Friday, February 3, 2012

Madonna Stages A Comeback

Madonna speaks during a news conference for NFL footbal's Super Bowl XLVI's halftime show Thursday in Indianapolis. (AP)

Pop icon Madonna just won a Golden Globe for her song “Masterpiece” from her film “W.E.” which hits theaters this week.

The “material girl” also has a new album out this week and is set to perform at the half-time show during Sunday’s Super Bowl. Music Critic Tim Riley tells us what to expect.

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