Before you know it awards season will be in full swing.

Probably our favorite time of year here at TGJ HQ, we were ever-excited to learn of the Soul Train Awards committee unveiling the nominations for their 2013 showing.

Featuring top heavy competition from the year’s best and brightest in Hip Hop and R&B, TGJ favorites Kendrick Lamar (6), Justin Timberlake (5), Tamar Braxton (5), Robin Thicke (5), Chris Brown (5), and Miguel (5) are leading the pack of nominees for the ceremony.

Set to be hosted by funnyman Anthony Anderson, the show will air on CENTRIC and BET on Dec. 1.  Until then, familiarize yourself with the rest of the nominees below:

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Fans of “Raise Your Glass” songstress P!nk are doing just that after learning the songstress was named Billboard”s “Woman of the Year”.  Adding her name to a long-list of fellow chart-toppers like Beyonce, Katy Perry, and Taylor Swift, the Grammy-winning mom of one has seen the last year gift her with a host of career milestones.

Aside from landing a Grammy nod for her first #1 album on Billboard 200 (“The Truth About Love”), the year also brought with it her 4th #1 stint on the Hot 100 with “Give Me A Reason”.

Now, to top it off, the songstress is taking a leap into acting with “Thanks For Sharing” – her big screen debut.  But, while chatting with E! News recently to promote it, P!nk shared thoughts on serial twerker Miley Cyrus that left some of the “We Can”t Stop” singer”s fans in an uproar…

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It’s pretty clear that ELLE magazine is quite fond of ‘Firework’ wailer Katy Perry.

Last month saw the popstress cover the U.K. version of the mag while this month sees her afront it’s Canadian sister publication showing off an 60’s-inspired look (featuring some of designers Alexander Wang, Louis Vuitton, and Mariano Vivanco‘s threads in both issues).

Unlike the U.K. version, the Canadian feature story has been greeted with much more noise as the ‘Roar’ songstress has made headlines for comments made about BFF Rihanna‘s drug use.

Were her comments worth all the fuss that ensued afterward?  Read them below and tell us:

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After a few false-starts, this Summer brought with it the release of Ciara‘s self-titled album. Hailed by many as a musical return to form, the project’s most pronounced success came in the form of ‘Body Party’, which danced its way up the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B tallies respectively.

And while a new single has been commissioned (see: ‘Overdose’), it appears the stage blazer already has her sights set on her sixth studio album.

See what we mean below…

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‘All eyes on me when I step into the ring…’

Feast your eyes on the epic entrance made by Pop Queen Britney Spears this morning, touching down in Nevada via helicopter to announce her $15 million dollar a year Vegas residency deal!

Watch her explain the show’s concept below!!

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Christmas will be coming early for fans of Queen of Hip Hop Soul Mary J. Blige.

For, as reported here, the Grammy winning soulstress is set to release her first full length holiday album this fall filled with her unique spin on yuletide classics.  As news of the project has made rounds over the last month, Blige took to Facebook today to unveil its highly anticipated release date.

Featuring the likes of Jessie J, Marc Anthony, legendary vocalist Barbra Streisand, gospel greats The Clark Sisters, and more, listen to a few snippets find out below when you can get your hands on “A Mary Christmas“…

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Faultless.

The above, being the only word we could find to describe Marvin Humes well executed ascent to UK solo stardom outside of music since JLS‘ demise earlier this year.

Now, it’s that very word he’s set to see tied to his brand today- now that’s been announced as the latest star to sign on to star on the forthcoming season of ‘The Voice UK‘!

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Beliebers rejoice!

Yes, it’s finally here!

It, being the official video for the Justin Bieber backed Maejor Ali cut ‘Lolly’, unleashed to the world via School Boy Records!

So, what are you waiting for?

Press play after the jump!

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She may have developed of crafting many a hit for herself, but it seems Rita Ora‘s about earn herself a brand new smash in the unlikeliest of places.

A smash, to be released by former ‘Hollywood’ acts The Jonas Brothers.

An interesting story below…

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She’s the Pop Princess on course to release her most critically acclaimed LP to date- dominating many a chart worldwide with its lead single ‘Roar‘.

We’re talking about ‘Mannequin‘ maestra Katy Perry, who released the latest jam to be pulled from ‘Prism‘ this morning- the Juicy J assisted ‘Dark Horse‘.

So, if you love the number as much as we do, flip open the lid for its lyrics!

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Fresh from confirming her much touted Las Vegas residency, Britney Spears cranked her fans into overdrive seconds ago when she announced the release date for her eighth studio album.

What are you waiting for? The date and details awaits after the jump…

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It’s official. Britney Spears is heading to Las Vegas.

Easily the worst kept secret in entertainment, the singer’s Planet Hollywood residency was confirmed by Spears herself on Good Morning America moments ago.

Details after the jump…

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