Justin Bieber‘s new album may titled ‘Purpose,’ but ‘Redemption’ feels more apt.

On the eve of its release, the set – which arrives after a tricky few years for the singer – is being tipped for blockbuster success. This, thanks largely to the winning run of lead singles ‘What Do You Mean?’ and ‘Sorry.’

Capitalizing on the public’s renewed embrace of his music the 22-year-old has officially announced the ‘Purpose Tour.’

Set to kick off in Seattle next March, the US leg of the trek (the first to be unveiled) will wrap up in May 2016 before hitting international markets.

Video announcement on ‘Ellen’ and dates below…

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By the look of things, Rihanna is launching everything but her new album.

Indeed, at this junction, the LP’s title ‘ANTI’ seems to stand for anti-release date.

Nonetheless, the conundrum surrounding the serially delayed project hasn’t quelled her desire to trailblaze with other ventures – the latest of which was unveiled today.

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Cop a gander of Destiny’s Child divas Beyonce and Kelly Rowland.

The former bandmates and lifelong sisters served style in earnest this week during a visit to the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles.

It figures why the ladies are soaking up the free time; Beyonce is hard at work on new projects (which she’s true-to-form remaining mum about), while Ms. Kelly is recording a new album, shooting a BET TV show, and wracking up endorsements.

More power to the ladies. That said, for all their solo endeavours, surely we’re not the only ones who feel the time is ripe for another DC3 run? A tour? An album? A…something?

Why? Because of slayage like this….

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After remixing Drake’s ‘Hotline Bling’ Erykah Badu surprised her fans by releasing a brand new sultry jam named ‘Phone Down‘ hours ago.

Where it can be found? On her forthcoming mixtape ‘MIXTAPE: But You Cain’t Use My Phone’ which will find its way to the world on Thanksgiving weekend, just in time to be supported by her appearance at this year’s Soul Train Awards which airs on November 29th.

Will you like what Ms. Badu has to offer this time around?

Hit the play button below to find out.

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The ‘Rocky’ spinoff movie ‘Creed’ called on Hip Hop’s Future to write and record an original song for its smoking soundtrack this year.

Its name? ‘Last Breath‘, sampling the ‘Rocky’ classic ‘Gonna Fly Now‘ and is produced by Nicki Minaj‘s ‘Want Some More’ producer Metro Boomin’ and Ludwig Goransson.

Click here to catch the movie’s Michael B. Jordan-led trailer and pop the lid open below to hear the cut!

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While some stars masquerade as elusive, Beyonce has really embodied the term in recent years.

Indeed, since the roll-out of 2013’s ambush album, Queen Bey has remained mum about her next move…until it happens.

Still, it hasn’t stopped drips of new info tricking out. Case in point the snap above.

The pic came courtesy of actor Jorge Ortiz, who tweeted:

A picture of #Beyonce & I after last night’s #FeatureFilm script reading. Elegant and a class act

I’m about to enter the #BeyHive. Acting in a #FeatureFilm stage reading for the one and only in just a few seconds.

The #FeatureFilm stage reading went great tonight! We entered the #BeyHive and did her proud.

What could Mrs Carter be cooking up? Note how they are reading “for” her and (seemingly) not “with” her.

With a new album near, it’ll be fascinating to see how she plans to top her surprise roll-out…and whether the reading for the “#FeatureFilm” has anything to do with it!

Your thoughts?

The Adele avalanche has officially hit.

Just one week remains until the chart-titan’s third album ’25’ arrives and, despite lead single ‘Hello’ destroying everything in sight, the Tottenham talent is taking no chances.

She features a-front of the The Observer Music Monthly looking lush.

The cover arrives after high-profile features in the likes of iD magazine and Rolling Stone.

’25’ hits retail worldwide on November 20th and will further be supported by specials for the BBC and NBC, as well as an appearance on SNL.  

Your thoughts?

Ciara fans will have to wait a while longer for the second leg of her ‘Jackie Tour.’

Initially set to kick off later this month in partnership with Topshop, the US trek has now officially been postponed.

The news comes as fans with tickets in several cities begun receiving emails from vendors that the tour had been pushed to 2016.

In a detailed note, Ciara’s team explains why….

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It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas for the Columbia Records family this week.

Why?

Adele.

Brilliant news below…

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Monica is back!.

With new album ‘Code Red‘ due in stores on December 18th, the Grammy winning songbird is taking flight and embarking on the aptly titled ‘Code Red Experience Tour.’

The 22-date US trek, which features special guest Rico Love, kicks off this month and That Grape Juice are excited to give YOU the chance to attend the LA stop, which takes place this Saturday (November 14th) at Club Nokia Los Angeles.

Want to know how you (and a friend) can be in with a chance to see Monica live?

Simply answer the question below…

Monica’s new single is called…

a) The Boy Is Mine…Again
b) It All Belongs To Me
c) Just Right For Me

Submit your answer, along with your full name, age, address, and telephone number to the email address below. Incomplete entries will not be considered.  Please be sure to insert ‘Monica – TGJ’ as the subject of your email:

competitions@thatgrapejuice.net

All entries must be received by 11.59pm on Thursday, November 12th 2015.

Last month, Janet Jackson made the music industry sit up and pay attention when her independently released comeback album – ‘Unbreakable’ – rocketed to the top of the charts.

The Queen of Pop earned praise for both the LP and its unconventional roll-out; the latter of which was defined by no interviews, the release of just one music video, and a unique tour-ticket/pre-order tie-in.

It seems Jackson will continue to embrace the unconventional as she pushes the project. For, beyond a smart “album-sold-at-arena” scheme (which has seen the LP consistently shift 10-15k a week), it’s been revealed that she’s teamed up with taxi giant…Uber.

The random, yet genius play is explained below…

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Is Rihanna digging into her box of tried and tested tricks?

Per a new report, the model may be set to revive her kinky ‘S&M’ look in a bid to resuscitate her troubled ‘ANTI’ album campaign.

More on Rih’s racy play after the jump…

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