Smoke’n’mirrors may be employed to disguise the shortcomings of her rivals, but Beyonce has-and will always- shine with or without them.

Find out why the star has cause to celebrate today, below…

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With hair-whipping, dropping, and choreo in tow, Tamar Braxton was in full effect this week in Baltimore when she stepped out to deliver her first live performances since delivering son Logan V. Herbert.

Taking the Radio One Blitz crowd to task with electric performances of ‘Love & War’ and ‘The One’ – the first two singles from her forthcoming album ‘Love & War’ (September 3) – tuck in below to see Tamar show ’em how it’s done.

SHE makes it look so easy…

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Despite spawning many a musical mishap, little can take away from JLS‘ impact on the UK’s Pop scene during their short but sweet time at the top.

Now, after losing the bulk of their audience to rival group One Direction, the now inactive JLS saw their lead singer Aston Merrygold take to Balearic Island, with long time pal / Olympic gymnast Louis Smith.

Lighting up while catching a tan at the ‘Ocean Beach Club‘, the vocalist was snapped in the company of friends and fans one year after Smith picked up a silver medal at last year’s Olympics, and months after JLS announced their demise here.

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Initially due to premiere next Monday, Katy Perry‘s hotly anticipated comeback single ‘Roar’ surfaced online moments ago.

Produced by Dr Luke, the it’s clear Pop domination was the motiv when cooking up this one.

So what are you waiting for? Take a listen to the lead release from Perry’s third studio album, ‘Prism’, below…

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While 2013 has seen the return of a number of known names, it’s also introduced an array notable new ones.  For many, 20-year-old Ariana Grande leads the pack.

Boasting a four-octave range, the petite powerhouse continues to wow with her stellar vocals and infectious singles.

Proving that her buzz is entirely warranted, the former Nickelodeon actress showcased acoustic versions of her debut efforts ‘Baby I’ and ‘The Way’ for industry executives.

Watch Ms. Grande soar after the jump…

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This week’s That Grape Juice Cover Star comes from North Carolinian cutie Rae. Watch as the Youtube sensation shows us the way to really rock a cover. Click ‘PLAY’ below to see her take on Ariana Grande‘s hit ‘The Way’:

Admittedly, while there were a few bumps along the ride, Rae definitely shined where it mattered most.  Showing off a clear and sharp tone coupled with her strong execution of the song’s “highlights”, the North Carolinian easily made this vid a definite ‘must replay’.

Never succumbing to the temptation to overdo it (a failure many-her-Youtube contemporary can attest to), Rae was able to deliver the fun/lighter sides of the song while demonstrating her vocal chops in places that called for it.  With work on timing and consistency, the Youtube songstress will soon be one to watch!

For that we say bravo!

For more on Rae, visit her Youtube Page.

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Peep these pics ‘Just a Fool’ performer Christina Aguilera taken yesterday, a picture of health and busy as she enjoyed a Beverly Hills shopping trip!

Snapped leaving Barneys New York, the entertained waved to fans as she made her way home with a friend, months after the aforementioned ‘Fool’ made its merry to Gold with 407,000 units sold by March 2013.

Alas, with the ‘Lotus’ era now over, here’s hoping 2013 sees Christina announce the birth of its follow up, and give it the backing it’ll no doubt deserve.

More snaps below!

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Seven years after it was developed by ‘Stardoll’ technology officer Daniel Ek, music streaming service Spotify have partnered with the mobile phone network Vodafone to bring their technology to the network’s forthcoming 4G service!

Details below!

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Well that didn’t take long.

It’s been all of five minutes since Glee’s Naya Rivera and rapper Big Sean stepped out as a couple, and the pair already have a new single together. Christened ‘Sorry’, the track was premiered on LA’s Power 106 moments ago.

Typically, we’d be all sorts of cynical, however we have it on reliable word that their relationship is very much real.

As the age-old adage goes, mixing business and pleasure rarely ends well. Can Rivera and Sean re-write the rules on this, her first single? The answer awaits after the jump…

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Philanthropic Pop Prince Chris Brown suffered a health scare in the early hours of this morning, reportedly suffering a seizure during a recording session in Hollywood.

Breaking news below…

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Hip Hop found itself well represented on the charts this week, thanks to the ‘Dope’ genius that is Young Money‘s Tyga, and the video for his brand new single, ‘Show You‘.

Find out why the star has cause to celebrate below…

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The X Factor UK is back for its tenth outing.

Set to kick off later this month on ITV, the show will once again embark on the search for the UK’s next big star.

Having launched the careers of Leona Lewis, Alexandra Burke, One Direction, and JLS to name but a few, the Simon Cowell created show has its work cut out for itself in what is a milestone year.

Featuring judges Nicole Scherzinger, Gary Barlow, Sharon Osbourne, and Louis Walsh, the first teaser for this series of the ratings winner below…

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