Dateline (May 2012), Carrie Underwood

Can Carrie Underwood really sing anything?  During her recent interview with 'Dateline', the country beauty tested out the theory as she braved a bull-riding and karaoke session that included Flo Rida's smash "Low".  Watch it beneath:
miranda-lambert-w-june2012-202, Miranda Lambert

Country star Miranda Lambert, who is currently touring in support of her latest 'Four the Record' album, is featured in the pages of the June 2012 issue of W magazine, where she sounds off on her tough image and superstar Taylor Swift.

When she speaking of her rival, Lambert says: “Taylor Swift is a pop singer. But she really helped country music.  I thought if they are looking for Taylor’s videos or songs, they might see or hear other people they like. If her fans are watching for her, they might like me too.”  Santiago & Mauricio shot the retro-styled shoot.

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CIARA REVEALS ALBUM & FIRST SINGLE TITLES

Celebrity-Bug | 5/31/2012 |
Ciara

R&B entertainer Ciara has revealed that the title of her upcoming Epic Records debut is 'One Woman Army' and the first single "Sweat", will be released soon.

The project will mark a (big) test for the singer as her last two albums, 'Fantasy Ride' and 'Basic Instinct', were (both) critical and commercial failures, and led to the star departing Jive Records to reunite with her longtime mentor L.A. Reid.
Til I Die (Single Cover), Chris Brown

R&B star Chris Brown continues to test out his abilities as a rapper,  alongside Big Sean and Wiz Khalifa, in the official video for "Till I Die", one of the many singles from his forthcoming album 'Fortune', due on July 3rd. Watch it beneath:
Compliments (Promo)

R&B stud Tank links up with T.I. and newcomer Kris Stephens, in the visual for "Compliments", the newest release taken from his 'This is How I Feel' album.

Watch the newly-released video, which was crafted by Juwan Lee, after the cut:
No Church in the Wild (Single), Jay-Z, Kanye West

Hip-hop titans Jay-Z and Kanye West, collectively known as 'The Throne', has released the official visual for "No Church in the Wild", the latest single taken from their Grammy-winning album 'Watch the Throne'.  Watch the clip beneath:
Sign My Name (Single Cover), J. Holiday

After a two year absence, J.Holiday, who rose to success with the urban smash "Bed", returns with his lead single "Sign My Name". The single will be appear on his upcoming third studio set, which is due out later this year. Listen beneath:

Fortune (Deluxe Cover), Chris Brown

R&B star Chris Brown has unveiled the official tracklist for his upcoming album 'Fortune', which is scheduled to arrive in retailers and digital outlets on July 3rd.

Preceded by the hit single "Turn Up the Music" and "Till I Die", the album will be available in standard and deluxe editions.  Peep the official track list beneath:
Die In Your Arms (Single Cover), Justin Bieber

Pop superstar Justin Bieber follows up his first single, "Boyfriend", with "Die In Your Arms", the second single from his new album 'Believe', due June 19th.

Produced by Rodney 'Darkchild Jerkins, the single works and strategically, it stands as a good move from the teen star as he tries to transition into adulthood.

Not only will it please his core audience, but even older listeners will appreciate it.

Thank You Camellia (Album Cover), Kris Allen

With his southern charm and boy-next-door good looks, Kris Allen was the last man standing on the eighth season of ‘American Idol’, and while his runner-up Adam Lambert has had a more successful career;  Allen is still the better artist.

On his sophomore album, ‘Thank You Camellia’, Allen continues to rely on the lush harmonies and predominant melodies that clouded his debut disc,  and this time out, Allen takes a heavier hand in writing each of the album’s eleven entries.
Madonna Tour 2012, Madonna

It's widely known that Lady GaGa has imitated a lot of Madonna's work through -out her short career, none more noticeable than her hit "Born This Way", and its undeniable similarities to "Express Yourself", one of Madge's iconic songs.

Well, Queen Madge is gearing up to show you just how similar the songs are by performing a mashup of the two hits on her upcoming world tour. Watch beneath:


Clad in a barely there cat-suit, Ashanti treated her fans in Washington to a new song, "Mine", which was originally entitled "She Can't" and is slated to appear on her upcoming studio album 'BraveHeart'. Preview the infectious cut beneath:
Don't Mind (Still), Mary J. Blige

R&B veteran Mary J. Blige has released the video for "Don't Mind", the song that was originally altered for controversial and canned Burger King commercial.

Peep the video for the song, which is taken from her 'My Life II' album, beneath:

BEYONCE WOWS AT FIRST POST-BABY CONCERT

Celebrity-Bug | 5/28/2012 |
Revel Resorts & Casino - May 25, 2012, Beyonce

This weekend, Beyonce returned to the stage for the first time since giving birth for her sold-out Revel Beach comeback concert series at Ovation Hall in Atlantic City,  which saw the diva cover iconic hits by Lauryn Hill and Whitney Houston.

Watch footage from her triumph comeback concert series at the Revel beneath:
Sweet Love (Single Cover), Chris Brown

R&B star Chris Brown has premiered the official video for "Sweet Love",  the latest single release from his forthcoming studio project 'Fortune',  due July 3rd.

Watch the newly-released video, which was directed by the singer himself, below:
The X-Factor auditions - May 24, 2012, Britney Spears

Showing up for her first day of work as a judge on the upcoming season of 'The X Factor',  pop superstar Britney Spears was welcomed by a excited crowd as she hit the Erwin Center in Austin, Texas on Thursday (May 24th),  for auditions.

Dressed in a plunging pink mini dress, the judge is already getting good reviews from media in attendance, who have said B.Spears was "articulate, encouraging and even funny at times". Looks like Spears will prove her haters wrong AGAIN!

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Dark Side (Video), Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson has unveiled the video for her latest single "Dark Side", which is the third release from her 'Stronger' album, and will impact radio on June 5th.

Watch the newly-released visual, which was directed by Shane Drake, beneath:
Goin' In (Single Cover), Jennifer Lopez

After premiering the song on last night's 'American Idol' finale,  Jennifer Lopez has released the studio version of her new single "Goin' In", featuring Flo Rida.

Produced by GoonRock for the 'Step Up Revolution' soundtrack, the release embodies the winning formula that we've seen artists like the Black Eyed Peas utilize on their hit singles and once again, it works. Radio is going to eat this up!

Phillip Phillips, Phillip Phillips

After a record-breaking 132 million votes, 21-year-old Phillip Phillips prevailed over 16-year-old Jessica Sanchez to become the champion of 'American Idol'.

The two-hour finale featured big performances from Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, past 'Idol' winner Fantasia, the top 12 finalists, and concluded with an heartfelt performance from winner Phillips, who we had predicted to win. Peep it all below:
Omarion

Maybach Music reintroduces Omarion in the new video for "Let's Talk",  which features Rick Ross and is scheduled to be featured on his forthcoming (EP) set

Unfortunately, the video represents what has become a standard in music today: Sexy girls, shining diamonds, fancy automobiles and no storyline. Watch it below:
Ellen DeGeneres (5/22/12), Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber
made a appearance on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show', to chat about his forthcoming 'Believe' tour, his girlfriend Selena Gomez and more. He also celebrated his recent graduation and perform "Boyfriend". Watch it below:
Believe (Album Promo), Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber is gearing up to hit the road.  The teen heartthrob has revealed that he will embark on a world tour to support his forthcoming project, 'Believe'.

The 45-city tour is slated to begin on September 29th in Glendale, Arizona, and will conclude in Miami, Florida on January 26th.  Peep the full list of dates below:


"Stronger" is the biggest-selling single of her career, and Kelly Clarkson was front and center last night for a performance of the single, as well as,  her latest release, "Dark Side".  Watch Clarkson's performance on the show after the cut:

NEW MUSIC: LUDACRIS - 'JINGALIN'

Celebrity-Bug | 5/23/2012 |
Jingalin (Single Cover), Ludacris

Ludacris makes his big return on "Jingalin", the new single off his forthcoming studio album 'Ludaversal', due out later this year. Listen to the anthem beneath:

Thank You Camellia (Promo)

Earlier today (May 22nd), Kris Allen appeared on 'Live! With Kelly', to deliver the best performance yet of his first single "The Vision of Love", which is lifted from his newly-released album 'Thank You Camellia'. Watch Kris soar beneath:
Entertainment Weekly (May 25, 2012), Channing Tatum, Matthew McConaughey, Matt Bomer, Joe Manganiello

The cast of 'Magic Mike' actors Channing Tatum, Matthew McConaughey, Joe Manganiello and Matt Bomer,  show off their chiseled frames on the May 25th issue of Entertainment Weekly, which is available for purchase on stands.

The quartet star beside one another in the forthcoming stripper film, directed by Steven Soderbergh. Peep the hunkalicious trailer on Celebrity Bug Television:

Entertainment Weekly (May 25, 2012), Channing Tatum, Matthew McConaughey, Matt Bomer, Joe Manganiello
Celebrate (Promo), Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks

Legendary songstress Whitney Houston lives again on "Celebrate", her final recording, which features her co-star Jordin Sparks and is slated to appear on the soundtrack to her final feature film 'Sparkle', due in theaters on August 17th.

2012 BET Awards

Music superstar Beyonce leads the nominees of the 2012 BET Awards, with 6 nominations, while Kanye West follows closely behind with 5 nominations.  The show will take place on July 1st, and Chris Brown and Nicki Minaj will perform.

Peep the full list of unsurprising nominees for the annual music special beneath:
Believe (Album Cover), Justin Bieber

Music heartthrob Justin Bieber recruits Ludacris, Nicki Minaj and Drake for his forthcoming studio set 'Believe', which is slated to hit retailers on June 19th.

Preceded by "Boyfriend",  which peaked at the No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, the set is expected to boast a more mature and urban sound. Track list beneath:
Billboard Music Awards - May 20, 2012

Music superstars  Katy Perry, Alicia Keys, Chris Brown, Carrie Underwood, Usher, Linkin Park, Kelly Clarkson and many more are scheduled to perform at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards  -  in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday night.

Watch all of the celebrity-filled performances from the annual celebration  below:
Billboard Music Awards - May 20, 2012, Carrie Underwood

Country superstar Carrie Underwood was all smiles as she arrived at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards at the famous MGM Grand in in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday (May 20th), with her hockey star husband, Mike Fisher, on her arm.

Peep more of the star-studded carpet arrivals from the annual ceremony below:


Her first single "The Woman You Love" failed to make any noise, but it seems that Ashanti is re-teaming with the guys that help make her famous in hopes of different results the second release from her upcoming studio set, 'BraveHeart'.

Reportedly entitled "No-1-Gr8ter", the single, which is expected within the next two weeks, is produced by Seven Aurelius, Irv Gotti and Chink Santana, the trio behind a bulk of the hits on her record-breaking debut - "Foolish" included.
Out magazine - June 2012, Channing Tatum

His success in this year has helped him firmly establish himself as a leading man and in promotion of his movie 'Magic Mike', 32-year-old star Channing Tatum fronts the June issue of Out magazine, which is currently available for purchase.

In the issue,  the actor talks about his life as a stripper, choosing to use it as the subject of his new film and why he never enjoyed taking his clothes off for money.

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Celebrate (Promo), Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks

Her shocking death broke hearts, but just like Michael Jackson with 'This Is It', Whitney Houston has left behind one more piece of her life's puzzle in the form of her upcoming film 'Sparkle', which is scheduled to hit theaters on August 17th.

Set to be featured on the soundtrack, Houston's final recording "Celebrate", a duet with her co-star Jordin Sparks, will debut on 'On Air with Ryan Seacrest' on Monday, May 21st. Hopefully, it adds to the legendary career that Nippy built.
'Return of The Queen' Tour (5/18/12), Lil' Kim, Missy Elliott, Eve

Last night (May 18th),  marked an unforgettable moment for the female hip-hop movement as Lil' Kim brought out Eve, Missy Elliott and Pepa - from veteran hip-hop trio Salt -N- Pepa, at her 'Return of the Queen' tour in New York City.

Held at the Paradise Theater in front of a sold-out crowd, Kimmy Blanco dazzled the crowd with several of her hits, before having the ladies join her. Watch below:
Nelly Furtado, Nelly Furtado

Her upcoming studio album 'The Spirit Indestructible' has been pushed back to September 18th, but that isn't stopping Nelly Furtado from plugging her new song "Big Hoops (Bigger the Better)", on the show 'Alan Carr: Chatty Man'.

The performance was clearly a struggle for Furtado, which isn't surprising given how unsettled she sounds on the studio version.  Watch her performance below:
Fortune (Deluxe Cover), Chris Brown

R&B superstar Chris Brown has unwrapped the cover for the deluxe edition of his forthcoming studio project 'Fortune', which is slated to hit stores on July 3rd.

Preceded by the numerous singles including "Turn the Music Up" and "Sweet Love", the singer will continue his promotion of the upcoming set on tomorrow's Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas,  where he is scheduled to hit the stage.
U Did That (Video), Teairra Mari

R&B star Teairra Mari has premiered her new video for "U Did That", featuring 2 Chainz, the lead single from her upcoming studio project, 'Sex on the Radio'.

There's a fine line between sexy and slutty, and she often crosses that border in the low-budget video, but the dancing scene was hot and you have to admire her for refusing to give up on her dreams of stardom.  Watch the video after the cut:

USHER KICKS OFF CONCERT SERIES ON 'TODAY'

Celebrity-Bug | 5/18/2012 |
Today Show Summer Concert Series - May 18, 2012

Kicking off the Summer Concert Series,  R&B superstar Usher stopped by 'The Today Show' to perform his smash "OMG" and his latest No.1 single "Climax", from his upcoming seventh set 'Looking 4 Myself',  due in stores on June 19th.

The performances simply re-affirm why Raymond continues to remain at the top. He can dance, he can sing and unlike the majority of his peers, he is quite good at both, especially when he puts his mind to it. Watch his performances beneath:
Write Me Back (Album Cover), R. Kelly

R&B veteran R. Kelly has unveiled the official track list for his upcoming project 'Write Me Back' which is scheduled to arrive in outlets on Tuesday, June 26th.

Preceded by the hit single "Share My Love" and "Feelin’ Single",  the album will be available in standard and deluxe editions. View the official track list below: