Alesha Dixon‘s latest round of promotional performances are no doubt seeing her fight not only for the success of her new single ‘Radio’, but also her record deal.

For, despite major Radio 1 backing, a US shot video, and her highly publicised role on Strictly Come Dancing, ‘Radio’ sits at an abysmal #101 on iTunes following its release this week. This on the heels of the chart disappointment that was ‘Drummer Boy’ – which too had many a high profile performance, as well as radio support and a pricey video, only to peak at #15 on the Official UK Singles Chart.

Needless to say, its hardly a successful start for her second studio LP ‘The Entertainer’, which hits stores tomorrow. With labels ever-ready to drop acts if projects don’t bring back adequate returns, it’s not looking good for Ms. Dixon…at all.

In any case, peep her latest performance of the song on Daybreak earlier this week.

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Peep Ciara posing it up in this outtake from her VMAN Winter 2010 issue feature. {Source}

The ‘Ride’ singer is gearing up to hit the televised promotional trail in support of her ‘Basic Instinct’ LP, which hits stores on December 14th via Jive. Confirmed performance spots (so far) include The Monique Show, Lopez Tonight, and The Ellen Degeneres Show. Needless to say, it’s about time!

Your thoughts?

‘The X-Factor’ 2010 live shows continued tonight, with a Rock themed show.

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Having recently scored a double Platinum hit with ‘Just A Dream’, many were surprised to see Nelly‘s latest LP ‘5.0’ under-perform on the Billboard 200 this week.

None more so than the Grammy winning rapper himself; who just moments ago took to Twitter to vent his frustrations at his label  Universal Motown – following the album’s #10 charting and 63,000 first week sales.

Check out what the St. Louis star had to say after the jump…

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The second season of hit VH1 reality show ‘Fantasia For Real’ continued this past week. This episode sees the R&B star continue along the promotional trail for her ‘Back to Me’ LP, as well as further explore her controversial relationship with Antwaun Cook. Of course, the usual family drama ensues.

Peep episode 10 after the jump…

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Omarion wants everyone to know that he could do almost anything on the dancefloor. The ‘America’s Best Dance Crew’ judge challenged a group of East Indian dancers to a dance battle in a new promotional video for Desi Hits.

Check out the footage below via Hip Hop Wired (pay close attention to the move at the 1 minute mark):

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R&B singer Christina Milian enjoyed Thanksgiving this year with daughter Violet at the ‘Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! There’s a Party in My City!’ show.

Held at Los Angeles’ famed Nokia Theatre, the kids event was also attended by Kelis and her son Knight.

Randomness: Any one notice how we only see Christina out with the baby, and never The Dream. Just thinking out aloud…

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Chris Brown continues his fight back to the top with the release of his second (solo) mixtape, the aptly titled ‘In My Zone 2’. The free for all set, which premièred moments ago, serves as the follow-up to February’s ‘In My Zone’. Brown’s collaboration mixtape with Tyga earlier this year,‘Fan of a Fan’, spawned the R&B chart-topper ‘Deuces’.

Hosted by DJ Drama, collaborators on the record include Kevin McCall, Gucci Mane, Petey Pablo, Big Sean, among others.

What are you waiting for? Take a listen and/or download after the jump…

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This week’s That Grape Juice Cover Star is Kawana Monroe. The US native turns in a rousing rendition of Monica’s R&B hit ‘Love All Over Me’.

Check it out below:

Though lacking the horse-power of Monica’s original (a testament to Ms. Arnold’s vocal dexterity), Kawana certainly held her own. In adding her own adlibs and isms, Ms. Monroe garnished her version with an authenticity and personal stamp often lacking in song covers. Great performance.

For more on Kawana Monroe, check out her Youtube page

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The full version of Lil Kim’s ‘Black Friday’ has finally surfaced. The song, which features the Queen Bee slamming both Nicki Minaj and Drake, debuted today on Hot 97. Give it a listen below:

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If Lil Kim didn’t have enough reason to dislike Nicki Minaj before then she certainly does now. In the December issue of Rolling Stone magazine Minaj has proclaimed the official “new Queen of Hip-Hop”. Read the article below:

I personally disagree with the statement as it is far too soon to bestow such a title on Minaj who only recently released her debut album. If anyone deserves that accolade then it is Missy Elliott because she has sold more records and had more hits than any other female MC. Still, this is just a matter of opinion.

Thoughts?

Beyonce aired a somewhat condensed version of her ‘I Am…World Tour’ on ABC for Thanksgiving last evening. The footage included the entertainer performing several of her biggest hits including ‘Crazy In Love’, ‘Get Me Bodied’ and ‘Halo’.

Moreover, Beyonce gave viewers a look at her personal video diaries, highlighting fun moments and the many scenarios she encountered in countries around the world. All the action is available below:

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