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8/30/12

ALICIA KEYS STUNS WITH 'GIRL ON FIRE' COVER

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Girl On Fire (Single Cover), Alicia Keys

R&B star Alicia Keys has unwrapped the F-L-A-W-L-E-S-S single cover for "Girl On Fire", the title track and new single from her forthcoming fifth album, which is slated for November 27th. The song will be released on Tuesday, September 4th.
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TAMIA BEAUTIFULLY SUPRISES 'THE U'

8/30/2012 0
Beautiful Surprise (Promo), Tamia

With her new 'Beautiful Surprise' album in stores, Tamia stopped by the WCIU station's 'The U', where she performed the album's title cut and talked about how she balances her career, her marriage and motherhood. Watch the star beneath:
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ALBUM COVER: BRANDY - 'TWO ELEVEN'

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Two Eleven (Cover), Brandy

R&B veteran Brandy unveils the fierce album artwork for her forthcoming studio album 'Two Eleven', which is scheduled to arrive in stores and online outlets on October 16th. The set is led by her "Put It Down" and "Wildest Dreams" cuts.

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Two Eleven (Deluxe), Brandy
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CIARA TALKS 'ONE WOMAN ARMY' WITH CENTRIC

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One Woman Army (Promo), Ciara

With her new 'One Woman Army' album tentatively set for a November release, Ciara sat down with Centric TV's 'The Hot 10', to chat about the upcoming disc, her critics and the album's new single, "Sorry". Watch the interview after the cut:
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ALBUM COVER: MIGUEL - 'KALEIDOSCOPE DREAM'

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Kaleidoscope Dream (Album Cover), Miguel

R&B crooner Miguel has revealed the album artwork for his sophomore project 'Kaleidoscope Dream', which will arrive in retailers and online on October 2nd.

The new album is preceded by the stunning lead single "Adorn", as well as, the 'Kaleidoscope Dream: The Water Preview' and 'Kaleidoscope Dream: The Air Preview' editions, which collectively contains six of the project's eleven cuts.
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8/29/12

VIDEO: DAWN RICHARD - 'WILD N' FAITH'

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Wild N Faith (Video), Dawn Richard

Serving as a prelude to her 'Goldenheart' album, Dawn Richard has unveiled the music clip for "Wild N' Faith" which is a combination of "Faith" and "Wild N' Young" from her 'Armor On' EP. Watch the Eugene Yang-creation beneath:
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VIDEO: MARCUS CANTY FEAT. WALE - 'IN & OUT'

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In and Out (Single Cover), Marcus Canty

Marcus Canty,  who appeared on the freshman season of  'The X Factor', has premiered the video for "In & Out", the lead single from upcoming debut album.

Watch the newly-released music video, which features rapper Wale, after the cut:
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RITA ORA VISITS BBC BREAKFAST AND CLUB G-A-Y

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Rita Ora

On the promotional trail for the British release of her new 'Ora' album, Rita Ora made an appearance on 'BBC Breakfast' and stop by club G-A-Y in London, to perform songs in celebration of the album's release. Peep her in action beneath:
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VIDEO: USHER - 'DIVE'

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Dive (Single Cover), Usher

R&B superstar Usher recently premiered the video for "Dive", the latest urban single lifted from his No.1 disc 'Looking 4 Myself'.  Watch the sexy video, which also features model Chanel Iman as his scantily clad love interest, after the cut:
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VIDEO: NICKI MINAJ - 'I AM YOUR LEADER'

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I Am Your Leader (Video Still)

Nicki Minaj continues to unveil uninspired music videos in support of her 'Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded' disc, which has still not went platinum. This time the part-time rapper issues "I Am Your Leader", featuring Rick Ross and Camron.

Watch the newly-released clip,  which was directed by Colin Tilley, after the cut:
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NEW MUSIC: RITA ORA - 'RADIOACTIVE'

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Rita Ora, Rita Ora

Despite already racking three No.1 singles in the UK, Rita Ora's journey to take over America has not gone as smoothly,  but that should change when the siren releases her next single "Radioactive". Listen to the pulsating release beneath:
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8/27/12

ALBUM COVER: ALICIA KEYS - 'GIRL ON FIRE'

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Girl On Fire (Album Cover), Alicia Keys

R&B superstar Alicia Keys has released the stunning artwork for her upcoming album 'Girl On Fire', which is scheduled to arrive at retailers on November 27th.

The singer has lined up a performance at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards, where she will perform the album's title track, which is also the official lead single.
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NEW MUSIC: BRANDY - 'WILDEST DREAMS'

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Wildest Dreams (Single Cover), Brandy

Just as "Put It Down" begins to climb the R&B charts, Brandy issues "Wildest Dreams", the official second single from her forthcoming sixth studio album 'Two Eleven', which is slated to arrive at retailers on October 16th. Take it in beneath:

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NEW MUSIC: LEONA LEWIS - 'TROUBLE'

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Trouble (Single Cover), Leona Lewis

After "Collide" failed to make a big splash, songbird Leona Lewis went back to the recording studio and created some magic with "Trouble", the new single off her forthcoming third album, 'Glassheart', available in the U.K. on October 15th.

Listen to the Emeli Sande-penned song, featuring Childish Gambino, beneath:

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NEW MUSIC: FAITH EVANS - 'TEARS OF JOY'

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Tears of Joy (Single Cover), Faith Evans

R&B veteran Faith Evans lets go and sheds "Tears of Joy" on the lead single from her forthcoming project 'R&B Divas', which also serves as a companion to the hit TV One reality series of the same title. The album is due on October 2nd.

Listen to the single,  produced by Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony, beneath:

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TREY SONGZ SINGS ON 'TODAY' AND 'SOUNDCHECK'

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Walmart Soundcheck (2012), Trey Songz

With his new 'Chapter V' album headed for No.1, Trey Songz was heavy on the promotional trail in the past week, stopping by 'The Today Show' and 'Walmart Soundcheck', to perform a few selections from the project. Watch it all beneath:
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8/26/12

NEW MUSIC: CIARA - 'LIVIN' IT UP'

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One Woman Army (Promo), Ciara

As we patiently await the release of her new single, "Sorry", Ciara has released another song in the form of "Livin' It Up", which is featured on a special playlist for Cosmopolitan magazine and will appear  on her 'One Woman Army' album.

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CIARA REVEALS COVER FOR NEW SINGLE, 'SORRY'

8/26/2012 0
Sorry (Single Cover), Ciara

Ciara is on the way. The dancer has released the black-and-white cover artwork for her brand new single "Sorry", which is expected to be released any day now.
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RITA ORA PARTIES ON 'THE JONATHAN ROSS SHOW'

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Jonathan Ross (August 2012), Rita Ora

Continuing to promote her debut album 'Ora', singer Rita Ora appeared on 'The Jonathan Ross Show', where the star performed "How We Do (Party)", which serves as the newest UK single from the forthcoming album. Watch her beneath:
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NEW MUSIC: TAMIA - 'STILL' (COUNTRY VERSION)

8/26/2012 0
Beautiful Surprise (Promo), Tamia

Veteran songstress Tamia has given her 2004 song "Still" a country makeover with the help of Luke Laird, who has worked with superstar Carrie Underwood.

The original was the ultimate highlight on her third studio album 'More', but with this fresh version, she has simply given it new life and new depth. Combined with a vocal performance that is restrained yet powerful, and the results are stunning.

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NEW MUSIC: MELANIE AMARO - 'LOVE ME NOW'

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Love Me Now (Single Cover), Melanie Amaro

Vocal powerhouse Melanie Amaro,  who won the first lackluster season of 'The X Factor', has issued yet another new song from her upcoming debut project in the form of "Love Me Now". Listen as her vocals soar on the single after the cut:

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VIDEO: T.I. - 'GO GET IT'

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Go Get It (Single Cover), T.I.

When T.I. named his forthcoming album, 'Trouble Man', even he did not expect that he would have trouble finding a hit single. The rap star places forth another effort with "Go Get It",  for which,  he recently released its accompanying visual.

Watch the new music video, which was crafted by director Alex Nazari, beneath:
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RIHANNA BOOKS 2012 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS

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Rihanna Performs at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards with Eminem

That Rihanna reign still won't let up. The music superstar has been added to the list of performers for the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards, where she is up for a leading five moonmen including Video of the Year for her "We Found Love" clip.

Other performers scheduled to take the big stage include  Pink, One Direction, Taylor Swift, Green Day and Alicia Keys,  many of  whom will debut new music.
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RIHANNA FEATURED ON 'OPRAH'S NEXT CHAPTER'

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Oprah's Next Chapter (August  2012), Rihanna

Last Sunday (August 19th), Rihanna was the featured guest on 'Oprah's Next Chapter', where she talked with the billionaire about being abuse by her former boyfriend Chris Brown, still loving him and much more. Watch the chat beneath:
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TRACK LIST: MIGUEL - 'KALEIDOSCOPE DREAM'

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Miguel (2012)
Miguel Poses in New 'Kaleidoscope Dream' Promotional Photo

R&B star Miguel has revealed the official track list for his upcoming sophomore album 'Kaleidoscope Dream', which is preceded by the intoxicating lead single "Adorn" and will arrive at outlets on October 2nd. Peep the full track list beneath:
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8/25/12

MIGUEL GETS RACY FOR 'UNLEASH'D' MAGAZINE

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Unleash’d - Fall 2012, Miguel

R&B singer Miguel,  who will release his new album 'Kaleidoscope Dream' on October 2nd, gives his model girlfriend Nazanin Mandi a spanking in his steamy cover shoot for the newest Fall 2012/Anniversary Issue of Unleash'd magazine.

In the issue, he chats about his upcoming disc saying: "I am excited to introduce my urban fan base to a broader sound without ostracizing, alienating or leaving a fan behind but taking them on a journey with it". Sounds just like music to my ears.

Unleash’d - Fall 2012, Miguel Unleash’d - Fall 2012, Miguel
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JOHN LEGEND PREPARES 'LOVE IN THE FUTURE'

8/25/2012 0
John Legend, John Legend

Soul crooner John Legend is still putting the finishing touches on his upcoming project, 'Love in the Future', which is being co-executive produced with Kanye West and Dave Tozer. The trio behind 'Get Lifted', his Grammy-winning debut.

Aside from previewing one of the album's songs, "Caught Up", the crooner also revealed he is embarking on a tour to promote the album. More details beneath:
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8/22/12

VIDEO: MARIAH CAREY - 'TRIUMPHANT'

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Triumphant (Get Em) (Promo)

Mariah Carey glitters in gold as a background singer in the music video for her lead single "Triumphant", which is the first release from her forthcoming album.

The single features Meek Mill and Rick Ross, and the new video was directed by her actor husband, Nick Cannon.  Watch the boxer-themed clip after the cut:
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VIDEO: TREY SONGZ - 'HAIL MARY'

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Hail Mary (Video), Trey Songz

R&B stud Trey Songz has premiered the official music visual for "Hail Mary", a song taken from his newly-released fifth album 'Chapter V'. The single features Young Jeezy and Lil' Wayne, and funny man Kevin Hart appears in the video.

Watch the horrible clip,  which was directed by the "Heart Attack" star, beneath:
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8/21/12

VIDEO: BEYONCE - 'I WAS HERE'

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I Was Here (Video), Beyonce

Music superstar Beyonce has premiered her video for "I Was Here", the Diane Warren-penned track from her critically-acclaimed album '4'. The single is being used to raised awareness for World Humanitarian Day and the video was shot at the United Nations General Assembly Hall.  Watch the new music visual beneath:
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8/20/12

CARRIE UNDERWOOD SHINES ON 'TEACHERS ROCK'

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Teachers Rock (2012), Carrie Underwood

With her mother and two sisters in the profession,  teachers are close to Carrie Underwood’s heart and as a result, the country singer appeared on 'Teachers Rock', a CBS special honoring the educators of the world. Watch her sing below:
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CARRIE UNDERWOOD ANNOUNCES VH1 SPECIALS

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Big Morning Buzz - August 2012, Carrie Underwood

Country star Carrie Underwood took a short summer break to spend some time with her husband before he hits the ice, but the songbird is gearing up to resume promoting her fourth album 'Blown Away', with two new VH1 specials in October.

The two upcoming specials are for the music network's 'Behind the Music' and 'Unplugged' segments. Peep as Underwood makes the announcement beneath:
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CARRIE UNDERWOOD ROCKS 'THE TODAY SHOW'

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Today - August 15, 2012, Carrie Underwood

Last Wednesday (August 15th), Carrie Underwood made a stop by 'The Today Show', to perform her No.1 hits "Good Girl" and "Before He Cheats", as well as, her newest single release "Blown Away". Catch the performances beneath:
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8/15/12

VIDEO: BRANDY FEAT. CHRIS BROWN - 'PUT IT DOWN'

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Put It Down (Video Still), Brandy
Put It Down (Video Still), Chris Brown

The moment is finally here. Brandy has premiered the colorful new video for her comeback single "Put It Down", which features rapper Chris Brown and marks the first release from her forthcoming album 'Two Eleven', due on October 2nd.

Directed by the legendary Hype Williams and choreographed by Frank Gatson, the dance-heavy visual features the diva rocking her signature braids (from her younger days)  and looking her most beautiful while doing so. Take it in beneath:
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TAMIA REVEALS NEW 'BEAUTIFUL SURPRISE' PHOTO

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Beautiful Surprise (Promo), Tamia

R&B veteran Tamia has issued a new promotional photo for her upcoming album 'Beautiful Surprise', which will be released in stores and online on August 28th.

The set is preceded by the title track and was executive-produced by the singer with Claude Kelly through her independent record label, Plus One Music Group.
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8/14/12

NEW MUSIC: TAYLOR SWIFT - 'WE ARE NEVER EVER GETTING BACK TOGETHER' | UNVEILS ALBUM TITLE

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We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together (Single Cover), Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift is calling it quits on her new single, "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together". The single is lifted from her fourth studio project, 'Red', which has been penciled in for an October 22nd release date via Big Machine Records.

Taylor said the album's title surfaces from the songs on the album,  which are all about emotions --- the really intense ones.  "There's nothing beige about any of those feelings," she said. Listen to her typical and underwhelming single beneath:

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ROBERT PATTINSON REEMERGES FOR 'COSMOPOLIS'

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Cosmopolis - New York City - August 13, 2012, Robert Pattinson

Proving that simply looking good can be one of the sweetest forms of revenge, a dapper Robert Pattinson resurfaced at the premiere of his film, 'Cosmopolis', which took place at the Museum of Modern Art in  New York City  on August 13th.

This marks his first public appearance since Kristen Stewart's cheating scandal, and during his first interview on 'The Daily Show With Jon Stewart', the actor was comforted by the comedian with some  Ben & Jerry's ice cream and  girl talk.

Cosmopolis - New York City - August 13, 2012, Robert Pattinson Cosmopolis - New York City - August 13, 2012, Robert Pattinson Cosmopolis - New York City - August 13, 2012, Robert Pattinson
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8/13/12

ENGAGED: JENNIFER ANISTON & JUSTIN THEROUX

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Jennifer Aniston & Justin Theroux, Jennifer Aniston, Justin Theroux

Jennifer Aniston is finally getting her happily ever after. The 43-year-old movie actress and her 'Wanderlust' co-star beau Justin Theroux are engaged, after he popped the big question at his 41st birthday gathering on Friday, August 10th.

Her rep confirmed the engagement to US Weekly and Justin's rep added that her acceptance was an "extraordinary gift".  The pair has been dating for 18 months.
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VIDEO: JASON ALDEAN - 'TAKE A LITTLE RIDE'

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Take A Little Ride (Single Cover), Jason Aldean

Country singer Jason Aldean has premiered his music video for "Take A Little Ride", the lead single from his fifth project 'Night Train', available October 16th.

The laidback single currently stands at No.15 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and is climbing as the days pass by. Watch the video for the song beneath:
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THE SPICE GIRLS REUNITE AT LONDON OLYMPICS

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London Olympics 2012, Spice Girls
Posh. Ginger. Baby. Sporty. Scary.

The Spice Girls were back in top form for a special reunion performance at the Closing Ceremony for the 2012 London Olympics, which saw the United States land  a commanding 104 medals composed of 46 Gold, 29 Silver and 29 Bronze.

The iconic girl group looked (and  sounded) as good as ever as they performed their classic singles "Wannabe" and "Spice Up Your Life". Peep it all beneath:
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8/10/12

'SPARKLE' CAST GRACES NEW 'EBONY' COVER

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Ebony - September 2012, Jordin Sparks

The beautiful girls from the film 'Sparkle' -- Jordin Sparks, Carmen Ejogo and Tika Sumpter -- cover the September issue of Ebony magazine, where they talk about getting to work with the late Whitney Houston, who produced the feature.

The film, also starring Derek Luke and Mike Epps, hits theaters on August 17th.
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BRITNEY SPEARS STUNS IN NEW 'X FACTOR' POSTER

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The X Factor (Season 2), Britney Spears, Simon Cowell, LA Reid, Demi Lovato

Unforgettable. UnXpected. 'The X Factor' has unleashed the promotional poster for the show's upcoming second season, which sees Britney Spears and Demi Lovato join creator Simon Cowell and music executive LA Reid as new judges.

The  new season's 2-night premiere will take place on September 12th and 13th.
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JADA PINKETT SMITH COVERS 'ESSENCE' MAGAZINE

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ESSENCE - September 2012, Jada Pinkett Smith

Actress Jada Pinkett Smith covers the September issue of Essence magazine, where she chats about fighting human sex trafficking,  reaching out to Angelina Jolie for help and those rumors that she and Will Smith are headed for divorce.

"We’re not getting a divorce", the actress says. "Where am I going to go? That’s my boo. It’s like [Will is] another part of me." Well, there you have it. No Divorce!
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