at music’s biggest calendar night.

Details on her showing at the 2015 Grammy Awards below…

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When she isn’t bringing the laughs on Bravo’s ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’, Kenya Moore can be found on NBC’s hit TV series ‘The Celebrity Apprentice’, competing against the likes of actress Vivica Fox to win money for charity.

However, though philanthropy may be the name of her game this time around, Monday night’s episode of the show saw her embrace inner ‘Yonce when she performed her single ‘Gone With the Wind Fabulous’ on the show.

Why this is one performance you don’t want to miss?

Hit the 22 minute 34 mark below!

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After watching the likes of Chris Brown, Jason Derulo and Jeremih take Urban Contemporary music to the Top 40 heavens, the R&B singer Mario has announced that he is to return to the world of music this week.

His comeback plans below…

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While pop nemesis Madonna may not approve, Little Monsters were thrilled Tuesday night to learn their pop diva of choice, Lady Gaga, had been added to the performance bill of the 2015 Grammy Awards.

Joining jazz icon Tony Bennett, the duo – also nominated for ‘Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album’ – will reportedly render a live rendition of a number listed aboard their #1 duets album ‘Cheek To Cheek.’ Just as news of their live DVD ‘Cheek To Cheek: Live‘ topping digital tallies worldwide floods headlines, the twosome took to Twitter to share their Grammy announcement:

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Already re-establishing itself as a ratings force with shows ‘American Idol’ and ‘Empire,’ FOX is looking to continue to cash in on its ratings rejuvenation via a greenlit teen horror comedy sure to make Nick Jonas fans scream with delight.

Set to star fellow pop sensation Ariana Grande and actress Keke Palmer, tuck in below for details on the new series christened ‘Scream Queens’:

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Ciara is back and racing up the iTunes charts with new single ‘I Bet’.

After amassing more than five million streams on VEVO since its debut two weeks ago, the truth-baring gem was released on iTunes yesterday and is well on its way to becoming a digital hit.

Details on the song’s performance and Super Ci’s new acoustic rendition of it below…

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Mariah Carey fans aren’t the only ones who can look forward to new music this year.

That’s right, after helping Ariana Grande‘s ‘Problem’ take flight, Big Sean has announced the name of his next studio album today!

Its called ‘Dark Sky Paradise‘ and has secured a February 24th 2015 release date, reported to feature the likes of Drake, the aforementioned Ariana, the delicious Jhene Aiko and Pusha T!

Peep its trailer below…

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As his growing number of e-battles seem to only find rival with serial Twitter-troll Azealia Banks, R&B hitmaker Chris Brown finds himself in headlines again for action posted on his Instagram.

As reported here, Brown’s ‘Between the Sheets’ tour – co-starring fellow Virginian heartthrob Trey Songz – was due to kick off January 27th, but met delay due to the ‘Run It’ singer’s legal woes.  Taking to the net, the singer offered an apology to fans for its postponement, an apology that was unaccepted by some.

After dodging a few slams from his beloved #TeamBreezy, Brown clapped back by calling his fans “ungrateful.”  That’s not all, though.  Read it all below:

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The US arm of her fan base may have failed to keep her new single at #1, but good luck to anyone trying to stop Rihanna‘s French fans from taking her to the top in that market.

For, proving that the star’s commercial power is truly international, the Pop purveyor now sits atop iTunes France with her new single ‘FourFiveSeconds’, currently outselling Bruno Mars‘ feel-good jam ‘Uptown Funk.

Good news below…

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Epic Records have the pleasure of pushing Jodeci‘s comeback this year, joining the group to release the first single from their new album today!

Its name? ‘Every Moment’, standing proud as the jam the group hopes will reclaim the audience they enjoyed during their first run and win the hearts of those who may not be as familiar with their work.

Did they succeed?

Press play and weigh in below…

Your thoughts?

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