Kelly Rowland‘s stint on the X Factor UK has largely been hailed a success. However, after being struck down will a serious illness while Stateside, the Grammy winner found herself targeted by some sects of the press for missing last week’s live show.

In her first sit-down interview since returning to the UK, the ‘Motivation’ singer candidly addresses the “drama”; also talking at some length with That Grape Juice about her new single ‘Down For Whatever’, the new version of her ‘Here I Am’ LP, her next studio album (exclusive details), and a whole lot more.

As ever, we ask the questions you really want answers to. And answer them Kelly does. What are you waiting for? Hit ‘PLAY’!

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Kelly Rowland‘s new single ‘Down for Whatever’ hits iTunes UK on November 21st

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The incomparable Mary J. Blige took centre stage on BBC 1’s Jools Holland Show here in London this week. There, the Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul delivered a powerful showing of ‘Need Someone’ – a cut lifted from her ‘My Life II: The Journey Continues’ LP.

Check out the must-see performance after the jump…

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Diva Mariah Carey looked all flavours of radiant in New York last night, as she shot her first music video since giving birth back in April.

The yummy mummy donned many a festive ensemble for the shoot, which was for her ‘All I Want Is Christmas’ remake with Justin Bieber.

As earlier reported, the track features on the teen sensation’s new Christmas album ‘Mistletoe’.

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After a brief rest on the bench, this week sees the return of That Grape Juice Cover Star. Helping kick things off is Edison, who serves up a rousing rendition of Lady GaGa‘s ‘Judas’.

Check out his showing below:

Atypical in its original form, the song was a strange choice for an acoustic. However, this young talent made it his own, by way of solid, controlled vocal delivery and an interest visual. Good stuff.

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R&B breakout star Miguel was honored by Grey Goose’s ‘Rising Icons’ series last night in New York.

The ‘All I Want Is You’ singer has enjoyed much critical and (increasing) commercial success this year, a trend he’ll no doubt hopes continues when he releases his sophomore effort in 2012.

More pics below…

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Currently in Argentina filming scenes for her reality TV show ‘Q’Viva! The Chosen‘,  Pop staple Jennifer Lopez was the center of  all attention yesterday as she was snapped leaving her hotel yesterday afternoon.

Dressed casually and in the company of what appears to be a team of minders, the mogul recently celebrated the news that ‘Q’Viva’, the talent competition that will also star ex husband Marc Anthony, has been sold internationally to over 20 countries.

More snaps below…

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Whitney Houston is back and ready to ‘Sparkle’!

The legendary songstress is making a return to the big screen in the 00’s remake of the 70’s classic, which she is co-producing.

And though still filming, the ‘Million Dollar Bill’ singer is already on the promotional trail – sitting down recently with Entertainment Tonight.

Check out a preview of the interview, which airs in its entirety this coming Monday (7th November), below…

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Kelly Rowland‘s stint on the X Factor UK has largely been hailed a success. However, after being struck down will a serious illness while Stateside, the Grammy winner found herself targeted by some sects of the press for missing last week’s live show.

In her first sit-down interview since returning to the UK, the ‘Motivation’ singer candidly addresses the “drama”; also talking at some length with That Grape Juice about her new single ‘Down For Whatever’, the new version of her ‘Here I Am’ LP, her next studio album (exclusive details), and a whole lot more.

As ever, we ask the questions you really want answers to. And answer them Kelly does. What are you waiting for? Hit ‘PLAY’!

Your thoughts?

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Kelly Rowland’s new single ‘Down for Whatever’ hits iTunes UK on November 21st

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Little Willow Smith whipped in the industry into a frenzy last year with ‘Whip My Hair’, and looks set to do it all over again when she takes to the stage on the X Factor USA next week.

Set to rock the house on Thursday’s results show, the 11 year old has given fans a window peak into what they can expect from her debut performance of new single ‘Fireball’.

Check out the clip, which weaves between rehearsal and performance footage, after the jump…

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In perhaps the ultimate wig snatch attempt, Madonna next studio album will reportedly be released on the same label as Pop rival Lady GaGa.

Full story below…

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Pop trier Nicole Scherzinger continues to clock up them air miles as trots the globe in support of her ‘Killer Love’ project. The vixen’s latest stop was ITV1’s This Morning here in London today, where she performed ‘Try With Me’ – the lead single from the LP’s forthcoming re-release.

Find out how she fared after the jump…

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After releasing the well received single ‘With Ur Love‘ and the polarizing ‘Swagger Jagger‘, Cher Lloyd has drummed up quite the anticipation for her debut album ‘Sticks & Stones‘.

Now, that anticipation is sure to heighten with the surfacing of the song ‘Grow Up’ featuring none other than Rapper Busta Rhymes.

Get intimate with it below…

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