Get familiar with Chris Brown‘s official commercial for his new album ‘Fortune‘.

The latest clip in aid of the project, the ad draws on Janet Jackson‘s ‘Rhythm Nation/The Knowledge’ era for inspiration, making for one of Brown’s best- albeit brief- pieces to date.

Watch below…

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Yesterday, New York’s Webstar Hall welcomed a group of the world’s leading record executives for the 2012 New Music Seminar.

Engaging a heated discussion centered around the ‘Rise Of The Music Industry’, their debate saw them outline the various ways the industry has altered its model to accommodate changing trends, ‘consumer laziness’ and their plans to regenerate sales.

Interesting read below…

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Chris Brown keeps the stream of music flowing in the run-up to the release of his new album ‘Fortune’. His latest offering? ‘Calypso’.

Originally set to feature on the album (and serve as its lead single), the cut instead joins the bevy material the 23 year old is giving away as part of an iTunes deal.

So what are you waiting for? Take a listen below…

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Eclectic Pop outfit No Doubt shot the video for their comeback single ‘Settle Down’ this week.

The Gwen Stefani led ensemble enlisted Sophie Muller (Beyonce’s ‘Deja Vu)’ for the clip, which is the first visual offering from their hotly anticipated ‘Push And Shove’ album (due September 25th).

‘Settle Down’ hits iTunes on July 16th – look out for its video around the same window.

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Chris Brown has revealed one of his personal goals is to make the late Michael Jackson proud.

Sitting down with Fuse some weeks back, the ‘Fame & Fortune‘ maestro spoke openly on his relationship with Pop icon,  and the impact he has made on his life and career path.

Interview below…

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Fierce femcee Azealia Banks Pop’s it up for Paper magazine’s latest issue.

The colour-burst shoot sees the 21 year old strike many an outlandish pose, as she continues her steady penetration into the mainstream.

Ms. Banks may currently be without management, yet whoever is steering her ship is doing an impeccable job. From the MET Ball to the mixtapes, to the magazines. Come the September release of her debut LP ‘Broke With Expensive Taste’, the industry may have another female Rap force on their hands. Look out, Nicki!

Peep more pics after the jump…

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For fans of the Rapper DMX, the footage below may be a little difficult to swallow.

During a brief visit to radio station Hot 97, the ‘Dog Man’ engaged in conversation with Peter Rosenberg, who is still dealing with the aftermath of his attack on Rap Empress Nicki Minaj.

However, while X’s ‘remarks’ on the matter make for a ‘colorful’ listen, it’s his behavior during the interview that has many fans concerned for his well being.

Not sure what we mean?

Unfortunate mess below…

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2012 is shaping up to be Lil Kim‘s year.

Launching the long awaited ‘Return Of The Queen‘ tour to welcoming audiences across the US, and landing a number of guest spots on the BET network, the last few months have given the star a lot to smile about.

Now, one more reason’s been added to that list. For, if the snap above is anything to go by, she has fallen in love.

Details below…

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Born and raised in New York’s Manhattan, Adrienne Bailon rose to fame as one third of Urban trio 3LW back in the year 2000.

The launching pad for a career which saw her join Disney’s ‘The Cheetah Girls‘, a recurring role in ‘That’s So Raven‘ and ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians‘ and a lucrative deal with Ne-Yo’s Compound Entertainment.

This year, she returned to television by way of hit series, ‘Empire Girls‘.

Airing on The Style Network, the reality TV series- which also stars media personality Julissa Bermudez– follows her as she readies her debut under Ne-Yo‘s leadership, and her day to day life as an entertainer.

So, as long time supporters of Ms. Bailon, it was our pleasure to meet with her last week for a truly insightful interview.

An interview, which saw her share exclusive details on her project, her relationship with The Kardashians, her Latin heritage… and her 3LW bandmates.

Interview below…

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One could be forgiven for thinking that, much like the record-buying mass, Madonna had forgotten about her latest album ‘MDNA’.

However, it appears her Madgesty is making a bid to reverse the LP’s poor fortunes by shooting a video for fan-favourite ‘Turn Up The Radio’.

Still shooting as we type, the clip is being filmed in Italy – where the 53 year old is currently touring.

With stone cold silence greeting her recent efforts as of late, can ‘Turn Up The Radio’ make radio do just that? Take a listen to the cut and let us know below…

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It’s here!

Katy Perry‘s visual for the cut ‘Wide Awake’ premiered online minutes ago, and as ever That Grape Juice has you covered first.

Get familiar with the moving piece below…

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It’s here!

Dawn Richard‘s edgy video for new single ‘Automatic’ was unmasked moments ago at AOL Boombox.

Watch the former Danity Kane diva crank it up a notch after the jump…

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