For many a Beyonce fan, Montina Cooper is familiar name, face, and voice.

Over the last decade, the seasoned singer-songwriter has been a integral member of The Mamas – Queen Bey’s sassy backing group.

Together, they’ve toured the globe countless times over and helped shape the sound and brand that defines Beyonce as a live performer.

While still enjoying and excelling in that role, Cooper is now stepping into the solo spotlight.

With new album ‘Closer’ creating all the right waves, That Grape Juice caught up with the seasoned songbird to chat about the project and much more. What

Join us below, where a tale of talent and triumph awaits…

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Ashanti may not have emerged victorious in the mid 00’s showdown of R&B divas, but she sure knows how to keep it moving.

Never starved of a check, the former Murder Inc maven has diversified into TV and has also maintained a touring presence. The latter evidenced by her current trek with Ja Rule.

New music remains at the forefront of her mind, though. And it appears its arrival may be a case of “sooner rather than later.”

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June’s Diary are set to keep their hyper-hot momentum blazing through the Fall.

Pieced together by Kelly Rowland and Frank Gatson on BET’s ‘Chasing Destiny,’ the quintet have been pounding the promotional pavement ever since the show wrapped.

Having warmed up the masses with buzz but ‘L.A.N.C.E,’ the ladies are gearing up to hit the road for their first tour.

Set to set sail in September, the trek will see Ashly, Gabby, Shyann, Kristal, and Brienna rock stages in some of the US’ most notable music markets.

Is their intimate jaunt journeying to a city near you? Find out below…

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The Pop princess Kesha was disconcerted when a judge ruled that she could not record music outside and away from Sony Music and her alleged rapist Dr. Luke.

Little did she know that the judge was none other than the wife of a lawyer whose firm represented the label.

Today, the ‘Backstabber’ singer has asked for that judge to step down.

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In an era of autotune and factory-produced Pop stars, it’s becoming the tallest of tasks standing out amongst the pack.

Yet, for newcomer Amber-Simone it’s a hurdle she’s cleared with ease.

Aged just 19, the rising star has been receiving praise from the most potent of corners. And with resonating reason.

Boasting a vocal that is deliciously androgynous, her appeal is immediately magnified beyond the confines of gender lines.

Lyrically, her youth doesn’t dilute her pen game either. Signed by Universal Music Publishing as a songwriter, Amber is gifted in the art of storytelling. Even with songs centered on well-treaded topics – case in point her sensual new single ‘Body Talk.’

Speaking on the cut, the songbird says:

“‘Body Talk’ is all about embracing control and sexuality. It is my take on the sonics of temptation and this is why the visual element for the track was so imperative. The artwork reflects the story of Adam and Eve, tying into ‘Body Talk’ through the constant themes of lust and temptation.”

Amber’s unique sound and point of difference enchanted John Legend, who enlisted her to act as opener on his multi-city UK tour.

Wonder what he and so many are buzzing about? Hit ‘PLAY’ above! Then, as ever, let us know…

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Chris Brown has found himself embroiled in yet another drama. This time after allegations of threatening a woman with a weapon.

Currently being debated and dissected many – including the LAPD, the matter has seen the singer fall foul of public favour.

He has, however, amassed support from the celebrity circuit; with several notable names siding with his version of events.

The latest (and perhaps, most high-profile) comes in the form of Bruno Mars, who took to Twitter to say the following…

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To say that Ty Dolla $ign is on a roll would be an understatement.

After Sunday saw him walk away with his inaugural moonman (for his feature on Fifth Harmony’s ‘Work From Home‘) and offer a sizzling performance of ‘Bacon’ with Nick Jonas, the Los Angeles-born emcee puts the focus back on his solo work – namely his latest single ‘Zaddy.’

Premiering just recently, the song was already making waves thanks to some fair streaming figures and airplay.  Now, in a bid to push it up charts,  Ty’s treating fans to its sci-fi, ‘Ex Machina’-inspired music video. Curious to see what he’s cooked up?

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‘Run It’ singer Chris Brown has seen his name running across headlines all day after a massive standoff with the Los Angeles Police Department at his Tarzana home.

As we reported here earlier, the Grammy-winner allegedly threatened 24-year-old former beauty queen, Baylee Curran, by placing a gun to her head while she was spending time with him.  Since the story broke, Curran has been on a media blitz – making stops at TMZ, E! News, and more to detail the ordeal.  Brown, on the other hand, took Instagram to proclaim his innocence…before surrendering to police:

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The 2016 MTV VMAs may be two days behind us, but Beyonce fans are still praising the diva for her historic night.  After nabbing her 22nd moonman (making her the most decorated artist in the show’s history), the ‘Formation’ maestra put down a show-stopping 15 minute performance of hits found aboard her 6th chart-topping album, ‘Lemonade,’ that easily stole the show.

Her showing not only set an almost impossible bar for the rest of the night, but also put that much more pressure on the next performer – Britney Spears – which, as fans know, was already high given her 9 year absence from the VMA stage (see: the shambolic 2007 ‘Gimme More’ performance).

When recently quizzed on her thoughts on MTV scheduling her behind the dynamic Queen Bey, Brit shared some interesting thoughts.  Read them below:

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‘Doin’ It Well’ duo Fabolous and Trey Songz have re-teamed to put a remix to Rihanna’s ‘Anti’ hit ‘Sex With Me.’

Providing a male answer to the ever-sexy slow jam, Fab and Songz up NSFW-level of the tune (that was already far from G-rated) by reminding listeners of their respective sexual bravado.

Set to be one of many gems found on the rapper’s forthcoming mixtape, ‘Summertime Shootout 2:  The Level Up,’ tuck in below to hear the twosome brag about how they put it down in the bedroom (yet again)…

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Drake and Rihanna have enjoyed some of their greatest successes together.

Now, rumors are rife that the smitten stars are set to chronicle their chemistry on a collaboration album project.

More fuel was poured on the flames moments ago when a mysterious countdown website went live.

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It’s been 13 years since the Black Eyed Peas asked the powerful question ‘Where Is The Love?’

A decade and some change on, the chart-topping quad are gearing up to pose the same question – with a little help from a list of major names.

Details below…

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