International mover and shaker Kelly Rowland is currently in Australia for a series of promotional performances, the most recent being on morning show ‘Sunrise’ yesterday. Peep Ms. Kelly’s performance of ‘When Love Takes Over’ above…

Granted I’m gonna need to start seeing her perform new material ASAP, this was a great performance.  Vocally, one of her best with this particular song. Powerful, confident, and controlled, the Destiny’s Child alumni’s voice was on its ‘A’ game here. Should she bring these vocals to the live showings of her new material (which I’m sure she will), Ms. Kelly will shock many – in the right way. Roll on the April debut of her new single!

What do you think of the performance?

Energetic performer Chris Brown is ready to hit the road once again to support his ‘Graffiti’ album. This time, however, the singer will be giving his international fans a chance to see him perform music from the LP. Brown will be embarking on the 20-show ‘Fan Appreciation Tour’ which will see him making stops in places such as Brazil, Malaysia, Ireland and the UK. The US leg of the tour, which was held from November to December last year, was almost completely sold out. Check out his list of tour dates below:

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Oscar favourite, Mo’Nique, has lifted the lid on her ‘unique’ marriage to childhood sweetheart, Sidney Hicks. In a recent interview with Barbara Walters,  the 42 year old revealed that she has no problem with her husband sleeping with other women – although she doesn’t sleep with other men.

The comedienne turned actress/talk-show host has spoken on the controversial matter in the past, yet for the first time – during her interview on Walters’ Oscar Special – she opened up about the more intricate details of her marriage.

Check out more shocking quotes from the interview after the jump, (courtesy of The YBF)…

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Beyonce hit up her husband Jay-Z’s concert after party following his performance at Madison Square Garden in New York City recently. The even, which was held at Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club, was also attended by Michelle Williams, Drake and the Hip-Hop icon himself. Peep more images below:

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Ne-Yo has confirmed to MTV News that he has returned to the studio work on a new album. The LP will serve as the followup to his 2008 ‘Year of the Gentleman’ project which has been certified platinum in the US. Here is what the hit-maker had to say about his new record:

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Rihanna was spotted in Berlin, Germany yesterday. The Bajan beauty sported a spiked denim jacket to an album signing to promote her latest LP, ‘Rated R’. Check out more pics below:

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Pop phenomenon Lady GaGa is set to release ‘Alejandro’ as the follow-up to current smash ‘Telephone’ it has been confirmed. The RedOne produced cut will go for adds on radio in the coming month. {Source}

With the ‘The Fame Monster’ standing as one of those album’s where almost every song could be a single, it was almost a given that whatever she’d release next would be a smash-in-waiting – which ‘Alejandro’ is. Personally, I’d lean more towards the record’s next  best killer cut ‘Monster’, yet it’s understandable as to why they opted for a more mid-tempo affair with their pick. What’s more, the Spanish-flavoured ‘Alejandro’ lends itself to a more diverse video treatment than we’ve been used to from the 23 year old star.

For those who’ve yet to hear the song, check it out below:

Your thoughts on the single choice?

Following a string of  premature reports, R&B star Keyshia Cole gave birth to a baby boy ‘a little before midnight’ yesterday (March 2nd), her publicist has announced. The child is the first for the singer and fiance Daniel ‘Boobie’ Gibson of Cleveland Cavalier fame. Check out the official statement below:

“Keyshia Cole and Daniel Gibson are proud to announce the birth of their beautiful baby boy, Daniel Hiram Gibson Jr. born on March 2 at 11:54 P.M. weighing a healthy 7 lbs. 3 oz. The proud couple would like to thank everyone for giving them privacy during this special time. Keyshia would also like to give a special thank you to her fans that have been with her since the beginning sharing in her growth as a woman and an artist. Both mother and baby are doing great.”

Congratulations to Keyshia and Daniel!

Your thoughts?

Just when it appeared the dust had settled in the Sugababes saga, it is being reported that ALL of the group’s original members have launched High Court action to secure the rights to the ‘Sugababes’ name.

According to Holy Moly, Keisha Buchanan, Mutya Buena, and Siobhan Donaghy have jointly applied to the European Trademark Authority, seeking ownership to the group’s name. Shockingly, the ‘Sugababes’ name had reportedly never been trademarked, which has allowed the case to proceed.

Buena initially filed the application back in November last year, 2 months after Buchanan was booted. Yet yesterday, the application was amended to include both Keisha and Siobhan.

If their case is successful (which insiders say is ‘likely’), the trio would be able use the name for, among other things, CDs and advertisements in Europe. They would also be able to perform and record under the name. Although the latter is unlikely in light of Buchanan’s solo deal and personal differences between Donaghy and the other members.

Worse still for the current line-up, who will undoubtedly have to change their name should they lose, their legal team have only until May 8th to officially file opposition. Ouch.

Check out scans of the legal files below!

There’s little else to be said other than….let the battle begin! Granted I’m sure there are intricate details and procedures which could drag on for a while, I know which side I’m rooting for. I mean, watching the current line-up performing the group’s older material (material which neither Amelle or Jade were even in the group for) just a few minutes before this story broke, really made my stomach turn. Peep their recent live spin on ‘Ugly’ and ‘Round Round’ after the jump…

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Superstar Beyonce strikes many a pose in the Spring 2010 promotional campaign for her and her mother Tina’s ‘House of Dereon’ clothing line. One word….stunning! Check out more pics, courtesy of Beyonce World, below:

Your thoughts?

UK singer/songwriter and producer Taio Cruz has taken the US by storm with his new single ‘Break Your Heart’, which for its Stateside release features rapper Ludacris. So much so have the US warmed to the Londoner that the song is currently #1 on the iTunes. Cruz will, therefore no doubt, be hoping confirmed follow-up ‘Dirty Picture’ enjoys similar success.

Featuring ‘It’ chick of the moment, Ke$ha, the song sees the pair trade suggestive lyrics, with a thumping Electro-Pop beat serving as its backdrop. Though lyrically rather empty, it’s hard to deny its overall catchiness. Decent.

Hit or Miss?

The incomparable Lady GaGa‘s appearance on the Friday Night With Jonathan Ross show is set to air this Friday on BBC1. Judging by these shots which were released a few moments ago, her appearance will no doubt have tongues wagging.

The 23 year old managed to cram in several costume changes during the duration of the show, which saw her interviewed, as well as perform new single ‘Telephone’ and album track ‘Speechless’. Roll on Friday!

Peep more pics below:

Your thoughts?