If Ariana Grande‘s career continues on the trajectory it’s on, the songbird could well become one of music’s top divas.

Keen to prove her suitability to such a title, the petite powerhouse paid tribute to two of entertainment’s ultimate divas – Whitney Houston and Madonna – during her set at New York Pride over the weekend.

The 22-year-old tactfully tackled Houston’s rendition of ‘I’m Every Woman,’ blending it with a vivacious take on Madge’s ‘Vogue.’

How did she fare? Fantastically,from where we’re sitting. Still, we want to know what you think. Check out Ms. Grande in action below and let us know your thoughts…

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Welcome to the latest TGJ Roundtable!

Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!

Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes” about the hottest topics.

Now, we give you a front row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, David, Rashad, and Joe – get real in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic is the…

 2015 BET Awards Review

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DJ Prostyle is to thank for the angelic number waiting for Nicki Minaj and Jeremih fans below.

For, after watching them to team up to create the song ‘Favorite’ the DJ called on the pair to reunite to record his new single ‘Angel’ which hit the net to support his forthcoming album under Warner Bros.

Minaj is currently readying the birth of the U.S. launch of her world tour while Jeremih recently celebrated the release of the single ‘Not My Day’, released by his writing partner Keith James.

Meet ‘Angel’ below…

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Good music alert!

Hours removed from their scorching set at the BET Awards comes Diddy and Pharrell Williams baring the gift that is ‘Finna Get Loose.’

The jam sees Diddy return to his Puffy Daddy moniker before the release of his brand new album and the tour that is being constructed to support it.

Its name? The Bad Boy Family Tour, set up to pen another chapter in the rapper’s Bad Boy story and reignite interest in the careers of its banner acts.

Think Faith Evans. Think Mase. Think Lil Kim.

Sound exciting?

Loosen up after the jump…

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Justin Bieber teams up with Diplo and Skrillex to deliver the visual for their rising number ‘Where Are Ü Now’!

The song appears on the latter’s collaborative album and before the unveiling of Bieber’s forthcoming set which will feature music created by Adele collaborator Rick Rubin.

Enjoy ‘U’ below…

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Katy Perry rocks the cover of Forbes magazine this month, striking a pose as the publication celebrates the world’s highest-paid celebrities of 2015 with the Celebrity 100.

Who made the list?

Surprises below..

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Is John Legend readying a duet with British soul singer Nathan Sykes?

That’s yet to be seen. However, fans may have good reason to believe this is the case after the pair enjoyed each other’s company recently.

Yes, Legend reached out to support the singer before he rocks New York’s Grammercy Theatre on July 22nd following his departure from Pop group The Wanted.

Keep it locked on TGJ for more on their “yet-to-be confirmed” collaboration.

Click here for more on Sykes’ solo journey.

Your thoughts?

Nicki Minaj has been accused of sabotaging her ex-boyfriend’s rap career today after he came forward to reveal that he has been “blacklisted” by the BET Awards.

His allegations below…

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Rita Ora is ready to roll  with her long-awaited new album.

The omnipresent star has been steadily piecing together the ‘Poison’ led project while pairing with brand partners like Adidas and making her mark in movies such ‘Fifty Shades of Grey.’

Hot on the promo trail for the anthemic ‘Poison,’ the new X Factor judge sat down with That Grape Juice for a candid chat about her LP, its lengthy delay, her American debut, being “everywhere” and working with Ed Sheeran. She also touts a “major surprise” on the album. Could it be the much-talked-about Chris Brown collaboration? Reliable intel suggests “yes.” But in the here and now, hit ‘PLAY’ to watch Rita spill all.

‘Poison’ is available to buy on iTunes now!

Mandatory Photo Credit: That Grape Juice / Seye Isikalu

Your thoughts?

Alexa Goddard has unleashed a brand new music video!

Yes, as she continues to make her way to higher ground with the help of Roc Nation the Pop beauty releases the video for her new single ‘We Broke the Sky.’

Press play to enjoy Goddard in visual action below…

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BET Awards 2015 certainly provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.

Now, after show-stopping performances from Tamar Braxton & K. Michelle, Jason Derulo, Tinashe, Ciara, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, and more, see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

A full winners’ list awaits below:

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B*tch better have my video is probably what pop superstar Rihanna was thinking as credits rolled on this year’s BET Awards.

For, as previously announced, fans waited with bated breath for what they thought would be a sneak peek at her long awaited ‘B*tch Better Have My Money’ video.  They, like their Grammy winning Bajan leader, were sorely disappointed when the network failed to deliver until the show’s end.

Could this be the reason BET Exec Stephen Hill caught some flying bills to the face? Watch her diva-esque response below and weigh in – staged or real?:

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