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The promotional promenade continues for multi-octave diva Jennifer Hudson in support of her first foray into authorship ‘I Got This: How I Changed My Ways and Lost What Weighed Me Down’.  Already seeing her book tour taking her down to Atlanta, over to Los Angeles, up to New York, and most recently her hometown of Chicago, the tour follows the countless television and magazine appearances Ms. Hudson has made promoting the memoir.

Most recently dropping by ‘The Rachel Ray Show’ (airing earlier today), hear JHUD chat about her humble beginnings and offer encouraging words to weight loss hopefuls in this hilarious interview:

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‘1, 2 Step’ singer Ciara was spotted stepping out of a nail salon yesterday in L.A.  Reportedly preparing material for her next LP, via new recording home Epic Records, the Atlantan’s 2012 is already gearing up to be a busy one.

Many be most anxious for the follow-up to 2010’s serially mishandled ‘Basic Instinct’, but they will first get to see her make her big screen debut in the Adam Sandler-led comedy ‘Donny’s Boy’ (June 15).  News of Cici’s involvement with the film was first broken last summer amidst rumors of her (now confirmed) record label change.

Fans may remember her first cinematic venture, ‘Mama I Want To Sing’ (Patti Labelle, Lynn Whitfield).  Despite combatting leaks and some mishandling of its own, followers of the ‘Ride’ diva will be pleased to know it will arrive on DVD shelves Valentine’s Day 2012.

Until then, peep more pics of the Crunk N’ B princess below (source):

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British bred beauty Marsha Ambrosius had quite a 2011 with the release of her debut solo piece ‘Late Nights & Early Mornings’.  Hard at work to its follow up, the ‘Far Away’ songstress has found herself hitting the studio on stops of her critically acclaimed, Grey Goose-sponsored ‘Rising Icons’ tour with fellow R&B star Miguel.

While we’ve already given you a peek at Miguel’s journey, now VEVO is inviting fans to get a peek at the former Floetry frontwoman’s extensive road trip.  Demonstrating why she truly may is a rising icon, check out this emotional showing (which includes an interview and performance) after the jump:

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When you are two of the most respected vocal divas of your generation, it is difficult to evade comparison.  Such has been the case with most artists who, despite varying levels of similarities, find themselves in the same age or genre bracket with stars like Beyonce, Lady Gaga, and Rihanna.

Such comparison has garnered its fair of protest from pop’s other elite vocalists and you can now add ‘Long Distance’ diva Brandy to that long list.  History may have seen Miss Norwood make waves almost a decade before many of her comparatives, but she still finds her name listed versus some of the noughties reigning diva set.  Speaking with our friends over at TrueExclusives.com, B-Rocka runs down the notion of ‘stan wars’ and rivalries between herself and Monica, among others mentioned.

Hear her thoughts after the jump:

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As a staple on the Forbes highest earning list, it goes without saying that ‘idle’ isn’t a word Beyonce is familiar with.

Hence, it’s little surprise that as she cradles her newborn, the promotional campaign for her new fragrance is set to be cranked into overdrive.

Christened ‘Pulse: Summer Edition’, the latest in the singer’s ever-growing range of scents arrives in stores in a matter of months. A sure-fire means, no doubt, of ensuring she remains “present” while M.I.A.

Yet, another testament to the well-oiled machine which powers her movement. More power to her.

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And the nominations are in!

Sure to strike up many a heated debate, the 2012 NAACP Image Awards nominations were released today, weeks before the show itself airs February 17th on NBC.

Find out who did and didn’t make the cut below…

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There’s dedication, and there’s dedication. Case point, That Grape Juice reader and devoted Beyonce fan Colyn, who exhibits his love for the superstar in the most visual of ways.

Peep his letter and ink work below…

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On August 10th, Whitney Houston‘s latest movie ‘Sparkle’ will finally hit US theaters, marking her first time on the big screen since 1996’s ‘The Preacher Wife’.

Starring Jordin Sparks, Mike Epps and Cee Lo Green, the long awaited movie received a  promotional boost this week when snaps from its set emerged in People Magazine.

In one of their exclusive shots, Houston and Sparks can be seen in the middle of an indoor scene and in another, the Pop veteran can be seen dressed to the nines as her character ‘Emma‘.

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Since her appearance on SNL , Lana Del Rey has become quite the hot topic.

So, as to make the most of the unexpected ‘buzz’ coming her way, she released two never before heard cuts from the LP, ahead of its January 30th release.

Without further delay, get into two snippets below…

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“It doesn’t matter if you love him or capital H-I-M”

Beyond the lyrics of her global smash ‘Born This Way’, Lady GaGa has campaigned tirelessly for the rights of gay and lesbians the world over. A practice which hasn’t gone unnoticed by GLAAD – who today nominated the superstar in the 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards.

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Get familiar with ‘Proud’, the latest charity single by JLS.

In aid of Sport Relief 2012, the cut hits outlets on March 16th and is followed by  one-off matinee concert put on the group on March 24th, which is set to feature a number of special guests.

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Love her or loathe her, Lady GaGa stands of one of Pop’s biggest forces. A statement the Grammy committee clearly agree with; for they have tapped the star to ensure next month’s show kicks off and climaxes with a bang.

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