Jennifer Lopez and her fellow ‘American Idol’ judges, Randy Jackson and Steven Tyler, made a promotional appearance on ‘The Oprah Winfrey Show’ yesterday. The trio spoke about a range of topics including their favourite moments from the season thus far and the challenges they endure while trying to find the best contestants.

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Usher TV caught up with David Guetta backstage at one of Usher’s recent ‘OMG’ tour stops in the UK. The producer, who takes credit for creating the “bridge between Urban and Electronic music”, used the opportunity to speak about Usher’s upcoming “Revolutionary Pop” project.

Furthermore, Guetta claimed that the former R&B singer was actually the 1st artist to request to work with him, long before Kelly Rowland and the Black Eyed Peas. See the footage below:

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In what is a rarity in the music industry, chart sensation Jessie J has pushed up the release of her debut  album ‘Who You Are’.

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Pop icon Janet Jackson has today released the first European dates for her ‘Number Ones; Up, Close, & Personal – World Tour’.

What are you waiting for? Dates and more after the jump…

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Jennifer Lopez was named as the 1st Gillette Venus global ambassador at the Radio City Music Hall in New York today.  The media mogul will help launch the company’s new philanthropic effort dedicated to female empowerment through education.

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Beyonce busy on the streets of New York City today. The Pop singer was reportedly on her way to a business meeting.

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Check out the official cover of Chris Brown’s 2nd Pop single from his upcoming ‘F.A.M.E’ album, ‘Beautiful People‘. The record features and was produced by Benny Benassi. ‘F.A.M.E’ hits stores on March 22nd.

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Britney Spears has finally unveiled the title and cover of her highly anticipated new album. ‘Femme Fatale’ is scheduled for released on March 15th and is preceded by the worldwide #1 single ‘Hold It Against Me’. The record will include contributions from hit-makers Dr. Luke, Danja, Max Martin and others.

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R&B star Keri Hilson has cause for celebration this week; her latest single ‘Pretty Girl Rock’ has hit the top spot on Urban radio.

Buffered by a host of promotional appearances (including stops at the Jay Leno Show and VH1 Divas) and a strong iTunes presence (half a million downloads to date), the song  has experienced a surge in spins as of late, propelling it to the top of the Urban radio chart. {Source}

Congratulations Ms. Hilson!

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In the Grammy Awards’ continuing trend of honoring  popularity instead of musical ability, the show has added Rihanna to the performance lineup. The red-haired West Indian will hit the stage at the ceremony, which airs on February 13th on CBS, to deliver her usual setlist of walking in circles and chanting over a backtrack.

However, all is not lost. The Awards will feature performances from several true artists including Eminem, Lady Gaga, Cee-Lo, Drake, Usher, B.o.B, Bruno Mars, and Janelle Monáe among others.

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A somewhat underdressed Drake posed it up with Justin Bieber at the premiere of the teen star’s new movie ‘Never Say Never’. The Canadian stars were greeted by a horde of fans and media at the homecoming event, which took place at in Toronto last night (February 1st).

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Fox News (we know) recently aired a special entitled ‘My American Story’. Guests featured on the segment included Mathew Knowles.

The controversial Destiny’s Child manager (and Beyonce’s father), shared his story on guiding his family to the level of stardom they enjoy today. An interesting watch. {Spotted over at SC}

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