JAY-Z topped the charts and critics lists earlier this year with the release of his ‘4:44’ album. And now Jigga is now taking the project on the road.

Last night, the rapping mogul launched the ‘4:44 Tour’ in Anaheim, California at the Honda Center.

Much to the delight of the 18,000 in attendance, the star – real name Shawn Carter – delivered a set that pulled from his pool of classics and revered cuts from his current LP.

In total, the North American trek will play 34 dates and wrap in December. International shows are anticipated, but have yet to be confirmed.

Peep pics and set info below…

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It’s anyone’s guess what’s irking Chris Brown this time, but it’s certain that he is not pleased.

With new album ‘Heartbreak On A Full Moon’ due in a mere matter of days, C. Breezy has taken to social media to vent about the respect he feels he’s owned.

Citing his work ethic, Platinum singles, and overall hustle, the 28-year-old is now demanding his dues.

His words below…

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Jason Derulo was on hand to help the BBC kick off their brand new music series – ‘Sounds Like Friday Night.’

Riding the wave of success generated by this summer’s ‘Swalla,’ JD is dancing his way across the promo trail for follow-up single ‘If I’m Lucky.’

Head below where is his performance of the song (which appears on new album ‘777’) awaits, along with a live showing of hit ‘Want To Want Me.’

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Alexandra Burke is amazing on the mic and is proving equally as arresting on the dance-floor.

The Brit-belter, who rose to fame as the winner of The X Factor after performing with Beyonce, is currently competing on the current series of the BBC’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing.’

Much like the US’ ‘Dancing With The Stars,’ the series sees celebrities battle it out each week in a quest for the coveted ballroom trophy.

Oft commanding an audience of 10 million + each week, the show is renown for being a potent promotional platform and the real “win” tends to be for competitors careers.

With Alex readying new material, it’s smart timing. Especially as she’s slaying!

Watch her week 6 Halloween-themed performance of the Tango with partner Gorka Marquez. Their song was Nelly Furtado’s ‘Maneater.’

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Keyshia Cole flew the flag for R&B this week with the release of her sixth studio album ’11:11 Reset.’

But just how high did she fly? The first week numbers are in and they await after the jump…

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Janet Jackson has notably shunned interviews in recent years and let her performances do all the talking.

However, the singer seized the moment to break her (relative) silence during a visit to her hometown of Gary, Indiana. 

Taking a brief break from her State Of The World Tour, Janet and brother Randy stopped by Roosevelt High School and sat down for a Q&A with students and staff.

During the intriguing chat, Miss Jackson open up about her love for Bruno Mars (as well as the potential for a collaboration) and son Eissa – who is now 10 months old.

Full story below…

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SZA‘s ‘Love Galore‘ is raking it up in the United States.

Sweet news below…

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“They dropped me.”

These are the words of Chrisette Michele, who has announced that she’s been let go by her record label – just days after releasing a new single.

Doing away with the silence most artists greet said news with, she took to social media to not only reveal her predicament, but to vent about it too.

And let’s just say that she’s making a direct correlation with the backlash she received for performing at Donald Trump‘s inauguration.

Her words below…

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Congratulations are in order for Cardi B!

The ‘Bodak Yellow’ rapper is engaged and wants the world to know.

Full story below…

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Backing Nicki Minaj‘s battle to bin sexism and double standards in Hip-Hop?

Azealia Banks.

Minaj struck up a debate on sexism within her lane during a complaint about the way in which she is treated by Hip-Hop loyalists who are often unwilling to celebrate her groundbreaking success.

Today, in response to one of those loyalists, Banks stepped up to reveal why she feels Minaj has every right to feel this way.

Read below…

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

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

This week we’ll press play on pop icon Whitney Houston‘s jaw-dropping rendition of the U.S. national anthem.  The repackaged noughties version of the historic number became the singer’s last top 10 single this week in 2001:

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Love or loathe her, Rihanna has ascended to the higher heights of Pop royalty.

It’s fitting, then, that the Bajan belle channels Queen Nefertiti in the November issue of VOGUE Arabia.

Looking like a regal slay, Ms. Fenty makes for an arresting sight in the Greg Kadel lensed shoot – more of which she’s shared.

If she can actually up the quality of her albums (versus just the singles), this aesthetic could work well for her next era.

Sure, the industry has a reigning Queen, but a potent princess could be RiRi’s calling.

Peep another snap below…

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