Two of the music industry’s biggest rumors of the week have both proven themselves true.

Yes, last week we reported that Beyonce and Madonna were set to hit the 56th annual Grammy Awards stage this Sunday as surprised performers.  Not even 3 days later, the ‘Drunk In Love’ diva and her hubby co-star Jay Z were confirmed as featured performers for the show.

Now, in a move that rocked fans further, the Grammys committee have confirmed that Queen of Pop Madonna will indeed take the stage at this week’s ceremony – her first performance since 2006 when she brought down the house with her comeback hit ‘Hung Up’…

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The divas of Danity Kane certainly know how to keep it moving.

Fresh from dropping buzz cut ‘Bye Baby’ and rocking LA with their recent comeback show, the talented quad have hit the studio with rapper Tyga.

Members Dawn Richard and Aubrey O’Day shared the shot above on Instagram today, adding the caption: studio nights. @kinggoldchains @dawnrichard#DK/TygaCollab

We like the potential embedded in the collaboration. The ladies have carved out quite the discography by fusing Pop with gritty Urban elements – a foundation they look set to build on.

More than anything, though, we’re just keen to see and hear what DK have been cooking up in general (see: new album, reality show, and the like).

Your thoughts?

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SWV are in Kontrol. Literally.

The R&B royals serve up glamour aplenty on the cover of the magazine’s Winter 2014 issue, which they appear on in support of their new WE tv show ‘SWV Reunited’.

Already a ratings smash, the docu-series follows the ladies as they embark on a comeback project after a spell away from the limelight.

As keen watchers of the show, it’s clear these ‘sisters with voices’ still have “it” in abundance. More power to them!

‘SWV Reunited’ airs every Thursday at 10pm on WE tv.

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Well, hello Alexandra Burke!

The vocal powerhouse styles and profiles in stunning new promotional shots for her return

Presently, the star is hard at work on her third studio album – much of which is being recorded in the US. As reported, the ‘All Night Long’ singer signed a management deal with industry juggernaut Kevin Liles, hence has spent much of her time Stateside.

Given the length and breadth of Ms. Burke’s talent, we can’t wait to hear what she’s been cooking up.

In the meanwhile, peep another pic after the jump…

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February 4th is quite literally around the corner, as such so too is the release of Toni Braxton and Babyface‘s new concept album ‘Love, Marriage, & Divorce’.

The hotly anticipated set sees the frequent collaborators join together for a body of work that critics are already hailing as stellar.

Ahead of the project’s roll-out, the LP has made available for preview. So what are you waiting for? Take a listen below…

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‘Crazy in Love’ collaborators Beyonce & Jay Z have seen their long-running reign atop Pop culture celebrated this year, topping Billboard’s 2014 ‘Power 100′ list.

Hailed the ‘King & Queen‘ by the outlet, moves made by the couple in 2013 have secured them the top spot, as both continue to reap rewards made from mega-selling albums, lucrative brand partnerships and the element of surprise both employed to shock, shake and slam their closest rivals!

Full story below…

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‘Kiss Me Once’.

That’s exactly what Kylie Minogue is inviting fans to do on her 12th studio album.

The Pop diva revealed the tongue in cheek title, as well as its accompanying cover moments ago via Metro Online.

Proceeded by lead single ‘Into The Blue’ (which receives its “official” debut on January 27th), the LP marks Minogue’s first under Jay-Z’s management firm Roc Nation.

Given the uber the visual era we’re in, Kylie has scored a home-run with the cover. Here’s hoping the material inside is just as hot.

‘Kiss Me Once’ is slated for a Spring release. 

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The countdown to the 56th Annual Grammy Awards is officially.

This Sunday’s extravaganza is poised to make quite the impact with performances from some of music’s biggest names – a list that is reported to include Beyonce and Madonna.

And while speculation mounts about the divas involvement with the show, the evening’s seating arrangements only pour fuel on the flames.

Access Hollywood have been on-hand at the venue of the spectacle (LA’s Staples Center), and today shared snaps of who is sitting where on music’s biggest calendar night.

As you see above, Mr and Mrs Carter have – naturally – been awarded front row spot. Where will everyone else be placed?

Find out after the jump…

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As his pal Usher continues to craft the masterpiece many hope his next album will be, Rico Love continues to soar towards critical acclaim today, doing so with his very own take on Rick Ross‘ ‘Devil is a Lie.’

A far cry from the Pop radio-ready hits he penned for the likes of Beyonce and Kelly Rowland, his remix of the jam stands as nothing short of fire…even though its Hip Hop cliche-soaked do very little to showcase the genius that earned a 2009 Grammy nomination for the smash hit, ‘Sweet Dreams.’

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His latest material may have caught the approving ear of many a staunch critic, but it’s Justin Bieber‘s off-stage antics that have seen him catch the attention of the law today.

For, just days before his peers celebrate the 56th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, Miami served as the scene of his alleged crimes hours ago, when he was arrested reportedly under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Details below…

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With his lucrative career hanging in the balance, Justin Bieber has little to smile about following his arrest this morning for DUI and drag racing.

However, the 19-year-old does just that is this tragic mug shot – just released by TMZ.

How many ways to spell messy? Sigh.

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