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}

Check it out after the jump…

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Jennifer Lopez’s new commercial for Gillette Venus razors has been released. The media mogul recorded a song to promote the campaign with RedOne. See the ad below:

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Here is a special sneak peek of next week’s episode of ‘The Game’. Airing at 10pm Est next Tuesday via BET, this installment will include a rather intense confrontation between the incessantly pushy Melanie and the mother of Derwin’s child, Janay. Look for the preview below:

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The fourth season of The Game continued tonight on BET. Check out episode 4 of the smash hit series below. Melanie, Derwin, Tasha, Malik, Jason, and Kelly are back!

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R&B trier Omarion has released a teaser for (presumed) new release ‘Come F*ck Wit Me’. A cover of Jodeci‘s classic ‘Come Talk With Me’, the 1991 song is given an updated twist – complete with a hoard of profanity laced lyrics. Check it out after the jump…

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Another day, another Teairra Mari video. This go round, the visual is for ‘Body’ – the latest single to be lifted from her ‘Point of No Return’ mixtape.

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It seems that there is some justice left in the world after all as Rihanna’s new video for ‘S&M’ has been partially banned. The visual was deemed “inappropriate” on YouTube and marked as “unsuitable” for viewers under the age of 18 years.

The real question that arises from this situation is if major television networks will give this video heavy airplay. Although Rihanna claims that the video has been approved by MTV, Ciara’s ‘Ride’ was completely banned on BET with far less sexually suggestive scenes, thus there is no justifiable reason why ‘S&M’ would avoid similar rejection.

How will Rihanna achieve success now? Without the ability to flash her colourful panties collection how will her team encourage consumers to pay attention to her ‘music’? On the bright side, her possible future as a model for Victoria’s Secret looks quite promising.

‘S&M’ must mean ‘Smoke & Mirrors’. Unfortunately for her, that shroud is finally being lifted. Rejoice!

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Peep rapper Kanye West on the front of VMAN‘s February issue. The cover was shot by legendary designer and photographer Karl Largerfeld.

(Shout out to Thom Ticklemouse)

What do you think of the cover?

With Nelly and Kelly Rowland‘s ‘Gone’ continuing to garner spins at radio, details have today emerged about the single’s forthcoming video.

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Jennifer Lopez made a promotional appearance on ‘The Angie Martinez Show’ on Hot 97 today. The superstar spoke about how she decided to become a judge on ‘American Idol’, her upcoming ‘Love?’ album and motherhood. Check out the full interview below:

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