The X Factor 2012 aired its fourth Live Show this evening. This portion of the talent search sees the contestants’ ability showcased before a live audience – with an act being sent home each week.

Judging the hopefuls are new additions Gary Barlow, Tulisa Contostavlos, original panelist Louis Walsh, and newcomer Nicole Scherzinger.

November 19th marks the release of Nicki Minaj’s ‘The Re-Up‘, the reworked version of her #1 LP ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’.

So, just in case you needed an incentive to purchase the release, today saw the release of one of its numbers ‘Freedom’, now available to purchase online!

How did Nicki fare this time around you ask?

Find out via iTunes below….

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And the promo train revs up for a certain 14-time Grammy winning diva…

Fans of ‘Girl On Fire’ wailer Alicia Keys should expect to see much of her in the coming days as she hits up outlets in support of her 5th LP.  The November 27th-due set has already had people chatting over its lead single/video, but now Keys is keen to ensure that buzz remains afloat.

While news broke earlier this week of the singer’s cover of Billboard magazine (seen above), Mrs. Beatz was spotted on last night’s Kimmel performing her new single for quite the receptive crowd.

See Keys’ hot performance and accompanying interview below:

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Much like former pop rival Christina Aguilera, ‘Poker Face’ performer Lady Gaga has been dealt a series of criticisms from media and music fans alike for her recent weight gain.

Indeed, despite continued success on her wildly popular ‘Born This Way Ball’ tour, the ‘ArtPop’ creator has seen a growing number of headlines mentioning her own figure far more than her box office figures.

To combat the slamming headlines, Gaga took to UK’s ‘Stylist’ magazine to share how fan support and the attitude of chart topping diva Adele has helped her deal with the criticisms.  Read her interesting comments below:

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It’s finally here!

After receiving rave reviews from critics (including yours truly) who were fortunate enough to hear her new LP ‘Lotus’ this week, Christina Aguilera releases the stunning number ‘Blank Page‘.

Prepare to moved below…

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Earlier this week, Nicki Minaj joined Brit radio personality Tim Westwood in London for their latest interview this year.

However, in a unique twist, the interview saw members of the Rapper’s UK fan base and not Westwood direct the line of questioning- making for hilarious viewing.

So, before the release of her new release ‘The Re-Up’ on November 19th and the launch of E! Reality series ‘My Truth‘ tomorrow night, get into the interview today.

Minaj madness below…

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Tyrese calls on ‘America’s Next Top Model’ graduate Eve Marcille for his latest video, ‘Best Of Me’– pulled from his latest studio effort ‘Open Invitation’.

Featuring the pair in a number of romantic settings, the loved up piece comes courtesy of director Matt Alonzo, and is a key reminder as to why Tyrese is a cut above the rest of today’s R&B divos.

Class and romanticism below…

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 Via ‘She Is Diva’:

Rita Ora‘s about to get her model on!

After lending her skills to Calvin Klein and the folks over at Hollister, the ‘RIP‘ chart topper has been announced as the new face of longstanding footwear brand, Superga.

Signing onto represent their Spring 2013 collection, Ora will shoot the campaign next month taking over from Brit TV personality, Alexa Chung.

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Already winning fans over with her soaring rendition of ‘Beautiful’ on tonight’s Hurricane Sandy telethon, Christina Aguilera lends another long sought live performance – of new single ‘Your Body’.

The first lifted from her November 13th due album ‘Lotus’ , Aguilera unveiled the song’s first live performance with a twist, joining Jimmy Fallon on his hit late nite show with resident band The Roots.

Using office equipment as instruments, see Xtina use her instrument and take center stage in this interesting vocal display…

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As previously reported, Queen of Hip Hop Soul Mary J. Blige was one of music’s many heavy hitters that lent their talents to a telethon supporting New Englanders devastated by Hurricane Sandy.

Joining a roster that included Christina Aguilera, Jon Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Aerosmith, Bruce Springsteen, and more, Mary offered ‘Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together’ a helping hand by performing a track from ‘The Help’ soundtrack – her award-nominated single ‘The Living Proof’.

As ever, Mary moved the audience with her soul stirring vocals. Need proof? It awaits below:

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Two of the last decade’s most prized R&B vocalists are set to take center stage at this year’s Soul Train Awards showing.

Indeed, ‘Save Room’ crooner John Legend and ‘Bittersweet’ beauty Fantasia are just a couple of the names lining the bill at the Las Vegas-hosted event on November 8th…

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Nicki Minaj has certainly been making quite the splash on this side of the pond.

Already seeing her name atop many bills on her U.K. arena tour, now ‘The Boys’ beauty drops by “Chatty Man’s” to dish on her wig collection, new single, arena tour, and even shouts out dapper divas JLS in this hilarious interview!

See all the fun with Alan Carr below:

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