VH1 News — Usher said "Papers" was recorded before his marriage ended. "Unfortunately, it did become a reality," he said of the Raymond v. Raymond track. more info

Reuters — LOS ANGELES (Billboard) - When Usher and his creative team began tossing around ideas for his next album, they had one goal in mind: to get his swagger back. more info

AngryApe — His mentor praises his musical talent more info

Pop Crunch — -Poor thing: Kirsi Alm, an anchor on Finland’s MTV3, fell out of her chair while reading the news during a live broadcast….. -Suspended Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas will not face jail time for his felony gun conviction from a locker roo... more info

Idolator — :: The Top 10 will sing soul/R&B songs. Michael Lynche, if you don’t own the night, we’ll be very disappointed. Check out the list of the 122 songs contestants can choose from, and let’s put down some serious money on Andrew Garcia doing “Umb... more info

411 Mania — "Idol" down to the Top 10... more info

Mjsbigblog — Usher will be mentoring the Top 10 on Tuesday (8/7c FOX) as the kids take on R&B/soul songs.  He’ll return on Wednesday (9/8c FOX) to perform his new single, “OMG”.   Also set to perform–Diddy & Dirty Money will be on hand to perf... more info

VH1 News — Justin Bieber is a "prodigy," says Usher, recalling why he signed the teen star. more info

MTV.com News — 'His voice was incredible,' says teen star's mentor, recalling why he signed him.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Sway Calloway Justin Bieber Photo: Getty Images At one time, both Justin Timberlake and Usher wanted to sign YouTube sensati... more info

VH1 News — Usher spoke to MTV News about the lyrics of his racy new single "Lil Freak." "It happens," the singer said about the song he penned about real-life experiences. more info