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Welcome to the latest TGJ Roundtable!

Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!

Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes.”

Now, we give you a front row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, David, Rashad, and Joe – get real about the hottest topics in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor about…

Rihanna’s ‘ANTI’ Album

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With the 2016 Super Bowl just one week away, more details are beginning to pour in about what folk can expect from its primary sponsor PEPSI.

The drinks giant is already the banner brand tied to the much anticipated Half Time show starring Coldplay and Beyonce, but an interesting morsel of information suggests there could be more surprises yet.

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Beyonce is on the cusp of releasing her sixth solo album, but in the run-up to its imminent roll-out, the singer’s fourth effort ‘4’ is enjoying a commercial resurgence.

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‘Run It’ beau Chris Brown has run to social media yet again to share his oft-controversial opinion, this time with the Grammys in his sights.

The 26 year old may have nabbed many-a-hit in 2014 and 2015, but the year’s Grammy nods only saw him listed once (and as a feature) in the ‘Best Rap/Sung Collaboration’ category for his work on Nicki Minaj‘s ‘Only.’  And, while the nominations were revealed some time ago, Brown – two weeks before the show is set to air – zeroed in on the ceremony saying ‘they used to mean something.’

Sparking quite the debate amongst his beloved #TeamBreezy, we turn to you to ask:  is he salty or does he have a point?  Tuck in below to weigh in:

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After the technological company Samsung purchased an undisclosed amount of Rihanna‘s ‘ANTI’ album, the set was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.

Unfortunately, fans of the Grammy winning performer have been unable to truly celebrate this news, as they battle critics who now accuse the star of “cheating the chart system” in a bid to compete with some of Pop’s more commercially potent stars.

The one fact said fans could celebrate in peace was news the set had sold 400,000 units on Jay Z’s Tidal streaming service….until now.

For, ‘Forbes’ magazine has revealed that it has good reason to believe that that figure was fabricated by the company.

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Kanye West is making a beeline for ‘Saturday Night Live.’

The rapper has been revealed as the newest name to grace the ‘SNL’ stage.

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Donald Trump’s bid for the White House saw him forced to forfeit his starring role on NBC’s ‘Celebrity Apprentice.’

Bad news for those who enjoyed his run on the business-based competition? Yes.

However, they needn’t fret. For, the show has called on ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta‘ star Porsha Williams and entertainment mogul Tyra Banks to ensure its forthcoming season fares just as well…if not better.

Details below…

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Vocal powerhouse Celine Dion has been notable in her silence following the January 14th passing of her husband and longtime manager Rene Angelil.

The 73-year-old bravely battled throat cancer for several years, yet sadly succumbed to the effects of the illness.

Now, one week after his State funeral, Dion has issued a formal statement.

Her words below…

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The Pop star Beyonce has sparked a debate surrounding cultural appropriation following the release of her Coldplay-led visual ‘Hymn for the Weekend.’

Find out why some members of the Asian community feel her role in the visual is problematic below…

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Rihanna‘s sorcery clearly knows no bounds.

The model released ‘ANTI’ – her long-awaited eighth album – this week for free on TIDAL.

As widely reported, the “giveaway” element was made possible by sponsor Samsung who “purchased” an undisclosed number of units to freely distribute to fans.

Specifics are scarce, but the RIAA have just confirmed the unfathomable.

Details below…

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It’s here!

Coldplay and Beyonce sprung a surprise on fans seconds ago with the release of the video ‘Hymn For The Weekend.’

Ben Mor helmed the clip, which was shot in location in Mumbai, India.

The track is the official single to be lifted from the British Pop-Rocker’s new album ‘A Head Full Of Dreams’ and is expected to be performed live at next Sunday’s Super Bowl.

Watch the Half-time  headliners in action below…

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Rihanna‘s ‘ANTI’ album arrived amidst a sea of chaos this week. And while a mighty media campaign has been mounted to massage sales, the 27-year-old’s battle against the backlash looks to be an uphill one.

Details below…

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