After yielding year-end tallies based on chart stats and critic picks, our friends over at Billboard have turned the polls over to fans in quest to find out who the people thought was the ‘album of the year’.

To the surprise of many, the appointed – pop superstar Lady Gaga – did not see her name on the music Bible’s chart or critics’ picks – yet she topped every major category of the reader’s poll.

Taking honors in ‘Favorite Album’, ‘Favorite Music Video’, and ‘MVP’ of the year, see what other names were dominated by the diva in the tally and tell us if you agree:

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‘Love The Way You Lie’ duo Eminem and Rihanna made their way to the top of charts again with their most recent collaboration ‘The Monster’.  Lifted from Em’s platinum-selling album ‘The Marshall Mathers LP 2’, the tune roared onto the Billboard Hot 100 over a month ago and has not seen one week outside of the top 10.

The release of the tune’s accompanying video this week will ensure it stays put for quite sometime…or so we think. Before the duo gets too comfortable, there are a set of other collaborations that threaten to unseat it – Pitbull & Ke$ha‘s ‘Timber’ and A Great Big World & Christina Aguilera‘s ‘Say Something’.

Both of the aforementioned numbers have clocked impressive numbers in the past week, which landed them top 5 placement (#2 and #5 respectively).  But, is their rise something for Em & Ri to worry about?

See this week’s top 10 below:

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Congratulations are in order to Alex Kinsey and Sierra Deaton!

The singing lovebirds, hailing from Daytona Beach, Florida, took home the title for ‘The X Factor’ (Season 3) – a prize that is accompanied by a $1 million recording contract.

Beating out fan favorites Jeff Gutt and Carlito Olivero, the couple, under the mentorship of Simon Cowell, lent memorable performances of hits like Destiny’s Child‘s ‘Say My Name’ and many more.

Fans will see their debut offerings hit shelves mid-2014.

Your thoughts?

It’s been two months since the release of ‘A Mary Christmas’ – the first holiday-themed offering of Queen of Hip Hop Soul Mary J. Blige, but the album is still enjoying impressive sales on the heels of the singer’s continued promotional efforts.

Hitting every major spot from HSN to CMA’s ‘A Country Christmas’ and more, Blige has left no stone unturned in her endeavor to turn Christmas classics into Mary J. jams.

Now, the ‘No Happy Holidays’ hitmaker shares her rendition of ‘Have Yourself A Merry Christmas’ with ‘The Queen Latifah Show’ and the ‘Michael Buble Christmas Special’ (which also featured Christmas queen Mariah Carey).

We’ve already shown you Carey’s stunning showing, now tuck in below for Mary’s as well as a bonus vid of her stop at ‘The View’ earlier this week:

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Ever eager to celebrate fresh talent, the last decade has seen Beyonce go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure her creative staff are given the credit they are so deserving of.

Now, after  joining her in celebrating the release of her  new self-titled #1 album, her backing singers ‘The Mamas’ made their to Ebro Darden’s ‘Hot 97’ for a rare sit-down interview which saw them dish on their work with the ‘Apple Pie La Mode’ maestra.

Check ’em out after the jump!

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‘Underground Luxury’ dealer B.O.B leaves a bouquet of kind words on Beyonce‘s doorstep today, doing so via an interview with ‘HOT 97’ staple Angie Martinez.

For, while there to promote the aforementioned album, the lyricist shared his thoughts on the game-changing nature of the icon’s new album, revealing that its brave roll out was telling of just how powerful an act can be once they reach her level of success.

Wise words from the Hip Hop hero below…

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After being accused of lip syncing to pre-recorded vocals during her recent ‘NRJ Music Awards‘ stint, Pop Princess Katy Perry has received an apology from the award show today.

Why the star’s detractors are in for a surprise?

Full story below…

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With ratings that continue to go from strength to strength, ‘The Queen Latifah Show‘ gave audiences even more reason to shower it with praise today when she took to its stage to serve a live performance we’re calling a ‘must see.’

For, joined by DMC or Run-DMC, the ‘Queen of Royal Badness’ delivered a fresh take on ‘Christmas in Hollis‘, driving her in-studio audience wild with delight.

Peep the Hip Hop icon in all her Adidas rocking glory below…

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Stacks’ & Cassavetes‘ ‘The Other Woman’ unleashes its first trailer this afternoon, teasing the world with the flick’s April 25th 2014 release almost a year after shooting wrapped in New York City.

Starring ‘Vanilla Sky’ actress Cameron Diaz, the project marks the big screen debut of ‘Catch Me’ Rapper Nicki Minaj, who portrays Diaz’ assistant- starring alongside supermodel Kate Upton and ‘White Air’s Taylor Kinney.

Press play below!

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With DJ Khaled on production and Def Jam’s know-how on its side, we’d say Rick Ross’ forthcoming album ‘Mastermind’ is on course to achieve wild and wonderful things once it drops next year.

Thing is…while foreseeing its success may have kept his fans buzzing months ago, they’ve grown a little impatient- in need of a brand new cut to push their excitement level back to 10 on the ‘Turn Up’ board.

*Enter ‘The Devil Is a Lie.’

Yes, making a dramatic entrance into Hip Hop’s scene and leaving his competitors dazed, dazzled and confused comes ‘The Devil Is a Lie‘, featuring Rap’s leading man Jay Z.

In the mood for greatness?

Tune in below…

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‘That Beyonce reign just won’t let up.’

Hours before its hotly anticipated physical release, Beyonce‘s self-titled new album has welcomed more good news with open arms this morning, now that it’s second week sales predictions have been published.

What’s she on course to sell next week?

Well, if you happen to be an avid supporter of anyone considered to be one of her rivals, we’d suggest visiting another article published on That Grape Juice.Net and leaving this one well alone.

Why?

Find out- if you’re brave enough- below…

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NBC played host to Michael Buble‘s televised Christmas special last night, joining the crooner in welcoming Mariah Carey to its festive stage!

Their song of choice? ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’, the annual smash hit released by the ‘Vision of Love’ entertainer, brought to life once again last night with results we can only describe as being…spectacular!

Watch below…

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