New Joint: R. Kelly feat. Ciara "Echo"

Here's another song from R. Kelly's "Untitled" album, in stores on Dec. 1. Not sure how I feel about the yodeling though. In general, I think the songs I've heard from the upcoming record sound mediocre. I'm just sayin' ... Thoughts?

Ciara Booted from Britney Spears Tour

Ciara will be replaced by "American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks on the second leg of "The Circus Starring Britney Spears" tour.

Sparks will be the opening act for the U.S. series of shows, while Kristinia DeBarge will continue to perform on all dates. Up-and-coming acts Girlicious and One Call will appear in select cities. Leg two of "Circus" kicks off Aug. 20 in Hamilton, Ontario and ends on Sept. 27 in Las Vegas.

Jive Records didn't give a reason for the switch. It seems kinda shady, especially because Ciara has more star power, and ummm talent, than that Jordin Sparks.

Inquiring minds want to know ...

Spotted at Billboard.com