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Faithful followers of Mary J. Blige filled The Fillmore Silver Spring last night for its grand (re)opening.  And though some fans felt slighted by the ‘No More Drama’ diva’s short set (lasting less than 75 minutes), being treated to nearly two decades worth of hits certainly helped ease the disappointment.

As fans know, while the journey on the promo trail for the singer’s forthcoming LP ‘My Life II: The Journey Continues’ is revving up, Blige always beams when performing old favorites.  See which crowd pleaser she opened with after the jump:

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Peep Pop veteran Britney Spears at the launch party of her ‘Femme Fatale‘ tour in the United Kingdom recently.

Fresh faced and seemingly more ‘present’ than usual, the songstress is in the country to both promote the European leg of the tour as well as boost sales of its supporting  album, which was greeted by so so sales worldwide upon its release.

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Cop a gander at ‘Te Amo‘ performer Rihanna touching down in Sao Paolo just minutes ago.

Mobbed by the Brazilian paparazzi sporting an interesting choice of neck wear, the entertainer is in the city to perform for fans as part of her ongoing ‘Loud‘ Tour, which is in support of her latest album of the same.

Check out more snaps of the Island Def Jam pawn below, courtesy of RF.com…

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Monica fans are being doubly treated this week.  While Monday saw the diva visit 106&Park to premiere the visual for her Rick Ross-assisted single ‘Anything (To Find You)’, now Mrs. Brown has unveiled ‘Until It’s Gone’.  Released moments ago via her official website, the piano driven ballad sees the singer sampling the late soul songstress Phyllis Hyman‘s ‘I Don’t Wanna Lose You’.

Is Mo headed for a hit?  You decide after the jump:

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Despite it being some time before her new album hits stores, Pop beauty Cassie has already embarked on a mini promotional campaign to generate some buzz for the project which is to be released by Bad Boy Recordings.

Paying a visit to the ever welcoming 106 & Park, Ms. ‘Long Way To Go’ addressed a number of issues, from what can fans expect from the LP and more interestingly, the reason she has been working with vocal coaches.

Watch the interview below…

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After enjoying success in the UK with her debut single ‘Swagger Jagger’, X Factor alum Cher Lloyd has confirmed the name of the next single she hopes will help take her album to the top of charts.

Find out what it is below…

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Peep former nemesis’ Jay Z and Nas standing side by side just nights ago at the latter’s 38th Birthday party.

Both dressed  to impress, the pair were snapped dining and drinking, sharing the company of some of Nas’ closest family and friends, which included Supermodel Tyson Beckford and ‘Sexy Love‘ performer Ne-Yo.

More images below…

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It’s probably a safe bet to say, fans of Frank Ocean are on cloud 9 right now. After weeks of teasing, the singer/songwriter has finally released the visual for the follow up to his first single ‘Novacane’. The Nabil Elderkin directed ‘Swim Good’ video comes only a few hours after the reveal of his ‘Thinking About You’ clip. Today’s a good day.

Check it out below…

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As earlier reported, R&B diva Kelly Rowland recently scored a lucrative endorsement deal to serve as the face of Sean John’s new ‘Empress’ fragrance.

Having already begun plugging the scent in interviews, the 30 year old joined Sean John CEO Diddy last night to officially launch it at Macy‘s in Lakewood, California.

Donning a fierce pair of heels and a little black dress, Ms. Kelly looked every bit the superstar she’s blossoming into.

Peep more pics below, including snaps of the singer meeting fans and signing copies of her ‘Here I Am’ LP.

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In perhaps their boldest move yet, the Sugababes‘ latest line-up have poked fun at the brand’s band’s ever-revolving array of faces.

The trio, currently consisting of Jade Ewen, Amelle Berrabah, and Heidi Range, take on the role of dolls on an assembly line in their feature for Fabulous magazine.

Given the public’s response to them as of late, it looks like the creative was right on the money with this one. For, as the strap-line reads, (many are asking) “just who are the Sugababes?”

Needless to say, they have their work cut out for them getting over the ghosts of members past. Are you willing to give the ‘Babes another chance?

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It’s been more than 3 years since Ashanti released new music – and much longer since she topped a chart. Yet one could be forgiven for thinking it’s 2002 all over again – after a glance at her latest promotional pic.

For, the R&B stunner looks a million bucks in a diamond encrusted ensemble, no doubt the centre-piece of the Robert Ector shot.

Now independent (and signed to her own label, Written Entertainment), Ms. Douglas would be well-advised to continue to keep serving up ‘premium’ on an image and music tip, as even major label acts are finding the ‘grind’ harder than ever in the current musical climate. And we’re not sure her latest effort, soundtrack cut ‘Never Too Far Away’, is a step in the right direction.

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Sean Paul. Four years ago that name would have been synomous with an ‘international chart-topper’. Fast forward to today and the climate is altogether quite different – after years in the musical wilderness.

Hoping to turn the tide, Paul has teamed up with newcomer Alexis Jordan on comeback effort ‘Got 2 Luv U’. Already a hit in France, the clip for the cut was released moments ago.

Check it out below…

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