Guess which Universal act was snapped working out in preparation for his forthcoming tour today?

Hint: His latest album was recently certified Silver by the British Phonographic Industry for sales of over 60,000 units!

Not sure who he is?

Find out below!

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After watching the well loved single peak sweep US radio by storm earlier this year, R&B icons Toni Braxton & Babyface release the video for ‘Hurt You’.

Pulled from  their collaborative LP ‘Love, Marriage & Divorce, which arrives Nov. 25, the video is undeniably a stunning sight to behold, sure to breathe colourful life into the lives of any music lovers who press play below…

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It may have taken her a while, but Selena Gomez has finally responded to comments made by Pop ‘Royal’ Lorde, who hit out at the star in an interview available to read here.

Adding fuel to the criticism that already surrounds Selena and her involvement- or lack of it- in crafting her own messages, Lorde‘s estimation of Selena’s influence on young girls saw the star forced to address her during an interview with Hot 99.5.

What the ‘Come & Get It’ singer had to say for herself?

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As Elijah Blake continues to lead 2013’s batch of R&B newbies, his sonic sibling Jermaine Crawford ignites a fresh fire in the genre with the ‘Underdog‘, his new EP!

Garnering over 40 spins here at TGJ HQ since its arrival, ‘Underdog‘- though far too short for anyone’s liking- is exciting to say the very least, seeing Jermaine swim in romantic waters and find a potential AC hit with the Janet Jackson inspired ‘Janet’.

Enjoy below…

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As if the positive part they play in the careers of so many entertainers wasn’t enough, this week saw BBC 1Xtra showcase even more love for their music with this year’s ‘1Xtra Live’, welcoming ‘Luxury’ belle  Azealia Banks to the star studded stage.

A stage, that played host to a stage show put on by the Rapper that stood nothing short of being spectacular.

Why we’d say she’s one of the best live acts to rock the scene in the last decade?

Check her out below…

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Consider yourself of R&B gems Sevyn Streeter and K.Michelle?

If so, you’ll be pleased to learn that the ladies have joined forces to birth the ‘Rebellious Soul Tour‘, launched to push sales of Michelle’s brand new album of the same name.

Now, after releasing the tour’s official dates here, the pair unlock a trailer for the stage show, sending it out to the world via Michelle’s official YouTube account!

Check it out below!

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Who is the Ultimate R&B Diva?

It’s a question debated day-in and day-out here at That Grape Juice. Indeed, as one of the most active Urban Pop communities online, it’s little surprise that our comment section houses many different answers.

Ever keen to plough through the smoke and mirrors, we hit the streets of Hollywood to ask the masses which R&B star has the truest claim to the top spot.

Hit ‘PLAY’ above to watch The Word on The Ultimate R&B Diva!

Do you agree with their picks?

Your thoughts?

Beyonce– it would appear- is a very busy girl.

For, one night after details emerged from alleged video shoot in London, today has seen fans learn of news that confirms her fifth studio album will be arriving far sooner some had initially expected.

Good news below..

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Pop rebel Rita Ora may be readying her new album for release next year, yet is smartly keeping her name, face, and fashion in the spotlight ahead of “turn up” time.

As reported, the ‘R.I.P‘ singer  has been named the new face of cosmetic giant Rimmel London and stepped out in style last night to celebrate the launch of her new lipstick range.

Sporting a tartan-print suit, the 22-year-old rubbed shoulders with supermodel (and former face of Rimmel) Kate Moss, even sharing a cheeky kiss.

Peep more pics after the jump…

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Azealia Banks kicks down genre walls and catwalks her to the middle of dance floor with ‘Work B*tch’, her very own take on Britney Spears‘ budding smash of the same name.

Released before the October 14th unveiling of her ‘ATM Jam’ video, the cut will no doubt spark even more interest in ‘B*tch‘, despite Banks’ flow lacking the ‘wow’ factor the cut’s production called for.

Check it out below…

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As one of modern music’s longest-serving titans, Eminem has proven repeatedly that he can sell major units on the merit of his name alone.

However, for his eighth studio album, the ‘Marshall Mathers LP 2’, the Hip-Hop force has invited a number of major names to join him including Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna. As many will recall, Slim Shady’s pairing with the latter spawned global smash ‘Love The Way You Lie’ in 2010.

The “reveals” came in the form of the project’s official tracklist, which was unveiled moments ago by the rapper himself on his official website.

So what are you waiting for? Beyond singles ‘Berzerk’ and ‘Survival’, find out what Eminem will be serving up when ‘MMLP 2’ hits retail on November 5th after the jump…

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The release date of Ashanti‘s ‘Braveheart’ album may still be an Unsolved Mystery, yet that doesn’t mean she’s shunning the spotlight.  Indeed, the ‘Army Wives’ actress is embracing it. Case, point, the Instagram debut of her new hair ‘do.

Sporting shorter locs than usual, the former INC front-woman looked stunning – we must say.

Fingers crossed the new look, which the 32-year-old showcased on the set of a Robert Ector photoshoot, is paired with new music pronto.

Your thoughts?

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