Lil Kim has been relatively quiet on the music scene for quite some time. However, the Queen Bee is back and the tremendous buzz about her return has never been louder.
That Grape Juice caught up with the self-proclaimed megastar to discuss an array of issues including her ‘Black Friday’ mixtape and, of course, her notorious feud with Nicki Minaj. Kim also addressed speculation about her long-awaited new studio album, her label situation and much more.
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2010 is quickly winding down but the energy here are That Grape Juice is higher than ever! In our continued effort to bring you the latest exclusive information about your favourite artists, we caught up with none other than one of the industry’s hottest producers Kenneth ‘Soundz’ Coby.
Having worked a wide range of artists including Rihanna, Usher, Brandy and others, Soundz is quickly establishing himself as one of the game’s key power players. During our discussion the ‘Gimme Dat’ producer spoke openly about how he got started in the industry, his experiences working with Ciara as well as her followup to ‘Basic Instinct’ and his thoughts on Rihanna’s vocal ability.
Soundz even surprised us by giving us the title of Kelly’ Rowlands highly anticipated new single and answered the burning question of whether Beyonce actually writes her own songs. If there was ever an interview that you had to read then this is it!
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Interviewer: Trent // Questions by: Trent // Edited by: Trent
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That Grape Juice caught up with legendary producer Teddy Riley here in London this past week. The long-time Michael Jackson collaborator was in town to promote the King of Pop’s first posthumous release ‘Michael’, which hit stores across the globe today. Riley’s contributions to the album include the Jackson’s much talked about 50 Cent collaboration ‘Monster’.
Never ones to shy away from asking the questions you really want answers to, during our filmed chat we quizzed Riley on many a topic; including the controversy surrounding the album’s vocals, feuding with the Jackson family, plans for new MJ material, Janet Jackson’s comeback, and much more.
Riley’s also elaborates on his recent Twitter declaration that “Michael Jackson is still alive”
An intimate discussion you won’t want to miss. {Hit ‘play’ on the video above}. Enjoy
That Grape Juice sat down with none other than Jazmine Sullivan earlier this week. The R&B singer is flying high after receiving her 8th Grammy Award nomination for ‘Holding You Down (Going In Circles)’ and scoring her 2nd top 20 debut with her critically acclaimed new album, ‘Love Me Back’.
Naturally, we asked that questions to which you wanted answers. Sullivan spoke quite candidly about a wide range of topics including her next single, being compared to Brandy, losing to Beyonce at the 2010 Grammys and much more!
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Interviewer: Trent // Questions by: Trent // Edited by: Trent
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In expanding our cause, That Grape Juice will, alongside our staple celebrity interviews, also now serve up candid features with noted names behind the spectacle of the industry. What better way, then, to kick off this foray into the relatively unknown, than with a sit-down chat with Beyonce‘s creative director Frank Gatson!
The much-sought after choreographer/director, who has worked with everyone from Michael Jackson to Destiny’s Child, talks openly with us about how he broke into the industry, working with Beyonce, her new project, reuniting with Kelly Rowland, Rihanna needing to add more ‘energy’ to her performances, Trey Songz and much more.
As ever, we ask the questions you really want answers to. And answer Mr Gatson did. A great read, if we must say so ourselves! Enjoy.
That Grape Juice will be interviewing R&B star Jazmine Sullivan tomorrow during the Grammy nominee’s press run for new LP ‘Love Me Back’.
Do you have any questions for the ‘Holding You Down’ singer? Drop them in the comments section. As ever, only legitimate questions will be considered.
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As many of you know, That Grape Juice caught up with R&B singer Omarion here in London last week. The former B2K front-man, who was in town for a string of live dates, spoke candidly with us about many a topic including Raz-B’s recent abuse allegations, the poor performance of his last LP ‘Ollusion’, his forthcoming album, the real reason B2K disbanded, his friendship with Bow Wow, and much more.
True to form, That Grape Juice asks the questions you really want answers to. Enjoy.
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Interview conducted by: Sam // Questions: Trent / Sam
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That Grape Juice caught up with burgeoning star Shontelle here in London last week. Filmed at Universal Music HQ, this our latest ‘Rising Star’ episode sees the Bajan beauty open up about many a topic including being embarrassed at the performance of her debut album, her delight at the Platinum success of new single ‘Impossible’, the Rihanna comparisons, Christina Aguilera “losing her touch”, new album ‘No Gravity’ and much more. Also, find out how the 25 year old responds when prompted for an acapella.
As ever, we ask the questions others won’t Enjoy.
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Interviewer: Sam // Questions: Trent
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That Grape Juice caught up with Hip-Pop heavyweight Nelly last week. Currently readying his 5th studio album, ‘Nelly 5.0’, for release this November, the rapper was eager to let us know what we can expect on highly anticipated record.
As usual we asked the questions that you really want answers about. Nelly addressed that status of his relationship with Ashanti, the under-performance of his last LP ‘Brass Knuckles’, his new collaboration with Kelly Rowland, his views about women in Hip-Hop and much more. Check out all the action below. Enjoy!
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Interviewer: Trent // Edited by: Sam
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That Grape Juice caught up with rising star Melanie Fiona during her recent trip to London town. The critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter, 27, spoke candidly with us about her musical journey so far, her annoyance at models topping the charts, her upcoming sophomore album, losing out to Beyonce at the Grammy’s, Chris Brown’s BET performance, and so much more. A great watch, I must say 
Interview conducted by: Sam / Questions by: Trent
That Grape Juice caught up with R&B star Ciara this past week. With the recent announcement of the singer’s 4th studio album ‘Basic Instinct’, we were eager to quiz her on the record, as well as a host of other topics.
Our third interview with the 24 year old, this was hands-down the best! A very candid Ciara spoke on everything from the poor performance of her ‘Fantasy Ride’ LP, to what we can expect from her new record, BET’s banning of her ‘Ride’ video, what she wants her legacy to be, the possibility of a duet with Keri Hilson, her response to claims she’s gone “too Pop” and much more!
As ever, we ask the questions you really want answers to! Enjoy…
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Interviewer: Sam // Transcription: Bisi Kadejoh // Edited by: Trent
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That Grape Juice caught up with Pop rebel Ke$ha earlier this week here in London town. Ever upfront and to-the-point, the 23 year old talked about her rapid rise to fame, her thoughts on suggestion that she is “just a gimmick”, autotune, 2010 Britney Spears, Rihanna being an “icon”, her new album, and much more. The ‘Tik Tok’ singer also agrees to perform an impromptu acapella.
As ever we ask the questions you really want answers to! Enjoy…
* Be sure to crank your speakers up, as the sound is a tad tempramental on this one.
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