BEYONCE: E! Says It's Official
Is the worst kept secret in showbiz now out in the open? It looks that way -- E! is claiming that "multiple" sources have confirmed that Beyonce is indeed pregnant with her and Jay-Z's second child.
Now word yet as to how far along Beyonce is, or whether Blue Ivy will be having a little brother or sister.
J. COLE: Moved Album Release Date to Compete With Kanye
The streets are really anticipating J. Cole's sophomore project, Born Sinner -- so much that he's pushed the release up from June 25th to June 18th. One little detail -- that's the day Kanye West's album is rumored to be dropping.
A source tells the Hollywood Reporter, "J. has been working non-stop to put out his album a week earlier -- living in the studio, bringing in full orchestras and a choir." And J. says, "I wanted to come out earlier, but I kept hitting these creative zones where I couldn't finish. Cause I kept making more and more and more. It…was effortless, how I made this album."
KANYE WEST: Two New Tracks and a Rant
Kanye West gave fans a treat Wednesday night at the Adult Swim up fronts party, held at
At the surprise event that wasn't made public until word got out yesterday afternoon, Ye played an hour-long set, opening up with dramatic renditions of last year's singles "Mercy" and "Cold," followed by previews of two new tracks that are more than likely from his upcoming sixth album, expected to drop June 18th.
A few songs later, he got into a track he recently debuted for the first time at the Met Ball.
West is set to perform on Saturday Night Live's season finale this weekend. Should we expect another rant?... Or a no show?
Check out the footage here.
NICKI MINAJ, RIHANNA: Who's Will Be Billboard Awards' Top Female Artist?
Is there such a thing a friendly competition between women?
We'll find out this during this Sunday night's Billboard Music Awards, when the award for Top Female Artist is announced. Nicki Minaj and Rihanna, two of the baddest chicks in the game, are both finalists in this category. They'll also vie against Taylor Swift, Adele and Carly Rae Jepsen.
Nicki will be performing with Lil' Wayne. Also on the bill are Ne-Yo, will.i.am, Justin Bieber and Akon.
The Billboard Music Awards will air live Sunday on ABC.










