Snooki Becomes A Music Manager With Own Management Company

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Snooki wants to help in finding the next pop star. The former ‘Jersey Shore’ star and television personality reveals, “Basically, I decided to give a couple of artists the chance to get out there and get noticed in hopes of getting signed and basically have their dreams come true,” during a recent interview with E! News.

“That’s basically what Team Snooki Music is, just helping them with my networking and Twitter, Facebook and just trying to get them out there because I think they have great talent,” she added. “One of our artists, AdELA, we are doing a concert for her in Miami this Friday so I’m really excited about it.”

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Mariah Reveals “New Era” Album Release Date

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Mariah Carey has finally decided on a release date for her new album. The singer tweeted late Wednesday night, “The New Era Begins.. 7/23 #MC723,” making the official announcement on her Twitter page.

Mariah began working on her fourteenth studio album and hit the recording studio back in 2011 and the album will finally be released this year.

Carey currently has a new single, “Beautiful”, with fellow singer Miguel.

Are you excited for a new album from Mariah Carey?

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Mariah & Miguel Perform Single “Beautiful” On GMA

Beyonce Gives Kelly Rowland Her Opinion On “Dirty Laundry” Single

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In a recent interview, Kelly Rowland reveals what Beyonce had to say about her “Dirty Laundry” single. The same single she confesses to be envious of her career while in an abusive relationship.

On How Beyonce Responded After Listening To The Song:
“I played it (“Dirty Laundry”) for her and Michelle. Beyonce said, “I never left”. It was endearing, it was real, she heard how real I was and she was like “Like I’m so proud of you.”

Hmmm…that’s it? We wonder what Bey had to say about Kelly being jealous and envious?

Interesting.

Check out more of the interview below.

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Jennifer Hudson Named As New ‘American Idol’ Judge!

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Jennifer Hudson is officially and ‘American Idol’ judge! The singer has just signed on for season 13 to sit among the judging panel.

Although Hudson did not win during season 3 when she was a contestant, she has gone on to have a successful Grammy and Academy award winning career.

And now, after Randy Jackson announced his departure, we now know that current judges, Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, and Keith Urban, will not be returning.

Former Idol contestants including Kelly Clarkson, Adam Lambert and/or Clay Aiken are also rumored to join Hudson as judges for the show’s upcoming season.

Do you think Hudson is a great choice for a judge?

(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Kelly Rowland & Paulina Rubio Confirmed As Season 3 ‘X Factor’ Judges

Kelly_Rowland_Paulina_Rubio_X_Factor_JudgesSimon Cowell has chosen singers Kelly Rowland and Paulina Rubio as his new ‘X Factor’ judges for the show’s upcoming third season.

Of the decision Cowell released this statement, “It’s taken more than a decade but I’m delighted to finally be on a panel with three girls (I think!),” Cowell said in his statement. “Paulina and Kelly both have great taste and massive experience in the music industry and together with Demi, this is going to be a fun panel. It just feels like the time to do something different.”

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Justin Bieber Booed At Billboard Music Awards, Says “I’m No Gimmick”! (Video)

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Justin Bieber was unfortunately booed Sunday night after winning the first ever “Milestone Award” at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards.

Upon accepting the award and being booed Bieber stated, “I’m 19 years old. I think I’m doing a pretty good job. From my heart I really just want to say, it should really be about the music. It should be about the craft. The craft that I’m making. This is not a gimmick. I’m an artist and I should be taken seriously. All this other bull should not be spoken of.”

Bieber is the first artist under 19 to have five number 1′s on the Billboard 200. Check out his heartfelt speech below.

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Could Drake & Jay Z Be Working On A New Record Together?

Drake_Jay_Z_Studio_Instagram_PhotoWhat could these two be cooking up? Jay Z and Drake were photoed in a recording studio together recently and now many are wondering if the two will collaborate together.

Def Jam A&R & Vice President Lenny S. posted the above photo with the caption, “Warning: Please be very afraid of the music we’re working on. OVO x ROCNATION

We can’t wait to hear what these two were able to put together. Drake is currently working on his forthcoming album ‘Nothing Was The Same’.

(Photo: Lenny S./Instagram)

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Drake & Teyana Taylor Coupled Up Instagram Photo

Chris Brown Unveils The Chris Brown Channel For His Fans

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Chris Brown fans, you  now have 24 hours access to your favorite singer! Brown has launched his very own online channel! It’s called, The Chris Brown Channel. What else did you think it would be called?

The channel made its debut just yesterday when the singer tweeted, http://thechrisbrownchannel.com ! So excited to share my journey with you guys! Straight from my phone! All me!!!!”

The channel will be a collection of vlogs and photo collages of projects Brown have worked on, as well as, future projects. Upon the site’s unveil, the singer’s already sent out several links to videos and photos of himself on the set of video shoots and things he’s currently working on.

He also added, “Excited to post more stuff I’m doing on my channel tomorrow!”

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Beyonce Pens Letter Apologizing To Fans For Cancelled Show!

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Beyonce is feeling remorseful for having to cancel her Mrs. Carter Show in Belgium, Tuesday night. Of the cancellation, the singer pens a letter to her fans expressing her deepest regrets.

Bey begins her letter with, “I’ve never postponed a show in my life. It was very hard for me.”

“I promise I will make it up very soon,”
she continued. I’m sorry if I disappointed you.”

To read the singer’s full letter head over to The Gossip Wrap Up.

The singer’s rescheduled performance is set for tonight.
(Photo: Beyonce/Instagram)

Solange Knowles Starts Own Music Label, ‘Saints Records’, New Song “Looks Good With Trouble” With Kendrick Lamar

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Solange Knowles has some major news she’s just revealed! The musician made the announcement on Twitter, Tuesday afternoon, that she has started her very own record label!

She tweeted, “Big news day for me! Wasn’t ready to announce, but since false info is spreading I will gladly do so:) Supppppperr EXCITED!”

“Super stoked to announce I’ve started my own label,SAINT RECORDS,where I’ll be releasing my music & other projects distributed through SONY! It is through SAINT RECORDS that I will be releasing my full length album, and also future music projects that I’m excited about sharing!,” Solange continued.

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Former ‘Danity Kane’ Members Planning A Reunion?

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Is former girl group ‘Danity Kane’ planing a reunion? Sure looks like it. Since disbanding in 2009, four of the original five members reunited for a little lunch date at Maggiano’s Restaurant in Los Angeles, Monday afternoon.

Members, Aubrey O’Day, Dawn Richard, Aundrea Fimbres, and Shannon Bex were all in attendance. The only member not there, Wanita “D.Woods” Woodgette. Wonder what happened to her?

Although Dawm went on to join Diddy and Kaleena in the ‘Dirty Money’ trio before starting a solo career, Aubry O’Day has continued to attain some success on the real television circuit, but we haven’t heard much from the other ladies.

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Cee-Lo Lands Own Reality Show, ‘The Cee-Lo Life’ On TBS

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Cee-Lo is his own reality show.

Cee-Lo is getting his very own reality show. On Friday, TBS announced that they’ll be airing a six-part mini-series called ‘The Cee-Lo Life’. The series will document the musician’s life as a singer, songwriter and producer. We will also get to see a reunion with his ‘Goodie Mob’ hip hop group.

Cee-Lo was a member of the group for much of the 90’s.

“This new TBS series will give viewers the chance to get to know Cee-Lo Green, who is without a doubt one of the hardest-working men in show business,” said a network spokesperson. “The Cee-Lo Life is certain to be a smart, fun and funny journey packed with a lot of great music,” the rep adds.

The show is set to premiere, sometime, in early 2014. Will you be watching?