Thursday, May 23, 2013

Ciara And Nicki Minaj 'I'm Out' New Song

     Ciara teams up with rapper Nicki Minaj on "I'm Out," a song aimed primarily towards their females fans. Unlike with her previous single "Body Party," Ciara isn't expressing a lovey-dovey relationship on this one. In fact, she just broke up with her man."If you know that you better than the new girl that he own, go ahead and tell him now you going to miss me when I'm gone," she sings. Minaj also delivers her own fierce bars. 
     The song will appear on Ciara's upcoming self-titled album out on July 9. This marks the second collaboration between the pair, who previously worked together on "I'm Legit," a song off Minaj's Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded The Re-Up.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Kelly Rowland, Paulina Rubio Sign On as 'X Factor' Judges

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The replacements for Britney Spears and L.A. Reid have been confirmed. 'X Factor' will say hello to singers Kelly Rowland and Paulina Rubio, according to Entertainment Weekly. The two will join Simon Cowell and 20-year-old Demi Lovato, who is returning for the third season. “It’s taken more than a decade, but I’m delighted to finally be on a panel with three girls (I think!)," Cowell said in a statement. "Paulina and Kelly both have great taste and massive experience in the music industry and together with Demi, this is going to be a fun panel. It just feels like the time to do something different.” Let's see how the new judges will do when the season premieres this fall. 

Candie Glover Performs On 'Live! With Kelly And Michael'

After winning the 12th season of "American Idol," Candice Glover stopped by "Live! With Kelly And Michael" to perform her first single "I Am Beautiful." Following her stellar performance, the 23-year-old singer confirmed that this was her third time auditioning for the show. The third time was definitely the charm. 

Monday, May 20, 2013

Beyonce's New Song 'Grown Woman'

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Beyonce is letting everyone know she can do as she pleases on her new song "Grown Woman." The song, produced by Timbaland and co-written by The-Dream, is heard on Beyonce's Pepsi commercial. Listen to the high energy track in full below. 

The Dream, Kelly Rowland 'Where Have You Been' Ballad

The-Dream and Kelly Rowland are back at it again, this time with the track "Where Have You Been." The ballad discusses the reconciliation of a relationship before it's too late. The R&B duet is off Dream's upcoming album IV Play. Rowland and The-Dream will also hit the road together in a few days for the "Lights Out" tour.

Kev of Royal Kulture: A New York Rapper To Release His Debut

"Emotions are the thing that makes everyone the same, no matter where you are from."

Those are the words of Kevin Afuwah, a rapper who goes by the stage name Kev.

The Queens, NY native keeps this notion in his head as he works on his debut album titled Smile. His one desire is to make music that listeners can relate to. He draws upon his own experience, one that he notes as the most traumatic instance of his life.

Last June, Kev's father was diagnosed with cancer. He passed away only three months later.

"That was the inspiration to put it out," the 23-year-old said of his upcoming album. "I want to speak to people who are young and dealt with such a tragic incident."

In turn, the majority of his debut will be inspired by that melancholic period he endured. One such song is the already released "Just Smile."

Billboard Awards Performances Rock Las Vegas

As Taylor Swift snagged eight Billboard Music Awards - the most this year - other artists had their own shining moments on stage. Bruno Mars brought some funk with his performance of "Treasure" and Chris Brown paid homage to Michael Jackson as he danced to his newest song "Fine China." Justin Bieber made an interesting fashion statement, wearing a one-sleeved shirt as he performed "Take You." And Miguel, well, he accidentally landed on an audience member while singing his single "Adorn." Watch the performances below.

Friday, May 17, 2013

Beyonce Pregnant With Second Child

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It looks like Blue Ivy Carter will be an older sister since her mommy Beyonce is pregnant with her second child, according to E! Online. Earlier this week, rumors about her pregnancy circulated when the singer was forced to cancel a show in Belgium while on the Mrs. Carter Show World Tour. Still, Beyonce already hinted that this news might be coming. In an interview with Good Morning America earlier this month, Beyonce said she "would like to have more children." Apparently the superstar and her husband Jay-Z were talking about right now. 

Jennifer Lopez, Pitbull 'Live It Up' Video

Jennifer Lopez works the runway in Paris in the video for "Live It Up," her latest single featuring Pitbull. The superstar then heads to Miami Beach where she parties it up with Mr. Worldwide. The summer anthem will appear on Lopez's upcoming 10th album. Watch the sizzling video below. 

Candice Glover Wins 'American Idol'

Candice Glover was crowned the newest "American Idol" on last night's 12th season finale, beating country singer Kree Harrison. "I don't remember him saying my name," Glover told The Associated Press. "I do remember confetti getting in my mouth." The 23-year-old from South Carolina, is the first female to win in five years. And although she looked astonished when Ryan Seacrest called her name, her dynamite vocals make the title well-deserved. While Glover will go on tour with her fellow "Idol" contestants this summer, she will also release her debut Music Speaks on July 16. Listen to the album's first single "I Am Beautiful" below.