Britney Spears is currently in Japan promoting her chart-topping comeback LP ‘Circus’ – stopping by the show Hey, Hey, Hey to perform her smash ‘Womanizer’ today.

Just like her other performances of the song, this was rubbish. That spark, that certain something just doesn’t seem to be there anymore. Whether it’s the crappy choreography/choreographer, Britney herself or whatever, she just isn’t selling her true value in the way she once did. I mean does she not watch herself back? There are only so many times one can say ‘I hope she gets her act together’. For her sake, she needs to and needs to do so fast.

What do you think of the performance?

The official video for X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke’s debut single ‘Hallelujah’ made its debut today. Put simply, it’s pretty much standard-fare in terms X-Factor winner’s first single video – i.e. interwoven clips from the show and a simple concept. Alex does look great though.

Update: Alex’s version of ‘Hallelujah’ has become the fasting selling European single of all-time – in just 3 days. Congrats!

What do you think of the video?

A brand new cut, said to be from Ciara’s ‘Fantasy Ride’ LP (due early 2009), surfaced today – a collaboration with singer/song-writer The Dream titled ‘Keep Dancing’.

The airy, laidback feel of the song is a real juxtaposition to the song’s title- which suggests something more uptempo and hard-hitting. For what it is – a decent R&B slower paced effort – it’s works. Though, I sure hope Ms. Harris is cooking up something of a higher caliber than this, as much of the material I’ve heard thus far sounds very hit or miss.

Hit or Miss?

Madonna took a tumble during her recent concert in Brazil’s Rio De Janeiro. Peep the clip above

By all means funny stuff, but the Pop superstar is likely to be the last one laughing; her Sticky & Sweet tour continues to break records across the globe, already amassing a whopping $213 Million for the singer already.

Randomness: I really wish Michael and Janet would take note. Record sales may not be what they once were (even for ol’ Madge), but hitting the road is increasingly becoming ‘the’ way to go. One can only hope…

Your thoughts?

Hollywood’s top earning star Will Smith is set to star in sequels to two of his more recent box office smashes – ‘Hancock’ & ‘I Am Legend’:

WILL Smith has sequel fever. The box-office magnet is in talks to finalize follow-ups to both “Hancock” and “I Am Legend.” A Hollywood insider said, “He is ready to do both. Producers are just trying to get Charlize Theron to sign on for the ‘Hancock’ sequel.” As for “I Am Legend,” it will be more of a prequel as Smith’s character died at the end of the zombies-take-Manhattan movie. “It will be about how the disease spreads and the fall of the last great American city. It will also develop the relationship between Will’s character and his wife.” A rep for Smith said, “There have been talks about both of these projects.” {Source}

Having really enjoyed the originals of both films, I’d definitely be checking for the sequels.

Will you be checking for the new ‘Hancock’ and / or ‘I Am Legend’?

Just a quick reminder to let you all know that you can still give your 2 cents/ as to who should be nominated in the That Grape Juice: End Of Year Awards 2008 by clicking here.

The final of X Factor 2008 live shows aired tonight here in the UK. Check out my 2 Pence on the show below:

{For those unfamiliar with the show; The X Factor is the UK’s version of American Idol – with a twist in that groups and over 25’s are eligible to enter. The show also birthed the career of a certain Leona Lewis}

I must begin by congratulating my girl Alexandra for winning tonight! It definitely makes me proud to live in a country that has been able to produce such a talent. A talent I believe is very much a world class act. Week in and week out, Alexandra has delivered the goods and then some. Very proud of her. Very.

My phone has been going off non-stop about Alex’s show stopping performance of ‘Listen’ with none other than Beyonce (special ‘hey’ to Sean, Kwame, Jonelle, Sandra, Nathan, Jamell ‘Mr Damaje’, Leon and co!). You can also check out Alex’s performances of ‘Silent Night’ below (the other performances will be added as they become available):

Alexandra & Beyonce – Listen

Alexandra – Silent Night

Your thoughts?

After the worldwide success of Estelle’s ‘American Boy’ and the critical acclaim her ‘Shine’ LP received, it has been revealed that the Londoner is readying her third studio album. Speaking on the record, which has a tentative 2009 release date, she expressed her desire to work with fellow Brit Adele:

Grammy-nominated Brit female stars ADELE and ESTELLE look set to collaborate on a track.

Both have expressed an interest in working together — and now Estelle has told how a duet with Chasing Pavements star Adele would be “dope”.

The pair are now settling down to finalise their new albums with each other’s names at the top of their collaborations wish lists — so expect a tune from the talented pair next year.

Estelle started work on her new collection this month.

She said: “I’m really excited to start working on my next album.

“I’m going to go totally left field and surprise a lot of people.

“I’m going to hit it out the ball park with this one. I’m thinking a mix of COLDPLAY and MARVIN GAYE.” {Source}

Considering Estelle turned in such a stellar effort with ‘Shine’, I’m really anticipating what her next release will be serving up. The Adele collabo seems like a good look too.

Your thoughts?