When true talent meets creativity, success is almost always an inevitability. It’s a lesson the masses are learning once again courtesy of Missy Elliott.

Yesterday saw the iconic rapper explode back onto the scene with ‘WTF (Where They From)’ – the lead single from her first album in over a decade.

After such a lengthy spell away from the spotlight, it naturally begs the question of whether the public would welcome back Elliott with open arms (and wallets).

The answer, at the moment, appears to be an emphatic “yes!”

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For Rita Ora there’s only one mode…and that’s ‘GO!’

The Roc Nation songstress may have delayed her album until next year, but that hasn’t halted her hustle.

As well as her role as a judge on The X Factor, the endorsement magnet continues to book stages – the latest being the Bambi Awards in Germany.

Sporting a floral ensemble, the 24-year-old delivered a melodic medley of 2014 chart-topper ‘I Will Never Let You Down’ and recent single ‘Body On Me.’

Watch Rita, who also took home the Best International Female Award, do her thing after the jump…

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Saturdays‘ songstress Vanessa White is striking out solo!

While the group are on hiatus (for how long is anyone’s guess), its members are exploring various ventures and for lead Vanessa it’s a playful foray into the world of Urban.

A natural fit, given her trademark runs and powerful vocals, its a sound she soars with on new number ‘Don’t Wanna Be Your Lover.’

Billed as a sample of the songbird’s new sound, the track follows the well-received ‘Relationship Goals.’

Watch the video for ‘Don’t Wanna,’ which was unwrapped moments ago, below…

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For those of you who thought Dawn Richard‘s ‘Red Era’ had come to pause, get ready to press play on her latest release ‘Hollywould.’

Boasting the beastly production skills of Noisecastle III and Swagg R’Celious, the sultry slow jam follows last month’s ‘Billie Jean’ and ‘Dance’ dual release.  Joining ‘Hollwould’ as the part of ‘Red,’ the final installment of her album trilogy, fans wondering when they can get their ears and hands on her new new should keep their eyes open for its early 2016 release date.

Until then, get into ‘Hollywould’ below:

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Michael Jackson, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan may have topped many-a-‘greatest ever’ list over time, but for once the legendary group have to take a back seat to a relative “newcomer” – Adele.

Indeed, as the year draws to a close, Billboard is unveiling a slew of “greatest ever” lists from artists to singles and, of course, albums.  And, as fans expect to see the songstress’s new album ’25’ comfortably perched at #1 on Billboard’s chart upon its release next week, they were greeted with surprising news that its predecessor – ’21’ – is lodged at the same spot…on the greatest Billboard 200 album ever list.

Big news for the big voiced-diva below:

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Commercial success may have evaded her thus far but that hasn’t stopped the vocalist that is Mila J making a fresh attempt to woo music lover with new material.

How? A new mixtape aptly named ‘The Waiting Game’ which features production from Beyonce‘s producer Detail and lyrics from ‘Dirty Sprite’ vocalist Future who appears on the cut ‘Freaknic.’

With the likes of Tinashe and Kehlani making impressive moves in her lane Mila fans will agree that this project has to see her do the same if she’s to make the most of the buzz she was able to garner for herself last year.

If not?

Listen and weigh in on what you hear below….

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The Holiday season brings with it many a tasty feast and come December 11th, R. Kelly will be hoping the masses feast on his.

‘The Buffet’ – the R&B pioneer’s latest studio album – will be served up on said date and the Pied Piper is delivering a full plate of new music and guest appearances – including Lil Wayne, Jhene Aiko, and RCA labelmate Tinashe. 

How do we know?

Moments ago, the covers (standard + deluxe) as well as tracklists were unveiled for the set – which follows 2010’s ‘Love Letter.’

All is revealed after the jump…

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It’s here!

Missy Elliott blazes back onto the scene with electrifying new single ‘WTF (Where They From).’ 

Fellow hitmaker Pharrell Williams joins the femcee on the high-octane track, which is the lead effort from her first album in over 10 years.

Despite a decade away from the spotlight (sans features), Missy proves she still has “it” in abundance. “It” meaning her killer choreography, trademark quirky, and commitment to all things out-of-the-box.

Don’t believe us? Watch the newly unleashed video for ‘WTF,’ directed by Dave Meyers, after the jump…

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Guess which entertainer was snapped out and about in one of her favourite cities hours ago?

Hint: She stood as the leader as one of the highest selling girl groups of all time and is the girlfriend of a Roc Nation-backed mogul who made headlines when he stepped out with the singer Rihanna.

Our mystery lady’s identity below…

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His starring role in Adele‘s ‘Hello‘ video threw him into the gaze of the millions that have watched it since its chart-shattering release.

We’re talking about Mack Wilds of course, now on course to do a little chart-shattering of his own should his new Salaam Remi-produced single take off.

Good news below…

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The countdown is on!

Rap force Missy Elliott will make her long-awaited return to the music scene tomorrow with the debut of new single ‘WTF (Where They From).’

The Pharrell Williams assisted cut is the first taste of the Hip-Hop pioneer’s first album in over a decade — and despite the time lapse, it appears Elliott is still in top form.

Pouring fuel on the blazing flames of anticipation, Missy has unveiled a first look at the ‘WTF’ video, which also arrives tomorrow. Together with the shot above, she said…

I can’t wait for the whole world to see my new video tomorrow. 9am we bout to take off to another planet???????? u ready? LETSGO!????#WTFMissy #FirstLook

Be sure to keep it locked on That Grape Juice early tomorrow for Missy’s big reveal!

Your thoughts?

Adele is making a beeline for the big screen.

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