Here are some new photos of various celebrities conducting their every day (seemingly normal) lives!

First up we have Kim Kardashian and her BFF Brittny Gastineau, who were both spotted doing some shopping at Barneys New York in Los Angeles Friday afternoon (Oct 23). Rapper/actress Queen Latifah was seen leaving Urth Cafe after a morning work-out in West Hollywood Friday morning (Oct 23). And the west coast paparazzi also snapped some pics of singer/actress Brandy as she did some shopping on Robertson Blvd in Los Angeles Sunday (Oct 25).

Check out all of the pictures below!

Damn is everybody trying to go short these days?! After rocking braids for so long, Brandy decided to change up her look and wear long, straight hair back in 2002 when she released her third studio album, Full Moon. Now, fast forward to 2009 and the 30-year-old R&B singer has either cut her hair or got one of those short wigs, like Ciara (we’re not hair experts so we have no idea). And here’s a first look at her new ‘do via a picture she released on her Twitter Saturday morning. We’re still not sure whether or not we’re feeling it so we’re going to save our judgment until she shows us more angles. But it doesn’t look too bad from the side…

According to Jawn Murray over at AOL BV Buzz, R&B singer Brandy has been released from her recording contract with Epic Records due to subpar album sales. The 30-year-old’s fifth studio album, Human, released on December 8th 2008, has only sold 196,509 units to date.

“Her friend Brandon Creed that works as an A&R representative at Epic Records has been making calls to see if other labels would be interested in signing her,” a record company source told me.

In addition, Brandy has also parted ways with her management. The former ‘Moesha’ star had been represented in recent months by Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Management. The McComb, Miss.-bred singer’s relationship with Roc Nation supposedly dissolved because of “creative differences.”

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Usher: “This loss has deeply saddened me, with a heavy heart I composed this statement. May God cover you Michael. We all lift your name up in prayer. I pray for the entire Jackson family particularly Michael’s mother and all his fans that loved him so much. I would not be the artist, performer, and philanthropist I am today without the influence of Michael. I have great admiration and respect for Him and I’m so thankful I had the opportunity to meet and perform with such a great entertainer In so many ways he transcended culture. He broke barriers, he changed radio formats! With music, he made it possible for people like Oprah Winfrey and Barack Obama to impact the mainstream world. His legacy is unparalleled Michael Jackson will never be forgotten.”

Diddy: “Michael Jackson showed me that you can actually see the beat. He made the music come to life!! He made me believe in magic. I will miss him!”

Ludacris: “If it were not for Michael Jackson I would not be where or who I am today. His Music and Legacy will live on Forever. Prayers to the fam. R.I.P.”

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Pop singer Rihanna is apparently back to work on a new album, despite all of the drama surrounding her life at this very moment. The paparazzi spotted her on her way to a recording studio in Santa Monica, CA over the weekend.

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Rihanna partied it up to celebrate her 21st birthday with a few of her celebrity friends over the weekend in Manhattan. Sources say the pop singer shared a dinner Friday evening at the Spotted Pig restaurant in New York City with Brandy, Beyonce and Jay-Z. She was seen in a car smiling and laughing with Brandy after their dinner. Continue reading for more pics.

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Jazmine Sullivan posed for photos at her concert afterparty at Club Bed in Miami, FL last night. The R&B singer performed last night at a concert featuring headliners Ne-Yo and Musiq Soulchild.

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Lovebirds Chris Brown and Rihanna performed together on stage Friday night (Dec. 12th) at the Z100 Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Other performers included Ne-Yo, Kanye West, Brandy, and more. Continue reading for the rest of the photos!

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Rapper Kanye West and filmmaker Spike Jonze attended a screening for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button in New York. Did you know Yeezy plans on taking a break from hip-hop so that he can move to London to pursue his love of fashion? He wants to intern for Louis Vuitton so that he can perfect Pastelle, his own clothing line. More candids when you continue reading.

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Brandy will release her fifth studio album, “Human,” on Tuesday, December 9th 2008. This is her first project on her new home label Epic Records. The “Afrodisiac” singer left Atlantic Records back in 2005. After all the drama that occurred in her personal life in recent years, Brandy wants us to know that she is just ‘human.’ The album has critics on edge waiting days before the release to critique audiences of Brandy’s revival.

LISTEN: BRANDY – FALL

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Here’s the GOT video premiere of Brandy’s brand new music video for her latest single, “Long Distance.” Her new album, Human, is looking at a December 9th 2008 release date, which is next Tuesday.

John Legend’s new album, Evolver, has been out for some time now, and everyone has been talking about it! “Green Light,” featuring Andre 3000 has been one of our favorite songs now for a minute. So, we had no other choice but to review the album. Producers that are featured on this project are Kanye West, John Legend, Malay, KP, Midi Mafia, Will.I.Am, Trevor Horn, Devo Springsteen, The Neptunes, Supa Dups, and Teddy Riley. The album has been considered to be John Legend’s most heavy pop influenced effort.

LISTEN: JOHN LEGEND – THIS TIME

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R&B singers Brandy & John Legend both recently appeared on MTV’s TRL to promote their albums. John Legend’s album, Evolver, is now in stores! Go pick it up! Brandy promoted her album, Human, which will be in stores December 9th. She also performed her first single, “Right Here (Departed)”, from her upcoming album. Make sure you guys go support Brandy when her album drops. Check out the rest of the pics after the cut!

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK // MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH 2008 » Kanye West, Joy Bryant, Brandy, Serena Williams, and Jay-Z where all spotted yesterday attending various Spring 2009 fashion shows during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York. Is it me or has Kanye been looking a little “rough around the edges” since his break-up with Alexis Phifer? Maybe it’s just me, but I know I’m not the only one who noticed he wore this same outfit during his performance at the VMAs Sunday night! More pics after the jump! Check them out!

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The 5th Anniversary of Fashion Rocks! went down Friday night and the stars definitely came out and shined. Many celebrities came out to prove they can dress the best and the most…risky. Either way they still rocked the latest. Stars like Chris Brown, Rihanna, Ciara, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, Brandy, Ashanti, Tyra Banks, and more all came out to show their love for fashion. Check out the best to the worst after the cut.

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Here is official video premiere of “Right Here (Departed)” by R&B recording artist Brandy. The song is Brandy’s first single from her forthcoming project, which will be available in stores and online Nov. 11th, Human (Epic Records). The video, I’m not too crazy about it, the whole time watching it I was repeating to myself, “It’s about the music.” Being that said, Brandy looked flawless and I think the song as a single is catchy and relative in my opinion.

Brandy’s official Web site was recently updated not too long ago with news, pictures, and other information regarding Brandy’s forthcoming album entitled Human (Epic) in stores November 11th! I am so loving everything about this project, I want Brandy to win so badly, she really is underrated. “Right Here (Departed)” is just … amazing! I swear I’ve played it over 400 times (iTunes does not lie) nonstop! This song is so beautiful, from the lyrics to the production and arrangements.

♫ Brandy – “Right Here (Departed)”

R&B songstress Brandy has returned with all new music, the Darkchild-produced “Right Here (Departed)” debuted on the singer’s Web site and MySpace page August 13th and is expected to make its way to radio stations later in the following weeks this month. “Right Here” would be the first single lifted from Brandy’s forthcoming yet-titled album, reportedly set to be released later on this year.

So far, response to “B-Rocka”’s latest material (”Right Here“) overall has been well-received all over the Internet on popular blog-type sites and messages forums due to it’s substantial crossover appeal. The song, however still recognizably Brandy in vocal arrangements, is whimsically crafted with urban edge. Brandy along with longtime collaborative partner Darkchild turns a rough beat and makes it their own. Brandy with her soft angelic tone and Darkchild fusing all the elements of pop, hip-hop and that classic R&B sound Brandy is known for citing her Never Say Never days, only this would be a more upbeat, modern day version sound.

The lyrics to “Right Here” itself are overwhelming and declarative, “When your tears have dried from cryin’ / And the world has turned to silence / When the clouds have all departed / You’ll be right here with me“. I also feel Brandy’s tone of conviction flourishes with “I will be there right beside you every step you take / I will be your strength, your shelter, shield you from the rain” leaving an euphoric shiver up and down your spine. Beautiful. I must have listened to this song well over 50 times!

Aye girl, there’s something on yo head!! Solange (formerly known as Beyonce’s little sister) is currently hanging out in London, and was spotted in the city sometime today. It has just been confirmed that the singer will be the new face of Armani Jeans. Here’s a quote from Giorgio Armani himself:

“Armani Jeans expresses my vision of a young, independent, casual lifestyle with a strong and cool, fashion sensibility. Solange epitomises this style perfectly and brings to it that swing so evident in her new single, I Decided.”

Solange is making paper! It’s so crazy how quickly she’s come into her own here recently. I’m happy for her. More candids of your favorite celebs when you continue reading!

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New music from Brandy has been leaked and I must say that it feels good to finally hear her voice again. Brandy has to be one of the most underrated artists I know. Her voice is never bogus and I can’t wait to hear more from her on this upcoming album. She’s working with her long time friend and super producer Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins. Bryan-Michael Cox and Danjahandz is also on board with this new album. Some of tracks will be written by Keri Hilson. Looking at this lineup this album is looking good already. One of the tracks, “List”, is produced by The Underdogs (Jordin Sparks’s “No Air”, Chris Brown’s “Take You Down” and more). The track “Sometimes” is a smooth ballad and sounds like it’s produced by B-Cox. Check out both tracks below.

? Click Here To Listen To “List”

? Click Here To Listen To “Sometimes”

Earlier this month, we reported that the L.A. City Attorney’s Office had until December 30, 2007 to file any criminal charges against singer Brandy, and since today is in fact December 30, 2007, we can officially report that Brandy is in the clear via PEOPLE.

“The City Attorney’s Office has decided not to file misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter charges against Brandy Norwood in the case stemming from a December 30, 2006, traffic collision,” that office’s spokesman Frank Mateljan said in a statement.

“After conducting a thorough investigation, which included consulting with some of the top accident reconstruction experts in the country, City prosecutors concluded that there was insufficient evidence from which a jury could find Ms. Norwood guilty of such a charge beyond a reasonable doubt,” he said.

Police said the singer was not distracted or under the influence at the time of the accident. Investigators initially recommended a charge of misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter, which carries a penalty of up to a year in jail. Brandy still faces four wrongful-death lawsuits filed on behalf of Aboudihaj’s parents, her widower, her two children and another victim of the crash, Mallory Ham. A civil trial date is set for January 28th.

The fatal car accident occurred on December 30th 2006 around 10:30 A.M. Brandy was reportedly driving northbound on the 405 Freeway, going about 65 MPH in her Range Rover. She didn’t notice when traffic in front of her slowed and rammed into Awatef Aboudijah’s car, causing the victim to veer to the left where she was hit by another car before slamming into the center median. Awatef died eight hours later at the hospital, succumbing to massive internal bleeding.

Time for another throwback, this one is Brandy – “What About Us,” from the singer’s 2002 album Full Moon (Atlantic). The video was directed by Dave Meyers (<3.) and the actual single was produced by Rodney ‘Darkchild’ Jerkins. I decided to post the video since tomorrow is it’s 7-year anniversary and Full Moon was my shit. Brandy just had that complex sound that seemed almost organic and she’s always been one of my top favorite female vocalist. Brandy, please hurry with the album – the music industry needs you!