A Third the Way Through: How's 2011 Been?

At the end of 2010, Katy Perry was atop the singles charts in America and several other national charts, while Susan Boyle capitalized on what worked with her debut album as she secured her reign atop the album charts around the world for a second holiday season. But exactly how the first few months of 2011 would shape out would surely be an interesting ride.

The big story thus far this year has been Adele's enormous success. Having the strongest first week sales of any album this year and being the first album of 2011 to cross the platinum barrier, Adele's 21 has officially confirmed that her transatlantic journey proved to be successful. Add to that the growing momentum of her lead single "Rolling in the Deep," she may be the first British female with a number one album and single since Leona Lewis accomplished that feat in 2008.

Another major story was Britney Spears's return to music. Her lead single "Hold It Against Me" would preform quite well on the charts, debuting at number one on the Hot 100 with over 400,000 copies sold in its first seven days on digital music media. Unfortunately, the song strong entrance on the charts would be short-lived as the song rapidly fell off the charts (largely because of the absence of any promotion). March would prove to be far better as the album debuted at number one, her sixth chart-topper and the youngest artist to do so.

Jessie J Moves Up Album Due To High Demand

Jessie J is the artist of the moment in the UK, building upon the successes she achieved thus far in her burgeoning career. She was crowned the winner of BBC Sound of 2011 and has had a number two charting single with "Do It Like A Dude." In addition, mid-week charts have the singer's new song "Price Tag" with B.o.B making her first trip to the top of the singles chart. With all the interest surrounding the singer's music, her new album has experienced the most encouraging gesture by a label imaginable: a pushed-up release date.

Jessie J To Go On Tour

Jessie J is bring her talents on tour throughout the British Isles this April. The seven date tour through the UK and Ireland begins at the Academy in Glasgow on March 31 before making her way southward, ending the UK leg at London's Shepherds Bush Empire on April 5. Afterward, she finishes the tour in Ireland, performing at Dublin and Belfast on Aprlil 7 and 9, respectively.

Check out all of the dates below:

Jessie J's Official "Who You Are" Album Artwork & Tracklist

British belter Jessie J shows off her badass-ness on the official artwork of her debut album Who You Are. Sporting a jet black bob, black lipstick with golden designs and black nails, the 22-year-old is pulling off with ease her best rock star with just the right amount of black and gold to distinguish herself from blending in with a sea of Pittsburgh Steelers' fans. Sexy and evocative, the album cover is an instant attention-grabber.

Jessie J's Debut Album Finished; Nicki Minaj Collabo?

The budding Pop/R&B star from London that goes by the name Jessie J is on the verge of officially completing her album and rumors are buzzing that her debut LP may include a Nicki Minaj collaboration. The singer tweeted, "The album is DONE! Just to finish 1 song!! #STANDUP in the studio nooooowww!!! Arghhh!!!!"

Watch Jessie J's "Do It Like A Dude" below:

Jessie J Writing For Willow Smith's Debut Album

Jessie J is a unique talent in the music world. This is the same artist that one day can write an age-appropriate super-hit like "Party in the USA" and the next day pen an adult only female anthem like "Do It Like a Dude." Therefore, it should come as no surprise that the 22 year-old Brit is working her magic on new Willow music.