Leona Lewis may have been out of the limelight for a minute, but that hasn’t stopped her from experimenting with her image.

For after unveiling a bold new look earlier this year, the ‘Bleeding Love’ singer decided to make another change this week – debuting a new shorter do.

A length of hair or lack-thereof aren’t the only headlines the Londoner has been making as of late. ‘Collide’, her new single, has resulted her label being taken to court for plagiarism. Worse still, a video shot has been shot; yet, in light of the on-going legal drama, and slow radio play, prospects aren’t great. Perhaps, back to the drawing board? Based on the comments of TGJ’s readers, it seems the masses agree.

Your thoughts?

Ironically one of Girls Aloud most anticipated members despite only going it solo months ago, Nicola Roberts has welcomed her latest video ‘Lucky Day’ to the world.

In support of her debut album ‘Cinderella’s Eyes‘, the visual follows the release of  her debut solo single ‘Beat Of My Drum‘.

Get familiar with ‘Lucky Day’ below…

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Team Britney will have more than enough reason to smile today. For it seems that despite her ‘interesting’ showing at the 2007 Video Music Awards, MTV still holds Ms. Spears very close to its heart.

It has been confirmed that she is to be honoured for her contributions at this years ceremony.

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After  serving up one th year’s most anticipated albums in ‘Watch The Throne’, Jay-Z and Kanye West today premiered the video for the set’s first single ‘Otis’.

Does it live up to the hype? Judge for yourself after the jump…

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For years, the debate surrounding light skin and dark skin has raged on in many a spectrum – not least Popular music.

While the musical landscape boasts a multi-ethnic presence, some maintain a stance that success in Pop is unevenly orientated towards acts with fairer complexions. Indeed, one look at the charts arguably lends compelling credence to such statements.  For, with every Fantasia, Kelly Rowland, Jennifer Hudson, there exists the more successful Beyonce’s, Rihanna’s, and Alicia Keys’ of the world; artist’s whose success is oft built on the ability to “sell” them.  Which begs the question: is the music industry bias towards light skin acts?

As such, in our quest to continually push the envelope, That Grape Juice took to the streets of Hollywood to hear what the masses had to say on the matter. This, ladies and gentleman, is…’The Word’.

Be sure to let us know what YOU think below…

Rappers Jay-Z and Kanye West‘s latest joint album ‘Watch the Throne’ is, as expected, finding major success on worldwide charts – with the latest reports indicating its reign over 23 charts all over the globe.  With strategic marketing and an unprecedented (of recent times) avoidance of early leaks, the album is on track to be a big seller boasting nearly a half million first week sales.

But, while Jay and the hip-hop community are no strangers to joint albums, MTVNews sought to weigh the impact of this most recent effort with the question:

Will there ever be a pop duet album?

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For years, the debate surrounding light skin and dark skin has raged on in many a spectrum – not least Popular music.

While the musical landscape boasts a multi-ethnic presence, some maintain a stance that success in Pop is unevenly orientated towards acts with fairer complexions. Indeed, one look at the charts arguably lends compelling credence to such statements.  For, with every Fantasia, Kelly Rowland, Jennifer Hudson, there exists the more successful Beyonce’s, Rihanna’s, and Alicia Keys’ of the world; artist’s whose success is oft built on the ability to “sell” them.  Which begs the question: is the music industry bias towards light skin acts?

As such, in our quest to continually push the envelope, That Grape Juice took to the streets of Hollywood to hear what the masses had to say on the matter. This, ladies and gentleman, is…‘The Word’.

Hit ‘PLAY’ and be sure to let us know what YOU think…

‘And I’m Telling You’ singer Jennifer Hudson told off a fan on Twitter today, engaging in a fiery exchange when a follower questioned the singer’s recent weight loss and made comments about fiance David Otunga.  Hudson, who just celebrated the birthday of 2-year-old son David Otunga, Jr. yesterday, may be known for serving up hits and show-stopping performances, but this time she served just a tad more.

See the action after the jump:

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Check out behind the scenes footage of Jennifer Lopez‘ working on her upcoming clothing line in association with Kohls shot exclusively for O Magazine.

Peep below…

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It seems that Michael Jackson tributes are slowly becoming an annual occurence.

For much to the delight of many of his fans, the line up for his upcoming tribute concert to be held in October has finally been announced.

Find out who has so far made the cut  below…

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He may be one of the world’s most iconic songwriters, penning hits such as ‘Umbrella‘ and ‘Single Ladies’, but it seems that The Dream is one performer who is not content with resting on his laurels.

For he has confirmed that he is forming a new band. Of the Hip-Rock persuasion.

More information below…

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Bruno Mars isn’t the only performer who has just been added to the VMA 2011 lineup. For just minutes ago it was confirmed that Pop entity Lady GaGa has joined the long list of performers scheduled to grace the show.

More information below…

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