Grammy-favourite Alicia Keys took us behind the scenes of her latest music video for her new single ‘Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart’. The clip is based on the blockbuster movie ‘Hancock‘ (which starred Will Smith). ‘Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart’ was written and produced by Keys, Kerry “Krucial” Brothers and Jeff Brasker. Expect to see the video on your screen any day now!

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The fabulous Mariah Carey was seen looking extra diva while working on the set of the video for her latest single ‘H.A.T.E.U.’ yesterday in New York City. Mariah certainly gets around doesn’t she? Two locations for one video? Can’t wait for this one.

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Peep the official single cover for Rihanna‘s ‘Wait Your Turn’. Ms. Fenty just can’t keep her bra on these days, can she?

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Update: Chris Brown has just issued a press release on Rihanna’s big 20/20 interview – which is scheduled to air tonight:

“While I respect Rihanna’s right to discuss the specific events of February 8, I maintain my position that all of the details should remain a private matter between us,” he said in the statement. “I do appreciate her support and wish her the best. I am extremely sorry for what I did, and I accept accountability for my actions. At this point, I am taking the proper steps to learn about me and grow from my mistakes. I only hope that others in similar situations can learn from our experience as well. Abuse of any kind is always wrong. The rest I leave it to God.”

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There has much murmuring about Janet Jackson taking to the stage at the upcoming Amerian Music Awards on November 22nd, murmuring which was confirmed as true today.

In an interview with The Montreal Journal, dancer Nico Archambault (of ‘So You Think You Can Dance’) let the cat out of the bag confirming that he will be taking to the stage with the 43 year old superstar. Also adding that he, along with 3 other dancers will feature in the ‘Make Me’ video, which wrapped shooting this week. {Source}

Surprise or no surprise, it’s great to see Janet going all out with the promotion for her ‘Number Ones’ project (out November 17th). I anticipate a GH medley topped off with a performance of ‘Make Me’. Here’s hoping she knocks it out the park!

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In a recent interview, Disney phenomenon Miley Cyrus revealed that she apparently “never heard a Jay-Z song.” Here is an excerpt from the conversation:

“Honestly, I picked that song ’cause I needed something to go with my clothing line,” the 16-year-old revealed. “I didn’t write it. I didn’t even expect it to be popular originally.”

Cyrus shocked the interviewer when she said she had never even heard a song by the rapper. “I’ve never heard a Jay-Z song. I don’t listen to pop music and it’s not even my style of music.” {Source}

Now I understand why she is Disney’s darling; she’s a bigger puppet than Pinocchio. She clearly has no artistic investment in her music and is geared only toward satisfying the media giant that is Disney merchandising. Then again, I’m not surprised because she has never shown any interest in her musical development. Just listen to her voice and you will see what I mean. Remember Vh1’s ‘Divas’? My point exactly.

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Check out this preview performance of ‘Halo’ from Beyonce‘s eagerly anticipated ‘I Am…Yours’ DVD (due November 23rd). As usual, she killed it…snatching R&B chick wigs off left, right and centre. Gotta love it!

Tidbit: That Grape Juice was invited to Bouncy’s upcoming show at London’s 02 Arena on November 15th. Seen Ms. Knowles-Carter live many a time now, yet can’t help but be excited as if it were the first. A testament to a true performer.

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According to Essence, R&B songstress Toni Braxton and husband Keri Lewis are to divorce after 8 years of marriage. Braxton and Lewis, formerly of Mint Condition, have two children together – 7 year old Denim and 6 year old Diezel. {Source}

The news comes on the heels of Ms. Braxton kissing singer Trey Songz in the mouth on stage at the Soul Train Awards (click here to see the pic). Interesting, considering the above picture was taken AFTER the kiss. Though, I must say I didn’t ‘OMG’ at this kiss, as I smell publicity stunt; she and Trey will be starring in a video together soon. Hmm…

If true, it’s kinda sad to yet another Hollywood couple call it quits (can such couples ever stay together?). Here’s hoping they stay civil for the kids’ sake.

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British Pop sensation and winner of ‘The X Factor’, Alexandra Burke, has confirmed that the next single to be lifted off of her album ‘Overcome’ will be none other than ‘Broken Heels’. The track was written by Nadir Khyatt, Bilal Hajji and Savan Kotecha, and produced by RedOne.

Having listened to the entire album and disliked most of the material, I wasn’t very interested in the future of this project all, to be honest. However, I was hoping that her camp would have selected ‘The Silence’ as the second release because it is by far the best song on the record. ‘Bad Boys’ is an infectious up-tempo that definitely grew on me (especially after the video came out) but ‘Broken Heels’ is dead in the water. Either way, I’m sure her label won’t spare any expense to make sure that it’s effectively rammed down our throats. Sigh…

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R&B diva Alicia Keys looked ravishing in green at the 10th annual Latin Grammy Awards held at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Singer Michelle Williams shows her comedic side during a recent alter ego photo shoot. Hilarious yet somewhat disturbing lol!

Hip-Hop mogul 50 Cent promoted his new perfume ‘Power by 50 Cent’ at Macy’s in New York City. Do you want to smell like 50 Cent?

Rapper Lil Kim looked…interesting while in Berlin, Germany after the recent MTV EMA’s.

And R&B crooner John Legend posed with his girlfriend Christine at the National Breast Cancer Awareness Fund Gala in NYC.

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It has been confirmed today that your favourite singer and mine, Rihanna, will be performing on the current season of the X-Factor. The Bajan beauty is set to to take to the stage to perform current single ‘Russian Roulette’ on the November 29th episode of the hugely popular series. Speaking of her appearance on the show, the 21 year old said:

“It was the easiest decision I’ve ever made.

A lot of people watch the show over here on YouTube and I personally caught a lot of it when Leona Lewis was on who’s an amazing artist.

So to say yes to Simon was an honour, especially as I know the show so well”

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In terms of special guests, this series of the X-Factor is on fire. It’s just a shame the remaining contestants are dryer than toast. Ugh.

About Ms. Fenty’s performance, I’m quite eager to see if the stronger vocals flaunted on the single translate into a decent live performance. Somehow I feel there’ll be a whole lot of sheep-bleating going down come November 29th. Here’s hope she proves us wrong. Go RiRi 😉

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