Christina Aguilera is on her way back to Pop world.

Now five years removed from her last set ‘Lotus‘, the multi-talented songstress now finds herself under pressure from fans to deliver a follow-up and an era akin to 2006’s ‘Back to Basics.’

Minutes ago, the star acknowledged their request and revealed that she too is looking forward to her comeback and the reunion it’ll bring with it.

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As a judge on reality singing competitions and part of the creative force behind R&B quintet June’s Diary, singer Kelly Rowland has never been shy to express her love for girl groups, a fact undoubtedly birthed from her own introduction to the spotlight as 1/4th of the top-selling group Destiny’s Child.  The quartet (and later trio), survivors (all pun intended) of an unexpected lineup change themselves, served as proof that the show can truly go on in the absence or replacement of a founding member.

That lesson is one popular Urban pop group Fifth Harmony is currently learning.  Having just released ‘Fifth Harmony:  the Album,’  their first LP sans original member Camila Cabello, the ladies expressed worry that their fans, affectionately called #Harmonizers, would not accept them as a foursome.

Those worries were eased when none other than Rowland herself provided some much needed advice and emotional support:

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Cop a gander of Alicia Keys!

The 15-time Grammy winner rocks her new flame-colored braids on the cover of ELLE Brasil. 

Appearing on four covers, the feature sees Keys continue to spread her message of self-acceptance; one she’s been pushing by ditching make-up.

She drives home her point on the covers with the tag-lines “Be Cool,”“Be Yourself,” “Be Strong,” and “Be Real” respectively.

It’s been a year since she released her last album ‘HERE,’ which didn’t perform well.

Could this image overhaul be what the comeback Dr ordered? Peep the second cover below and let us know what you think…

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Rihanna may be on a hiatus of sorts, but it doesn’t mean she’s not working.

Quite the contrary.

Because, according to a notable name, the Bajan sensation is baking new music.

Dive below for details…

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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’d like to press play on ‘My Love Is Like Wo,’ the lead single from R&B beauty Mya‘s third LP ‘Moodring’ (read our ode to the full LP by clicking here).  After teaming up with Missy Elliott for the chart-topping single ‘Lady Marmalade’ (alongside Christina Aguilera, P!nk, and Lil Kim), Mya called on Miss’s assistance again for her follow-up solo project.

The first offering from that set, ‘Wo’ – with its highly stylized, one woman show of a video (directed by ‘Marmalade’ director Paul Hunter) – got some serious love on the R&B charts and eventually Hot 100.  Peaking at #13 on the the latter this week in 2003, the song would stay there for three additional weeks before its descending off charts.

Going on to remain a fan favorite from Mya’s discography, relive the kick ass choreo below and see who joined her in the top 25 this week 14 years ago:

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Sam Smith is on the comeback trail.

The British crooner dominated the music scene with his debut album ‘In The Lonely Hour,’ amassing global sales to the tune of 7 million and ample awards too.

Armed with that momentum, the singer looks set to make a grand return and it appears that it’s imminent.

See what we mean below…

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The world is small…and the music industry is even smaller.

Usher, the R&B icon locked into a STI-fuelled scandal this year, is undoubtedly discovering that this week after Angie Stone has stepped forward to reveal that she has ties to the drama.

How? Why?

Angie’s big reveal below…

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Stars from all corners of the entertainment industry are uniting in their support of Houston following the catastrophic effects of Hurricane Harvey.

Indeed, following the lead of names such as Kevin Hart and Beyonce, a fresh batch of talent are lending whatever they can to help rebuild the lives of those affected.

They include Rihanna, Rita Ora, and Drake.

See how they’re making their make below…

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Like millions the world over, Beyonce was touched by the heartbreaking effects of Hurricane Harvey in her hometown of Houston.

In the immediate aftermath, the superstar singer pledged her support and assured that she was working with her team to implement a relief plan.

Now, said planning has come to fruition.

Full story below…

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Christina Milian is fed up!

Eleven years removed from her last studio album ‘So Amazin‘, the former Def Jam royal now spends her time in Los Angeles hard at work on a number of fashion and beauty-related ventures.

Alas, there are some who argue that the star has abandoned her Pop career, once steered by Jay-Z and L.A. Reid, to become a lazy socialite.

This charge most certainly vexed the ‘Dip it Low’ chanteuse when it was thrown at her by a fan hours ago prompting her to clap and snap back with a statement she hopes will silence her critics once…and for all.

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Unfamiliar with Khalid? Chances are you may be out of touch with Pop’s current climate.

Hailing from Texas, the 19-year-old performer makes waves via RCA worldwide with his debut album ‘American Teen’ and his cut ‘Location’ which recently bagged a Platinum certification in the U.S.

Now, with hopes of doing more of the same, the performer (who spent six years in Germany before making the big time) made his way to the Zach Sang show to offer potential fans insight into his life.

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Not even a collection of stage-blazing performances from the likes of Fifth Harmony, Kendrick Lamar, P!nk, and hostess Katy Perry (with help from ‘Swish Swish’ co-star Nicki Minaj) were enough to help this year’s MTV VMAs drum up some respectable viewership figures.  After netting their lowest ratings this century with 2016’s s showing, the hopes were probably a bit higher for this year’s.

Preliminary figures revealed yesterday offered a bleak outlook, one confirmed by today’s final figures that indicate the 2017 edition of the MTV VMAs were their lowest rated in history.

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