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Paula Abdul wasn’t the only one who got the axe from “X Factor” last night. Judge Nicole Scherzinger and host Steve Jones were also fired from the talent competition TV show.

Fox confirmed the news that neither of them will be returning to the show.

We knew Simon was ruthless, but gee whiz….looks like nobody’s safe around that guy!

“X Factor” judge Nicole Scherzinger took to the X Factor stage last night to perform a brand new song of hers called “Pretty.”

The song will appear on the singer’s solo debut “Killer Love,” due in stores next year in the U.S.

Check out the performance below:

The new “Men in Black III” trailer has finally arrived!

It was 15 years ago that the original “Men in Black“, starring Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones, hit theaters.

Not only did the film have a super awesome theme song and set a precedent for cool, but it was also a box office smash and became a prevalent part of pop culture. And it made sense that Hollywood would jump at the chance to release a sequel 5 years later, known as “Men in Black II.”

Now, nearly a decade after MIB 2′s release, the film franchise’s third installment, ‘Men in Black III‘ is set to be released, featuring Smith and Jones, yet again, as well as Josh Brolin (who plays a younger version of Jones), Emma Thompson, Bill Hader and Nicole Scherzinger.

But can the film live up to the hype surrounding it? Check out the trailer below and judge for yourself!

Jay-Z and Justin Timberlake laughed it up and appeared to have a grand ol’ time together last Thursday night (nov 17) at the 2011 GQ “Men of the Year” party at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, CA. In addition to a few other guys, both Jay-Z and JT have their own special edition GQ covers coming out this month.

Other guests at the party held to celebrate GQ Magazine’s December 2011 “Men of the Year” issue were Lala and Carmelo Anthony, Justin Timberlake’s girlfriend Jessica Biel, actress Paula Patton, comedian Jimmy Fallon, R&B singer/actor Tyrese Gibson, “True Blood” actor Joe Manganiello and many more.

Check out 20+ photos form the 2011 GQ “Men of the Year” party below:

Rihanna, Pharrell and Enrique Iglesias lent their musical expertise on Wednesday night’s (Oct 12) episode of “The X Factor.”

Rihanna joined X Factor judge L.A. Reid at his home in the Hamptons mentoring the boys, and Pharrell was over at Paula Abdul‘s house helping her out and mentoring the groups.

Nicole Scherzinger got some help from her friend Enrique Iglesias, who critiqued the contestants aged over 30, while Simon Cowell‘s guest judge Mariah Carey was unable to fulfill her duties due to her flight being grounded because of Hurricane Irene.

Watch Rihanna, Pharell and Enrique Iglesias guest judge on the X Factor below:

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Brian Bradley

Skyelor Anderson

Nick Voss

Nicole Scherzinger & Enrique Iglesias

Dextor Haygood

Elaine Gibbs

James Kenney

Paula Abdul & Pharrell Williams

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Lakoda Rayne

The Brewer Boys

Simon Cowell & Mariah Carey (No-Show)

Tora Woloshin

Caitlin Koch

Drew Ryniewicz

Day 2 of the inaugural iHeartRadio Music Festival saw performances from the likes of Usher, David Guetta, Aerosmith and Nicole Scherzinger.

Sting even performed a duet with Aerosmith front-man Steven Tyler during the show!

See 10+ photos (along with some video footage) below:

Former Pussycat Doll turned X Factor USA judge Nicole Scherzinger declared her love for pop icon Britney Spears by imitating the superstar during an interview on Conan O’Brien’s TBS talk show on Monday night.

But the love didn’t stop at Britney. The “Right There” singer also declared her love for the red-haired TV show host.

“I’ve been a groupie forever,” she admitted while sitting in her show stopping fitted animal print dress.

Watch below:

Lady Gaga stepped out in this all red ensemble Friday night (Aug 26) as she arrived on the red carpet of the Atom Factory’s pre-VMA dinner, of which she hosted.

The event, sponsored by Ciroc Vodka and Streamline Records, also featured appearances from R&B singer Mary J. Blige, producer Dallas Austin, rapper Nas and singer Nicole Scherzinger.

Check out the pics below:

Singer Nicole Scherzinger gets wet and wild in her brand new music video!

“Wet,” the fourth single from the former Pussycat Doll leader’s solo album “Killer Love,” follows Scherzinger’s hit single “Right There.”

The release of this video comes just in time too, because Nicole Scherzinger is set to star as a judge on “X Factor USA,” set to premiere in just a few short weeks.

Save your congratulations and well wishes for Nicole Scherzinger and race-car driver Lewis Hamilton … because according to the “X Factor U.S.A” judge, they are NOT engaged!

Rumors swirled over the weekend that the former Pussycat Doll was engaged to her boyfriend of four years, but the Pussycat Doll set the record straight Sunday via Twitter.

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The engagement rumors came about after Scherzinger’s father, Alfonso Valiente, told the Daily Mail in an interview, “yes, they are engaged,” but it looks like Papa Scherzinger was mistaken.

Nicole cleared up the confusion once and for all Monday, writing, “Hi all:) Just to reaffirm, Alfonso was misquoted… Lewis and I are not engaged. But thanks for the love and support!”

Singers Jessie J and Nicole Scherzinger performed last Saturday (May 14) at the Carlisle Airport in the UK for Day 1 of Radio 1′s Big Weekend. The Black Eyed Peas were also a part of the many other acts who performed that night.

Take a look at 15+ pictures of Jessie, Nicole and BEP performing in London below:

Here’s Nicole Scherzinger’s new video for her Fiddy Cent assisted single “Right There” off her new Killer Love album.

Check out the steamy visual below:

Former Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger may be in the running to host the highly anticipated US version of the talent show, “X Factor”.

A source has told PEOPLE: ”Nicole Scherzinger will be the show’s host.”

During a recent interview with Ryan Seacrest on his KIIS FM radio show, Simon Cowell gushed about Nicole: ”I absolutely adore her. She’s gorgeous and ruthlessly ambitious.”

Scherzinger previously appeared on the UK’s version of “X Factor” as a guest judge for a few weeks and her fellow colleagues had nothing but praise to say on her behalf. UK judge Louis Walsh, who had a slight crush on her, said “This girl has the X Factor in every way. She was incredibly impressive and ticked every box”. The show’s host Dermot O’Leary added “She was hilarious.”

So far Cowell and L.A. Reid are the only confirmed judges on the show. Simon told PEOPLE in March that along with a string of other Hollywood names both Paula Abdul and Cheryl Cole are also in the running to become judges.

Full time hottie (and singer) Nicole Scherzinger was spotted checking herself in at LAX Airport on Monday (Dec 20).

Nicole, who’s been trying to gain momentum as a solo act for a while now, showed off her gorgeous long black hair and a fresh, make-up less face.

More pics of Nicole below!

Singer and former Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger was all smiles as she was seen arriving to and leaving the celebrity hotspot restaurant Katsuya in Los Angeles on Thursday (Dec 9).

The Hawaiian hottie, who recently made an appearance at the Jingle Bell Ball in London,  was rocking a short black dress with sheer black leggings. Tres chic!

More pics of sexy Nicole below!

Stars began arriving at day one of The Jingle Bell Ball at the O2 Arena in London today (Sat. Dec 4).

The Black Eyed Peas, who released their sixth album The Beginning in November, were there to do their thing. Fergie arrived wearing a leopard print sun hat and dark sunglasses while Will.i.Am rocked his Lego accessories.

Singer Nicole Scherzinger was also in attendance with a very retro hair-do and outfit, looking better than ever.

More pics below!

Singer (and “Dancing with the Stars” champion) Nicole Scherzinger hung out with Hip-Hop moguls Dr. Dre and Sean “Diddy” Combs at the launch party celebrating the release of Diddy’s brand new “Diddybeats” headphones at Underbar at W Union Square in New York City Wednesday night (May 26).

Other folks at the gathering were comedian Tracy Morgan, Sony/Interscope record exec. Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre’s wife Nicole. Check out a few pics of everyone below…

Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger walked away a winner last night during the finale of the tenth season of ABC‘s “Dancing with the Stars.” Nicole and her dance partner Derek Hough scored 115 points (out of 120) from the judges for their dances Monday and Tuesday night and received a ton of viewer votes, which put them over the edge against their competitors Olympic figure skater Evan Lysacek and his partner Anna Trebunskaya.

Her competition in the final hour was Evan Lysacek, who nabbed 108 judges’ points with partner Anna Trebunskaya before viewer votes were tallied. “It’s been such a blast,” Lysacek told Tom Bergeron after Scherzinger’s big win, noting that he and Trebunskaya would be “bonded forever” by their dancing days. “We’re so proud of Nicole and Derek!”

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But the 31-year-old entertainer says she won’t be keeping her disco ball trophy.

“I’m going to give it to my mom because she’s the reason I really did this show,” the Pussycat Doll, 31, told Us after the show. “This is for her!”

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Seeing that Nicole is a professional dancer and all, it’s a no-brainer that she’d win. But we find it a little unfair that they let her compete at all given that she already has a strong background in dance. But regardless, congrats to her!

R&B singer Ciara was one of many celebrities who showed up Wednesday night (May 19) at the Maxim Magazine Hot 100 Party at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles.

Kanye’s girl Amber Rose (without Kanye, as usual lately), Tila Tequila, Mario and more were also spotted at the event. And rapper/producer Jermaine Dupri provided guests with tunes as the DJ for the evening.

Check out 10+ pictures from the Maxim Hot 100 Party in LA below…

Rapper Nelly held a fan meet and greet and autograph signing this past Friday (May 7) at Macy’s in Culver City, CA to promote his new “Apple Bottoms” collection.

Singer Nicole Scherzinger, who is currently a contestant on ABC‘s “Dancing with the Stars,” hosted an evening at Caesars Palace’s Pure Nightclub Saturday night (May 8) in Las Vegas.

Recording artist Sean Paul showed off his crazy new haircut as he walked the red carpet for the JabbaWockeez dance crew show opening night at the Tabu Ultra Lounge at the MGM Grand Hotel/Casino in Vegas Friday evening (May 7). The hell was he thinking?!

R&B singer Mary J. Blige spoke at the “Stronger: Girls’ Empowerment Day” at the Time Wanter Center Friday in New York City.

Grammy award winning rapper Eve took pictures and signed autographs as she hosted a meet and greet session with her fans at Journey’s Friday afternoon in New York City.

Actor Taye Diggs took part in Amtrak’s National Train Day celebration at Penn Station in New York City Friday.

Comedian turned late night talk show host George Lopez and his buddy rapper Snoop Dogg laughed it up and clowned around Thursday (May 6) on the red carpet of the 10th Annual Lupus LA Orange Ball in Beverly Hills, California.

Nick Cannon and Jessica Simpson were spotted at the Operation Smile Annual Gala at Cipriani, Wall Street Thursday in NYC.

Actress Joy Bryant hit up the Brotherhood/Sister Sol 6th Annual Voices Gala at Cedar Lake in New York Thursday evening.

Singer Toni Braxton and her son 7-year-old son Diesel showed off matching haircuts as they filmed a “We Volunteers” Public Service Announcement for We TV at the American Movie Company last Thursday in New York.

Rapper Antwan “Big Boi” Patton of Outkast kicked off promo rounds for his upcoming debut solo album Sir Luscious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty by dropping by Fuse Studios in New York City to record an appearance on the “Fuse Top 20 Countdown” last Thursday.

Two of the three Kardashian sisters (Kim and Khloe) promoted their QuickTrim diet product at a couple of in-store appearances Thursday in Sherman Oaks, California.

And last Wednesday (May 5) twin actresses Tamera and Tia Mowry walked the red carpet of the 2010 A&E Upfront presentation at the IAC Building in New York.

Ciara walked the red carpet Thursday evening (Apr 22) as she arrived at the US Weekly Hot Hollywood Style Issue celebration at Drai’s Hollywood inside the W Hotel in Hollywood.

Other celebs including Jennifer Lopez, Lala Vazquez, Paris Hilton, Aubrey O’Day, Angela Simmons and more were also spotted posing for pictures on the red carpet before making their way into the building for US Weekly’s event. 10+ pictures below and when you continue reading…

The brand new season of ABC’s hit reality competition “Dancing With The Stars” should be pretty interesting and training has already begun! We managed to get our hands on a couple of the official photos for the show, which includes Chad Ochocinco, Nicole Scherzinger, and Niecy Nash!

Other contestants on the show include Pamela Anderson, Aiden Turner, Shannen Doherty, ESPN’s Erin Andrews, Olympic gold medalist Evan Lysacek, Kate Gosselin and Jake Pavelka. The show’s two-hour premiere is slated for March 22th at 8 PM. Check out a couple pics below…

The music video for “We Are the World: 25 for Haiti” debuted Friday night (Feb 12) during the opening ceremony for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

This version of the song, featuring vocals from Justin Bieber, Jennifer Hudson, Lil Wayne, Janet Jackson, Miley Cyrus, Jamie Foxx, Mary J. Blige, Kanye West, T-Pain, Usher, Wyclef Jean and much more, is much more contemporary than the original but it fits today’s music era. The song’s original writer and singer Michael Jackson also appears in the song and video (his sister Janet sings the first chorus with footage of Mike thrown in). They also kept one of MJ’s original parts and show footage of him singing it (Nice!).

The 25th Anniversary recording features over 80 artists and performers. The recording of We Are The World 25 For Haiti embodied the same enthusiasm, sense of purpose and generosity as the original recording 25 years ago. Every one of the artists who participated, regardless of genre or generation, walked into the room with their hearts and souls completely open to coming together to help the people of Haiti.

The video shows footage of Haiti and the efforts surrounding its repair, along with footage of the artists mentioned above and more recording the song in the studio. Check it out below…

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In an effort to raise money for Haitian earthquake relief, a gang of singers, rappers, producers, musicians and other celebrities showed up at Jim Henson Studios yesterday (Mon. Feb 1) in Hollywood to record “We Are the World 25 Years for Haiti,” a remake of Michael Jackson‘s famous “We Are the World” song, which raised at least $30 million for African humanitarian programs 25 years ago.

Quincy Jones and Lionel Richie came together and rounded up folks like Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Jennifer Hudson, Wyclef Jean, Jamie Foxx, Justin Bieber, LL Cool J, Usher, Keri Hilson, Brandy and a ton of other celebrities to lay down vocals and instrumentals for the charity single.

The song and accompanying music video will premiere on NBC next Friday (Feb. 12th) during the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics. Check out 30+ pictures of celebrities banding together for a good cause below…

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Over 83 million people tuned in last Friday night (Jan 22) to catch the Hope for Haiti Now telethon, which aired live and commercial-free on several major networks and was also streamed real-time online. The effort was spearheaded by MTV Networks, actor George Clooney and rapper/singer Wyclef Jean (who is from Haiti himself) in an effort to raise awareness and relief for the troubled country of Haiti, who suffered a massive earthquake earlier this month. According to recent numbers, over $61 million in pledges were made by members of the general public. Organizers will continue to take contributions for the next six months.

Celebrities who helped out by either performing or taking phone calls from pledges (or both) included Jay-Z, Rihanna, Bono from U2, Taylor Swift, Denzel Washington, Beyonce, Jennifer Hudson and tons more. Continue reading for more pictures and click here to peep the performances if you missed them last week.

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Actress/musician Queen Latifah played host to the 2010 People’s Choice Awards, held Wednesday night (Jan 6) at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles. Latifah and rapper/actor LL Cool J presented the “Favorite Female Artist” award to Taylor Swift together during the show.

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The British paparazzi caught a glimpse of Rihanna dressed in all black and drenched in pearls as she arrived at Shoreditch House for the afterparty for the premiere of “Inglorious Basterds” in London, England Friday night (Jul 24).

Here are also new candid pics of Diddy, Ginuwine, Rick Fox and more!

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Newlyweds Mike Tyson and Lakiha Spicer were seen eating a late lunch Tuesday (Jul 7) in Los Angeles at Cafe Med after attending Michael Jackson‘s private funeral and memorial services earlier in the day.

We also grabbed some candid photos of Vanessa Williams, Paris Hilton, Sacha Baron Cohen and more. Continue reading to check them out!

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No matter how much fun you had this past Saturday on 4th of July, we guarantee whatever event you attended didn’t top Diddy and Ashton Kutcher‘s White Party. Everybody who was anybody attended the event, which was held to help raise awareness for Malaria No More.

The Ciroc-sponsored event was held at a private residence in Beverly Hills, California Saturday (Jul 4) and saw appearances from Chris Brown, Teyana Taylor, Amber Rose, Tyrese, Lil Kim and lots of other celebs. Continue reading for a ton of pics from what looked to be the official event of the summer!

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The Pussycat Dolls (L to R: Kimberly Wiatt, Melody Thornton, Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Jessica Sutta) posed for a pic at their concert after party at PURE in Vegas Saturday night. Continue reading for a few more pics.

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LeBron James has just shot a 3-minute long commercial for his latest release of the Nike Zoom LeBron VI: After Six. The sexy Nicole Scherzinger shows up in the commercial as well which makes it a whole lot better. Check out the TV spot above.

In this edition of “Who Owns the Look” we have Singer Nicole Scherzinger and actress Meagan Good rocking the same pair of ($250) Masonic Platform Collard T Strap Sandals. Meagan wore her shoes first at Spike TV’s 2nd Annual “Guy’s Choice” in July, while Nicole was spotted wearing the black version yesterday while at the 20th Anniversary of Madden NFL Franchise Celebration. So we must ask the question … WHO OWNS THE LOOK?

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Not a lot went down this weekend, but here are a few events that you might (or might not) be interested in! First up, we have Ne-Yo, Nicole Scherzinger, and Cee-Lo Green, who all attended a private after party at club Hush in Hollywood.

R&B singer Usher and actor Wesley Jonathan both attended the launch party for Usher’s “uCast” Podcast Series at Tiffany & Co. in Atlanta Friday night.

The New York International Latino Film Festival went down this weekend in New York City, and male supermodel Tyson Beckford and actress Tatyana Ali hit up the premiere of “Hotel California” at the Lincoln Center.

And last, and most likely least, TC Carson (yes, random, I know). TC and his nappy taco meat chest hair attended the “White Linen VIP Party” sponsored by Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. at Warner City Marriott in California Friday night. I know y’all remember Kyle from “Living Single.” Yeah, that’s the guy.

In this edition of “Who Owns the Look” we have Pussycat Doll member Melody Thornton and singer Cassie rocking the same. Cassie wore the dress first last Tuesday at the 2008 BET Awards, and Melody wore the dress over the weekend at fellow PCD member Nicole Scherzinger’s birthday party. You know we gotta ask the question. Between these two … WHO OWNS THE LOOK?

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Singer/dancer Chris Brown and actor/comedian Mike Myers opened up the 2008 MTV Movie Awards with a “dance-off” styled competition and got tons of laughs from the audience. If you didn’t get a chance to check out the show, which aired live last night, click here to check out a few performances. Other attendees to the show included: Will Smith, Paris Hilton, T.I., Diddy, Rihanna and more. Follow the break to check out more photos from the show.

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The 2008 MTV Movie Awards went down last night and there were two hot performances that I just had to post. The host of the show, Mike Myers, started out the show with a joke monologue, and then he was interrupted by a Mohawk-wearing Chris Brown challenging him to a dance battle. What’s been up with Chris and these dance battles?

Another performance after the cut.

The Pussycat Dolls performed their new single, “When I Grow Up”, as well last night and murdered the stage. There’s even a little cameo of last season’s America’s Best Dance Crew‘s JabbaWockeez. Check out the performance above. The Pussycat Dolls also have a new album to be released in August titled, To Those Who Wait (A&M).

American Idol season 3 winner Fantasia Barrino was just one of the many celebs spotted at last night’s Season 7 American Idol Finale. Tasia’s boyfriend Young Dro, Actress Tamera Mowry, Season 6 winner Jordin Sparks, and Season 2 winner Ruben Studdard were also in attendance last night…

The American Idol finale wasn’t the only star studded event that took place last night! Maxim Magazine held their “Maxim’s Hot 100” party last night. Stars like Megan Good, Christina Millian, Mario, Amerie, Elise Neal, Nicole Schezinger, Tishina Arnold, and the Oh So Fine Evan Ros all came out to party with Magazine.

The Cannes Film Festival also took place yesterday. Celebs like Mary J. Blige, Naomi Campbell, Star Jones, and Diddy were all spotted at the festival’s after party, the dinner, or the actual event.

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Rumored couple Ne-Yo and Nicole Scherzinger failed miserably at trying to “sneak by” the paps as they left the Ivy after lunch yesterday (May 6th) in LA. More »

Rumored couple Ne-Yo and Nicole Scherzinger failed miserably at trying to “sneak by” the paps as they left the Ivy after lunch yesterday (May 6th) in LA. They left so fast, Ne-Yo was still chewing on some food! Ne-Yo, what did ya eat? Was it good? Dang, swallow already! Lol

Britney Spears was spotted as she left the Los Angeles Superior County Courthouse after a child custody hearing yesterday (May 6th). According to various reports from the media, the judge decided to grant Spears more access to see her two sons.

Singer Janelle Monae performed at her very own showcase at the Key Club in Los Angeles last night (May 6th).

Funny man Ashton Kutcher was spotted as he hit up the Ed Sullivan Theatre for a taping “The Late Show with David Letterman” yesterday afternoon (May 6th) in New York.

Flo Rida performed in Boston, MA Sunday (May 4th) for the 2008 MtvU “Campus Invasion Music Tour.”

Erykah Badu performed in concert in Detroit, MI this past Sunday (May 4th) at the Fox Theater.

Singer Tank and video vixen Melyssa Ford were in Miami during the “Hazel Eyes Experience” at the Catalina Hotel Sunday (May 4th).

The paps caught Omarion driving around in his new Bentley in West Hollywood Monday (May 5th). New Bentley, huh? Didn’t he just get dropped from his label? If I lost my job, I wouldn’t be running out to the nearest car dealership to purchase a new whip …. especially a damn Bentley! Not to mention the simple fact that cars depreciate in value the second you leave the damn lot.

Chris Tucker was spotted chatting on his phone while taking a walk in Beverly Hills earlier today (May 7th).

Ex-rapper Heavy D was spotted as he left a medical center in Beverly Hills. What’s in the bag, mister?

R&B singer John Legend performed live during Sunfest in West Palm Beach, FL this past Sunday (May 4th).

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Nicole Scherzinger – ‘Happily Never After’ – page link - Irony. This is said to be Nicole Scherzinger’s 4th single from her yet-to-be-release album Her Name Is Nicole (Interscope). It seems as though Scherzinger’s people are ‘grasping at straws hits’ now, and I don’t blame them, seeing how subpar all of her previous singles have done on the charts, as opposed to Scherzinger’s moderate success with the PCD. Well, I suppose I’ll add my commentary on the song now . . . I find it kind of blah, or boring, the lyrics and production are definitely on point (courtesy of Ne-Yo) but it’s lacking something to me.

Ashlee Simpson ft. Tom Higgens – ‘Little Miss Obsessive’ – page link – This is said to be Ashlee Simpson’s second single from the album Bittersweet Word (Geffen) set to be released mid-Spring 2008. ‘Little Miss Obsessive’ features Plain White Tees’ Tom Higgens. The single, much less with ‘Outta My Head’, has more of the mid-tempo pop rock sound Simpson is most famous for. I like ‘Outta Myy Head’, it’s catchy, but so not her sound. Though she did say it was a ‘fun’ little song that was ‘personal’. Me no likey. I want that ‘Little Miss Obsessive’ Ashlee Simpson: pop rock.

Karina Pasian – Slow Motion – page link – I have seriously underestimated this young lady, named Karina Pasian, bb! I am loving all the material I’ve heard so far from her. I heard she been rolling with Def Jam for a minute which is questionable. I think Pasian has a lot of talent and charisma to offer! I hope to be hearing more from her in the future is all I’m saying . . .

Here’s the latest video, “Scream” featuring Nicole Scherzinger and Keri Hilson, from Timbaland’s “Shock Value” album.

Yahoo! Music got an exclusive behind the scenes look at the makings of Timbaland’s brand new video for his new single “Scream” which features Keri Hilson and Nicole Scherzinger. Looks like Timbo’s still releasing songs from his new album “Shock Value.”

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Not even Sean Garret can salvage her music career! With that being said, I can’t wait for Her Name is Nicole (Interscope), believe it or not. I think everything has to do with timing, her people debuted her too early, people didn’t care about Nicole as a solo artist then (I don’t know why she left the PCD). But best believe she will have her time to shine soon, way too much was going on this year. That’s why I’m glad the label pushed her album back until next year, they ain’t playing that, very smart. Again, like I said, it’s the timing – with the right promotion, singles, and pull – 2008 could very well be her year.

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Sterling Simms is definitely another artist to look out for in 2008. So far all of the material I’ve heard from his upcoming project, appropriately titled, Worth Your While (Def Jam) is solid gold! I’m real antsy to hear more material following him now. I just feel he could get acknowledged more (ahem … Def Jam) and gain some mainstream stuff with the right promotion.

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I really loved Solange’s work on Simply Deep (Columbia), her productions were always dark and/or mature, it was always refreshing to listen to so I’m most definitely looking forward to more material from her in 2008. It looks like they’re considering “White Picket Dreams” as a possible single choice from Hadley Street Dreams (Geffen), which is the song I automatically clicked to, that’s the kind of shit I’m into, dark, real deep production. She always delivers with this IMO, her sound is real alternative and explicit, I really like that!

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I’ve been following this young lady since Spring of 2007 and I’m loving what I heard so far from her! Tiffany Evans’ music is still age appropriate but has that appeal to other audiences as well, I knew she would be big, I’m so excited for her self-debut now! Ms. Tiffany is well on her way and with talent like her’s who knows what the future can bring.

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1. Chingy – Hate It Or Love It (http://imeem.com/createaccount.aspx) – page link

Janet Jackson » “Feedback” » LISTEN » (Full) » I’m sure you all remember me posting about Janet Jackson’s forthcoming single not too long ago (in April). Here is her brand new song “Feedback,” produced by Rodney ‘Darkchild’ Jerkins, it will be the first single lifted from Janet Jackson’s 10th studio album, appropriately entitled, Discipline (Island Def Jam). The singer’s new LP is due out February 26th of next year.

Timbaland ft. Keri Hilson + Nicole Scherzinger » “Scream” » LISTEN » (Full) » “Scream” is set to be the forth single lifted from Timbaland’s Shock Value (Interscope). The heavy string/tambourine sounding single features co-production by Danja and a guest appearance by Keri Hilson and light background vocals from Nicole Scherzinger. I really wasn’t all into this song that much at first but it’s getting there!

Fergie ft. Soulja Boy » “Clumsy (Collipark Remix)” » LISTEN » (Full) » Yelp, you read right. Collipark decided to make a remix to Fergie’s song “Clumsy” and decided to throw Soulja Boy in the mix! I like the original of “Clumsy” so much that any remix wouldn’t do me, not even Soulja Boy swayed me, sorry.

Chingy ft. Ludacris + Bobby Valentino » “Gimme Dat (Explicit)” » LISTEN » (Full) » “Gimme Dat” is slated to be Chingy’s second single from his forth studio album Hate It Or Love It (Def Jam/DTP). The single features stellar production by Full Scale and guest appearances by Ludacris and Bobby Valentino (vocals). The bass did it for me, this is my cut! Very nice single choice. Hmm, I wonder if Chingy reads blogs becos he has definitely stepped his game up this time around I’d say!

So the 2007 Movies Rock! show went down last night (December 7th): a night of movies, fashion and music! Performances include Chris Brown, Beyonce, Mary J. Blige and John Legend, Jennifer Hudson, Will.I.Am, Busta Rhymes, LL Cool J and Eve! It looked fun, I’d say my favorite performance would have to be Fergie Ferg with “Live and Let Die” (Guns N’ Roses), she did an amazing job and did that song much justice. Ooh, I also love Usher’s performance of Gene Kelly’s “Singing in the Rain” – great show! Really they ALL did a fantastic job, I’m so proud of everyone! I’m mad I missed it y’all! Ha ha, expect more performances after the cut!

BEYONCE COVERS JUDY GARLAND “SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW” »

MARY J. BLIGE and JOHN LEGEND COVERS LOUIS ARMSTRONG “A KISS IS JUST A KISS” »

JENNIFER HUDSON COVERS WEST SIDE STORY “SOMEWHERE” »

WILL.I.AM, BUSTA RHYMES, LL COOL J and EVE COVERS ISAAC HAYES “SHAFT” »

FERGIE COVERS GUNS N’ ROSES “LIVE AND LET DIE” »

USHER COVERS GENE KELLY “SINGING IN THE RAIN” »

NICOLE SCHERZINGER COVERS MARILYN MONROE “DIAMONS ARE A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND” »

QUEEN LATIFAH COVERS SHIRLEY BASSEY “HEY BIG SPENDER” »

T.I. and Nicole Scherzinger are featured on the double cover of Rap-Up’s December 2007/January 2008 issue, on sale now at Barnes & Noble, Borders, Books-A-Million, Safeway, Vons, 7-Eleven, newsstands, and Rap-Up.com. Inside you’ll find:

T.I. IS NO STRANGER TO CONTROVERSY » The rapper who’s currently under house arrest shares how he maintains his fast-paced lifestyle, his plans to marry and start a family with girlfriend Tiny, staying out of trouble, his friendship with Suge Knight and Jay-Z, and retiring from rap.

It’s definitely not the look I’m going for. I’m working diligently, daily, to try to reform, and rectify these things. But until I do, I need everybody to bare with me. If they can’t bare with me one way, they gonna have to bare with me another.

THERE’S MORE TO NICOLE SCHERZINGER THAN HER SMOLDERING LOOKS [1] » The Pussycat Doll speaks about going solo, her admiration for Beyoncé and Gwen Stefani, getting up close and personal with T.I., being a nerd in college, and dealing with the paparazzi.

There were a couple weeks when I actually went out and got a taste of that media stuff and I was not feeling it. I don’t want to be known just as some socialite or for what I’m wearing.

PLUS! Mary J. Blige, Cassidy, Lil’ Mama, Jermaine Dupri, Wu-Tang Clan, Wyclef Jean, will.i.am, Ja Rule, the winners of the 1st Annual Rap-Up Awards, and much more! Peep visit www.rap-up.com.

[1] Smoldering looks? I hope they’re not judging by that bad cover shot!

The 2007 American Music Awards went down last night at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles. The show was telecast live on CBS and featured performances from Fergie, Chris Brown, Beyonce (and Sugarland), Rihanna & Ne-Yo, and more. Winners included Justin Timberlake, T.I., Akon, Rihanna, and Beyonce, who won the most prestigious honor of the night! Beyonce took home the “International Star of the Year” award, an honor only previously given to Michael Jackson, Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, and Rod Stewart. This makes her the first female to ever win that award, which was presented by Usher (who fumbled through 95% of it I might add lol — what’s on his mind??). If you’re interested in checking out the full list of winners, check out this site. In this post, you’ll find photos from the Red Carpet, The Performances, and Random Candids from throughout the show.

RED CARPET ARRIVAL PHOTOS!

PERFORMANCES FROM THE ’07 AMAS!

CANDIDS FROM INSIDE THE SHOW!

My two favorite songs by my two favorite artists! First up we have the video premiere of Alicia’s “No One” from her forthcoming album As I Am, I have always loved this song, I don’t know how she puts so much feeling into her art! The video is naturally beautifully. Next we have Nicole’s “Baby Love,” featuring as well as produced by will.I.am, the video is just how I expected it to be. I don’t know if that’s a good thing … but I love it! It correlates with the song beautifully, I have no cons. Her Name Is Nicole hits stores November 6th while As I Am hits stores November 13th!

T.I. feat. Alfa Mega + Busta Rhymes » “Hurt” » LISTEN » (Full) » “Hurt” is T.I.’s third single from his latest album, T.I. vs T.I.P., the Danja-produced track features rappers Alfa Mega and Busta Rhymes. This was always one of my favorite tracks from the album, great production, great single choice! T.I. recently shot the video, we should have that pretty soon for y’all, so stay clicked!

Nicole Scherzinger feat. will.I.am » “Baby Love” » LISTEN » (Full) » Here is the HQ version of singer Nicole’s second single, featuring as well as produced by will.I.am, entitled “Baby Love”. It’s a nice stringy guitar ballad, I think this shows Nicole’s vocal range more than the previous singles she had, this was one of the few tracks I loved from her album. will.I.am was a nice addition as well, speaking of him, I did a crazy review on his latest (Songs About Girls), check it out HERE!

The-Dream » “Falsetto” » LISTEN » (Full) » This is a new track from writer The-Dream entitled “Falsetto,” wow I’m actually diggin this joint, it takes me back to those R. Kelly days (NO I’m not too young to know about R. Kelly)! Look out for the exclusive interview Dustin did with The-Dream in the upcoming week! Shouts go out to A HOT MESS, my other favorite blog, for the track! =p

Omarion feat. Bow Wow » “Hood Star” » LISTEN » (Full) » “Hood Star” is believed to be the first single lifted from the Face Off album with Omarion and Bow Wow. Hmm, this is pretty good, maybe a little better than “Designated Driver”. I can honestly say I have nothing bad to say about Bow Wow, I know, I’m surprised too! =-o