BEYONCE KNOWLES ANNOUCES TRIO OF POST-BABY SHOWS

She’s only been a mom for a few months, and already BeyoncĂ© Knowles is itching to get back on stage in front of her fans.

The “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” songstress has booked a three-night run at Revel Beache’s Ovation Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey over Memorial Day Weekend.

Obviously tickets will get snatched up in a matter of mere minutes after they go on sale Friday, April 6th at 10:00am EST.

Beyonce gave birth to her first child, a daughter named Blue Ivy, on January 7th, 2012 and she and hubby Jay-Z have been enjoying their new roles as parents.

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: DENRELE AND DENCIA

 The eccentric entertainers got together for this rare photo, when they attended a colleague’s birthday party recently. Birds of the same feather…

SOUL E'S EX TO RELEASE ALBUM

When the name Queen Ure Okezie pops up in conversations, it most times has to do with discussions on Nigerian singer Soul E’s life and career or because of her recently-declared undying love for 2face Idibia.

But little did we know that the former bank employee and only daughter of the former late Minister of Agriculture, Dr J.O.J Okezie has followed the line of her ex-husband as she has been honing her skills as a singer; not giving up on her ambition to become a star singer and hit-maker.

We’ve been told Ms Okezie is set to release her first ever single ‘A better place’ under Ikenga Entertainment Inc. headed by A&R veteran Chris Kehinde Nwandu. As described by Ikenga, Okezie delivers the song in English with spices from Yoruba, Ibo and Hausa language.

A full album is expected to drop later on this year.

SHOCKER ! BRIDE SLUMPS AS TAXI DRIVER ESCAPES WITH WEDDING FOOD

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The colorful wedding ceremony between for Miss Doris Longe and Ade Imasuen was greeted with commotion and disappointment when news filtered in that the taxi driver that was hired to transport the food and other refreshments to the reception venue has escaped with everything in his possession.

The excitement at the reception venue,a popular hotel in G.R.A Benin City was dimmed immediately the news of the disappearance of the taxi driver with the food and can drinks was broken to the gathering.

We learnt that the taxi driver was stopped around King’s Square area of Benin City and was contracted to transport the food and other entertainment items from the bride mother’s house in G.R.A to the reception also in G.R.A.

It was gathered that those the bride’s mother delegated to take charge of the food assisted the taxi driver in loading the eleven giant coolers of well prepared fried/jollof rice.fried meat,moi-moi,pounded yam with egusi and ogbolor soup as well as serviette and breakable plates into the car.

The driver who claimed to know the venue of the reception in G.R.A, was told to go unaccompanied to quickly drop the items and return to pick the remaining things while they get themselves ready for the reception.

But after awaiting for the taxi driver for almost two hours and he did not show up;it then dawned on those in charge that the worst may have happened,so they had to embark on searching for the taxi driver which proved abortive.

It was gathered that serious efforts were made by both families of the couple to conceal the news from them,but the sudden change of mood at the reception aroused the couple’s curiosity.

The bride Doris Longe collapsed on hearing the life time embarrassing news that a taxi driver has absconded with her wedding reception food. She was however revived with the effort of family members,friends and well wishers as the event continued in a low spirit.

All the comedic moves adopted by the Masters of Ceremony to restore smiles to the faces of the disappointed audience failed.

The bridegroom and his father in-law who is a UK based industrialist declined comments, but both were visibly not happy with the development.

LIL WAYNE CITED FOR NOT MAINTAINING HIS LOUISIANA MANSION, ON SALE FOR $1.7 MILLION

The Code Enforcement Department of Kenner, Louisiana, has cited Lil Wayne for not taking taking care of his yard work.

Lil Wayne has been cited for high grass and weeds at his 10,000 square-foot mansion by the Code Enforcement Department of Kenner, Louisiana.

According to nola.com, the rapper's mansion, which has five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and two half baths, is on sale for $1.7 million.

"It's an immaculate property," said listing agent Lincoy Moliere. "It's in great condition. It's going to make somebody very happy."

This isn't Wayne's first code violation. In 2007 and 2008, the city put liens totalling $3,635 against his property for previous citations for "grass, weeds, litter and stagnant pool."

LINDSAY LOHAN PUTTING HERSLF ON HOUSE ARREST UNTIL PROBATION IS OVER

Lindsay Lohan is done gambling with her freedom -- after another bout with trouble just this week, she is following the advice of her closest friends and putting herself on lockdown until her probation is up in two weeks ... TMZ has learned.

Although she claims she did nothing wrong, Lindsay once again found herself in the news this week for all the wrong reasons ... when a clubgoer claimed LiLo hit him with her car in Hollywood early Thursday morning.

According to our sources, the latest incident prompted people close to Lindsay to beg her to stop going out at night until her probation is over. We're told Lindsay agreed and will now only leave her house when she really has to ... like for her court ordered community service at the morgue.

Her probation is scheduled to end March 29.

JAJ, TOOLZ, ELDEE, DAREY, OTHERS SPEAK ON D'BANJ - DON JAZZY SPLIT

The recent split between Mo’Hits bosses D’banj and  Don Jazzy has gained major attention from all over the world with everyone sharing their opinions on the sad separation.

Here’s what some of key industry players have to say on the shocking development… We’d love to know what you think too.

Terry Tha Rapman: Well, first of, I don’t want to believe it’s true. Who knows it might be a publicity stunt. But if it’s true, then it’s sad because they were about to make history with the alliance with G.O.O.D Music. Now Mo’Hits’ fans are torn apart and it might affect both of them.

M-Trill: I think it’s a sad development not just that they split but the way they did. I wish it was more cordial. Now, I have renewed my respect for Kenny Ogungbe and D1. I wish them both the best…

Demola Ogundele (Notjustok): The split is sad. The good thing is that they are still both alive and have the opportunity to drop music that we can still enjoy. The bad thing is that we won’t get to enjoy the Synergy and the magic they have created together in the past. I wish them both blessings as they move on to their individual goals.

Evaezi: I’m genuinely speechless and sad. They made a great team… Their chemistry was unbelievable…and you could feel it in their music.  As for the effects, I honestly don’t know. I guess we’ll have to wait and see.

Cyrus Tha Virus: I really think it’s not as bad as a lot of people are making it out to be; both parties have paid their dues together as a formidable Mo’Hits entity. Now I guess it’s time for chasing separate personal dreams; what it portends for the Nigerian Music industry? I guess we will now see a lot of the other ‘labels’ struggling to become the number one label in Nigeria and I can’t wait to see what Don Jazzy and D’banj can do separately.

Goldie: I feel it’s very sad, especially as together; they were a force to be reckoned with. It’s hard to imagine how each would cope without the other.

Princess: They are both roles models to a lot of people. They should sort out their differences but not break up

Overdose: Both men are grown and make decisions. I don’t think it has anything to do with other people making music.

Aremu Afolayan: a fan of them. I don’t know what their problem is. They make a hell lot of money from us Nigerians. They should call themselves together and settle it. It’ll affect a lot of things in the industry.

OC Ukeje: The music industry will do well with or without them. They will need people. Don Jazzy has an advantage over him as a producer and singer.

Olisa Adibua: The industry is bigger than them. So it can’t affect them. It’s time for the industry to get more people. The artistes under the label won’t suffer, just that the friendship between the two will. They might come back again like the Beatles

Jacob Akinyemi Johnson: Well the truth is I don’t have all the facts about the matter yet, and as such I can’t really speak on it for now. Don Jazzy and Dbanj are both my friends so I have to be careful what I say about it for now.

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: It’s hard to react yet because we’ve not heard from D’banj yet, but in all I think music has gone beyond individuals, it’s not the end of the world. The good thing is Don jazzy has said he’s gonna continue doing music and D’banj too will continue, though maybe on an international level, but at any rate, I think they will continue doing good music.

eLDee: I don’t see any negative effects on the industry. I think they are going to continue to do good music as long as they are active. It’s just unfortunate things turned out this way and I wish it wouldn’t have come to this. I’ve been through this before and I can tell you it hurts. But I wish them the best.

Damilola Purple: I was surprised and its a big blow to the music industry... i wish them well and i hope to see alot of new things from them separately in the nearest future.

Toolz: I think it’s sad because you really can’t talk about Nigerian music without mentioning them. However, I see it as a whole new chapter for the artistes on the label and I also think that won’t stop them from doing music.

Steve Babaeko: Unlike most people my focus is not on the split but the outstanding contribution that both Don Jazzy and D’banj have made and are still making to Nigeria’s music industry. Change is part of this game, sadly so. In a country where millions of young people are struggling to find their voice, these gentlemen not only found theirs they spoke eloquently about the courage, perseverance and creativity of Nigerian youths. I wish both of them good luck in their future pursuits.

Olumide Iyanda: Well I think it definitely has affected the music industry, I was there when the whole thing started in 2004. Anyway, for now, let’s see how the whole thing goes.

Segun Demuren: I think it’s a shock, especially coming on the heels of a major international deal, I wish it didn’t have to happen this way. Don Jazzy is probably the best producer in the country right now, and D’banj, in spite of what people may say or think, I mean, I know he drew quite a lot of criticism on twitter and the like, but he is one of the most electrifying performers anywhere. I think they will both go on to do very well in their careers.

Modenine: Well I’ve known D’banj for quite a while now, more than 10 years ago, and I’ve also met Don Jazzy as well and we all know they are both an award winning team. I’m not about what went down and all of that, but It’s unfortunate. I do wish them well though.

Obi Asika: I was extremely sad to see Don Jazzy’s tweet today. I just want to salute Don Jazzy and D’banj and the entire mo hits crew, amazing memories! I pray that the personal relationships can be repaired and wish both Don Jazzy and D’banj well. They made history don’t forget it! Sad News!

Illbliss: It came as a shock. They made great music as a team but then that’s the music business. Life goes on uninterrupted.

Darey: It’s pretty sad to hear that because they are all my friends. I hope everything turns out for the best

DRAKE FILES OFFICIAL RESPONE TO "MARVIN'S ROOM" LAWSUIT

UPDATE #2: Drake counters a lawsuit claiming that he owes a woman money for use of her voice on "Marvin's Room."

According to an exclusive story by The Hollywood Reporter, a woman claiming to be Drake’s ex-girlfriend and the inspiration for “Marvin’s Room” is suing the YMCMB rapper for co-writing royalties on the song.

Ericka Lee, who is credited in the liner notes of “Marvin’s Room” as a vocalist under the name “Syren Lyric Muse,” believes she is entitled to a larger share of the song’s royalties. Lee filed her initial claim in July of 2011, and was met by a counterclaim from Cash Money/Universal Records roughly six weeks later. According to Lee’s suit, she believes her “contribution is highly significant to the overall work.”

“Drake allegedly agreed to work with Lee on ‘Marvin’s Room’ and split the proceeds,” writes Eriq Gardner of The Hollywood Reporter. “Lee says she was asked to record the song’s ‘hook’ as well as the opening monologue that would serve as the thematic framework for a song about Drake’s yearning for an ex-girlfriend and how his fame interfered with his love life.”

Lee also claims she was offered a $50,000 payment along with 4-5% of the song’s royalties after threatening Drake with legal action prior to filing her lawsuit. “Marvin’s Room” peaked at the number 21 spot on Billboard magazine’s Hot 100 singles chart.


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UPDATE: Yesterday (February 3), a spokesperson for Drake told The Los Angeles Times' "Pop & Hiss" column that there is no merit to Erick Lee's claims. "This claim is entirely without merit and our client has not engaged in any wrongful conduct. Ericka Lee consented to the use of her voice in the song 'Marvin’s Room' prior to its release. Lee asked only for the credit she received as 'Syren Lyric Muse,' and she did not ask for any compensation," said the Drake camp yesterday. "It was only after she retained a lawyer that there was a demand for payment. Drake tried for months to resolve the matter amicably, and he now looks forward to being vindicated in court."

A history of the "Marvin's Room" inspiration and controversy can be read at "Pop & Hiss."

(February 4)

UPDATE #2: According to TMZ, Drake has filed an official response to Ericka Lee's lawsuit that claims he owes her compensation for use of her voice on "Marvin's Room." In the filing, Drizzy says he never promised to pay her any money, and that "she consented to the use of her voice in the song 'Marvin’s Room' for no compensation." He also denied having a romantic relationship with Lee, and denis threatening her for filing her initial complaint. A judge is yet to rule on the matter.

DAVIDO SPLASHES N2M ON NECKLACES

Pop singer Davido is having it good for himself. And he has the goodies to show!

Two monster hit songs and a year after his debut in 2011, the 19-year-old has become an A-list performer, rocking the biggest of shows in the country. His music has also generated a lot of buzz outside the country as he has already begun performing overseas.

And for all this hard work and subsequent success, the singer has decided to spoil himself. Davido who is currently in Malaysia for a show (which took place on Friday, March 16, 2012) found some time to shop, buying for himself a couple of hand rings, wristwatches and chains which includes a N2M necklace.

‘@iam_Davido just blew 2m naira on this chain yoooooo’, Davido’s manager Asa Asika tweeted a few hours ago.

‘Davido has bought the whole Malaysia o! He is just balling anyhow on this trip’, a friend who’s with him on the trip told us.

‘CYPRUS, GHANA, CANADA, KENYA, SA IM COMING SOON!!!!!! #DAVIDOTOUR‘, the singer tweeted moments later.

Watch Davido’s performance in Malaysia below…

CHECK OUT RIHANNA'S NEW TATTOO

 A cross tattoo which she had done a few days ago. You like?