As reported here, ‘1 Thing’ singer Ameriie has been generating quite the buzz for her upcoming ‘Cymatika Vol. 1’ album.  The album, which the singer revealed is expecting a spring 2012 release, will be preceded by the new summer single ‘Firestarter’.

While no official release date has been reported, the newlywed chatted it up with our friends at Rap-Up to provide details about the song, it’s parent album, and her desire to release an album every year.

See what else the ‘Touch’ singer touched on after the jump:

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R&B starlet Melanie Fiona has joined a growing number of stars who have paid tribute to late British soul singer Amy Winehouse:

“Today, it’s all I can do to express my gratitude to one of my favorite artists. May your music live on to inspire others, as it has inspired me. R.I.P. AMY WINEHOUSE. xo.”

See the singer’s stirring rendition of “Wake Up Alone”, lifted from Winehouse’s famed Back to Black album after the jump:

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‘Lay It On Me’ singer Kelly Rowland sat down for an extensive interview today with Billboard.com.  Rowland, whose latest studio effort ‘Here I Am’ is due in stores tomorrow (July 26th), answered fan-tweeted questions on topics ranging from plans for album promotion to the commercial response of ‘Miss Kelly’ and, of course, the ever-so-rumored Destiny’s Child reunion.  A great watch indeed!

See K.Row in action after the jump:

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In what will serve as fantastic news for her supporters, Rap royal Nicki Minaj has signed onto become the face of one of MAC‘s largest campaigns.

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Congratulations are most certainly in order for Pop quartet JLS.

For they have stormed a chart with their latest hit ‘She Make Me Wanna‘ just hours after it was made available for download.

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Check out a revamped Da Brat modelling a bold new look for Vibe Magazine.

A far cry from her look of yesteryear, the Femcee posed for the magazine in support of her latest Jermaine Dupri led release.

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As fairytales go, the last 12 months have been just that for Kelly Rowland. Characterised by increased global success, a US solo smash, and a spot on the X Factor UK‘s judging panel, the one-time caged songbird looks to be soaring to new heights.

With her third studio album ‘Here I Am’ arriving in stores this week, the 30 year old opened up to That Grape Juice about many a topic including her show-stopping BET performance, being an underdog, how her new management bests her former, first week sales, promo plans and much more.

No “what’s your favourite colour” questions here. We ask the questions you really want answers to. And answer them Rowland does.

Kelly Rowland Shouts Out That Grape Juice

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It has, no doubt, been a difficult last few days for many who knew Amy Winehouse, most especially the entertainer’s parents. Mitch and Janis Winehouse visited the memorial site opposite her North London home, which fans have adorned with flowers, letters and other sentiments in honor of the late star.

Her father spoke to mourners during the visit, find out what he said below….

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Some time ago, images of Beyonce paying homage to the ‘African Queen‘ aesthetic surface ahead of the release of the ‘Run The World(Girls)‘ visual. Now you can see how those images and came to be in behind the scene footage.

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Diva Mariah Carey sold more than her tacky line of jewelry and pumps during an appearance on the Home Shopping Network today. The mother of twins, Morroccan and Monroe Cannon, unveiled a body which has all but returned to form since giving birth just 3 months ago.

The songbird was joined by husband Nick.

Footage, via Mariah Daily, after the jump

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If you thought anticipation for Jay-Z and Kanye West‘s joint effort ‘Watch The Throne’ had reached fever-pitch, think again.

For, the Hip-Hop heavyweights have today announced not only the release date for the eagerly awaited LP, they also revealed that they have formally formed a new group, and will be heading out on the road.

All the details after the jump…

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Peep ‘California Girl’ Katy Perry on the red carpet for the world premiere of the latest ‘The Smurfs‘ movie.

Using her dress to pay homage to the well loved characters, Mrs.Brand was welcomed by fans who were all too pleased to see the ‘Teenage Dreamer‘ in attendance.

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