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Well it's an OFFICIAL wrap for girl group Danity Kane. This is no suprise in more ways than one. From Diddy dropped the bomb of kicking out Aubrey O'day and telling D. Woods she could leave, no one actually expected this group to stay alive after a hard hit like that. All pop acts have a time limit, it's just how much they're willing to sacrifice and how hard they plan on working to stay relevant.

However things are looking up for Dawn Richard. She was kept on by Diddy as a solo act and will also have a featured spot on Diddy's upcoming untitled album. It's too bad though with the success of Danity Kane's last two albums, the third might have just been the charm to solidify them as international pop stars. Now the countdown begins on how long it will be before Day26 breaks up.

Jennifer Hudson is finally back to work on the set of her music video for "If This Isn't love". She is also set to perform the National Anthem at this Sunday's Superbowl and at the Grammys the following Sunday. All this work is the perfect distraction she needs right now.

Yesterday news spread like wildfire about the confirmation of the professional split between Kelly Rowland and Matthew Knowles. Knowles, manager of Destiny's Child, the solo careers of the members and manager to second daughter Solange Knowles, has finally been smacked in his face. Below are two statements regarding the split

Kelly Rowland

“Mathew Knowles has been a positive influence in my career. I have had great success under his guidance — both as a member of Destiny’s Child and with my solo projects. Although we have decided to part ways professionally, the Knowles family and the entire Music World Entertainment team will always be my family.”

Matthew Knowles

“After a very positive meeting between Kelly Rowland and myself, we have amicably agreed to end our professional relationship. My company, Music World, will continue to manage Destiny’s Child as a group. As an artist Kelly has incredible talent and I only wish her the best. We will always be family first and foremost, and as a dad I only have love for Kelly.”

All I have to say it's about time. Those statements seem so fake. Of course with public statements you have to have some sort of dignity and class but I know inside Knowles is pissed as hell and Rowland is smiling from ear to ear. As time progresses we'll see if Kelly's poor performance as a solo artist really had to do with Knowles being her manager.

Here's a 2009 Grammy Promo Poster of Kanye West that just appeared out of nowhere. You can view the rest here.

Keyshia Cole covers the March issue of Vibe. It's a fresh art type cover displaying Keyshia's classic beauty type.

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Overseas in the U.S., Inaugural weekend is firing up with a handful of official balls to be hosted by U.S. President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Many of mainstream America's finest have been tapped to perform at these events... Just to go a little off topic Obama has had a worldwide affect, one reason is, so many Bahamians are traveling to the U.S. just to stand on the side of the road in hopes of catching a glimpse of the Cadillac.

So for awhile now it's been known Queen Beyonce (you might as well give her the title cause everyone gives her what she wants) will be performing at least once in the ceremonies for President Obama. Now it's been confirmed that she is to sing for Obama’s first Inaugural dance. GAD DAMN, what an honor that is and at such a young age, I must give it to you Matthew Knowles you've made an icon. The song she is to sing is being kept under wraps. She will also be performing along with Jay-Z, Will.i.am, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys, Shakira, Sting, Mary J. Blige, Stevie Wonder and Maroon 5 at the Inaugural Neighborhood Ball airing live on ABC on Tuesday night.

UPDATE: Beyonce herself has confirmed she will be singing "At Last".

Now on to the younger generation, the Disney kids that is. Usher, Bow Wow & Rihanna are a few of many entertainers to perform at Disney’s “Kids’ Inaugural: We Are The Future,” concert. The concert, which will be hosted by Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden (Vice President elect Joe Biden's wife), and will also honor military families.

Jennifer Hudson, who everyone had their fingers crossed to sing The National Anthem for Obama, will make her return on Feb. 1st at Superbowl XLIII(43). This is great, I may not keep up with American Football like I do my with my music and entertainment but I never miss a Superbowl, it's just unnatural for me. I'll be looking forward to watching J. Hud. put tears into the viewers' eyes.

J. Hud.

When Jennifer Hudson returns to work this will be her second single. Perfect for radios, this should definitely catch on. On a side note, it would have been really nice to see Jennifer Hudson perform at the Inauguration but since she still isn't ready Beyonce is set to perform. I don't think Beyonce was a replacement but it just kills me that this lady gets everything she wants. Well follow by her motto, "With hard work anything is possible", and you'll too be have your own way with the world's leaders.

Jennifer Hudson- If This Isn't Love