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Watch Usher Perform 'I Believe In You and Me' at the Whitney Houston Tribute Show

Jessica Sager — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 22:05:05 +0000

Usher is one of the many formidable acts paying tribute to fallen legend Whitney Houston on the CBS special in her honor. Footage has emerged of Usher covering the Four Tops' 'I Believe In You and Me,' the same track Houston belted on the soundtrack to 'The Preacher's Wife,' and Usher absolutely nailed it.

Jennifer Hudson + Usher to Pay Tribute to Whitney Houston in TV Special

Scott Shetler — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 13:57:29 +0000

Some of the biggest names in popular music will remember the life and career of Whitney Houston in an upcoming CBS special featuring live performances by Jennifer Hudson, Usher, Celine Dion and others to be announced. 'We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute To Whitney Houston' airs on Friday, Nov. 16 at 10 pm ET.

Usher Performs 'Euphoria' With Swedish House Mafia at 2012 iHeart Radio Music Festival

Jessica Sager — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 22:27:33 +0000

Swedish House Mafia may be breaking up, but they're going out with a bang. The EDM trio performed at the 2012 iHeart Radio Music Festival, but they weren't alone. "This is the first time we're going to perform this song with a very good friend of ours." That friend was Usher.

Usher, Estelle + R. Kelly Lead Nominee Pack for the 2012 Soul Train Awards

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:30:22 +0000

Usher leads the pack of nominees for the 2012 Soul Train Awards with five nominations, including Album of the Year for 'Looking 4 Myself.' Following behind Usher is R&B songbird Estelle with three nods including Song of the Year ('Thank You').

Shakira Set to Make More Money on 'The Voice' Than Usher

Nadine Cheung — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 16:15:01 +0000

Despite its downshift in ratings, ‘The Voice‘ is reportedly set to pay millions to its new coaches, with Shakira raking in an even higher salary than Usher. According to The Hollywood Reporter, a source claims that Shakira will be earning $12 million to replace Christina Aguilera on the hit NBC series, while Usher will be [...]

Usher Admits He Climaxes to His Own Music + Explains Why He Signed Justin Bieber

Trent Fitzgerald — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 14:00:02 +0000

Oprah Winfrey gets up close and personal with Usher on her latest episode of 'Oprah's Next Chapter.' The talk-show veteran asked the question all his female fans probably wanted to know: "Have you or do you make love to your own music?" The answer is quite surprising.

Tameka Foster Vows to Appeal Usher's Custody Victory

Jessica Sager — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 14:31:36 +0000

Following Usher‘s surprising custody win, his ex wife Tameka Foster wasted no time announcing her plans to appeal the judge’s decision. Just when you thought the drama was over! TMZ reports that Foster believes the ruling was unfair and the result of a biased judge. While we’re not sure if the judge was influenced one [...]

Usher's Custody Hearing Won't Be Delayed Following Stepson's Death

Jessica Sager — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 15:22:35 +0000

Despite Usher‘s request to delay his custody hearing over sons Usher Raymond V, 4, and Naviyd, 3, to allow he and ex wife Tameka Foster to mourn the death of his stepson in a tragic jet skiing accident, a judge ruled that the hearing will go on as scheduled — and as Foster wished.

Usher's 11-Year-Old Stepson Buried in Atlanta + More

Kat Lee — Sat, 28 Jul 2012 12:39:37 +0000

- Our thoughts are with Usher and his family today as his 11-year-old stepson Kile Glover was laid to rest in private ceremony in Atlanta today (Friday, July 27). Glover was removed from life support after he was hit by a jet ski while floating on an inner tube on Lake Lanier in Atlanta.

Investigation Into Usher's Stepson's Accident Continues, More Serious charges Possible

Trent Fitzgerald — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 13:04:18 +0000

In the wake of the Kile Glover’s passing on Saturday (July 21), authorities in Atlanta are moving forward with their investigation in the July 6 jet-ski accident that ultimately killed Usher‘s 11-year-old stepson.

Nelly Furtado Performs New Song 'Parking Lot'

Scott Shetler — Sun, 22 Jul 2012 16:00:28 +0000

Nelly Furtado debuted a new track at Thursday night’s concert at the Sayers Club in Hollywood, treating a small group of fans to the first live performance of ‘Parking Lot,’ a vibrant song from her next album, ‘The Spirit Indestructible.’ As revealed in the footage captured by Rap-up TV, the live version of ‘Parking Lot’ [...]

Usher's Stepson May Be Taken Off Life Support

Jessica Sager — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 16:00:23 +0000

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Usher‘s stepson, Kile Glover, may be taken off of life support. TMZ reports that Usher’s ex-wife, Tameka Foster, may be forced to take 11-year-old Glover off of life support next month because his health insurance will no longer pay for it. Glover was declared brain dead following a jet [...]

Usher Seeking Settlement in Custody Battle with Ex-Wife

Trent Fitzgerald — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 15:37:08 +0000

Usher reportedly is rethinking his legal strategy in his ongoing custody battle with Tameka Raymond — this after a jet ski accident left his 11-year-old stepson brain dead. TMZ is reporting that over the weekend Usher and Tameka talked about reaching an amicably settlement in their case.

Rihanna Reveals Love for Chris Brown in Harper's Bazaar Interview

Jessica Sager — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:15:27 +0000

Rihanna revels in her dramatic love life, but part of why there’s so much drama is because she’s scared of something serious. The singer revealed that her love for Chris Brown while they were together makes it much more difficult for her to let anyone in now.

Usher Runs and Gets Aquatic in 'Scream' Video

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 20:03:59 +0000

Just a day after releasing his new album Looking 4 Myself,’ Usher drops his music video for his latest single, ‘Scream.’ The clip, which was helmed by directorial team BB GUN, includes footage of his performance last April in the off-Broadway show ‘Fuerza Bruta: Look Up.’

Usher Covers Foster the People's 'Pumped Up Kicks'

Scott Shetler — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:36:23 +0000

Usher showed the rock side of his personality with a new cover of Foster the People‘s ‘Pumped Up Kicks’ on which he played bass guitar. The R&B star recorded the song for the Radio 1 Live Lounge Series, which regularly encourages cover performances. Looking like a rock star with sunglasses and a sleeveless jean jacket, [...]

Usher, 'Looking 4 Myself' – Album Review

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 20:00:53 +0000

Usher takes some big risks on his seventh LP ‘Looking 4 Myself,’ the follow-up to his 2010 Grammy-winning album ‘Raymond v. Raymond.’ The veteran R&B mack brings his signature falsetto vocals and lays it on top of genre-bending songs — some of which are a hit and others, are a miss.

Listen to 30-Sec Snippets of Usher's 'Looking 4 Myself' Album

Scott Shetler — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 12:43:49 +0000

With just over a week until Usher‘s ‘Looking 4 Myself’ officially arrives, the singer is giving fans a chance to preview the album with 30-second snippets of 15 of the 18 tracks on the deluxe edition. The eight-minute clip posted on SoundCloud reveals plenty of sexually-charged lyrics and a lot of dance music.

Justin Bieber Battles Against Usher on the Dance Floor at Listening Party

Trent Fitzgerald — Sat, 19 May 2012 15:15:20 +0000

Not only are Justin Bieber and Usher good friends, they are also competitive as well. When the R&B crooner held his one-day run in the off-Broadway production of ‘Fuerza Bruta’ to preview his new album ‘Looking 4 Myself,’ Biebs came through to support his boss.

Go Behind the Scenes of Usher's 'Fuerza Bruta' Rehearsals

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:50:25 +0000

Last April, Usher wowed audiences with his aerial performance during his one-day run in the off-Broadway production of ‘Fuerza Bruta: Look Up.’ The singer got his jog on as he played the show’s lead actor the “Running Man” and featured songs from his upcoming album ‘Looking 4 Myself’ (due June 12).