It’s certainly been a game of musical chairs (literally) since X Factor USA’s Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger found themselves axed from the judges panel.  With rumors swirling at who would be the ladies’ replacements, no two names have been mentioned more than vocal powerhouses Mariah Carey and Beyonce.  Both of whom have made headlines in the last year for new additions to their families, the mommy musicians have had the industry abuzz with news of Cowell’s interest in their seating on the judges row.

As reports began to surface that Simon offered the ‘Upgrade U’ diva $100 million dollars (some reports claiming $500 million) just to guest the judges bench and Nick Cannon reportedly slamming suggestions of wife Mariah’s involvement, the X Factor craftsman has finally decided to come forth to set the record straight on both ladies’ potential involvement on the show.

Will we be viewing the ‘Vision of Love’ diva on X Factor or the ‘Baby Boy’ beauty? See Simon as he talks X Factor with EXTRA below (you may be surprised at the answer):

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If performances by Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, Adele, Katy Perry, Rihanna weren’t enough to make you want to watch this Sunday’s Grammy Awards’, we’ve got news that might just change all that.

For, less than an hour ago, ‘Diary’ keeper Alicia Keys was added to the show’s celebrated line up, months before she releases her upcoming studio album.

Details below…

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Seven years.

It’s startling to believe that it’s been that long since Missy Elliott released a studio album.

Indeed, fans of the star have waited with fervent patience, tiding themselves over with the vast array of material she cooked-up for other artists.

However, their patience is set to be rewarded this June when the game-changing femcee makes her long-awaited return.

Details after the jump…

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As reported, season 2 of ‘The Voice’ kicked off to its highest ratings yet this Sunday, after being launched alongside Super Bowl XLVI.

And yet it’s this strategic piggy-banking which left many analysts cautious about hailing the show’s heightened success. At least until the ratings of last night’s “regular-slot” episode rolled in.

Well, they’re here. See how Christina Aguilera and co fared after the jump…

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Last night, armed with a 36 piece orchestra and a heart full of a emotion, Jay Z performed ‘Glory’ live for the very first time,at New York’s Carnegie Hall.

Dedicated to his daughter ‘Blue Ivy’, his set followed these shots of his wife Beyonce that emerged from the same event, marking the first time the star had been seen in public since giving birth.

Jay’s moving performance below…

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On April 3rd, Nicki Minaj will release her brand spanking new album ‘PF:Roman Reloaded‘ to fans worldwide.

The follow up to 2010’s ‘Pink Friday‘, the long awaited LP marks the second studio effort by the Rapstress and now, days before she performs at the 2012  Grammy Awards Ceremony, the name of her new single has been releasd.

Find out what it is below…

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Chris Brown‘s comeback campaign is set to come full circle this Sunday, for it has been announced that he’ll be making a grand return to the Grammy Awards stage.

Full story after the jump…

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Seemingly idle as of late, Pop force Lady GaGa has revealed that’s been everything but that as she gears up for the launch of her latest tour – the ‘Born This Way Ball’. 

Taking to Twitter this morning, the star unmasked the stage for the trek. And in true GaGa fashion, it’s must be seen to be believed.

Check it out after the jump…

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Following on her show-stopping set at the Super Bowl, Pop Queen Madonna looks poised to rock many a stage globally as she embarks on her first tour in three years.

Announced by Live Nation this morning, the singer’s worldwide trek is to set sail in May.

Is the Material Girl heading to your town? Find out after the jump!

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Since announcing the arrival of her new album ‘MDNA’, Madonna has ensured she be the subject of many a headline. And while her “Pop royal” status was always going to command the attention of the masses, it’s her comments on megastar Lady GaGa which has drawn the most gasps.

Indeed, the Material Girl has not held back in relaying her belief that the ‘Born This Way’ singer’s output has been “reductive” and lifted from her own.

Ever keen to hear what the masses think, That Grape Juice hit the streets of Hollywood to hear what folk are saying about the matter.

Hit ‘PLAY’ and get into ‘The Word…On Madonna vs Lady GaGa’.

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 Sheee’s baack!  The world may be anxiously awaiting first peeks at newborn Blue Ivy, but equal anticipation was lent to the awaited reemergence of ‘Countdown’ diva Beyonce.

Moments ago Blue Ivy’s mom stepped out in a smoking red dress in support of husband Jay Z‘s two night stint at New York’s historic Carnegie Hall.  The rapper, who is the first rapper to ever be granted an encore performance at Carnegie, was joined by fellow Hip Hop hitmakers Alicia Keys, Nas, and more.

Bey, on the other hand, sat as a proud onlooker to Jay (whose Carnegie appearance marks his first performance since birth of daughter Blue).  Sharing her fans excitement for her return to work, it has already been confirmed that she is soon scheduled to return to the set of her Clint Eastwood-directed next film ‘A Star Is Born’.

See the diva flaunting all flavors of fierce in her triumphant outing below (source):

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The Braxton sisters are back with season 2 of their hit WeTv series ‘Braxton Family Values’.

Set to air this Thursday, Episode 13 of this series sees Tamar melt-down over husband’s Vince‘s emergency hospitalisation.

Peep the preview above…