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Rihanna canceled last night's Boston show due to laryngitis.

+ Rihanna canceled last night's Boston show due to laryngitis. "#BOSTON this is the hardest thing for me to deal with! I feel like we've been waiting for this day forever, and I'm hurt that I let you down," she tweeted. RiRi's next date in Baltimore on March 12 is expected to go on as scheduled. (Rolling Stone)

+ Speaking of show cancellations, Justin Bieber cancelled his March 12 show in Portugal, the second night of a two-show stint. This comes on the heels of a pretty bad week for the pop star. (MTV News)

+ However, Rihanna did make the opening date of her "Diamonds World Tour" on Friday in Buffalo, N.Y. Check out footage and photos from the show. (Rap-Up)

+ Justin Timberlake ruled "Saturday Night Live" this past weekend, natch. In addition to singing "Suit & Tie" with Jay-Z joining him, he slayed a number of LOL singing and regular skits, too. Watch the opening monologue and his performance of "Mirrors." (MTV News)

+ Check out Taylor Swift performing "22" on the closing night of BBC's "Let's Dance For Comic Relief" on Saturday. (Idolator)

+ Beyoncé stars as Queen Tara in the animated 3-D film "Epic," opening in theaters on May 24. In the meantime, get a sneak peek of the film. (Rap-Up)

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Justin Bieber collapsed backstage during his concert at London's O2 Arena yesterday.

+ Justin Bieber collapsed backstage during his concert at London's O2 Arena yesterday. Manager Scooter Braun told the crowd that Justin was "light of breath." The trooper that he is, Justin performed four more songs before going to the hospital. Though he later posted to Twitter "Gettin better listening to Janice Joplin," to reassure his fans. (MTV News)

+ Props to Kendrick Lamar, who earned the top spot on MTV's "Hottest MCs In The Game." 2 Chainz was the runner-up and Rick Ross took No. 3. Check out the complete list. (MTV News)

+ The good news: Miley Cyrus was photographed leaving a recording studio in L.A. (new music, yay!). The bad news: It appears she was not wearing her engagement ring (uh-oh). Just a couple days ago, she denied wedding cancellation rumors and declared a Twitter hiatus. (MTV News)

+ We should be hearing a new song by Selena Gomez next month! "I just finished my fourth record. I'll release the single in April and then I'll tour this summer," she told Teen Vogue. (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Yesterday, a supposed track list from Beyoncé's forthcoming album leaked. It lists collabos with Lady Gaga and Azealia Banks; Justin Timberlake; Rihanna; and Bey's sister, Solange. A rep would not comment to MTV News about whether the tracklist was authentic. (MTV News)

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Miley Cyrus has announced a social media hiatus. Come back soon!

+ Miley Cyrus announced a Twitter hiatus. "I am so sick of L.A. and sick of the lies that come with it. I didn't call off my wedding. Taking a break from social media. #draining," she tweeted. The break comes before Us Weekly's March 18 issue drops. The magazine claims she and Liam Hemsworth's engagement is over. (MTV News)

+ Drake premiered new NSFW track, "5AM In Toronto," via his October's Very Own blog late last night. Listen to a stream of the song, which is also available for free download. (Octobers Very Own)

+ Watch Justin Timberlake's promos with Kenan Thompson for this weekend's "Saturday Night Live," where he'll serve as host and musical guest. (MTV News)

+ Kanye West was not pleased with his No. 7 position in MTV's "Hottest MCs in the Game VIII," but amid his beef he also declared Lil Wayne the No. 1 rapper in the world. "That's the ultimate compliment, coming from a humble, great, extremely creative, & superior genius...I appreciate that Yeezy!" Weezy tweeted. (Rap-Up)

+ Selena Gomez's "Spring Breakers" is set to hit theaters on March 22, but fans in New York and Los Angeles can catch it a week earlier when it previews at Regal Union Square Stadium 14 in NYC and ArcLight Hollywood in L.A. on March 15. (Just Jared)

+ Bruno Mars' Unorthodox Jukebox has earned him his first No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart. Billboard reports that special $1.99 Amazon pricing contributed to the 95,000 copies sold last week. (Billboard)

+ Snoop Dogg/Snoop Lion is the star of a new video game. "Way of the Dogg," which is described as "rhythm-action, beat-matching combat experience," will be available on April 23. (Rolling Stone)

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Kanye West breaks media silence over "Hottest MCs In The Game VIII" position.

+ Kanye West hasn't been doing interviews lately, but he recently broke his silence to discuss MTV's "Hottest MCs In The Game VIII" (where he currently sits at No. 7). "To me, I feel like in order for them to put me as No. 7, they had to bring up things that they didn't like," he told New York's Hot 97. Listen to some audio from the interview. (MTV News)

+ Taylor Swift took on her critics in Vanity Fair's April 2013 cover story. "For a female to write about her feelings, and then be portrayed as some clingy, insane, desperate girlfriend in need of making you marry her and have kids with her... that's taking it and turning it and twisting it into something that is frankly a little sexist." she said. #cosign (MTV News)

+ Check out Beyoncé's latest "Mrs. Carter World Tour" promo photo, which she posted to Facebook. In it, she's rocking blonde locks with a splash of blue at the roots, and she looks gorgeous, natch. (Just Jared)

+ Carly Rae Jepsen canceled her appearance at Boy Scouts of America's National Scout Jamboree due to their ban on gay Scouts and leaders. "I always have and will continue to support the LGBT community on a global level and stay informed on the ever-changing landscape in the ongoing battle for gay rights in this country and across the globe," she said. Last week, Train also pulled out on the same grounds. (MTV News)

+ In other Carly Rae Jepsen news, take a listen to an, um... interesting mashup of "Call Me Maybe" with Nine Inch Nails' "Head Like A Hole." Oh internet, you so crazy. (Idolator)

+ Watch Mindless Behavior gush about how awesome Rihanna is before they cover a bit of "Pour It Up." They cutely change the lyrics to "snapback and dollar bills" versus "strip clubs and dollar bills." (Rap-Up)

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Watch behind-the-scenes footage of Rihanna's "Diamonds World Tour" preparations.

+ Rihanna's "Diamonds World Tour" kicks off in Buffalo, N.Y., on Friday. Get a sneak peek of Rihanna rehearsing choreography, the stage setup, and wardrobe before she embarks on the 27-city trek. A$AP Rocky also hits the road as Rihanna's special guest. (Rap-Up)

+ Kelly Rowland's readying her fourth studio album, Talk A Good Game, and she revealed in an interview that the record deals with matters of the heart. "Even the title track is about relationships -- the ins, the outs -- all the interesting moments of relationships." (Rolling Stone)

+ Watch Cher Lloyd (who now has blue hair) perform a stripped-down rendition of Robyn's "Call Your Girlfriend" during a recent promotional appearance. (Idolator)

+ Drake made it rain (actually, more like flood) to the tune of $50,000 during a recent visit to Charlotte, N.C.'s Cameo Nightclub. That's a strip club, if you didn't guess. (RapFix)

+ Showing off his musical genes, Will Smith's son Jaden Smith freestyled during his appearance on "Tim Westwood TV." He dropped some spontaneous flow and also chatted about missing Justin Bieber's birthday party and attending Kanye West's recent London concert. (Rap-Up)

+ Director/screenwriter Ric Menello passed away from a heart attack on Friday. He codirected Beastie Boys' classic video "(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party)" and also worked on their "No Sleep Till Brooklyn" clip and LL Cool J's "Going Back to Cali." He was 60. (MTV News)

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Lil Wayne reveals the tracklist for "I Am Not A Human Being II."

+ Check out Lil Wayne's track list for I Am Not A Human Being II, which is due March 26. The 15-song set includes guest collabos with Drake, 2 Chainz, Nicki Minaj, Juicy J, Big Sean, and Gunplay. (RapFix)

+ Watch Macklemore & Ryan Lewis' performances of "Can't Hold Us" and "Thrift Shop" from "Saturday Night Live." Also, check out a mysterious Daft Punk ad, which aired during the show. It might be a new tune from the French duo's forthcoming album, reportedly dropping this spring. (Billboard)

+ If you're going to play a drinking game with Mariah Carey, bubbly is the proper choice. On Friday's "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon," the diva played a game of champagne pong to celebrate the show's fourth anniversary. (Rap-Up)

+ In other Mariah Carey news, she's busy working on her album! She told Jimmy Fallon it could come out as soon as May. She's reportedly working with Jermaine Dupri, Bryan-Michael Cox, Hit-Boy, The-Dream, and Rodney Jerkins. (MTV News)

+ Prince also appeared on Friday's "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon." Watch him perform new song "Screwdriver" and classic track "Bambi." (Rap-Up)

+ The soundtrack to Dave Grohl's "Sound City" documentary, Sound City: Real To Reel, will be released on March 12, but it's available to stream right now. Listen to the rocking set, which includes song collabos with Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, Trent Reznor, former Nirvana bandmate Krist Novoselic, and more. (NPR)

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Stream David Bowie's "The Next Day" before its release.

+ David Bowie's The Next Day streets on March 12, but in the meantime, you can head to iTunes to stream it in its entirety. It's his first studio album since 2003's Reality. (Pitchfork)

+ Happy 19th birthday, Justin Bieber! He officially started celebrating after his London concert, where he gave fans a "present" by going shirtless while heading back to his hotel. "Great show!!! Now gonna celebrate 19!! Thanks," he tweeted. (Just Jared)

+ It's one thing to be a cover girl, but Rihanna is an Elle U.K. cover girl times four. Two covers will reportedly hit newsstands for the April 2013 issue, while the other two will be available on Elle's website. Check each of them out. (Neon Limelight)

+ Nicki Minaj gives "multitasking" new meaning. She's judging on "American Idol," prepping her video for "High School," and she told MTV News that recording a new album is up next. "I'll be doing it here in L.A. while I'm shooting 'Idol,'" she said. (MTV News)

+ Snoop Lion's debut album, Reincarnated, will be released April 23 and features collabos with Drake, Rita Ora, Chris Brown, and more. Watch a trailer for the companion documentary, which chronicles his Snoop Dogg to Snoop Lion Rastafarian transformation. It hits select theaters March 15. (Rap-Up)

+ Watch Macklemore and Ryan Lewis' anti-homophobia PSA for the You Can Play campaign. "Don't let being gay hold you back, and if you're straight, do not hold others back ... Anti-gay language has no place in sports, or music. If you can play, you can play," Macklemore says in the clip. (MTV News)

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Selena Gomez tweets her album's songs "have been decided."

+ Selena Gomez may be busy promoting her upcoming film "Spring Breakers," but she managed to drop some new album updates as well, tweeting, "All the songs have been decided coming to you soon." She's also performing during Radio Disney Music Awards, along with Cher Lloyd, Cody Simpson, and Austin Mahone on April 27. (Idolator)

+ Check out the track list for the "Spring Breakers" soundtrack, which was curated and co-scored by Skrillex. It includes songs from his ex Ellie Goulding, Rick Ross with Meek Mill, Torch and French Montana, Waka Flocka Flame, and costar Gucci Mane. (MTV News)

+ The-Dream, who wrote Beyoncé's "Single Ladies," is once again teaming up with Bey for her forthcoming album. He says they're making "music that feels good." He also told "RapFix Live," "She's just shooting to be regular and OK and not trying to appease everybody." (MTV News)

+ Speaking of the Knowles clan, Solange killed it on last night's "Late Show With David Letterman." Watch her perform the grooved-up "Don't Let Me Down" from her True EP. (Pitchfork)

+ Kendrick Lamar brought out surprise guests 50 Cent and A$AP Rocky during one of his shows at Roseland Ballroom in New York. Watch the crowd go bananas, natch, while A$AP joins Kendrick for the NSFW "F*****' Problems," and 50 and Tony Yayo drop in for "We Up." (Rap-Up)

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Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong opens up in Rolling Stone's cover story.

+ Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong opens up about his years battling substance abuse, the events leading to his recent stint in rehab, and his road to recovery in this week's Rolling Stone cover story, which hits stands on Friday. (Rolling Stone)

+ In more Green Day news, the group will resume the arena tour they postponed when Billie Joe Armstrong entered rehab. The arena tour launches March 28 in Rosemont, Ill., and ends April 18 in Los Angeles. They'll also perform three intimate shows prior to hitting the arenas. (MTV News)

+ Check out Justin Bieber's new "X"-shaped tattoo, which he shared on Instagram! (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Justin Timberlake and Mumford & Sons' Marcus Mumford have teamed up for a song. The track will appear in "Inside Llewyn Davis," a Coen Brothers' film that JT and Mumford's wife Carey Mulligan will star in. (MTV News)

+ Kanye West has been on a rant roll (kinda like a rick roll: awkwardly funny, but with more expletives) while touring Europe, and his stop in Paris was no exception. He dropped some good news, too. "I wanted to let you know, I'm working on my new s***," he said. (RapFix)

+ Demi Lovato chatted with Ryan Seacrest about her new "Heart Attack" single yesterday. "[It's about] other situations where I felt abandoned in my life and when you open up your heart to somebody, it's a risk. And this song is about taking that risk," she explained. (MTV News)

+ Time to get schooled: J. Cole visited Harvard University to drop some hip-hop knowledge at an event called "The Next Move: A Conversation with J. Cole." Watch footage from the discussion. (Rap-Up)

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