Beyonce’s Baby Makes Billboard Chart History

Less than one week old, Blue Ivy, the baby daughter of Beyonce and Jay-Z, has become the youngest person ever to be credited on the U.S. Billboard chart.

The sweet infant sounds of Blue Ivy Carter, who entered the world in New York on January 7, are featured on the new single “Glory” released by proud dad Jay-Z on Monday.

The track made its debut on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop songs chart this week at No. 74 — the chart’s highest new entry — with the newborn credited as “featuring B.I.C.”, Billboard said on Wednesday.

Jay-Z, 42, released “Glory” just 48 hours after the birth of the music industry power couple’s first baby.

Rihanna Reveals “Talk That Talk” as Next Single

Rihanna is getting ready to release the third single from her sixth studio album, “Talk That Talk.” On Tuesday night (Jan. 10), the pop singer revealed to her Twitter followers that the album’s title track will be the next track from the disc to impact radio.

“#TALKthatTALK love u guys! Been missin u,” Rihanna wrote on Twitter, attaching a black-and-white image of herself crouching against a wall in what is presumably the single artwork. “Talk That Talk” was produced by Stargate, who previously did “Only Girl (In The World)” and “What’s My Name?” for Rihanna, and features Jay-Z.

Jay-Z is Duracell’s New Spokesman

Rapper Jay-Z has signed a multi-year global agreement with Duracell as an investment partner, and will also be the face and voice of the Duracell Powermat JV, the company announced Tuesday.

“I believe in the future of wireless energy and I believe that Duracell Powermat is the company to bring on the revolution,” the rapper said in a statement. “I’m partnering with Duracell Powermat because they’re providing the solutions for the future.”

“The Duracell Powermat joint venture merges Procter &Gamble’s core expertise in consumer understanding, brand-building and go-to-market capability with Powermat’s technological innovation and ability to create a best-in-class wireless charging experience,” said Stassi Anastassov, President Duracell, P&G, in the statement. “When we thought about bringing together representatives from best-in-class categories, Jay-Z was the natural choice to be the new face and voice of Duracell Powermat.”

“Jay-Z is power personified. He inspires millions of people all over the world on a daily basis with his music and his story,” said Ran Poliakine, CEO of Powermat Technologies. “There is no better face or voice that can move people to adopt a new paradigm in power delivery.”

The company will be presenting its new line of wireless charging products at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this week.

Beyonce and Baby Blue Ivy – First Picture!

We have the first picture of Beyonce with her new baby, Blue Ivy!

Beyonce sure looks incredible for just having given birth!

Beyonce, Jay-Z Have Baby Girl “Blue Ivy”

Superstar Beyonce gave birth to a baby girl this past weekend in New York. The first child of the singer and rapper and mogul Jay Z was given the name Blue Ivy Carter, taking Jay Z’s last name.

Speculations have been made about the origins of the name, but no comment has come from Jay Z or Beyonce about the baby’s name.

Lady Gaga Tops Forbes List of Highest Earning Women

Lady Gaga crushed her female musician competitors in 2011, at the top of a list of highest earning women with an estimated $90 million in income, according to a Forbes.com survey.

Gaga made more than double her nearest rival, country/pop artist Taylor Swift, thanks to multiple endorsement deals and an estimated $1.3 million nightly gross ticket sales from her concert tour.

Swift earned about $45 million, thanks to her hit album “Speak Now”, perfume line, and other deals, just ahead of “Teenage Dream” singer Katy Perry with $44 million.

Forbes.com drew up its list from data on pre-tax income compiled through record sales, touring data and interviews with music lawyers, managers and concert promoters.

Beyonce’s 2011 income dipped to an estimated $35 million, mostly because of her relatively small amount of touring this year, but her new album “4″, fashion line, and two fragrances helped to put her in 4th place.

Rihanna rounded out the top 5, earning an estimated $29 million from sales of her album “Loud”, and endorsements from cosmetics company CoverGirl.

Jay-Z to Headline Carnegie Hall Shows

In February, Jay-Z will headline the first ever hip-hop series of performances at New York’s Carnegie Hall. All the proceeds will benefit children’s education charities.

“It’s every artist’s dream to play a venue as legendary as Carnegie Hall,” Jay-Z said in a statement on Thursday. “The fact that I can use the arts and my talent to benefit the education of the next generation of artists, entrepreneurs, and great thinkers makes for a legendary night,” added Jay-Z.

The performances on February 6 and 7 will raise money for the United Way of New York City and the rapper’s Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation. Both organizations aim to boost educational success and on-time graduation numbers in impoverished areas of New York City and across the United States.

Private ticket packages for the concert will go on sale on December 12.

Adele on Top of Rolling Stone’s Album and Single List

Rolling Stone magazine named Adele’s album “21″ and single “Rolling In The Deep” the best of 2011.

Adele recently received six Grammy nominations and was chosen by Rolling Stone editors for her multi-platinum selling sophomore album, which was officially the U.K’s best selling album of the 21st century and 2011′s best-selling album in the United States.

” ’21′ was this year’s most stunning pop success, transmuting the young Brit’s personal sorrow — the collapse of an 18-month relationship — into a 13-million-selling smash that leapt across borders and oceans and united everyone from teeny-boppers to baby boomers to hip-hop-heads,” said Rolling Stone editors.

Jay-Z and Kanye West’s “Watch The Throne,” came second on the album list, followed by Paul Simon’s “So Beautiful or So What” at No. 3, Fleet Foxes “Helplessness Blues” at No. 4 and Radiohead’s eighth studio album “The King of Limbs” rounding out the top five.

Adele’s song “Rolling In The Deep,” was named the best single of 2011 by the magazine, as editors described it as the “breakup scorcher to beat all breakup scorchers.”

Jay-Z and Kanye West’s “Ni**as in Paris” clocked in at No. 2, while Britney Spears’ “‘Til The World Ends” made No. 3 on the list, Foo Fighters’ “These Days” at No. 4 and Paul Simon’s “Rewrite” at No. 5.

The full list will be available on newsstands and online on December 9.

Beyonce Discusses Pregnancy Cravings on 20/20

In a 20/20 interview with Katie Couric to air of Friday night, Beyonce addresses the rumors about what she has been craving during her pregnancy.

Beyonce told Couric that she hasn’t had those typical late-night urges during her pregnancy.

“Not really anything crazy,” Beyonce said. “I’ve read that I like ketchup on everything,” she added, adding that the rumor is not true. When Couric tried to confirm other Internet rumors about what the singer is supposedly making husband Jay-Z rush out for at 2 in the morning, Beyonce said the wildest one is also not true.

“I also read that you like ice cream with hot chili sauce,” Couric said. “Yeah, that’s very strange,” responded Beyonce. “Is that true?” Couric asked. “No it is not. I was on a plane and the flight attendant came and was like, ‘I have your hot sauce and pickles and bananas.’ I was like, ‘That is absolutely disgusting, what are you doing?’ He’s like, ‘I read it on the Internet.’ ”

When Couric asked the question everyone wants to know, whether she the baby is a boy or a girl, Beyonce smiled and put her finger up to her mouth and gave a coy, “hmmm.”

Clifford McGhee iMusicDaily Exclusive!

We recently caught up with multi-talented entertainment industry favorite Clifford McGhee to catch up on the latest projects he’s immersed himself into!

As an active performer who is constantly in demand, Clifford is a gifted recording artist, talented dancer and choreographer, and skilled actor.

Having worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Beyonce, Clive Davis, and Roy Hamilton. Clifford is steadily applying his talent to multiple projects and new opportunities!

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