It’s that time of year again!

Indeed, the air is still buzzing as today brought with it the highly anticipated 2018 Grammy nominations unveiled, per usual, via a special announcement weeks before the actual showing.  But, what also comes with the ‘per usual’ announcement are the jaw-dropping surprises, snubs, and all out “shut-outs” that accompany the annual spectacle.

Always a heated debate-starter, the coveted tally saw the likes of chart-toppers Lady Gaga, Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd and more go without mention in (as some fans argue) the correct categories, while hitmakers Taylor Swift, DJ Khaled, & Future got no mention at all.

Look inside for That Grape Juice‘s take on the year’s biggest surprises & snubs:
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With just days to go before Miguel releases new album ‘War & Leisure,’ the eclectic stage blazer has announced a like-titled tour.

Set to kick off in 2018, the US trek will see the soulful singer play 34 dates (almost back-to-back) from February 22nd through to April 12th. Support is being provided by SiR and Nonchalant Savant.

Want to find out when Miguel and co are hitting a city near you?

Head below for details…

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As the age old adage goes, it’s the battles fought in secret that are the worst kind.

Just ask Timbaland, who in a new interview is opening up about his private struggles with drug addiction and how he overcame it.

Head below for more…

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It’s Grammy nomination time!

Music’s biggest calendar night, the 60th annual Grammy Awards, are set to air January 28th 2018 live on CBS.

The industry’s brightest stars will align to shine at the event, which will boast performances from the creme de la creme.

Today, excitement for the ceremony soared to new heights as its committee reveals which artists have been nominated in which categories.

What are you waiting for? The full nominations for the 2018 Grammys await below…

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2017 has been a mixed bag for Katy Perry.

Indeed, at its start, ample anticipation surrounded her grand return. Only for her comeback to deliver lukewarm results commercially [see: ‘Witness,’ ‘Bon Appetit,’ ‘Swish Swish’].

She also seemed to lose that elusive essence of “cool” and, by way of questionable creative choices, became more of a meme that a viably charting star.

And yet still she arguably had the last laugh by snagging a $25 million payday to head up the judging panel on ABC’s ‘American Idol’ revival.

Now, as she hits the promo trail for the show ahead of its March 2018 premiere, she’s raising eyebrows once again.

See what we mean below…

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SZA‘s incline shows no signs of slowing.

Because, following a year filled with chart wins and shiny plaques, the soulful songstress had landed a huge new gig – Saturday Night Live.

Details below…

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Sevyn Streeter is making major moves and is taking BET along for the ride.

How so? By inviting her pals Harmony Samuels, Rachel Kerr, Elijah Blake, Lashawn Daniels to join her in a series named ‘STATE OF R&B.’

Why Elijah Blake felt 90s R&B was able to accommodate black superstardom?

What Rachel feels the period did so uplift black femininity and womanhood?

Why everyone cites Brandy and Toni Braxton as inspiration?

Brilliant and thought provoking insight below…

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Xscape are wasting approximately no time seizing the momentum of their reunion buzz.

Members Tiny, Tamika, and LaTocha are pressing ahead with the release of new material under the group moniker. And they’ve shared another preview, this time the song ‘Wifed Up.’ 

As reported, Kandi will not be appearing on the fresh music due to “other commitments.” She will, however, will remain a part of the various other components of the reunion – including ‘The Great Xscape Tour’ and upcoming biopic.

Ahead of the December 1st release of their new number, listen to a preview below…

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All roads lead to this Friday for Miguel.

The soul-filled crooner will be unleash his fourth studio album ‘War & Leisure’ and is bringing along a sect of top tier collaborators.

As reported, J. Cole, Salaam Remi, and Travis $cott join the star on the set. And while some of the other LP’s other guests are being kept under wraps, its official tracklist has been revealed.

See which songs will appear alongside the likes of ‘Sky Walker’ and ‘Told You So’ below…

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Pitbull and Fifth Harmony aim to heat up the holidays with their new collaboration ‘Por Favor.’

The track, which – at present – doesn’t seem to be attached to an album from either act, has been gaining steady traction digitally. A trend which should continue with the arrival of its accompanying video.

Check out the slick clip after the jump…

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There’s no doubt about it…Taylor Swift‘s sales are astronomical.

Unfortunately, the last week has seen her fans clash with Beyonce loyalists and, to some extent, taunt Chris Brown supporters after his latest LP ‘Heartbreak on a Full Moon’ moved a modest 5,000 units in pure sales in the last chart week.

Why in the bloody hell is there a Beyoncé and Taylor Swift war happening on Twitter?

— a subtle power. (@iamdryx) November 27, 2017

Brace yourself…

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Miguel recruits not one but two music titans for new song ‘Come Through And Chill.’

Previewed in solo form last year, J. Cole and Salaam Remi join the version of the jam set to appear on the crooner’s fourth album ‘War & Leisure.’

With the LP due in stores this Friday (December 1st), Miguel has unwrapped the collaboration.

Take a listen below…

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