‘The X-Factor’ 2011 live shows kicked off just hours ago.

{For those unfamiliar with The X Factor, the show is the UK’s version of American Idol – with a twist in that groups and over 28’s are eligible to enter. Now in it’s seventh season, the show is responsible for birthing the careers of Leona Lewis, Alexandra Burke, and JLS. It’s US version launched just weeks ago on FOX}.

Watch this week’s performances below…

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Peep these images of the ‘Michael Jackson Forever‘ tribute acts rehearsing for tonight’s fun and festivities earlier on today.

From Beyonce to LaToya Jackson, the performers delivered their renditions to  carefully selected members of the press  before the show’s audience arrives to witness the concert that has caused so much controversy in recent weeks.

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Now one of television’s most recognizable royals, many could be forgiven for forgetting exactly how and why Paula Abdul initially rose to fame.

Spotted by members of The Jackson band whilst performing as a cheerleader at a Los Angeles Lakers game, she was signed onto choreograph the video for the single ‘Torture‘ .

Later on, she went onto create a number of  choreographed sequences for both stage and screen, working on the movies ‘Coming To America’ and ‘Karate Kid III’.

Enjoying Billboard #1s with her own singles ‘Rush Rush‘ , ‘Opposites Attracts‘ and ‘Forever Your Girl‘, there are some who would say that Abdul’s impact on Pop culture is both underrated and heavily overlooked.

Now peep this Throwback Footage of her teaching Janet Jackson the moves to ‘When I Think Of You‘ below…

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Responsible for producing some of Pop’s more celebrated numbers from Beyonce‘s ‘Single Ladies‘ to Mariah Carey‘s ‘Touch My Body‘, Tricky Stewart is no stranger to scoring smash hits with the entertainers he collaborates  with.

Now, he has revealed that he has returned to the studio with ‘Ur So Gay’ belle Katy Perry to ‘freshen up’ material he created for her that did not make the final cut for her  ‘Teenage Dream’ album.

Watch him dish on the new project below…

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Sure to tickle the fancy of their respective fan bases, it has been confirmed today that Soul Queen Mary J. Blige has enlisted the help of Pop belter Beyonce for her upcoming album, ‘My Life II’.

More information below…

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Since her arrival on the scene now three years ago, Lady GaGa has remained outspoken on her stance on bullying of all kinds, even meeting with US President Barack Obama weeks ago to discuss the possibility of making it a criminal offence.

Now watch the entertainer lend her invaluable support for the non profit organization ‘We Stop Hate‘, below…

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Often cited alongside Missy Elliott as being one of Rap’s more ‘welcoming’ residents, recent months  has seen Da Brat slowly make her way back to the spotlight since her release for an alleged assault of a club hostess.

Now find out why she says she feels fellow Femcee Nicki Minaj is a blessing and why unlike Lil Kim– she supports anyone who ‘is doing their thing’.

Peep the footage below…

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Recent years have seen Urban Pop maestro Chris Brown share the stage with many of music’s leading ladies.

From his sizzling performance with Ciara at the 2008 BET Awards to joining ex girlfriend Rihanna on tour to deliver a rendition of their ‘Umbrella/Cinderella‘ combo around the same.

Now peep the ‘Take You Down’ crooner enjoy the company of touring buddy Kelly Rowland during the Atlanta showing of his ‘F.A.M.E Tour‘.

Watch the pair heat things up below…

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Fans all over praised ‘Love All Over Me’ songstress Monica’s official lead single ‘Until It’s Gone’ upon its mid-September unveiling.  To capitalize on the warm reception, the Grammy winner has already wrapped shooting on the accompanying visual for the single – which officially gained radio adds Tuesday.

And, while the Diane Martel-directed clip is expected to make its way to screens in the coming weeks, Essence.com caught up with the ‘Everything To Me’ belter to dish on everything from the song, its video concept, beauty tips and more.

See more of Mo’ after the jump:

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Though plagued with a number of growing unfavorable headlines, anticipation for tomorrow’s Michael Jackson Forever tribute is still mounting.  And while fans ready themselves for the Jamie Foxx-hosted extravaganza featuring performances from the likes of Christina Aguilera, Ne-Yo, Jennifer Hudson, Beyonce, and more, news has surfaced two formerly expected A-list guests won’t be in attendance – Chris Brown and Black Eyed Peas.

Much like Michael’s pop superstar sibling Janet Jackson, their absences are not being received well by fans and critics of the show.  Unlike Miss Jackson, their reasons – in Chris Brown‘s case, especially – weren’t exactly voluntary…

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One of the highest grossing tours to kick off within the last ten years, Lady GaGa‘s ‘Monster Ball Tour’ is undeniably one of the most celebrated concert showings to be delivered by a Pop debutante.

Now fans of the ‘I Like It Rough‘ singer can enjoy the tour from the comfort of their homes, for it is to become available on DVD in coming weeks.

Find out when below…

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Hours ago, shots from Kelly Rowland‘s latest collaboration with Cosmopolitan Magazine surfaced here.

Now peep the behind the scenes footage of the well received shoot, which sees the entertainer sport a variety of looks in support of the UK release of her latest album and her  judging role on the X Factor UK.

Enjoy the clip below…

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