Rita Ora is playing no games with the release of her new EP ‘BANG.’

Set for February 12, the four-song collaboration with Ima is led by single ‘Big’ featuring David Guetta and Gunna. 

Billed as a “mix of modern Pop, 80s, and 90s club culture and floor-filling house”, the project will also benefit from an accompanying mini-movie.

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Despite just releasing her latest single, ‘Up,’ Cardi B could have some more new music on the way.

The music superstar sat down with Apple Music‘s Zane Lowe in a new interview where she talked about her plans for a second album and revealed how many songs she has recorded for the project.

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This week brought with it the 35th anniversary of Janet Jackson‘s breakthrough album, ‘Control.’

Released February 4, 1986, the history-making project – best known for its singles ‘Pleasure Principle,’ ‘When I Think of You,’ ‘Let’s Wait Awhile,’ ‘Nasty,’ ‘What Have You Done For Me Lately,’ and title track – is lodged in record books for becoming the first LP by a female artist to log six Hot 100 top 40 singles over the span of its popularity.

The launching pad from which Jackson would be propelled into Pop superstardom as one of the genre’s preeminent female acts, it would go on to garner critical and commercial acclaim by selling over 10 million copies worldwide and collecting a slew of international awards along the way (including Billboard Music Awards, Soul Train Awards, American Music Awards, and a GRAMMY).

And if this week’s commemorative celebration of the opus is any indication, it’s far from finished receiving its flowers.

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June’s Diary took vocal flight with the US National Anthem at the NBA game between the LA Clippers and the Boston Celtics.

The group – who first rose to prominence on Kelly Rowland‘s BET series ‘Chasing Destiny’ – showed and proved why their collective prowess is inimitable.

Watch Ashly, Krystal, Shyann, Gabby, and Brienna wow with the ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ below…

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Readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.

So, as our retrospective segments, ‘From the Vault’ and ‘TGJ Replay,’  allow us the chance to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday of one artist, our latest feature –  Chart Rewind – serves as a variation of our Retro Rewind assay to salute an entire era of music history.

This week, we nod to Mary J. Blige‘s 2005 megahit, ‘Be Without You,’ one of the most popular songs of her legendary career to date.

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As he continues to gear-up for his Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, The Weeknd can celebrate another achievement.

For, his album, ‘The Highlights,’ has now become the most streamed album of all-time on Spotify.

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Mariah Carey is once more forging on with her celebration of thirty-years in the music business.

The aptly-titled #MC30 celebration has seen Carey release a number of new EPs and previously unreleased songs. This time, she revisits her ‘E=MC2’ era.

The latest party includes various versions of ‘I’m That Chick,’ ‘I Stay In Love,’ ‘I’ll Be Loving U Long Time,’ and ‘Touch My Body.’

Additionally, the Songbird Supreme issued a deluxe edition of the album with two new tracks, ‘4 Real 4 Real’ with her longtime friend Da Brat and ‘Heat.’ 

What are you waiting for? Listen to Mimi’s vocals take flight below…

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Beyonce looks set to wow this winter with the latest instalment of her Adidas x Ivy Park line.

Aptly named, the ICY PARK capsule has been creating ample buzz ahead of its February 19 arrival following pre-release teaser shots featuring the likes of Gucci Mane, Hailey Bieber, and of course Queen Bey herself.

Now, excitement has cranked into overdrive, thanks to a cutting-edge commercial showcasing the slick style of the various pieces that make up the range.

What are you waiting for? Watch the full-length commercial below…

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Cardi B may be receiving praise aplenty for her new single ‘Up’ and its video.

But it’s not all roses at the feet of Belcalis.

For, a rapper named Mir Fontane has expressed thorny sentiments about alleged plagiarism.

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Dua Lipa has new music on the way.

For, the ‘Levitating’ songstress has just announced a new edition of her second album, ‘Future Nostalgia’ dubbed ‘The Moonlight Edition.’

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In the contemporary climate, few are making waves like Ariana Grande, Megan Thee Stallion, and Doja Cat.

Indeed, individually the ladies have been dominating their respective lanes.

Still, as the age-old adage goes, there is almighty strength in numbers.

The trio proved as much when their collaborative remix of Grande’s ’34+35′ shot the song straight to #2 on the Billboard Hot 100. A feat that etched the release in the history books and earned each lady shiny new stats.

Not resting on the early success, Ari, Meg, and Doja have teamed up to shoot a visual for the song.

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Flo Milli serves nostalgia in the video for her new single ‘Roaring 20s.’

The song, which was produced by Kenny Beats and samples Topol’s 1971 song ‘If I Were A Rich Man,’ has been receiving critical acclaim since its release earlier this month.

And its dance-driven visual ought to see the buzz intensify.

Ms. Milli has been on quite the journey since the release of her debut album – 2020s ‘Ho, Why Is You Here?’ – and the momentum shows no signs of letting up.

Watch the rising star continue to justify her buzz after the jump…

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