April 3rd marks the release of ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’, Nicki Minaj‘s latest LP.

So, as to whet their appetites, Minaj and long type hype man SB invited her fans to a ‘secret Ustream session’ last week, showcasing some of the album’s material, days before she  became the highest charting Femcee in UK history.

All the fun below…

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At times- if we’re going to keep real- it’s very easy to forget why Jay Z is Jay Z.

Indeed, with the praise his LPs, business endeavors and contribution to his genre garners, there are many oblivious to his skill as a live act.

Think we’re hyping him up a little too much? Then peep his set at last night’s SXSW Festival last night, and weigh in below…

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Let the second search for ‘The Voice’ commence!

Hosted by Carson Daly, the US talent-search sees judges Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine, Cee-Lo Green, and Blake Shelton conduct “blind auditions” in hope of finding the next big star. The winner of the competition lands major recording contract with Universal Republic.

Check out episode 7 after the jump…

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In what comes as little surprise, Oprah’s highly anticipated interview with the family of late pop icon Whitney Houston was a ratings winner – earning a record viewership for the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN).  As reports swarmed the media that Winfrey’s channel was suffering from a series of ratings slumps, the 90 minute showing, much like her very talked about 2009 interview with the pop legend herself, proved to be a ratings goldmine with initial reports indicating over 3.5 million  tuned in to see Bobbi Kristina and co. speak about the aftermath of their family life since Whitney’s passing.

Earning O a guaranteed spot in the top 5 of Sunday night’s ratings, Winfrey, the first to score an interview with the family despite less than a month passing since the untimely death of the beloved singer, is set to follow with more high profile interviews – namely pop megastar Lady Gaga.

Those who missed the interview with the Houston family can see it in its entirety here.

Your thoughts?

‘Spotlight’ singer Jennifer Hudson turned heads rocking this Ralph & Russo couture gown with plunging neckline.  Taking center stage at the grand opening of The Smith Centre for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas this weekend, the Grammy winner reportedly brought down the house with her performance of ‘Take Care of This House’.

Joined on stage by Martina McBride, whom she also shared the stage with at the 2011 Grammys (in tribute to Aretha Franklin), see snaps of the divas in action below:

The two were accompanied by legendary singer/songwriter Carole King.

Your thoughts?

Hot off the heels of their blazing ‘It All Belongs To Me’ video, dynamic diva duo Brandy and Monica made moves to BET’s 106 & Park today, much to fan frenzy.  Speaking on their latest collaboration, rumors, and possible tour plans, the R&B beauties certainly gave viewers an ear and eyeful on tonight’s broadcast.

Also taking to BET.com for an exclusive interview (and lending a major announcement), get into ‘The Boy Is Mine’ co-stars taking over the 106 set (with behind the scenes footage to follow):

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As one of few reigning pop monarchs left, many have been keen on Queen of Pop Madonna‘s thoughts on the passing of pop icon Whitney Houston.

While for years the two were touted as rivals as they dominated 80s and 90s charts with few comparison, Madge took to UK paper The Sun to remember the ‘I Will Always Love You’ singer and also share her thoughts on late “blue eyed soulstress” Amy Winehouse.

Get into the ‘Girls Gone Wild’ wailer’s words below:

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Peep these snaps of Beyonce, out and about with mother Tina Knowles and daughter Blue Ivy.

Hounded by paparazzi in Manhattan earlier on today, their sighting marks the first time the world has seen Blue’s person since these snaps emerged last month.

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Seriously though, is there any stopping  Beyonce?

For, less than eight weeks after giving birth to her first child, the ‘4’  belle is readying the release of her brand new single ‘End Of Time‘.

Details below…

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Wig? Check. Outfit? Check. Bra? At home.

Rihanna continues to show that an absence of talent needn’t hold one back.

Renown for  relying on column inches more than she does a vocal coach, the model was snapped marching around New York City sans her bra last night.

Meanwhile the 23 year old’s latest album ‘Talk That Talk’ isn’t charting that chart. For five months after release, it remains struggling to leave the 600,000 region. Something not altogether surspring when considering antics like those in the pics above, together with the embarrassments she calls performances.

For, instead of vesting time in polishing her craft and becoming a “believable” artiste, she stays putting a pretty bow on doo-doo.

Wake me when Beyonce‘s back…

More pics after the jump.

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Budding singer/actress Teyana Taylor released her long-awaited full length mixtape today giving fans a [free] preview of what she has to offer, musically.

‘The Misunderstanding of Teyana Taylor’ serves as her first release since her cryptic departure from Pharrell‘s ‘Star Trek/Interscope’ label.

Download the mixtape after the jump and sound-off on the ‘Google Me’ singer’s efforts below.

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As Drake gets ready to unwrap the video for latest single ‘Take Care’, new stills from the hotly anticipated visual have surfaced.

Directed by Yoann Lemoin, the clip is sees Drizzy reunite with former flame Rihanna, who features on the Jamie XX produed cut.

And by the looks of things the MC and the model are poised to set tongues a-wagging

Peep more pics below…

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