Thursday, February 9th 2012

That Grape Juice Interviews Diane Warren

She’s your favorite’s favorite and arguably the most sought after female songwriter of all time. Lending her pen to hits such as ‘Unbreak My Heart’, ‘I Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing’, and more, Diane Warren has seen her name inked in history books almost as many times as she’s inked hits for the likes of Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Mary J. Blige, and countless others – most recently Beyonce for ‘A Star is Born’.

Recognized four times Billboard’s Songwriter of the Year and six times ASCAP Songwriter of the Year, Warren tells That Grape Juice there are still unconquered territories in her already decorated career. Giving us the scoop on her latest sessions with Beyonce, Kelly Rowland, and more, she dishes on her feelings on Rihanna and Nicki Minaj while addressing rumors that she is currently working with Pop icon Whitney Houston!

All this and more after the jump…

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Wednesday, February 8th 2012

Kelly Rowland Visits Access Hollywood; Lands Grammy Gig

R&B diva Kelly Rowland is developing quite the “brand hustle”. Hard at work on her 4th studio album, the star has been tapped to serve as Access Hollywood‘s fashion correspondent at this Sunday’s Grammy Awards; a role she stopped by their studios to disuss today.

The ‘Motivation’ singer -who is set to be honored by Essence tonight- also beamed about Beyonce‘s baby Blue Ivy, her own Grammy nomination, rumours that she’s joining X Factor USA as as judge, and more.

Peep the interview after the jump…

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Wednesday, February 8th 2012

Beyonce Announces Talent Search / On The Hunt For New Artist

She may have declined the chance to star in X Factor 2012, but it seems Pop force Beyonce is launching a talent search of her very own this week.

Indeed, following the smash hit was her album ’4′, Mrs. Carter is on the hunt for a vocalist with enough talent and ambition to follow in her acclaimed footsteps.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Get into the details below…

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Wednesday, February 8th 2012

Hot Shots: Beyonce Sparkles Blue In 2nd NYC Outing

Peep Beyonce looking all flavours of fierce as she stepped out to attend Jay-Z’s second Carnegie Hall concert last night.

The singer, who gave birth to baby Blue Ivy last month, continues to rock her slim, yet curvaceous post-baby physique, accentuating it with a sparkling blue Monique Lhuillier dress. How apt.

Check out more pics of the superstar, via Beyonce World, below…

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Tuesday, February 7th 2012

Simon Cowell Talks Mariah Carey, Beyonce On Season 2 Of X Factor USA

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It’s certainly been a game of musical chairs (literally) since X Factor USA’s Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger found themselves axed from the judges panel. With rumors swirling at who would be the ladies’ replacements, no two names have been mentioned more than vocal powerhouses Mariah Carey and Beyonce. Both of whom have made headlines in the last year for new additions to their families, the mommy musicians have had the industry abuzz with news of Cowell’s interest in their seating on the judges row.

As reports began to surface that Simon offered the ‘Upgrade U’ diva $100 million dollars (some reports claiming $500 million) just to guest the judges bench and Nick Cannon reportedly slamming suggestions of wife Mariah’s involvement, the X Factor craftsman has finally decided to come forth to set the record straight on both ladies’ potential involvement on the show.

Will we be viewing the ‘Vision of Love’ diva on X Factor or the ‘Baby Boy’ beauty? See Simon as he talks X Factor with EXTRA below (you may be surprised at the answer):

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Tuesday, February 7th 2012

Must See: Jay Z Performs ‘Glory’ Live

Last night, armed with a 36 piece orchestra and a heart full of a emotion, Jay Z performed ‘Glory’ live for the very first time,at New York’s Carnegie Hall.

Dedicated to his daughter ‘Blue Ivy’, his set followed these shots of his wife Beyonce that emerged from the same event, marking the first time the star had been seen in public since giving birth.

Jay’s moving performance below…

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Tuesday, February 7th 2012

Hot Shots: Beyonce Beams In First Public Appearance Since Giving Birth

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Sheee’s baack! The world may be anxiously awaiting first peeks at newborn Blue Ivy, but equal anticipation was lent to the awaited reemergence of ‘Countdown’ diva Beyonce.

Moments ago Blue Ivy’s mom stepped out in a smoking red dress in support of husband Jay Z‘s two night stint at New York’s historic Carnegie Hall. The rapper, who is the first rapper to ever be granted an encore performance at Carnegie, was joined by fellow Hip Hop hitmakers Alicia Keys, Nas, and more.

Bey, on the other hand, sat as a proud onlooker to Jay (whose Carnegie appearance marks his first performance since birth of daughter Blue). Sharing her fans excitement for her return to work, it has already been confirmed that she is soon scheduled to return to the set of her Clint Eastwood-directed next film ‘A Star Is Born’.

See the diva flaunting all flavors of fierce in her triumphant outing below (source):

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Monday, February 6th 2012

Hot Shots: Rihanna Hits Hollywood Club Circuit

In what’s becoming commonplace these days, Rihanna has been snapped arriving at yet another nightclub.

The hazy-eyed model, who seems to be channelling chart rival Beyonce these days, donned an a barely-there ensemble as she made a bee-line for the Greystone Manor hotspot last night.

We thought it was just her vocals, yet it seems everything from her appearance to behaviour is growing more erratic by the day.

Being the caring site we are, we’ve been angling for the Bajan to “get some rest” for a hot minute. Yet judging by her latest antics (hair, tattoos, incessant partying), perhaps the stage is the best place for her. Even if our ears and eyes feel otherwise.

More pics below…

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Sunday, February 5th 2012

Best of British: Jamelia

Since splashing onto the scene, aged 18, with breakthrough single ‘Money’, there’s been no looking back for R&B belle Jamelia.

Easily one of the UK’s most successful Black female acts, the Birmingham-bred star has wracked-up an impressive catalogue of hits since her 2000 debut, ‘Drama’.

Indeed, each of her 3 studio albums – the last of which was released in 2007 – have spurned singles that are etched in Britain’s Urban history book.

Hailed by many as the UK’s answer to Beyonce (if not for her talent, then the length and breadth of her success), the singer’s most notable streak was ushered in with her 2004 mainstream breakthrough ‘Thank You’. Certified double Platinum and housing her biggest hits to date, the project – in many regards – is what cemented the 31 year old as an all-round Pop force.

So, for these reasons and much more, we salute Jamelia as one the Best of British.

Peep more of her classic clips after the jump…

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Saturday, February 4th 2012

Madonna’s ‘Give Me All Your Luvin’ Smashes US Radio

The Queen is back!

Indeed, in what has become another notch under Madonna‘s commercial belt, her latest single ‘Give Me All Your Luvin‘ has commanded a 14 million audience on US radio, a day after being released to its stations.

Details below…

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Friday, February 3rd 2012

Hot Shots: Rihanna Channels Tina Turner With New Blonde ‘Do

With a voice that’d frighten Freddy Kreuger, Rihanna has relied on an array of candy coloured wigs to remain relevant. Her latest hair hue of choice? Blonde.

The model unveiled the Tina Turner-esque do to fans on Twitter today, and, ever, divided opinion like the red sea.

I must say, though, as undeniable as her “trendsetter” status is, I can’t see this blonde shabang catching on. Been there, done that, with Beyonce.

Still, peep another shot after the jump and judge for yourself…

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Wednesday, February 1st 2012

VH1 To Crown ‘The 100 Greatest Women In Music’

Seems like divas are everyone’s talk. For, much like That Grape Juice, VH1 is on a quest to crown ‘the ultimate diva’ and (based on fan votes) tally up the 100 greatest women of music history. The survey comes as their second – the first saw acts Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner take the number 1 and 2 spots respectively while acts like Madonna and Billie Holiday filled out the top 10.

As with most ‘best of’ collections however, much fan uproar encouraged the music channel to redo and revamp their original listing. With 6 categories – “All Time”, “90s”, “80s”, “Pop”, “Rock”, and “Hip Hop/R&B” – VH1 is introducing a more comprehensive compilation of divas to include, unlike their original survey, more contemporary performers.

With singer acts like Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, and Beyonce facing off against legends Janet Jackson, Tina Turner, Barbara Streisand, Madonna, and more, the results should be more than interesting. As the first of the series’ week long airing starts February 13th, fans must hurry before voting closes.

Will your fave land on top? Click here to vote!