Check out R&B staple Ne-Yo treating fans at a football game yesterday to a performance of the US National Anthem.

Overlooked by former US Secretary of State Colin Powell, the ‘Irreplaceable‘ writer paid tribute to those who had lost their lives on 9/11 the best way he knew how, delivering a moving vocal for all in attendance.

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It is almost a year since  Pop stunner Rihanna was named as one of the possible talent judges for Fox’s upcoming show ‘X Factor USA‘.

Now, much to the delight of her ever glued on fan base,  the entertainer is now reported to have made an appearance on the televised series, as a judge.

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Check out Pop’s favourite expecting couple Beyonce and Jay Z taking a quiet stroll on the streets of New York City, just weeks after the arrival of their first child was confirmed at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.

Snapped by an onlooker who saw the smiling pair in the Tribeca neighbourhood, the ‘Deja Vu‘ performers enjoyed a late  lunch at the restaurant  Locande Verde on Saturday, days after they were spotted enjoying a short vacation in Croatia.

More images below, courtesy of JustJared.

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R&B maestra Monica brings the 90’s to the 00’s with the video for new single ‘Anything (To Find You)’. The clip, which premiered moments ago, serves as the first offering from the newlywed’s latest studio album ‘New Life’ – which is slated to arrive in stores in November.

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Enter Tiwa Savage.

Boasting a resume as impressive as her looks, the Nigerian newcomer is already somewhat of an international entity.

Born in Lagos, raised in London, and working in LA, the singer-songwriter has made quite the mark in each territory. For upon re-locating to the UK at age 10, she spent several years honing her talent until eventually catching the eye of George Michael and his team- who invited her to sing background for him on tour at age 17. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the trek lead to her taking up similar roles with the likes of Mary J Blige, Kelly Clarkson, and Chaka Khan.

Keen to step out from the shadows, Savage entered the UK incarnation of the X Factor, making it all the way to the Judges Houses segment of the 2006 series.

Since then, she’s signed a lucrative publishing deal with Sony Music (US), a union which saw her pen Fantasia‘s ‘Collard Greens & Cornbread’ (from the critically acclaimed ‘Back to Me’ LP). However, Savage’s biggest break comes in the form of her sizzling new single ‘Kele Kele’.

With Savage now dividing her time between Lagos and the US, the track and its accompanying video (above) fuse the best of both worlds. Indeed, she oozes a sass and confidence not dissimilar from Beyonce (interestingly featuring one of her staple dancer’s Kreyshaun in the clip), while seamlessly weaving in her native tongue.

It’s combination which seems to be paying off. For, not only has Savage taken her homeland by storm, she is drumming up quite the buzz on an global scale – giving an added boast to the long-overdue inclusion of African artists and music in the mainstream arena. A trend which recently saw Kanye West sign Nigerian star D’Banj to his G.O.O.D Music imprint.

For now, though, all eyes are on the stunning Ms. Savage, who you can hear more from below. Be sure to let us know what you think!

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Cameras were all over ‘Love All Over Me’ singer Monica this weekend as she and basketball husband Shannon Brown made rounds in Houston.  The songstress, who hosted an event with television personalities Toya Wright and Terrance J at the famed Club Anya, sported a form-fitting black and blue striped number with matching clutch.

As ever, she turned heads.  See more of Mo’ below (Via MonicaSoul):

In related news, Mrs. Brown will be guesting on tomorrow’s episode of ‘106 & Park’ to premiere the visual for her latest single ‘Anything (To Find You)’.  Fans can peep a behind the scenes video here.

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The excitement for the US version of X Factor is reaching a feverish pitch as the premiere date draws nearer.  With an all-star panel lining the judges’ table, Nicole Scherzinger, L.A. Reid, Paula Abdul, and Simon Cowell are gearing up for a whirlwind season to find America’s best undiscovered talent – and reward him/her $5 million dollars!

Set for a two-night, Wednesday, September 21st premiere on FOX, fans who missed the original airing of the 8 minute sneak peek can now catch it after the jump:

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With headlines for unproven rap pioneering and unscheduled guest appearances behind her, Little engine that probably shouldn’t could Lil’ Mama is pushing ahead on the promo trail for her latest release ‘Scrawberry’.  Sitting down with our friends over at The BoomBox, the ‘Lip Gloss’ rapstress took time away from the America’s Best Dance Crew judging table to  chat about upcoming album plans, moving to Paris , and her latest sure-to-be Billboard miss hit ‘Scrawberry’.

Find out what she had to say about these topics and more after the jump:

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In support of her forthcoming studio release,  ‘The High Road’ songstress Jojo is wowing fans and critics alike on the road and documenting every step of her tour chronicles via her Youtube vlog.  The album ‘Jumping Trains’ (led by ‘Disaster’), which she describes as ‘pop with anger management problems’, is expected on record shelves in early 2012.

Joined on a nationwide trek with fellow pop performers Joe Jonas and Jay Sean, the singer’s most recent recorded pit stop was in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

We’ve already shown you part 1, but now fans can get into part 2 and an interview after the jump:

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‘Work’ singer Kelly Rowland was doing plenty of that on the set of her ‘Runway’ magazine shoot.  Dishing on her upcoming tour with  Chris Brown, the critical acclaim of her third studio release ‘Here I Am’, and other bits and bobs, the songstress shines in both print and photos.

We’ve already shown you the cover (seen above) and the behind the scenes footage, now fans can find the finished product.  Catch Kelly striking a mean diva pose after the jump:

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‘Bossy’ singer Kelis was most recently spotted rocking the Bestival 2011 this week at Robin Hill Country Park in Newport, Isle of Wight.   Held September 8-11, the former Mrs. Jones is said to have treated the crowd to ‘Milkshake’, ‘Get Along With You’, and other fan favorites.

Catch Kelis in action below (via Bestival):

In related news, the ‘Young, Fresh, N’ New’ singer most recently found herself in headlines after reportedly saying:

“Katy Perry is crap. It’s just pure pop. Her name might be on her stuff but that doesn’t mean it’s any good.”

A rep for the singer later clarified the statement is indeed false.

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Better late than never we suppose.  Hip hop hitmaker The Dream may be already readying a follow-up to his first free LP and his fourth studio album ‘Love King IV: Diary of a Mad Black Man’, but he hasn’t completely closed the book on ‘1977’.  Via his Youtube page, the ‘Rocking That Thang’ rapper/singer released a visual to support the mixtape.

Check out Mr. Nash after the jump:

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