By way of releases that reflected the genre’s evolving sound, a number of R&B staples served as the wind used to push its ship to lucrative ground in 2013…one of these, being ‘DUI’ darling Ciara.

That’s right, thanks to sales of over half a million units, the singer’s spicy jam ‘Body Party’ has earned a spot on Billboard’s R&B Digital Songs Year-End chart, which lists the highest selling songs from the genre in order of how many units they moved online in the US alone.

Did your favourite act make it to the Top Ten?

Find out below…

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For one reason or another, the gifted vocalist that is Jay Sean has never truly been able to enjoy the acclaim his talent should have handed him automatically.

However, there’s no doubt he hopes to change that with the release of his latest video, shot for ‘The Mistress Part 2: Room Service’, ‘Take That Off.’

Set to be released as a mix tape, the aforementioned ‘Mistress’ will see the star take on steamy subject matter if the clip below is indicative of its sound, featuring footage shot in and out of the bedroom.

Heat up with Mr. ‘Nachna Tere Naal’ below…

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Is R&B ready for Mario‘s long overdue comeback?

Ask us, and we’d say yes. However, it’s the genre’s die-hard supporters that the performer needs to convince this year, as he puts the finishing touches on his brand new album and the campaign he’s no doubt putting together to ensure it’s more legendary than it is lacklustre.

How he intends to do so?

Peep his explanation below!

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Pop princess Rihanna is hard at work on her eighth studio album, it has emerged today-teased by Hip Hop hit-maker Dj Mustard this week.

That’s right, while the world celebrates new releases from Lady GaGa, Beyonce and Katy Perry, the ‘Loud’ entertainer has enlisted a team of writers and producers to create the release, calling on the aforementioned Mustard to deliver a nightclub-ready smash hit to her creative door!

His words below…

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Things got pretty ugly yesterday for ‘Unpretty’ star Chilli (of TLC) after the singer’s 2014 ‘New Year’s Resolutions’ ruffled the feathers of members of Beyonce’s dedicated fanbase “the Beyhive”.

Indeed, after the Atlanta star implied that referring to the pop superstar as “Queen B” be “forbidden” in the new year, fans instantly went on the attack causing the 42-year-old to quickly issue a statement regarding the backlash.

Did you miss the action?  See it all below and weigh in:

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From myself (Sam),  and all of us here at That Grape Juice, we’d like to wish you – our readers – a very Happy New Year!

It’s a little surreal to think that That Grape Juice is now entering its seventh year online. Oh how time flies when you’re having fun! It’s been such a blessed journey for us in so many ways; a journey we Thank YOU so much for joining us on.

We  hope that 2014 brings you all that your heart desires and then some. Be sure to keep it locked on That Grape Juice as we have A LOT in store!

Happy New Year!

Weeks after learning she had been recognised by the 2014 Grammy committee, R&B heartbeat Faith Evans has confirmed the 2014 release of a brand new studio album…a soulful project named ‘Incomparable.’

Teaser below…

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Fans of ‘Vision of Love’ performer Mariah Carey were pleased with their view of the diva after she dropped news tonight that her new single ‘The Art of Letting Go’ is set for a February 14th release.

The announcement came just moments before the songstress launched into a live rendition of the tune on NBC’s ‘New Year’s Eve With Carson Daly’.  Tuck in below to see how she fared:

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As Americans in each time zone are introduced to 2014, ABC’s annually aired ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin Eve’ celebration greeted the new year with a bang on the hems of hot performances from Miley Cyrus, Jason Derulo, Jennifer Hudson, Pitbull, Ariana Grande, Robin Thicke, and so many more.

Did you miss a moment from the Ryan Seacrest-hosted showing?  Fret not, friends. We have you covered:

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The annual “Dick Clark New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” festivity is happening as we speak on ABC.

With acts like Ariana Grande, Jennifer Hudson, and Jason Derulo hitting the stage to ring in 2014, fans are glued to television sets Stateside to countdown the arrival of the New Year on each of the country’s coasts.

But, before viewers could get a glimpse of the night’s performers, ABC shared a special countdown “30 Greatest Women in Music” to honor and rank their favorite dynamic divas. While the expected entries like Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, and Barbra Streisand found interesting placements on the tally, it was their younger counterparts (i.e. Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and Lady Gaga) whose appearances on the list polarized fans.

Nevertheless, no criteria for the ladies’ ranking has been revealed.  So, for those who have yet to see it, cop and gander and tell us your thoughts below:

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It’s finally here! The studio version of Lady GaGa‘s ‘Do What U Want’ remix featuring Christina Aguilera landed just in time for the New Year.

Really, though; what are you waiting for? Take a listen after the jump!

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With a new album reportedly on the way and the general public still head over heels in love with her smash hit single ‘Body Party’, Ciara has taken the time to pen an open letter to her fans today.

Yes, in an unlocking the oft guarded book that is her life, the mild-mannered maestra held nothing back when thanking her ‘Squad’ for their support and the friends that are helping her to find inner peace and joy amidst the insanity that is the music industry.

Warm words from the bold beauty below…

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