Will the third time be the charm for Justin Timberlake‘s (seemingly) ill-fated new album, ‘Man of the Woods’?  If the response to the set’s tertiary single, ‘Say Something’ (featuring Chris Stapleton) is any indication, the answer is a resounding “yes”!

As fans know, the first two releases from ‘Man of the Woods’ – the funky/futuristic ‘Filthy’ & country/hip-hop-hinged ‘Supplies’ – have been mainstays in the top 20 on digital sales charts since their respective releases, but they were both blocked from topping the tally by the likes of Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars (as we reported here), Camila Cabello, and more.

Fast forward three weeks later to the anthemic ‘Say Something’ and it appears JT is en route to the hit he’s been waiting for.  Just a day after its video’s premiere, ‘Something’ has not only topped the iTunes charts (a feat its predecessors couldn’t boast), but has already amassed over 4 million views on Youtube.  To put that into perspective, ‘Supplies’ – which premiered on January 18 – has only garnered 11 million views (as of time reported).

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Drake‘s transatlantic reign continues!

Good news for the Rap icon below…

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Fifth Harmony are all about unity – now more than ever. But next week will see the members of the popular group duke it out on Lip Sync Battle.

And, in a cool angle, most of the ladies will be transforming into fly female superstars.

Indeed, Normani is taking on a ‘Bootylicious’ Beyonce, Lauren will aim to amaze as Amy Winehouse, while Ally heats up the stage as Jennifer Lopez and Dinah dazzles as …a character from Disney flick ‘Moana’ (we did say “most”).

Ahead of the broadcast next Thursday at 10pm on Spike, peep pics and a teaser clip below…

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Rita Ora and Liam Payne have premiered th  ‘For You.’ video – their collaboration for the ‘Fifty Shades Freed’ movie soundtrack.

Lensed by Hannah Lux Davis, the clip is the first to be lifted from the LP and sees the British stars trade verses over the romantic jam – which is currently on the cusp of the UK top 10.

Watch below…

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It’s officially Grammy Awards Weekend and Warner Music kicked off festivities with a star-studded pre-show gala.

A whose who of the label’s roster showed up and showed out, including Ciara, Cardi B, Missy Elliott, and Janelle Monae.

It’s gearing up to be a busy year for many of the ladies; Cardi (who also performed at the bash) will see her much anticipated album debut arrive in a matter of months. She’ll also be teaming with Rita for new song ‘Girl Girls Girls’ (which That Grape Juice exclusively reported on last month).

CiCi will also be looking to make a splash with premiere offering for the label – to whom she signed at six months pregnant in 2017.

Peep more pics below…

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‘Love & Hip-Hop Miami’ has proven to be compelling viewing straight of the gate thanks to its spotlighting of serious issues (amidst the madness).

One of said issues is colorism and newcomer Amara La Negra has led that debate with specific reference to the hardships of being accepted as Afro-Latina — within the Latin community and beyond.

Amidst all the discussion though, it’s been easy to forget that Amara is an artist and is prepping new music to facilitate a crossover into the mainstream arena.

A recent signee of BMG, a release is said to be imminent to capitalize on the buzz of the show. To whet appetites, Amara and producer Rock City shared a preview.

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Migos‘ ‘Culture II’ is now available to purchase from all major retailers.

Good news for fans? No doubt.

However, unwilling to celebrate the set’s release are those who were appalled by lyrics unleashed by the group’s member Offset in which he used the word “queers.”

Offset releasing a song that says “I do not vibe with queers” as one of the lyrics……
in this day and age??? in this ECONOMY????

— meghan currie (@meghancurrrie) January 18, 2018

With this in mind there are some who fear the backlash the performer received may wreak havoc on their new set’s opening week number?

Do you think it will?

Listen to the album and weigh in below…

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Janet Jackson sprung a surprise on longtime friend Missy Elliot tonight at the 2018 ESSENCE Black Women In Music gala.

Jetted in from London, the Queen of Pop was in the house at the Highline Ballroom to present the rap innovator with the evening’s top honor.

The emotional moment saw Jackson, 51, offer a heartfelt speech about Elliott’s illustrious career and their unwavering friendship.

Watch the must-see presentation after the jump…

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“I see good in everybody. I saw something good in Hitler. Hitler was a wonderful painter…” 

Thanks to the quote above, lifted from her recent interview with ‘Vulture’ magazine, ‘Danger’ singer Erykah Badu saw her social media handles in just that.  Lit all the way up as fans, detractors, and more looked to school the Grammy winner on her ‘insensitive’ comments, Badu even earned a slamming from the Anti-Defamation League recently for her ‘irresponsible’ statement.

Taking to Twitter to, the group’s CEO – Jonathan Greenblatt – sounded off:

“…I also like to think that there is good in all people, but Hitler is pure evil. I don’t care if he painted or was a vegetarian; Hitler is responsible for the deaths of 6 million Jews & a war that claimed the lives of tens of millions. Shame on you for downplaying that.

You are a role model to many, and as such, you should immediately apologize for these irresponsible and misguided comments.” – Greenblatt

After the sentiments above were being echoed by many, the Queen of Neo-Soul took to her own Twitter handle to address the hoopla.  Look inside to see what she said:

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Jessie J is continuing to shine light on her empowerment anthem ‘Queen.’

Lifted from upcoming album ‘R.O.S.E,’ the self-affirming song resonated with many upon its release for its uplifting lyrics and J’s powerful vocal delivery.

The latter is a trait she showcases in earnest on a newly released acoustic version of the song.

Ahead of its arrival, the British belter said of the stripped back incarnation:

The imperfections make it REAL. 
One song. 
One feeling. 
One take. 

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Though reportedly hard at work on her 6th studio album, the follow-up to 2016’s ‘Joanne,’ pop singer Lady Gaga is still delivering reworked gems from the chart-topping set.

As we reported here, Mother Monster took to Instagram this week to tease a new music video (later discovered to be a piano version of the album’s title track).

Now available in full, tuck inside to see the music video and hear the stripped down rendition of the song that’s already winning over the critics:

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The week the world learned former fellow Fifth Harmony gal pal, Camila Cabello, topped both the Hot 100 and Billboard 200 with her hit ‘Havana’ and its parent album respectively, Ally Brooke took to Twitter to announce fans would finally be able to hear her first solo single.

Titled ‘Perfect,’ the cut – a collaboration with German DJ Topic – hit digital shelves today (January 26), is now available on major streaming outlets, and is being billed by Billboard as her ‘official debut.’  And, while longtime followers of Brooke know this isn’t the first time she’s stepped outside of the group (see:  feature on Lost King & ASAP Ferg‘s 2016 release ‘Look at Us Now’), ‘Perfect’ is her first endeavor as the leading act.

Curious to hear how she fared?  Hear it inside:

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