Out with the old, in with the new.

Usher is ditching the rule book with his approach to the release of his new album.

Originally scheduled for release this quarter, the singer dramatically scrapped the roll-out and is instead heading out on a new tour, ‘The UR Experience’.

The R&B star stopped by The Breakfast Club on Power 105.1 today to plug the trek and readily opened about why he’s doing things his own way. Namely, his plan to continue recording the LP while on the road and steadily introducing new songs on tour.

Mr Raymond also dished on The Voice, his upcoming role as Sugar Ray Leonard in the upcoming Roberto Duran biopic, and more.

Peep the interview below…

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After teaming up with Beyonce to kick off the ‘Let’s Move’ fitness campaign, the youth-oriented water company ‘Wat-AAH!’ has found a long term partner in ‘Honeymoon Avenue‘ singer Ariana Grande!

Named as one of its equity partners today, her deal with the company marks the first endorsement agreement the star has ever signed and will see Grande join them in releasing a limited edition bottle in her honour.

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Pop starlet Cheryl Cole is gearing up to unleash her fourth solo album ‘Only Human’.

Set for arrival on November 10th, the LP has been supported by a calculated campaign that has included a curiously-timed “surprise” marriage, a return to The X Factor, and two singles ‘Crazy Stupid Love’ and ‘I Don’t Care’.

Now, as its release draws nearer, the wafer voiced vixen has unveiled the record’s official tracklist.

Find out which songs the likes of Sia and Greg Kurstin have cooked up for the former Girls Aloud member below…

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Cop a gander at our girl Tamar Braxton!

After taking over television screens as part of the hot rebooted talk show series ‘The Real,’ Mrs. Braxton-Herbert gets real again by placing her focus back on music.

Unveiling the cover to her newest single ‘Let Me Know’ (featuring Future), the songstress sent her beloved Tamartians into a frenzy with news of the new tune.  Will Monday bring with it a full listen of the new tune?  We’ll have to wait to find out.

Until then, we’re loving what we’re seeing and can’t wait to get our hands and ears on the single.

What do you think of the cover?

Tinashe is fast establishing herself as quite the stage blazer.

However, the rising R&B star seems keen to prove herself as a vocalist too.

So what better song to prove her worth with than the US National Anthem?

With just days to go before her debut album ‘Aquarius’ arrives in stores, the ‘2 On’ singer took centre-stage at the Dodgers vs St. Louis Cardinals game last night at the Dodgers Stadium to perform the ‘Star Spangled Banner’.

How did she fare? Find out below…

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Details on her reported earnings below…

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Ever keen to broaden our musical scope, recent months have seen That Grape Juice venture into a number of new musical landscapes including, most recently, gospel.

Spearheaded by well-received interviews with gospel singers Yolanda Adams, Hezekiah Walker, Twinkie Clark, Fred Hammond, Kierra Sheard, Dorinda Clark Cole, Israel Houghton, Marvin Sapp, Micah Stampley, Joshua Rogers, Jonathan McReynolds, Tasha Page-Lockhart, and more, TGJ is now offering readers ‘The Overflow’ – a collection of the top gospel-themed news stories from the week.

Tuck in below for jam-packed news on JJ Hairston,  Vashawn Mitchell, Dewayne Woods & Anthony Hamilton, Michelle Williams, Dorinda Clark Cole, and more:  

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As reported, last night saw many an R&B starlet take to the stage at music extravaganza Circle Of Sisters 2014 at Madison Square Garden.

One of the notable names to rock the house was the electrifying Fantasia.

Renown for her super-charged showings, the American Idol alum lived up to her billing – thrilling the thousands in attendance with tracks from her critically acclaimed discography, including ‘Free Yourself’ and ‘When I See You’. The powerhouse also served up a crowd pleasing sing-a-long-song of Nas and Lauryn Hill‘s ‘If I Ruled The World’.

All the action after the jump…

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Fergie is officially back.

The Black Eyed Peas diva has been blazing the airwaves with new single ‘L.A Love (La La)’, which arrived this week.

Produced by DJ Mustard, the track serves as the singer’s lead release from her first solo album in seven years.

So as to propagate news of her return, the star stopped by Big Boy In The Neighborhood on Power 106, where she chatted it up her multi-year break, motherhood, her comeback, her new album and much more.

Check out the insightful interview below…

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Jennifer Hudson‘s new album ‘JHUD’ may be off to a slow start, yet the Grammy and Oscar winning songstress isn’t letting that derail the promo push for the project.

The American Idol alum took to the stage at the Circle Of Sisters 2014 event yesterday at New York’s Madison Square Garden and ensured she delivered a showing that demanded attention.

Backed by a full band, the ‘Dreamgirls’ star performed the track that catapulted her to mainstream stardom ‘And I Am Telling You’.

It appears the song, which was first sung by Jennifer Holliday, is the gift that keeps giving. Because, just as it did upon her initial rendition in 2006, it potently reminds of the talent embedded in Hudson – regardless of sales.

Watch the epic showing below, where her performances of ‘Spotlight’ and new number ‘Bring Back The Music’ also await.

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Lady GaGa is enjoying a career renaissance thanks to ‘Cheek To Cheek’, her collaborative album with Jazz legend Tony Bennett.

The LP, which is comprised of classic covers, topped the Billboard 200 this week; and while some may have felt content with the feat, the promotional push for the project continues to press ahead full speed.

Together, the pair grace the cover of Downbeat Magazine‘s November 2014 issue.

Just like the music on their record, the duo look striking.

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Nicki Minaj is renown for being quite the chameleon, however this “era” she’s being so with a class and consistency that is super applaudable.

Case in point her new shoot for men’s fashion magazine L’Uomo Vogue.

The rapper, who is grinding the promo trail in support of new album ‘The Pinkprint’ (due November 24th), debuts an edgy new look in the Francesco Carrozzini lensed feature.

Peep the captivating snaps above and below…

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