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Beyonce Releases Summery Song ‘Standing on the Sun’

Just in time for the summer of 2013, a new Beyonce song called 'Standing on the Sun' has been released. You might be familiar with the track, as it appears in the songbird's H&M commercial for her swimwear line.

Jury Selection for Michael Jackson’s Wrongful Death Trial Begins in Los Angeles

Jury selection in the Michael Jackson wrongful-death trial begins today (April 2) in Los Angeles. The case stems from the late singer's mother, Katherine Jackson, who is suing the concert promoter AEG Live for negligence.

Before Car Accident, Chris Brown Visited Debbie Allen Dance Academy

Despite crashing his Porsche into a wall Saturday (Feb. 9) because of, allegedly, nagging paparazzi, Chris Brown did managed to pay a visit to the Debbie Allen Dance Academy in Los Angeles.

Kanye West’s ‘Rich Black American’ Album / Track Listing Photo Is a Hoax

Remember that image of the track listing from Kanye West's rumored new album 'Rich Black American'? Well, forget about it -- it was all a cruel hoax.

Kanye West’s Alleged ‘Rich Black American’ Album Track Listing Revealed

The Internet is abuzz over a screenshot (pictured left) of an iTunes track list for what appears to be Kanye West's new album 'Rich Black American.'

Nelly Heads to the Desert to Shoot Video for ‘Hey Porsche’ Single [Pics]

Nelly got down and dirty at his video shoot Tuesday (Jan. 29) for his latest single, 'Hey Porsche.' The St. Louis rhymer film the clip in the desert outside of Los Angeles. Nelly decided to share some pictures from the set on his Instagram page.

Unreleased Aaliyah Song ‘Quit Hatin” Hits the Internet

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Rita Ora + Snoop Dogg Shoot Video for ‘Torn Apart’ in Thailand [Pics]

Pop star Rita Ora was having a dog day afternoon, but it was all in good fun. The 'R.I.P' songbird was recently in Thailand shooting a new video for 'Torn Apart,' her new collaborative song with Snoop Dogg.

Beyonce Announces New Destiny’s Child Single, Greatest Hits Album

For those of you hankering to hear some new music from Destiny's Child you are in luck. Beyonce just announced on her Facebook page that a new song titled 'Nuclear' will appear on the group's greatest hits compilation 'Love Songs.'

Nicki Minaj + Adam Levine Bringing Lifestyle Brands to Kmart

Chart-topping pop stars Nicki Minaj and Adam Levine have partnered with Kmart to bring their respective fashion lines to its stores and the shopping website, ShopyourWay.com.

Kanye West to Record Dr. Seuss Rap for His Unborn Kid

Kanye West may be taking the whole baby daddy thing just a little too far if we are to believe the tabloids. According to Hollywire (via The Sun), Yeezy is penning his own remake of Dr. Seuss's classics 'Green Eggs Ham' and 'The Cat in the Hat.'

Nelly Goes For a Ride with ‘Hey Porsche’ Single

Nelly is back and he's eyeing the pop charts with his radio-friendly single 'Hey Porsche.' The song follows the formula of his 2010 hit 'Just a Dream' with its twangy rock guitar riffs and sing-songy rap flows.