Pixie Lott - Boys & Girls [Music Video]

Fresh off her debut single going straight to #1 in the UK, Pixie Lott is back with the next single ~ BOYS & GIRLS. The song is H-O-T but the video isn't as good as the "Mama Do"clip. Take a look!

Kelly Clarkson - Already Gone [Music Video]

It's Kelly Clarkson's new video for her latest single "Already Gone". The video is great, and the song is lovely - written by the powerpop legend Ryan Tedder! Take a look.

Katie Holmes performs "Get Happy"

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Here's Katie Holmes on last night's So You Think You Can Dance, dancing and singing to "Get Happy", made famous by Judy Garland. The performance was absolutely sensational and proved what a great talent Katie is. Flawless!

Madonna - Celebration [Upcoming Greatest Hits]

Here's the official cover for Madonna's upcoming greatest hits, titled "Celebration".

I love it!

Beverley Knight - Beautiful People [Music Video]

Beverley Knight is BACK! Her new single is out 7th September, followed by her new album "100%" out September 14th. Love this new sound!

Whitney Houston - I Look To You [Album Info]

Here's some info about Whitney Houston's upcoming album "I Look To You" (out September 1st)

1. Million Dollar Bill
2. Nothin' But Love
3. Call You Tonight
4. I Look To You
5. Like I Never Left (feat. Akon)
6. A Song For You
7. I Didn't Know My Own Strength
8. Worth It
9. For The Lovers
10. I Got You
11. Salute

Chris Brown - Apology Video

Chris Brown has finally broke his silence about his assault of Rihanna. He aplogises (to Rihanna and his fans) in this video and admits he was wrong and it won't happen again. Great viewing, check it out.

The Saturdays - Up [Live On T4 On The Beach]

T4 on the Beach was held yesterday at Western Supermare beach, and one of the headline acts were the Saturdays. They performed "Work" and "Up" and above you can see their live performance of their smash hit "Up". Check it out!

LeToya interview!

Catch this interview on U.S. television with LeToya Luckett. She talks about her new album and singles, acting career and possible reunion with Destiny's Child...!

Lady GaGa - Paparazzi (LIVE)

Lady GaGa performed "Paparazzi" live on GMTV and gave a little interview with Lorraine Kelly beforehand. Check it out ~ the performance was amazing.

Cassie Davis - Do It Again [Music Video]

Here's the official music video for Cassie Davis' new single "Do It Again". I love this girl, and the song is great - it's taken from her upcoming debut album "Differently".

Mariah Carey - Obsessed [Video!]

Check out Mariah's hot new video "Obsessed" - definately a must watch, it's sexy and funny ;]

Shakira's new album has dance vibes

Info on Shakira's upcoming 3rd English album "She Wolf" :

Shakira has revealed that she decided to concentrate on the dance genre when recording her new album.

The 32-year-old singer realised that she wanted to transform her sound after teaming up with Pharrell Williams for her latest studio disc, which is due out on September 21.

Speaking to the Daily Star, she explained: "It's all about the bottom end. I really wanted to explore different dance beats and cultures on the new record. I did my research and looked into different kinds of rhythm. Plus Pharrell is a genius with beats so it came together really fast."

She added: "I'm always trying new things. It's important for me to keep interested. But the main thing was I wanted to be able to dance to this record."

The star is also preparing for the release of her new single 'She Wolf', which is expected to be the album's title track.

Shakira commented: "It's about a domestic girl who breaks free. I think we all have the wolf in us ready to come out."

CAN'T WAIT!

Kristinia DeBarge - Debut album info!

Kristina DeBarge's will release her debut album on July 28th in the U.S. and the details have been revealed on amazon.com. The debut set will feature 11 tracks including singles "Goodbye" and "Future Love". Check it out!

1. Somebody

2. Future Love

3. Speak Up

4. Goodbye

5. Sabotage

6. Died In Your Eyes

7. Powerless

8. Cried Me A River

9. Doesn't Everybody Want To Fall In Love

10. It's Gotta Be Love

11. Disconnect

Jessie James - Wanted [Live]

Check out this amazing performance from Jessie James of her single "Wanted". She's my musical crush right now - check it out =D

Beyonce - Sweet Dreams [Music Video]

Check out the premiere of Beyonce's new video for "Sweet Dreams". It's pretty good!

Hadise - Fast Life [Music Video]

"Fast Life" is the second single from Hadise's new album of the same name. I love the song and the video is really cool too - check this one out!

Kelly Clarkson performs Janet's "If" LIVE.

Check out this performance by Kelly Clarkson at a recent concert. She covered Janet Jackson's hit single "If" and in true Kelly style, gave the classic R&B/Dance song a rock twist. Check it out, a big true hommage to Janet.

Madonna tribute to Michael Jackson!

Michael Jackson was honored by Madonna at her Sticky & Sweet concert... check it out!

RIP MJ <3>

Jade Ewen - My Man [Next single!]

Here's the first play of Jade Ewen's single "My Man". The track is a massive departure from her debut single "It's My Time", which went top 30 in the UK and came 5th place in this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Check it out!!

Whitney's comeback single - hit or miss?

Check out Whitney Houston's new single "I Didn't Know My Own Strength" in the youtube video above.

What are your thoughts on the single?

Whitney's new album drops September 1st. Tentative title: "I Look To You".

Michael Jackson - last rehearsal video.

Check out this exclusive video showing Michael Jackson's last rehearsal for his would have been tour "This Is It". The performance shows MJ rehearsing for "They Don't Care About Us", proving the star was in great shape and the tour would have been simply fantastic.

Natalie Bassingthwaighte - Not For You [Video]

"Not For You" is the 4th single from Natalie Bassingthwaighte's "1000 Stars" album, and you can view the single's video above!

Michelle Williams on SKY1

Here is Michelle Williams talking about Michael Jackson and his death and legacy on SKY1 News.

Brooke Hogan interview.

Brooke Hogan was on Chelsea Lately and was interviewed about her mother, her boob job, reality TV show and more! Check it out :)

Britney Spears - Radar [Music Video]

New Britney Spears video for latest single "Radar". Check it out before Youtube deletes it!

Ciara gets emotional when talking about Michael Jackson

Watch this touching video of Ciara talking about Michael Jackson's legacy...

Mariah Carey - photos from her new music video.

Many thanks to RAP-UP.COM for exclusive photos from Mariah Carey's upcoming music video for single "Obsessed". Can't wait to see it ! Mariah is looking HOT.

Janet Jackson gives speach on BET Awards

Janet Jackson appeared at the BET Awards last night to express her family's pain over the death of Michael Jackson, and paying thanks to all the support. It was clearly very painful for Janet.

R.I.P MICHAEL JACKSON

Ciara pays tribute to Michael Jackson

Wow, check out this live performance from Ciara at last night's BET Awards. She sang Michael Jackson's hit "Heal The World" a capella. The performance was simply beautiful, Ciara's vocals with the piano paid great hommage to the late and great Michael Jackson.

Shontelle - Battlecry (Music Video)

Here's Shontelle's new music video for upcoming single "Battle Cry". Check it out!

Michael Jackson dead, aged 50.

The wonderful Michael Jackson has died, aged 50, on the 25th June 2009. May he RIP.
Such an inspiration to millions of people, including myself.

Michael Jackson, the U.S. pop star whose career spanned five decades, has died of a heart attack in Los Angeles. He was 50.

Emergency services were called to his Beverly Hills home at 12.21 p.m. on Thursday (19.21 GMT), the TMZ.com website said. He was pronounced dead some three hours later at the UCLA medical centre.

His death came shortly before he was about to take part in series of comeback concerts in London.

His brother, Jermaine, told journalists that doctors had attempted to revive the singer for more than an hour.

"The family request that the media please respect our privacy during this tough time," he added.

MICHAEL JACKSON
1958-2009.

Michael Jackson suffers cardiac arrest.

BREAKING NEWS

Michael Jackson has suffered a cardiac arrest according to many sources. Read the following report from The Mirror for a full write-up...

Michael Jackson was thought to be in hospital last night after collapsing from a heart attack, according to US reports.

The Bad singer was rushed to a hospital in an ambulance after the emergency services were called to his mansion in Holmby Hills, Los Angeles.

US sources say Jackson received CPR from paramedics inside the ambulance as he was taken to the LA hospital.

His mother was thought to have travelled to be by his side in hospital after she was called and informed of his collapse at around 12.30pm LA time.

Concerns for Jackson's health had been growing over recent months after he was rumoured to be suffering from skin cancer and was spotted taking frequent trips to hospital.

Mariah unveils new album cover.

MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT ANGEL.

Love the cover - cannot wait for the album.

mariahcarey.com for more info.

Vanessa Hudgens takes break from music.

Vanessa Hudgens has revealed that she is "taking a break" from music in order to concentrate on her film career.

The High School Musical star, who has released two albums, told MTV News that she wants to step away from albums and musicals.

"I'm kind of taking a break from music right now," she explained.

"I'm just focusing on films and acting. I feel like when I'm doing something, I really want to focus on that and try to not spread myself all over the place."

She added: "I love musicals, I really do. I grew up doing them, so it'll always have a place in my heart... at the same time, it's nice to be able to separate the two and just be able to focus on films."

Hudgens is currently shooting the fairytale-inspired Beastly alongside Alex Pettyfer and Mary-Kate Olsen.

Chris Brown will not go to Jail.

Chris Brown will not go to jail, but has finally been sentenced over his attack on Rihanna back in February. Read a full report about the hearing here:

R&B star CHRIS BROWN has avoided a jail spell after he pleaded guilty to assaulting his ex-girlfriend RIHANNA.
He made the plea just hours before the former couple was due to come face to face in court in Los Angeles.

Brown, 20, was ordered to serve 180 hours community service in his home state of Virginia and told he must stay away from Rihanna.

He will also serve five years probation for felony assault, and his progress with be monitored by the court at regular intervals.

The singer was also made to enrol in a domestic violence counselling program, according to US website TMZ.com.

Shocking pics, released earlier this year, showed how Rihanna had been left beaten and bruised following a fight with her ex on the evening of the Grammy awards in February.

The Caribbean-born songstress arrived at court dressed in all black, a sign she may have been expecting the worst.

A bystander said: "It looked as if she was going to a funeral."

Ciara feat. Missy Elliott - Work [Video!]

Check out Ciara's HOT new video for latest single "Work". It's a scorcher!

Lily Allen - Fuck You [Music Video]

Lily's new music video for her massive song "FUCK YOU" !

Koda Kumi - Hashire! [Video Clip]

Here's a 45 second clip of Koda Kumi's new song "Hashire!", from her new single "3 Splash". Along with other new song "Ectasy", "Hashire"'s FULL video should surface soon! Can't wait.
THIS IS THE SOUND OF THE SUMMER!

Pink - Funhouse [Video!]

"Funhouse" is the fourth single from Pink's "Funhouse" album! The video premiered this morning on UK TV, and you can view the exclusive video right here! Check it out & enjoy !

Aqua - Back To The 80s [Video]

Already a hit in some European countries, "Back to the 80s" is the new single from 90s group Aqua! This is from their new Greatest Hits album - and I LOVE IT.

Any thoughts?

Beyoncé - Broken Hearted Girl [Music Video]

Here's the new music video from Beyoncé - for her latest "I Am" single "Broken Hearted Girl". Check it out!

Mariah Carey - new single cover

Here's the official ssingle cover for Mariah Carey's new single "Obsessed". Looks amazing!!

Whitney Houston working with Alicia Keys

A columnist for a U.S. showbiz website has revealed some details about Whitney's new album...

Alicia Keys wrote and produced a track on the album for Whitney. Houston has been “working” Alicia for a couple of years, and it finally happened. The track is also produced by Alicia’s reported current love interest, the producer Swizz Beatz. (His real name is Kasseem Dean, by the way.)

Koda Kumi - Lick Me! [Video]

The amazing Koda Kumi is releasing a new single/EP called "3 Splash" in July. One of the tracks from the new set is called "Lick Me!" and the amazing new video can be seen above. Check it out!

Cassie - Must Be Love [Video]

Hot new video from Cassie featuring Diddy! Check it outtttt.

Leona Lewis planning worldwide tour.

Leona Lewis is ready to go on a full worldwide tour, according to Digitalspy.com.
Check out the full article here:

Leona Lewis has revealed plans for a massive world tour after releasing her second studio album.

The star confirmed that she will kick off a series of live dates next year and expects to tour well into the following year.

"I'll be touring in 2010 and through to the year after. I just can't wait," she told the Daily Star.

The 24-year-old added that the direction of her second album will perfectly complement her live shows.

"The music has a different feel this time. It’s more of a live, heavier sound with a lot of real instruments. It's something that I'll be able to perform live," she said.

Amerie - Why R U [Music Video]

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Here's the new music video for her latest single "Why R U". The track and video premiered on BET today, and the video is awesome! Totally love this track, hope it's HUGE for Amerie!

Kelly Clarkson interview on GMTV

Here's an interview with Kelly Clarkson which was on today's GMTV programme. She talked about her new single "I Do Not Hook Up" and other things! Check it out - we love Kelly!

JLS - Beat Again [Music Video]

Not brand new, but here's JLS' new video for their debut single "Beat Again". The X Factor runner-ups are still gung-ho about releasing their music, and this standard R&B track will probably be a decent sized hit for them. Check it out!

Jordin Sparks - Battlefield [Music Video]

Here's the official music video for Jordin Sparks' new single "Battlefield". The song is the first single to be lifted off her upcoming sophomore album "Battlefield". The song is fantastic, and the video is rather epic - check it out!

Exclusive: Ciara - Work [clip!]

Here is an exclusive clip of Ciara's upcoming music video for "Work", which features Missy Elliott. The song itself is fantastic and the video looks set to be incredible. Can't wait to see the final product.

Christina Aguilera reveals "Light & Darkness"

Superstar Christina Aguiler is preparing the release of her upcoming 4th studio album. According to HMV.com, the title of the album is "Light & Darkness". Producers confirmed for the album include Sia, Tricky, Linda Perry and Ladytron. Can't wait!

Whitney Houston - The Wait Is Over

It's the news the whole world is talking about. Whitney Houston is gearing up for her biggest comeback yet. Billboard.com gives a full report about Whitney's upcoming album "The Wait Is Over":

The wait is over -- Whitney Houston is finally making her comeback on Sept. 1 with an as-yet-untitled album on Arista Records. For her return, the label has set up a countdown on the New Jersey-bred artist's official site, WhitneyHouston.com, which will also preview selected tracks slated to appear on the album in coming weeks.

Producers and songwriters said to aid with the set include will.i.am, Sean Garrett and Akon, although there is no confirmation on whether a duet with Akon, "Like I Never Left," which leaked last year, will make the cut.

"The voice is there; I don't think anyone could ever take that from her. As long as we apply that voice to hit records, she'll be right back where she left off," Akon told Billboard.com back in 2007.

Houston made her first high-profile public appearance at her mentor Clive Davis' pre-Grammy gala back in February, where she performed a four-song set that included brief renditions of "I Will Always Love You" and "I Believe in You and Me" plus a tent revival-style take on "I'm Every Woman."

Houston has been dogged in recent years by drug and health issues -- including rehab stints in 2004 and 2005 -- a legal dispute with her father, John Houston, rumored financial problems and a troubled marriage to fellow singer Bobby Brown that ended in divorce.

Houston's last album was 2002's "Just Whitney," which sold 737,000 copies in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan.

Susan Boyle admitted to hospital.

The wonderful Susan Boyle has admitted to a clinc/hospital after suffering from exhaustion. It's no wonder really, after Susan's ordeal of the past 7 weeks - I hope she gets well soon and proves to the world why we fell in love with her.

Internet singing star Susan Boyle has been admitted to a private clinic after being beaten into second place in the final of the popular "Britain's Got Talent" television contest, media reported.

Boyle, 48, had been heavily backed to beat nine other finalists late on Saturday after clips of her first appearance on the show in April were downloaded nearly 200 million times and she was hailed the world over as a superstar.

But according to The Sun newspaper, Boyle suffered an "emotional breakdown" at her hotel in London on Sunday.

A police spokesman confirmed that officers had been called to a London hotel "to doctors attending a woman under the mental health act."

"She was taken voluntarily by ambulance to a clinic. At the request of doctors, police accompanied the ambulance," the spokesman added.

Despite expectations that Boyle would make a fortune from her talent and almost instant fame, there has been concern among show organizers about her ability to cope with pressure.

Boyle, who was starved of oxygen at birth leading to minor brain damage, has been pursued by the world's press since early April and, according to show judge Piers Morgan, broke down in tears repeatedly during the run-up to the final.

Nearly four million people phoned in to choose a winner, and street dance troupe Diversity won 24.9 percent of the vote ahead of Boyle's 20.2 percent.

(Billboard.com)

Amerie gears up 4th studio album

Amerie is gearing up to release her 4th studio "In Love & War". Billboard.com reveals some details about the new Amerie set...

After a two-year hiatus, singer/songwriter Amerie has announced the release of her Def Jam debut, "In Love & War," which will be available in August. The lead single, "Why R U," will be serviced June 15th, with an accompanying video directed by Ray Kay (The-Dream, Lady Gaga) premiering June 8th on BET.

Producers on the album include Teddy Riley, Sean Garrett, Eric Hudson, Jim Jonsin, Rico Love and The Buchanans, who helmed the first single -- the track that allegedly made Def Jam labelhead Antonio "L.A." Reid reconsider dropping Amerie from the label just last month. So far, no collaborations have been announced.

"In Love & War" is the Washington DC-natives fourth album, and follows her Columbia records debut, "All I Have" and her Sony releases "Touch" and "Because I Love It," which was released in Europe. "All I Have" sold 661,000 copies in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan, while "Touch" sold 406,000.

Michael Jackson's thoughts on his 50 date tour...

NME.com has reported the following news about Michael Jackson's thoughts on his upcoming 50 date residency at the O2...

Michael Jackson has hit out at his London O2 Arena gig bookers, saying he believed he only signed up to play 10 shows - not the 50 he is scheduled for - at the venue.

Speaking to fans outside the Los Angeles dance studio where he's rehearsing for the gigs, the singer admitted that he might not be physically well enough to complete all 50 shows, reports The Sun.

"I don't know how I'm going to do 50 shows," he said of the gigs, which kick off in July. "I'm not a big eater - I need to put some weight on."

The star then laid into the gig promoters, saying he only wanted to play ten shows at the O2 Arena.

"I'm really angry with them booking me up to do 50 shows," he said. "I only wanted to do ten, and take the tour around the world to other cities, not 50 in one place.

"I went to bed knowing I sold 10 dates, and woke up to the news I was booked to do 50."

Randy Phillips, head of promoters AEG, who organised the gigs, refuted Jackson's claim that he was not originally fully aware of the length of the residency.

"This is not true," he said in a statement. "The size and scale of this show would not be possible without an extended run which Michael has been fully on board with from the very beginning."

Paradiso Girls - Patron Tequila [Music Video]

Paradiso Girls have teamed up with Eve and Lil' Jon on their debut single and video! I love this song, and the video is hot - check it outttt!

Thoughts on the video ?

Jessica Mauboy - Because [Music Video]

Here's Jessica Mauboy's new music video for "Because". Check it out!

Pussycat Dolls - Hush Hush; Hush Hush [Video]

New Pussycat Dolls video!
Hush Hush; Hush Hush!

The future's bright for Adam Lambert...

Runner-up of this year's American Idol, Adam Lambert, still has a bright future ahead of him despire not winning the coveted competition.

About being the runner-up, Adam said the following:

"To me it's not about the title of 'American Idol,'" the 27-year-old singer told Billboard.com Friday (May 22). "It's the experience. I got to make music and do a difference performance every week, and I was able to use "American Idol" as a platform to get myself out there and have a career."

Of the rumor that he is gay and that homophobia may have played a role in his loss, Lambert would only respond, "Probably," then laugh and move on. "There's no need to dwell on the negative. I'm just thrilled that I get to move forward and have a career in the music industry." (Billboard Magazine)

In additional news, there are rumours that Adam will be the NEW FRONTMAN FOR QUEEN!?
That's crazy... but if anyone could fill Freddie Mercury's shoes, it's Adam Lambert.

Kris Allen wins American Idol

Kris Allen was crowned the winner of Season 8 of American Idol. The singer from Conway, Arkansas, won the title with Adam Lambert being the runner up.
After winning the competition, Kris has stated he just wants respect.

Read this article from Billboard.com...

With speculation already underway about whether "American Idol" winner Kris Allen's future in the music industry will go boom or bust, the singer wants everyone to know that he's defining success on his own terms.

"The only thing I really want to do is just be respected in the music industry," Allen tells Billboard.com. "Whether that means selling albums or winning Grammys or just people liking my music, that's all I really want to do."

Allen may not be selling albums just yet, but he certainly is selling singles. His recording of "Heartless" was at No. 4 on iTunes Top Songs chart Friday afternoon (May 22), and his first single, "No Boundaries," which was co-written by "American Idol" judge Kara DioGuardi, tops the list.

Billboard article on Kelly Rowland

Billboard.com has written an article about Kelly Rowland, and her transition to dance music. It's a great read, check it out...

Singer Kelly Rowland was in France last summer when she discovered DJ David Guetta, at one of his exhilarating techno shows in Cannes.

When she later met up with Guetta and asked him to play a new track for her, the French DJ unveiled a pop number built around a lush piano loop and throbbing percussion. The track, which would become the groundwork for "When Love Takes Over," moved Rowland to tears.

"I felt so much emotion from the track; something happened the first time I heard it, and it was just beautiful," Rowland says. The former Destiny's Child member took the track to London to write and record the song's vocals.

The finished product was unveiled at a show-stopping joint performance in March at Miami's Ultra Music Festival. Last month, "When Love Takes Over" was officially released as the first single from Guetta's upcoming album, "One Love," and bulleted at No. 2 on the Hot Dance Airplay chart.


Guetta and Rowland will perform the song at various points on Guetta's continent-crossing DJ tour during the summer.

A sugary, synth-laden ode to the excitement of the unknown, the single marks a sea change in style for both artists. After R&B powerhouse Destiny's Child disbanded in 2005, Rowland released her second solo album, "Ms. Kelly," on Columbia Records in 2007. The set offered accessible, uptempo R&B, but none of the tracks was as unabashedly club-oriented as "When Love Takes Over."

"I had spent nights dancing in the South of France from 12:45 a.m. to 8 in the morning," Rowland says, "but I had never thought about recording a dance track myself. Hearing David's song made me consider taking on this whole new style."

Guetta, meanwhile, is banking on the single to garner a stronger stateside following. The 41-year-old DJ has been a staple in French house music for more than a decade, but his fourth album, slated for a late August release, finds him dabbling with a techno/hip-hop hybrid he refers to as "electro-hop."

So far, splicing genres has helped raise Guetta's profile. He recently produced "I Gotta Feeling," the second single off the Black Eyed Peas' upcoming album "The E.N.D."

"The track with Kelly has made me experiment with a more American urban influence," Guetta says. "Musically, it's opened a new world for me. It's pure pop with a lot of detail, and Kelly had this Whitney Houston vibe and nailed it."
The success of "When Love Takes Over" comes at an intriguing time in Rowland's career. An amicable split with Columbia in March led the singer to explore other media, and she landed on Bravo's "The Fashion Show" as a co-host with style guru Isaac Mizrahi. The reality show premiered May 7.

Rowland also is readying a new charity called I Heart My Girlfriend, which will serve as an interactive support system for teenage girls. The program continues Rowland's long line of philanthropic work, including a bone marrow drive she spearheaded in March.

Although Rowland is still between labels and doesn't have concrete plans for another solo album, she hints that her next effort may return the favor for Guetta and focus more on the clubs. "This has definitely inspired me to put more of a dance sound on an album of my own," she says. "I want to try out that world without straying too far from my urban roots."

Beyonce - Ego [Music Video]

Here's Beyonce's brand new video for single "Ego". Taking from her upcoming video anthology for 3rd album "I Am.. Sasha Fierce". Check it out!

What do you think of the video ?

Mariah reveals new album title.

Mariah Carey has revealed the title of her upcoming 11th studio album.
As unveiled on her twitter, the new album will be called 'Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel'.

Can't wait!

Mandy Moore speaks to Billboard.

Mandy Moore speak exclusively to Billboard about her growth in the music industry...

Mandy Moore is hoping her forthcoming sixth studio album, "Amanda Leigh," continues the gradual process of transitioning from teen hitmaker ("Candy") to greater acceptance as a bona fide musical artist.

"I find it silly that there would be any sort of apprehension, as if it's really hard to believe that people grow up and evolve and change," Moore, who married singer-songwriter Ryan Adams in March, tells Billboard.com. "I mean, it was 10 years ago; I don't think anyone wants what they did when they were 14 or 15 to follow them around.

"I was proud of the work I was doing back then, but I was really just a kid. I'm going to continue to grow, and my musical tastes will change and hopefully I'll only get better and better and work harder and harder and study more. I'm not desperately seeking out credibility as an artist. I just love music. This is what I'm most passionate about."

Unlike 2007's "Wild Hope," which Moore calls "a big kind of studio album," "Amanda Leigh" -- which comes out May 26 -- was recorded with producer and co-writer Mike Viola, mostly at engineer Ducky Carlisle's basement studio near Boston. "I enjoyed breaking it down even more from 'Wild Hope,' where we were in a beautiful, huge state-of-the-art studio and you had a bunch of people there for, like six weeks," says Moore, who also co-wrote songs for "Amanda Leigh" with Inara George and Lori McKenna.

"This was the more acoustic form of that, I guess. This was ideal and, like, the ultimate learning experience for me. I felt like I was the kid sister and the assistant in terms of learning about the production and engineering side of things, just being present for absolutely everything. That's a lot different from being 14 and 15 yeas old and just being brought into the studio song by song with a different songwriting team or production team."

Moore has "no solidified plans as of yet" to tour in support of "Amanda Leigh," but she predicts that "we'll be doing our fair share of little things here and there." And while her acting career has taken second-fiddle to music the past couple of years, Moore says that she plans to put some focus on that during the second half of 2009.

"I'm ready. I'm excited," she notes. "I want to be challenged in the way that I've been challenged with music. I felt like for awhile there so much of my energy was put on...the acting and film stuff that the music had to sort of match. Now the film stuff has to make sense, too, and match up to the music."

Brooke Hogan - Falling [Music Video]

Brooke Hogan f/ Stack$ (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Here's Brooke Hogan's new single and music video for "Falling". The single features Stacks the rapper, and the video is actually really good!

Thoughts on the video ?

Alexander Rybak - Fairytale [Live At Eurovision]

...and here is last night' Eurovision winner - Alexander Rybak with his song "Fairytale". The Norway entry won with a record breaking number of votes, and was voted by every single country! Go Alexander! He did really well, and you can see his live performance above.

Thoughts on the winner?

Hadise - Düm Tek Tek [Video]

Here's the official music video for Düm Tek Tek, the Turkish Eurovision entry from Hadise. The track is so addictive, quite similar to a Shakira track actually. Definately check this one out - Hadise came 4th in the competition last night.

Thoughts on this song?

Waldo's People - Lose Control [Music Video]

Waldo's People represented Finland at last night's Eurovision song contest in Russia. Their track "Lose Control" came last, but it's a fantastic dance tune - I definately reccomend this!

Thoughts on the song ?

Paula Abdul on Jimmy Kimmel.

Check out this video of Paula Abdul's interview with Jimmy Kimmel this week. She discusses everything IDOL! Check it out :)

Any thoughts / comments?

Keri Hilson talks about Best Songs

Here's a video of Keri Hilson discussing her "best songs". She also talks about her writing process, and about dreaming songs!

Also, check out this cool video from when Keri was in London recently. It's her reaction to hearing her song in a McDonalds...



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Ashanti to be dropped from Murder Inc.

From Billboard.com...

Irv Gotti, whose Murder Inc. label once boasted such chart-topping artists like Ja Rule and Ashanti, says he's "going to drop" the latter.

"Our relationship has run its course. We're in two totally different places," the Queens-born producer and label head told MTV about his current relationship with Ashanti this week. "We don't really speak or talk and it's sad, but in another way it's like its all good. I don't think she could win - she needs some guidance, but she's not thinking that and honestly, I'm going to drop her."

In related news, the R&B singer will be making her stage debut this summer as Dorothy in a revival of "The Wiz." The musical will play June 12 through July 5 at New York City Center as part of its "Encores! Summer Stars" series.

Ciara and Jay-Z plan U.S. tour

From Billboard.com

Jay-Z and Ciara are planning a summer tour together, the former's representative has confirmed to Billboard.com.

"I will say it because the information has been leaked. Me and Jay-Z will be doing a 10-city tour run together! More details coming soon! [sic]" Ciara revealed on Twitter Monday night.

The full itinerary has not yet been announced, but Jay-Z's rep did say it won't be a 10-city tour, although she wouldn't confirm if it was more shows or less.

Still, a few dates and venues have already been revealed, including stops July 3 and 4 at The Pearl at The Palms in Las Vegas, July 10 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut, and July 12 in Atlanta.

Before the Jay-Z tour, Ciara will support Britney Spears on the European leg of the "Circus" tour in June.

Kelly Rowland - When Love Takes Over [Live]

Kelly Rowland was in Swindon this weekend at Radio 1's Big Weekend live gigs. She performed an acoustic version of her hit with David Guetta, "When Love Takes Over". She performed the song brilliantly, and its great to see Kelly back on stage!

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Freesmasons + Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Heartbreak Make Me A Dancer [Video]

Here's the new music video from Freemasons and Sophie Ellis-Bextor for their collaboration "Heartbreak Make Me A Dancer". Take a look - a great dance song.

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Cassie - Must Be Love [Sneak peek]

Here's a sneak pic of the new Cassie video. The video for "Must Be Love" features Diddy and we can exclusively scene this behind the scenes footage, with Cassie rocking her new shaven look!

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Erykah Badu set date for new album

Rap-up.com has released details about Erykah Badu's upcoming album...

Badu makes her return to music on August 18 with New Amerykah, Part 2 (Return of the Ankh), Rap-Up.com has learned. The effort is the sequel to last year’s New Amerykah, Part 1 (4th World War).

I can't wait!

Melanie Fiona - Give It To Me Right [Video]

Here's the debut music video from Melanie Fiona. The track, "Give It To Me Right", is a fantastic R&B/Soul track and worth a listen! Take a look :)

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Ciara interview with MTV

Here's an interview that Ciara did with MTV this week.

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Lil' Kim feat. T-Pain - Download [Music Video]

Dancing with the Stars contestant and rapper Lil' Kim is back with a new single. "Download" features T-Pain and the official video for the single can be viewed above! Take a look.

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Paula Abdul to premiere new song on American Idol

Paula Abdul is releasing her new single and will perform it tomorrow night on American Idol. Read an article with lots details below...

Straight up, Paula Abdul is going to perform her new single, "I'm Just Here for the Music," on "American Idol" on Wednesday night, she told Ryan Seacrest on his radio show Tuesday morning (May 5).

The "American Idol" judge, who most recently choreographed a number during the show's disco week, will release the new song on PaulaAbdul.com, according to the Los Angeles Times' Idol Tracker blog.

Abdul worked on the dance track with producer Oliver Lieber, who also collaborated with her on her 1988 album, Forever Your Girl. "I'm Just Here for the Music," the first single from Paula's yet-untitled fall album, was also co-written by Danielle Brisebois and Wayne Rodrigues.

Before premiering the song on Seacrest's KIIS FM show, Abdul said she just made the decision to perform it on "Idol" this weekend. "I wasn't sure if I was going to do it, because timing is of the essence," she said. "I put everything together Saturday, rehearsed on Sunday. ... I feel really good about it. There's a lot to see in less than three minutes."

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Teairra Mari - Cause A Scene [Music Video]

Teairra Mari Cause a Scene Featuring FloRida

We finally have it! Here's the new music video from Teairra Mari. The song, "Cause A Scene", features Flo Rida and the video is one of the hottest R&B clips of the year. Definately check this one out.

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Keri Hilson - Knock You Down [Live Performance]

Here's Keri Hilson and Kanye West performing their song "Knock You Down" on the David Letterman show. Check it out, hot performance!

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Eminem - 3am [Music Video]

Here's the new Eminem video for the latest single "3am". Take a look - quite scary!

What do you think of the video ?

Miley Cyrus wins the Poll!

Congratulations to Miley Cyrus who all you voted as the Best Disney Star! She won with over a third of the vote. Go Miley!

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Livvi Franc - Free [Music Video]

Livvi Franc is a new artist from the Carribean and is set to explode on the music scene with her debut single "Free". The single will be released in the UK this summer and here's the music video. Check it out, it's great!

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