Enrique Iglesias collaborated with Ciara on his new single, "Takin' Back My Love" which they performed for the first time at the 2009 NFL Pro Bowl halftime show in Honolulu, Hawaii. These two did a great job from the vocals especially with the support of the marching band. Love that Herve Leger skirt! (Thanks Sincerely Ciara!)



Check out the official video spot for "Takin Back My Love" which was directed by Ray Kay below. Their undeniable chemistry made the video worthwhile. (Check out the photo collage I made from the video for proof!) The video comes just in time for Valentine's Day - Nice!

Labels: Ciara, Enrique Iglesias, Music Hoopla, Video Hoopla

Ciara released the video treatment for her new single, "Never Ever" featuring Young Jeezy last night on BET's "Access Granted." True to form, Ciara exhibited the one known factor about her talent - dancing.




I love that Ciara and the video director Chris Robinson added a snippet of "Promise" in the beginning. Close friend Monica and Usher's R&B group One Chance added brief appearances in the video. Cici's video honey is cute!

Polow Da Don and Ciara arguably have musical chemistry as he spinned the classic Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes’ “If You Don’t Know Me by Now" for this new Cici track.

"Never Ever" would lead off Ciara's much delayed yet highly anticipated third solo effort Fantasy Ride with appearances by T-Pain, Ludacris, Justin Timberlake and Chris Brown. Hopefully "Never Ever" would then ignite buzz back into the project. Go ahead Super C!

Labels: Ciara, Monica, Music Hoopla, One Chance, Video Hoopla

Ciara kept busy putting the finishing touches on her upcoming third studio effort, Fantasy Ride. Super C (her alter ego) was spotted in Atlanta with Young Jeezy on the video set of her new single, "Never, Ever." According to Yahoo Music, the "Never, Ever" video premiere hits the online world on January 31.



Ciara also filmed her video spot alongside Enrique oh so sexy Iglesias for his new single, "Takin' Back My Love." (The video was directed by Ray Kay.) Something tells me that Enrique will re-create the same magic he had with Whitney Houston and Kelis with Ciara. (I can't wait to see this video.)



Thanks Sincerely Ciara.

Labels: Ciara, Music Hoopla

Today a new song leaked from Ciara's upcoming record Fantasy Ride made its way onto the music blog scene. The new song in question is called "Turn Me On" with Chris Brown (who blatantly had a crush on Ciara. Remember their hot BET Awards performance?!) A full length music video from Ciara and Chris would certainly be entertaining. Unfortunately the song only leaked for a minute long tease. Give it a quick listen...



Ciara has been on point these past two months from the "Slow Down" duet with 50 Cent to her "Diva" freestyle to the release of her official single, "Never Ever" with Young Jeezy. Ciara's Fantasy Ride drops on April 3rd but what do you think of this new Ciara/Chris Brown song?

Check out this video of Chris dancing to "Single Ladies" at Liverpool studio. Funny...

Labels: Chris Brown, Ciara, Music Hoopla, New Music

Music producer/hitmaker Polow Da Don compared his working relationship with Ciara to Timbaland and the late Aaliyah in a recent interview with MTV. Polow just produced the official single, "Never Ever" off Ciara's upcoming third album Fantasy Ride.

"We both came up and were raised in the same camp," Polow explained to MTV News. "We've known each other for a long time. We actually just have this natural chemistry that I don't even have with some of my own artists. I understand her and I understand what she should be doing," the producer added. "I look at it like this: When I work with her, I'm a fan, and this is what I want her to be doing, " the producer added. "And one thing people do say about when I work with Ciara is that I make her sound better than ever," he continued. "I make her sound like a vocalist versus the other stuff she may do that's more performance, where she can get on the dance floor. It's kind of the same thing with Aaliyah. She may not have been the best singer, but her voice was so unique and her sound — she had her own lane, and I think Ciara is like that same thing." (MTV News)

Although Polow may have meant the comparison as a compliment, Polow must not know about the Ciara/Aaliyah stans...

Labels: Aaliyah, Ciara, Music Hoopla, Timbaland

The long awaited New York premiere of Biggie's biopic, "Notorious" was held last night at AMC Loews Lincoln Square. Many of Bad Boy artists and supporters were at the event except for Total, Mase, Lil' Kim and 112. Would you go see this film when it opens on January 16th?



Naturi, formerly of 3LW, talked about her Lil' Kim portrayal to Black Tree Media. Naturi said she hoped that Kim would be proud of what she did. Kim is said to be upset and disappointed with the casting as reported by Baller Status.



UPDATE: Voletta has since spoke out on Lil' Kim's remarks to Essence magazine.

“I saw a side of my son that I heard of but I haven’t accepted. I’m angered by certain things, disappointed and shocked. So this film taught me tolerance and to be less critical. I would love to speak to Lil’ Kim, because I need to ask more about this love relationship because I really didn’t like the way he treated her and I’m praying that that’s not it. Only she can answer those questions. She’s a sweet girl and I didn’t think she deserved to be treated the way he treated her, if that’s the case.”

At least no hard feelings were meant...

Labels: Box Office Hoopla, Cassie, Ciara, Derek Luke, Diddy, Lil' Kim

The first official single for Ciara's upcoming third album Fantasy Ride hit the radio via ATL's DJ Greg Street and eventually the buzz made its way onto blogosphere today - a day before its official release. The Polow Da Don-produced song in question is called, "Never, Ever" featuring Young Jeezy and the upbeat tune samples ‘If You Don’t Know Me By Now’ by Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes.



Check out what Super C Ciara had to say about "Never, Ever' in a new Myspace blog:

Hey hey hey!:) just wanted to give u a heads up! Be on the look out for my first single called Never Ever Produced by Polow Featuring Young Jeezy! Im sooo excited about it. Its a record for my ladies! As always! Im talking about the confusion we all go through while being in love..its real…u know sometimes i ask, “why does love have to be so complicated?”, why does it always have to be a game?”….just a little girl talk:) oh yeah, and of course Jeezy had to Represent for the Fellas. I didnt forget the guys!:)…i dont want spill too much beans…but i just cant wait! Jan 5th is the big day, lookout!! Ladies, lets have some girl talk then. love C

I love the message behind Ciara's new song and it's just catchy as its predecessor, "Go Girl" but what do you think?

Labels: Celebrity Blog, Ciara, Music Hoopla, New Music

Ciara or rather her alter ego/comic book character Super C did a freestyle of Beyonce's current Sasha Fierce single, "Diva." The single was recorded for Ciara's upcoming "Fantasy Ride" mixtape which also has the "Slow Down" remix with 50 Cent. Simply put Ciara's vocals rides the track effortlessly just like when she did the "Feedback" remix. Now if only fellow R&B divas can hop on this remix like Mya, Christina Milian, Kelly Rowland or even Cassie. Check it out...

“I know you know about that diva diva named B. While I’m at it, I’mma tell ya ’bout this diva named C.” So do you like Ciara's remake of "Diva" or not?

Labels: Beyonce Knowles, Ciara, Music Hoopla, New Music

Taken off her upcoming Fantasy Ride mixtape, Ciara collaborated with 50 Cent (yet again) on the track, "Slow Down (Remix)." No doubt these two have great chemistry which is quite evident on the upbeat bombastic track. You already know that her alter ego Super C would nail this track when she gets to perform it live. (The beat is taken from Slim’s, “Good Lovin” featuring Fabolous & Ryan Leslie.)



In related news, Ciara appeared in the January 2009 edition of Women's Health magazine where she eagerly talked about her fitness tips. (Her rules left little doubt on how she secured that Wilhemina modeling contract!) Ciara also described her upcoming third album (Fantasy Ride) as a "roller coaster." Her new single, "Never Never" featuring Young Jeezy (produced by Polow Da Don) impacts on January 19th.




2009 may very well be Ciara's year. So do you like this new Ciara & 50 Cent tune or not?

Labels: 50 Cent, Ciara, Music Hoopla, New Music, Newsstand Snapshots

Ciara hasn't made a bad style choice from the Armani dress to those over the knee Etro boots. Her fashion game has been on point as evident at the Beverly Hills premiere of "The Wrestler" last night. She wore a Carrie Bradshaw-like flower tank top and high-waisted pants.



Ciara's rumored boyfriend 50 Cent was also at the premiere. They didn't walk the red carpet together but 50 did take a photo with the film's star Mickey Rourke.



Halle Berry caused a frenzy through the blogosphere via topless snapshots of her on the Vancouver set of "Frankie & Alice." Next up for Halle is her co-hosting gig with Tyler Perry at the 40th Annual NAACP Image Awards this February.


Estelle, Nick without wife Mariah Carey Cannon, and Kelis celebrated the birthday of celebrity publicist Tracy Nguyen at Mr. West in New York last night. Black was the ideal color to rock at the event.

Labels: 50 Cent, Box Office Hoopla, Ciara, Estelle, Halle Berry, Hot Night Spot, Kelis, Nick Cannon, Out and About

Teyana Taylor (who just celebrated her 18th birthday) showcase her preppy tomboy style for the latest edition of Black Beat magazine. Her new single, "I Feel Alive (Spinning)" featuring Pharrell (off her soon to be released debut album, "From The Planet of Harlem") drops in early January.



Another hot leaked track lifted from Ciara's upcoming album "Fantasy Ride" hit the web today. The song is question is called "Keep Dancing" featuring The Dream. (Rumor has it that the song leaked much earlier this year.) The voices blend on this futuristic melody which I have on repeat now. Give it a quick listen...


So do you like this new Ciara/The Dream duet...or not?

Labels: Ciara, Music Hoopla, New Music, Newsstand Snapshots, The Dream

Christina Milian and Gabrielle Union showed up in jeans and Santa hats at the Pepsi Holiday House.



Check out photos taken on Christina's "Us Against The World" video shoot as posted up on her official myspace page.



Gabrielle dropped by "Chelsea Lately" to tackle bloggers once again.



A dressed down Jessica Alba and her equally laid-back husband Cash Warren took their daughter Honor marie out shopping at SLOW clothing store on Melrose Avenue.


Stacey still can't believe she's 42 Dash and her husband Emmanuel Xuereb made their way outside Minotti in Los Angeles.



Solange attend the gallery opening of Pete Wentz and Travis McCoy's "Without You I'm Just Me" held at Gallery 1988 in West Hollywood.



Fresh off her busy NYC event hopping, Ciara rock sky-high ankle boots to the Atlanta Hawks vs Cleveland Cavaliers game over the weekend.

Labels: Ashlee Simpson, Ciara, Jessica Alba, Out and About, Solange, Stacey Dash, TV Hoopla

Ciara hit up the French Connection store in Soho for some retail therapy on Thursday afternoon. (Okay can we all pause at her YSL footwear?! Didn't I tell you those shoes were ideal this season?) Last night Ciara attended the screening of "Benjamin Button".


Her third studio album, "Fantasy Ride" drops in 2009 with "Go Girl" and the new single, "Never, Never."

Labels: Ciara, Out and About

In the January 2009 issue of ELLE magazine, Ciara has a new high fashion photo spread and perhaps thanks to her Wilhelmina modeling contract. In some of the photos, Ciara (in MaxMara) resembles a young Josephine Baker, don't you agree?



Ciara (or is that Super C) in this year's trendy Yves Saint Laurent platform pumps rock a new hairstyle at the Miu Miu cocktail party in New York City. The Polow Da Don produced track, "Never, Never" is said to be the next single off Ciara's upcoming music project. I cannot wait to hear her album, "Fantasy Ride" when it hits stores next year!

Labels: Ciara, Newsstand Snapshots, Out and About

Rihanna and her yellow smiley face nails attended the Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball in London.(Love that Burberry Prorsum spike necklace!) Next up for Rihanna is her appearance on the season finale of "X-Factor" where she'll perform with JLS.



The Kardashian clan (Kris Jenner, Kim, Kourtney, and Robert) came out to support Khloe's PETA AD campaign via a billboard unveiling ceremony on Melrose.



Close friends Kelly Rowland and Serena Williams joined Lenny Kravitz for a Kodak moment at a fashion event in Miami.



Ciara appeared in a photo spread for "WOMEN" magazine. You gotta love those blue suede boots she has on. Thanks to Sincerely Ciara for the scan!

Labels: Ciara, Kelly Rowland, Kim Kardashian, Lenny Kravitz, Newsstand Snapshots, Out and About, Rihanna, Serena Williams