Beyoncé and Rihanna to duet?

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Beyoncé has reportedly recorded a duet with Rihanna for her new album. The 'Single Ladies' diva is currently preparing her fourth solo album, which is due for release in June, and is said to have included a collaboration with Roc Nation star Rihanna.

"Rihanna has wanted to work with Beyoncé for some time now and, after talking about a duet at this year's Grammys, they have finally managed to set aside some time to record together," an insider has revealed, reports M is for Music. "The song will feature on Beyoncé's album and will be a number one smash hit for sure." [SOURCE]

JAY-Z, RIHANNA TO APPEAR ON U2 ALBUM, 'DUALS'

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Irish stadium rockers U2 have announced that they will be featuring Jay-Z and Rihanna on their forthcoming album 'Duals,' a collection of the band's collaborations over the last three decades.

Bono and his team shocked the world when they tapped Jay to tour with them in 2010, during their Australian 360 Tour. Jay, who had previously performed and collaborated with rocker and vacation buddy Chris Martin of Coldplay, fit in perfectly on the sold out tour, hopping up to rock a new verse with the band over their 1983 classic 'Sunday Bloody Sunday.'

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Rihanna's 'S&M' Becomes Her 10th #1 Single

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The first two singles from RIHANNA's Platinum album LOUD -- "Only Girl (In The World)" and "What’s My Name" -- hit #1 on the BILLBOARD Hot 100, and now it's the third in a row, with "S&M" topping the charts this week.

"RIHANNA's 10th #1 single is a monumental accomplishment and a testament to her incredible artistry," said ISLAND DEF JAM MUSIC GROUP Pres./COO STEVE BARTELS. "This was a truly collaborative and creative effort, spearheaded by RIHANNA's tireless work and aided in no small part by the incredible BRITNEY SPEARS and her team. I am extremely proud of RIHANNA, her ongoing dominance on the charts, and the entire IDJ team who worked so diligently to bring this one home."

In 2010, RIHANNA became the first female artist of the past decade to chart six #1s on the Hot 100 when "Rude Boy" went to the top. "Only Girl" pushed RIHANNA in the lead for most #1s (9) since 2000. She was previously tied with USHER at 8 #1s. [SOURCE]