NEW MUSIC: SWV - 'All About You'

90′s R&B super group SWV are back with the follow-up to ‘Co-Sign’ entitled, ‘All About You’.

Lifted from the trio’s comeback album ‘I Missed Us’, the track is a mid-tempo song detailing the motions of falling in love. “All I can do is smile, cause you holding me down, I wanna tell you the truth, because it’s all about you,” the ladies harmonize using classic 90′s samples like ‘I Like The Way (Kissing Game)’ and nostalgic instrumentation.

‘I Missed Us’ will  markthe group’s first studio album in years since their disbandment in 1997. The LP is due in stores April 17, 2012. 

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Get into SWV’s alleged second single below!!! I love it. Definitely that feel good music. I love that the other members also get a chance to showcase their vocals. All three of these women sure have voices.

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GOSSIP: Brad and Angelina finally engaged?

USA Today reports, the world's most-watched couple, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie will soon tie the knot for good!

Beverly Hills jeweler Robert Procop confirms to Lifeline Live that he helped Pitt design a stunning custom diamond ring for Jolie, with whom he has six children.

The couple was spotted Wednesday night at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where Jolie donned a massive diamond ring on her left ring finger. 

"Brad had a specific vision for this ring, which he realized over a yearlong collaboration with Robert. He wanted every aspect of it to be perfect, so Robert was able to locate a diamond of the finest quality and cut it to an exact custom size and shape to suite Angelina's hand," 

Procop explains in a statement. 

"Brad was always heavily involved, overseeing every aspect of the creative design evolution. The side diamonds are specialty cut to encircle her finger. Each diamond is of the highest gem quality. "

Procop was not just some random choice for Pitt. The jeweler has worked with Jolie as well, designing jewelry to benefit the Education Partnership for Children in Conflict via their Style of Jolie collection.

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GOSSIP: Lionel Richie Owes IRS $1.1 MIL?

 

Lionel Richie owes some money to Uncle Sam.

The 62-year-old music legend has a $1.1 million debt to the Feds, according to IRS documents obtained by E! News. The hefty sum is leftover from unpaid income taxes in 2010.

In addition, Richie has been slapped with a lien, meaning the federal government has the right to seize his assets if he doesn't pay up in a timely manner.

Fortunately, with new projects in the works it seems the "All Night Long" crooner should be able to scrounge up the cash to put this financial matter behind him.

Richie has a recurring role on The Voice as an adviser this season, and he will also appear alongside Kelly Clarkson and Robin Thicke as a judge on the new singing competition show Duets.

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HOT SHOTS: Iggy Azalea for ACCLAIM Magazine Issue 26

ACCLAIM Magazine turns up the heat as their new cover features Australian-born LA-based rapper Iggy Azalea.

Check out more hot shots from the Raptress who has received accolades from T.I. and many other Hip Hop artist. 

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: VH1's Behind the Music: AKON

Akon shares his inspiring journey to the American Dream on VH1’s “Behind the Music.” Born in Senegal, Africa, the platinum hitmaker opens up about his home life and troubled past including a stint in prison for stealing cars. He also talks about the infamous time he tossed a fan offstage, discovering Lady Gaga, and being the last artist to record with Michael Jackson.

The one-hour special features commentary from his longtime friend Wyclef Jean and footage from his new video shoot for “Hurt Somebody,” a single off his upcoming album Stadium.

 Check out the full episode below!

Behind The Music

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CANDIDS: Beyonce, Monica, Rihanna, Sean Kingston, Common, Evelyn Lozada, & Gabrielle Union

 Beyonce and her daughter Blue Ivy Carter leaving an office building in New York City, New York on April 12, 2012.

Monica spotted in SoHo, NY on her way to the airport after two stellar performances on 'GMA' & 'Live with Kelly'

Pop Goddess Rihanna is seen leaving Giorgio Baldi restaurant after a night of dining in Los Angeles.

Singer Sean Kingston seen leaving with friends from popular restaurant Katsuya in Hollywood.

Rapper, Common was seen leaving his hotel in SoHo, NY.

Star of 'Basketball Wifes' Evelyn Lozada seen creating her very own signature shake at 'Millions of Milkshakes' cafe in Hollywood.

'Think Like A Man' actress Gabrielle Union at The Grove to do an interview with Mario Lopez for the show EXTRA in Los Angeles, California on April 12, 2012.

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Jennifer Hudson & Ne-Yo – Think Like A Man (Live) American Idol

 

Returning to American Idol tonight: Grammy- and Oscar-winning alum Jennifer Hudson, who brings Ne-Yo with her to perform their hit Think Like a Man. She looked fantastic and sounded even better, leading a troupe of dancers dressed in black. 

Check out the American Idol alumni in action below. 

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HOT SHOTS: Exclusive Photos From Alicia Keys' VIBE Cover Story

AFTER MORE THAN A DECADE IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY, ALICIA KEYS IS FINALLY FINDING HER VOICE.

Alicia and Swizzy get very candid with VIBE, check out a few excerpts below and more photos from Alicia's spread. 

“It was the craziest thing,” says Dean, leaning forward in his chair. “We had a work lunch with some people, and I get home and look in the back pocket—"

"My credit card was in his pocket,” Keys finishes the story, eyes wide. “Why was my credit card in his pocket?”

One explanation might be that he’d grabbed it by accident when they split the check, but that would be too prosaic. They saw the credit card debacle as a sign, the first of many. Well, second, if you count the time, 14 years ago, when they first met and Dean tried unsuccessfully to get her number from his friend.

 “It wasn’t our time yet,” he says with a smile.

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The issue hits newsstands on April 16!

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MUSIC NEWS: Lil Wayne's New Album 'Devol' Dedicated To Fiancee Dhea?

Lil Wayne has announced his new album Devol, which will contain a host of love songs.

The Young Money boss has been recording his tenth studio album since the release of his last number one record Tha Carter IV. Wayne announced the new project yesterday during an interview with MTV, and revealed his new fiancee Dhea may have a hand in the title of the album.

"I was recording an album at the same time called Devol spelled D-E-V-O-L, 'cause that's 'love' spelled backwards," he told MTV's Hip-Hop POV, revealing that he recorded the album while he was incarcerated at Riker's Island prison in 2010.

"And it's my version of love songs. And what I mean by my version of love songs is they're not saying I love you."

Lil Wayne has been dating Dhea for more than a year, and she was recently spotted with a huge rock on her engagement finger, fuelling rumours he had proposed.

In the meantime check out a clip from the first episode of Hip Hop POV. Are you ready for an album of love songs from Weezy?

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CANDIDS: Rihanna & Chris Spotted in Sydney together?

NOT QUITE!!!.... Hours after ex-boyfriend, Chris Brown, landed in Oz, Rihanna, who was in town for the premiere of her film debut 'Battleship,' departs from Sydney Kingsford-Smith Airport.

 

Meanwhile, Chris Brown was seen arriving to a swarm of excited female fans at Sydney Kingsford-Smith Airport with his girlfriend Karrueche Tran in tow.

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VIDEO PREMIERE: J. Cole - 'Sideline Story'

Fayetteville native J. Cole is still pumping out visuals from his Gold-selling album, Cole World: The Sideline Story.

Today, the Terry Sanford High School graduate released a new video for his song, “Sideline Story.” The video was shot all over the world following Cole’s travels performing shows international locales like Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Stockholm, Oslo and multiple stops in England.

In the song – one of my favorite on the album - Cole addresses his drive, rapper preconceptions, taking advantage of opportunities and not being sidelined by criticism and pessimism he’s faced rising in the music industry.

Check out the Grammy Award nominee’s new video below! 

 Thoughts?!?

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HOT SHOTS: Monica & Brandy on Live with Kelly [VIDEO]

In case you missed Brandy & Monica perform, “It All Belongs To Me”on GMA, check out their performance from this morning on “Live with Kelly!”. If you haven't picked up Monica's 'New Life' yet I highly suggest that you do!!! More pics of Brandy & Monica being mobbed by fans below

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HOT SHOTS: Nicki Minaj Shoots an Ad in Brooklyn/ Roman Reloaded First Week Album Sales

Nicki was spotted in Brooklyn today wearing another one of her unusual outlandish outfits as she filmed an ad for Mephisto Shoes. 

In recent music news, Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded easily grabbed the top spot on the latest Billboard album chart, moving 253,000 copies in an extremely respectable opening week. It’s her first debut at number one, though her 2010 debut Pink Friday did find the upper plateau several months after its release thanks to the late surge of “Super Bass” in early 2011.

The success of Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded is easy to see, as Minaj went on a media blitz that included a free surprise concert in Times Square and the continued success of the single “Starships” (which currently sits at number five on the Billboard Hot 100).

Congrats are in order for the barbz. 

Check out more pics of Nicki below...

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Brandy and Monica Reunite on GMA [VIDEO]

In support of Monica’s new album New Life hitting stores today Brandy and Monica both appeared on the Good Morning America Spring Concert series to perform their new collaboration single It All Belongs to Me. Check out the ladies in action below and peep the dope interview. We love their new-found bond. 

Peep the interview and performance below!!!

 

Brandy was spotted rocking a tote bag by CÉLINE and Christian Louboutin platform heels while leaving the performance.

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Nicki Minaj Dateline ABC Interview

After bursting onto the music scene just two years ago, Nicki Minaj has become a show stopper.

The 29-year-old candy-coated rapper, who was signed in 2009 after appearing on a DVD called "The Come Up," had the opportunity to perform with Madonna at the Super Bowl XLV Halftime Show and on "American Idol." She also made jaws drop with her controversial performance of "The Exorcism of Roman" at the Grammys. And that's just what she's done so far this year.

Fresh off the release of her second album, "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded," Minaj sat down for an interview with ABC's Juju Chang to talk about her tumultuous childhood, the wardrobe malfunctions, dealing with her new found fame -- and what she really thinks of Lady Gaga.

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FASHION: Men's Givenchy Buckled High-top Sneakers

 

 Even though they have a neutral color, these sneakers from Givenchy ($606) will bring you a lot of attention. Their most notable detail is the buckle straps around the ankle and midsection. These shoes also feature calfskin leather, a leather inner sole, and white rubber sole with a Givenchy logo on the back. 

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