‘Rihanna Rihanna, where are thou Rihanna‘

Certainly not in the top ten of the Billboard 200, that’s for sure.

Indeed, much like warm butter atop a greased pole, Rihanna‘s latest album ‘Talk That Talk‘ has continued its descent on the US Album chart less than a month after its release.

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Beyonce‘s a fan. Kelly Rowland‘s a fan. And, after watching The Splash with Luke James, you will be too.

The newest edition to Def Jam‘s roster, James has been drumming up an ever-growing buzz. Unsurprising, in that his combination of dashing looks and undeniable talent present quite the compelling package.

Indeed, in an age where the importance of ‘talent’ is undervalued, James brings it back to the forefront – with pin-up appeal.

In this exclusive session, the New Orleans native showcases material from his forthcoming debut ‘Made To Love’ (due 2012), as well as a Kelly Rowland favourite.

You can keep up with Luke on TWITTER, FACEBOOK and his OFFICIAL SITE.

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Peep this snap of Epic Executive LA Reid posing it up with X Factor USA finalist Chris Rene, hours before the latter finds out whether or not  he has been crowned the first winner of the hit series.

Up against Island belter Melanie Amaro and ‘Columbian’  rocker Josh Krajcik, find out just Rene fairs when the X Factor USA finale hits US screens via FOX on Thursday night.

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When ‘Never Say Never‘ belter Brandy was confirmed as the latest edition to BET’s ‘The Game‘, the anticipation surrounding her upcoming album reached all new heights.

So today, in support of her role on the show, the songbird tweeted a snap of herself on location showcasing her cosmetology skills by way of her hairstylist Nikki Wright.

Be sure to keep it locked on That Grape Juice for the upcoming series of ‘The Game‘ set to air in 2012.

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Despite the buzz that is building around her possible appearance on this week’s X Factor USA, Pop diva Mariah Carey seemed anything but nervous as she took a quiet stroll on the streets of Aspen, Colorado last night.

In town for her annual festive trip to the state, the mother of two was snapped outside her own mother’s jewelry store dressed in a stylish ensemble just days after she revealed that American Idol judge Randy Jackson was her new manager.

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Last night, party goers at California’s ‘Sur Lounge‘ were in for a treat when Pop belle stopped by to help celebrate the festive season.

Dressed casually and reportedly in the company of a group of close friends, her sighting at the club comes months before her upcoming album is set for release and hours after ex husband ‘The Dream‘ shocked by fans by revealing that he would not  be producing the sixth album of long time collaborator Ciara.

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Get into this snap of ‘A Star Is Born‘ actress Beyonce on the hunt for baby clothes, weeks before she is expected to deliver her first child with husband Jay Z.

Reportedly in the baby girl’s aisle of a Vancouver children’s store, the performer’s appearance comes two weeks after she spoke with acclaimed journalist Katie Couric to dish on the pregnancy and what she has in store for fans once she is ready to return to work.

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To say the very least, the world of music would be a different place without the maestro that is Timbaland.

Despite being responsible for shaping the sounds of many a global sensation and with a career spanning over two decades, very little is known about the producer’s difficult personal life, which includes a battle with weight and the loss of close friend Aaliyah.

Now hear him tell his mind blowing story courtesy of E! below…

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All year long, Adele has been making it rain on any and every chart foe. As such, her recent hiatus to have to throat surgery understandably went unnoticed by many. After all, she hasn’t left her spot at the top.

In any case, the Londoner has bounced back well, tweeting fans the pic above with the following message:

“Back on the grind. Hair and make up did. Merry Christmas! Axx”

Got to love her.

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While this year’s Superbowl saw Christina Aguilera serve as the pit of many a joke, next year’s  will see the 30 year old laughing all the way to the bank.

The one-time ‘Dirty’ girl, and her fellow coaches on ‘The Voice’, are set to make the grandest of returns – when season 2 of the talent search airs immediately following the ratings monster that is the ‘Bowl on February 5th.

An unprecedented move for such a show, the securing of the high-profile slot forms part of NBC’s all-out approach in making the run-away hit even bigger this go round.

To further aid their cause, a series of chair-swivelling “battle” ads will air during the Super Bowl itself. Peep a new promo of the cast from the set above.

Elsewhere, anticipation for Aguilera’s new single continues to grow. Especially after the rumoured lyrics below began to do the rounds:

“All I want to do is f*ck yo body”

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If you’ve ever envied the kaleidoscope of clothing adorned by rapstress Nicki Minaj, your chance to rock those threads maybe approaching.  The hip hop eccentric, featured in the January 2012 issue of UK’s Glamour Magazine, is said to be readying a fashion line.  With her fashion credits already boasting her own nail polish line and frontwoman of MAC’s Viva Glam campaign with ‘Livin La Vida Loca‘s’ Ricky Martin, its no surprise she’s said to be readying an extension of the aforementioned – set to include clothing and fragrance options.

The news comes hours after Minaj unveiled ‘Stupid Hoe’ – a cut said to be included on her soon-to-be released sophomore set ‘Pink Friday:  Roman Reloaded’.  Until her collection can line your closet, check out her latest fashion forays via Glamour UK:

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It’s here!

Hours ago,Nicki Minaj‘s  latest single ‘Stupid Hoe‘ found its way on iTunes, two months before the release of her second album ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded‘.

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