Def Jam's recording artist Rihanna first entered the music scene in 2005 premiering her first single "Pon De Replay".  From there she's been making headlines for her "Good girl gone bad" image from the way she dresses, to her sexual lyrics, and even her on and off relationship with R&B artist Chris Brown.  Lately Rihanna has been making headlines but this time it's focusing on her music.

The latest single "Diamonds" off her 7th album "Unapologetic" is making noise everywhere including the charts.  The single has been a hit reaching the 5th spot this week on Billboard's Hot 100 making this her 23rd time in the top 10 of the Billboard's Hot 100 chart.

The album is expected to be released November 19th, 2012 along with her upcoming tour 2013 Diamonds World Tour.  The first show opener will take place on Friday March 8th, 2012 in Buffalo,NY at the First Niagara Center. Get your tickets as soon as possible for this is a show you would not want to miss!!!

*WBLK Intern James Cook has contributed to this blog.

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