Alexandra Burke stormed That Grape Juice’s The Splash recently with a soaring session in support of her sophomore album ‘Heartbreak On Hold’.

And while  the TGJ special (‘An Audience With Alexandra Burke’) saw the 23 year old perform many a new cut, it also saw her give a nod to a record-breaking fan favourite.

Click above to see the 23 year old showcase THAT voice on the song that started it all ‘Hallelujah’

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Soulful songtress Melanie Fiona serves up another helping of ‘The MF Life’ with the video for her latest single ‘This Time’.

The visual for the J. Cole assisted cut sees Colin Tilley take the directorial helm.

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Two days ago, the death of ‘Moesha’ star Yvette Wilson struck up the ever heated topic of ‘US healthcare’.

For, before her untimely death, Wilson had been forced to call on the general public to help pay for medical expenses, believed to have amounted to $25,000.

Moved by the tragedy, Twitter saw Pop mogul Nicki Minaj weigh in on the matter and call on President Obama to make the necessary changes to ensure tax paying citizens received help from the State if ever in Wilson’s position.

Hours later, Quest of ‘The Roots responded to Minaj’s tweets, informing her that The White House would be interested in working with her to raise health care awareness.

Now, the world of Pop has weighed in on his claim.

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Before the release of Cheryl Cole‘s dance anthem ‘Call My Name‘, reports emerged claiming ROC belle Rita Ora had told numerous journalists the song was initially written for her, and that she had rejected it from her LP.

Now, in response to these unconfirmed reports, the cut’s producer Calvin Harris has branded the singer ‘a liar’ on Twitter.

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Last night, the world began mourning the death of Yvette Wilson– the acclaimed comedienne most recognized for her work in 90s sitcom.

A long time sufferer of cervical cancer, the last few months saw the actress call on the public’s help to fund her treatment as the US health system- unlike that of the UK’s- does not offer free medical care.

Enraged by the injustice, ‘Superbass‘ Rapper Nicki Minaj took to Twitter to air out her feelings. Feelings, which have now scored her an invitation to the White House to debate the issue.

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Chris Brown and Twitter.

It’s a relationship made in the fiery pits of PR hell. Yet still, it blazes on.

Having whipped up a media frenzy with pics and tweets alluding to drama with Drake, the ‘Turn Up The Music’ singer has vented his frustrations at gossip website TMZ.

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This time last year, the name Rita Ora meant very little to anyone unaware of her rising star.

Fast forward twelve months and she’s one of Pop’s more promising newbies, scoring two consecutive UK #1s and landing a coveted slot on Coldplay’s summer tour.

Now, after much speculation, she has announced the release plan for her debut album.

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Many will generally remember singer Kiely Williams from her stints in 3LW and the Cheetah Girls.

However, it was her 2010 solo effort ‘Spectacular’ which ensured she remained etched in mass consciousness. For better or for worse.

Having recovered from the overwhelming success of the trashy track, Williams has resurfaced – talking with our friends over at Madame Noire about what she’s up to now, her current relationship with her former bandmates and more.

Her explanation for the ‘Spectacular’ video is a particular must-see!

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As earlier reported, VH1 is set to unleash Hollywood Exes on the masses on June 27th.

And so as to whet appetites for the show, which follows the lives of the exes of Eddie Murphy, Prince,  R. Kelly and more, the network have released a sizzling new trailer. Check it out below.

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Congratulations are in order for Nicole Scherzinger.

For, after a rocky year which saw her debut album fail to score a US launch and face a dismissal from X Factor USA, Scherzinger has officially landed a judging a role on X Factor UK.

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Pop titan Justin Bieber continued the promo run for new album ‘Believe’ today with a live set on ‘The Today Show’.

With thousands of his trusty “Beliebers” on hand, the 18 year old raced through set consisting of current smash ‘Boyfriend’, fan favourite ‘Baby’, and new cuts ‘All Around The World’ and ‘As Long As You Love Me (ft. Big Sean)’

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Steve Jobs had Apple, Richard Branson has Virgin and The Kardashians… well- they have themselves.

Fronting their own E! fueled brand of wealth and opportunity, The Kardashians are easily one of the world’s bankable businesses, the brainchild of the subtle Svengali Kris Jenner.

Now, in a bid to boost ratings for her growing OWN, Oprah Winfrey has called on the family for an exclusive tell all interview set to air June 17th.

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