Awards season is soon to be in full swing and the 2012 People’s Choice Awards are the latest to unveil their list of nominations.  The ceremony, set to be held at Los Angeles’ Nokia Theater on January 11, 2012, got fans and spectators involved with their preliminary nominations list some time ago.

Now, the official list of nominations (as voted for by you) have been unveiled with Beyonce leading the music pack with 5 nominations.  However, it is chart titan Katy Perry (whose tally includes two non-musical nominations) who is the night’s most mentioned name with a whopping 7 nods!

Get familiar with the full list of nominations below…

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As reported here, ‘Touch My Body’ diva Mariah Carey has taken to ‘The Rosie Show’ to unveil her new post-baby body.  No stranger to the journey, headlines on her weight changes plagued the songstress even before her pregnancy was announced.  Even while so, the 41-year-old mother has amped up her shape-up and documented her weight loss journey in photos since the birth of twins Monroe and Moroccan.  Now, it seems she’s ready to show off!

Fans of the ‘Vision of Love’ singer can view the teaser here.  As ever, keep it locked to That Grape Juice for your first look at Mimi’s appearance on the show.

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Via TMZ:

Rap legend Heavy D — one of the most influential rappers of the ’90s — died earlier today … TMZ has learned.

Heavy D — real name Dwight Arrington Myers — was rushed to an L.A. hospital around noon today … and was pronounced dead at the hospital at 1 PM. He was 44 years old.

We’ve learned a 911 call was placed from Heavy’s Beverly Hills home around 11:25 AM to report an unconscious male on the walkway .

When help arrived, we’re told Heavy D was conscious and speaking — and was transported to a nearby hospital.

He died a short time later.

Cops are investigating the death — and so far, there are no obvious signs of foul play.

Heavy D had several massive hits — including “Now That We Found Love.” He also wrote and performed the theme song for “In Living Color” … and appeared as an actor in the movie “Life.”

Sad. We just saw him live in action at the Michael Jackson tribute here in the UK.

Our sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to his family

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Fans of the Material Girl were given snippets of her latest material ‘Give Me All Your Love’ earlier today.  Now, the full version of Madonna‘s new joint, set for inclusion on her forthcoming February 2012 album, has made its way online (sans Nicki Minaj and M.I.A.).

What are you waiting for?  Your first listen awaits after the jump:

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The new Madonna era has officially begun.

Yes, minutes ago an alleged preview of the ‘Material Girl ‘s latest single ‘Give Me All Your Love‘ surfaced online.

Without further delay, get into it below…

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The world at large held its breath last night as the guilty verdict in the Involuntary Manslaughter trial of Dr Conrad Murray was handed down.

And, while the trial drew mass attention due to the superstar status of Murray’s victim, Michael Jackson, the verdict was of special significance for the singer’s sister Janet – who patiently awaited news in Australia.

Find out what the Pop royal had to say about the judgement after the jump…

The last few years have seen Pop’s arena welcome a troupe of fresh faced Gladiators all competing in tandem to win the affections of the  record-buying public.

There is Rihanna, whose weapon of choice changes with the sway of public opinion. Ever ready to vaguely adapt to what she believes will help her win the fight.

Then there is Katy Perry and Ke$ha, with swords forged deep in the pits of Dr. Luke‘s imaginirium. Satisfied with receiving whatever spoils of war a certain Britney Spears is too pre-occupied to claim for herself.

From the realm of Rap comes Nicki Minaj, with a battle axe stolen from Lil Kim‘s weapons cabinet.  Slicing through Hip Hop’s archaic code and conventions to carve her name in the sand as Rap’s first Pop Empress, ready for battle at any given moment.

Then of course is the reigning champion Lady GaGa, equipped with a glitter stained double edged sword. Controversy on one edge and undeniable talent on the other.

And while these assassins battle each other, hoping to out-perform one another in the pits of Pop’s amphitheatre, an unlikely contender watches from the crowd.

A lone voice amidst the noise that is Contemporary Pop.

She is Adele. Pop’s unlikely Warrior Queen.

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Mariah Carey has been working tirelessly on shedding her pregnancy weight since giving birth to twins earlier this year.

And with husband Nick Cannon recently declaring that the songbird will be back to her body-best, it appears the time is now. For, the 41 year old is set to unveil her new slim-line figure on The Rosie Show on Oprah’s OWN channel later tonight.

Check out a preview of ol’ MiMi’s big reveal below…

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Get into these shots of Jessie J sporting a different look than usual  to Harper’s Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards last night.

Switching her trademark bangs for an entirely new hair do and opting for a jump suit as opposed to the cat suits many of her fans are used to seeing her in,  her appearance at the event follows her show stopping performance at the 2011 MTV EMA’s two nights ago.

More snaps below…

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After a tumultuous 2011, seasonal performer Cheryl Cole is attempting to stage a press comeback ahead of the inevitable release of new material. Indeed, without the X Factor machine, many wonder how the 28 year old will fare with the new album she’s been conjuring up with will.i.am and Alex Da Kidd in the States.

To aid her cause, the ousted X Factor USA judge strikes many fierce pose in the December issue of InStyle magazine.

Her singing may leave everything to be desired, but she sure knows how to work that camera. Stunning.

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‘The Voice’ Whitney Houston took to Entertainment Tonight moments ago to share the latest news on her forthcoming movie production ‘Sparkle’ – a remake of the famed 1976 musical.  Boasting an all star cast (Cee-Lo Green, Jordin Sparks) and R. Kelly manning the soundtrack production, the film looks to be a knockout!

Her first televised interview in quite some time, the ‘I Look To You’ belter looked stunning (to say the least) in tonight’s Entertainment Tonight exclusive.

Your view awaits after the jump:

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While two of music’s most celebrated performers have been ordered to ‘vocal rest’, another ‘Loud’ (not-so praised) vocal less vocalist is gearing up for another round of aural assault (despite her own recent health related bouts).

As news and anticipation grows for its release,   ‘Only Girl In the World’ wailer Rihanna has caused quite the commotion with her announcement that the only feature to guest her forthcoming ‘Talk That Talk’ (Nov. 21st) will be mentor/label-head Jay Z.  The ‘Umbrella’ co-stars last effort made quite the splash on Billboard, landing at number 1 – the same spot her current single ‘We Found Love’ can be found.

With the album’s release only two weeks away, the ‘Unfaithful’ singer is undoubtedly preparing for a media onslaught which will see her first televised performances of ‘Love’ as well as her contribution to Coldplay‘s ‘Princess of China’.  The latter recently cementing the young singer’s singles record after it notched her 21st top 20 entry.

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