The 2013 Soul Train Awards, which aired tonight, saw R&B’s finest go head-to-head for the show’s coveted trophies.
With the likes of Urban music’s finest, including Kendrick Lamar, Tamar Braxton, Justin Timberlake, K.Michelle and more leading the nominations tally with at least 5 nods a piece, the competition was stiff in ways we’ve only seen from Britney Spears in the past.
Now, that the show is over, find out who picked up which awards in which categories at the high profile outing below…
As her stellar set at the 2013 ‘American Music Awards‘ continues to generate critical acclaim, Lady GaGa continues on in her efforts to push global sales of her new LP ‘ARTPOP.’
Now sat at the 743,000 unit mark, the project’s worldwide sales figure was given a healthy boost in the last week, when the entertainer kicked off the Japanese leg of its promotional tour.
A tour, that reminded many of her dominance in markets far removed from her own.
Not sure what we mean?
GaGa mania below…
It’s one of Urban music’s biggest nights and we have all of the performances right here!
Indeed, the Anthony Anderson-hosted, 2013 Soul Train Awards is airing right now via sister channels BET and Centric and with stage blazing performances from the likes of Tamar Braxton, K. Michelle, Jennifer Hudson, and many more, That Grape Juice has your fill of the night’s best, worst, and everything in between.
The show’s creators set the media ablaze with promises of “no lip-syncing” just days before its taping. Did they live up to that promise? Find out below:
Last week, fans of R&B market leader Beyonce showed their support for the star when they purchased her recently released ‘Life Is But a Dream‘ DVD package, marking another bestseller for the chart-topper.
Arm in arm with that DVD? Footage from her sold out dates at Atlantic City’s ‘Revel Resorts’ in May 2012. Footage, that shines a fresh light on what was one of her most successful stage ventures to date.
Missed out on the show? Worry not. For, today has brought with it a HQ performance of her ‘4’ classic ‘I Care’, now available to enjoy below!
Months before the unleashing of her eighth studio album, Pop trendsetter Rihanna has found herself in the middle of a fresh plagiarism row this week, after the artist Jim Starr accused her of imitating his work on her most recent spread with ‘GQ‘ magazine.
Full story below…
The 2013 Soul Train Awards airing is under-way right now and, like you, That Grape Juice is front and center watching the action!
Taped last month the beautiful Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV, the show boasts performances from R&B’s best and brightest including Tamar Braxton, K. Michelle, Faith Evans, Chrisette Michele, Jennifer Hudson, Wale, and so many more.
We are definitely gathering our thoughts about the action so far, but here you can post your views on anything and everything regarding the show. Pre-Show rumours…Who you’re looking forward to seeing… Who you feel rocked the red carpet, who should have skipped it altogether… Who deserved to win what…performances…and all that good stuff – before, during, and after the show….
The X Factor 2013 (UK) saw its 8th set of eliminations tonight. Find out who’s heading home this week after the jump…
One year after launching the ‘0 F***s Given’ mix tape for fans, K.Michelle has announced the conception of its sequel today, locking in a 2014 date for its birth.
Full story below…
Iconic. Innovative. Influential.
These are three words that would best describe Janet Jackson.
Today’s From The Vault pick is an demonstration of the indelible imprint she has left in our beloved Pop Culture. ‘I Get Lonely’ from 1997’s ‘The Velvet Rope’ is this week’s selection.
The work of then-fantastic four Ms. Jackson, Jam & Lewis as well as Jackson’s ex-husband and frequent collaborator Rene Elizondo, ‘Lonely’ is an authentic R&B track that sees Janet lamenting over being away from an estranged lover. A classic Janet “baby-making song”, its dramatic horns and sultry bass make for a sexy-sensual atmosphere which contrasts – in the best way possible – with Jackson strong yet vulnerable vocal delivery. The singer’s trademark harmonies are in full force as well. A triumph.
Releasing the track as a follow up to Dance-Pop mega hit ‘Together Again’ was quite the bold move at the time, but turned out to be a risk worth taking as it became the diva’s 18th consecutive Billboard Top 10 smash – peaking at #3 – and claiming the top spot of the Billboard Hip-Hop/R&B chart. In the UK, the R&B jam fared rather well too reaching the fifth position of the Official Singles Chart.
As it is often the case with the stage-blazer, the accompanying visual for the tune is as memorable as the tune itself. The Paul Hunter directed music video presents a flame-haired Janet in various futuristic sets including one where she – alongside her female dancers – engages in some silky smooth choreography, proving yet again that she is no one-trick-pony who can only do intricate high-octane routines.
From the fashion and hair & make up to the choreography, it is indeniable how impactful this video has been and is continuing to be: Britney’s ‘Me Against The Music’, Kelly Rowland’s ‘Motivation’, Rihanna’s ‘LOUD’ era look anyone?!
We won’t state again how seriously we’re anticipating Ms. Jackson’s return to chart glory. For today all we will do is salute yet again a tremendous artist who’s vision and audacity helped change the entertainment landscape forever.
Yesterday afternoon, the world learned that ‘Fast & Furious’ actor Paul Walker had passed away, losing his life when a car crash caused when the driver-who also lost his life- lost control and collided with a sign post.
Now, with much of the world waking up to the tragic news, Hollywood has taken to Twitter to mourn his passing-doing so with the messages below…
‘Late Night with Jimmy Fallon’ got in the festive swing of things on Thanksgiving night, inviting Urban Pop purveyor Ariana Grande to perform live on his ever enjoyable show!
What she performed? Her very own take on Wham’s ‘Last Christmas‘ performed alongside The Roots, all in hopes of pushing her forthcoming ‘Christmas Kisses’ EP!
Watch her soar below…
Pop powerhouse Leona Lewis is ringing in the Holidays with hotly anticipated festive effort ‘Christmas, With Love’.
Preceded by the well-received ‘One More Sleep’, the LP sees the X Factor phenom serve up an uplifting mix of Christmas classics and new grooves created specifically for this project.
That Grape Juice sat down with the multi-Platinum talent to discuss a range of topics, including the inspiration behind this album, her next traditional effort (which she reveals will be inspired by Motown), US plans, the performance of Euro-only LP ‘Glassheart’, Mariah Carey, and much more. We only ask the questions you really want answers to!
Hit ‘PLAY’ to watch our EXCLUSIVE interview with Leona Lewis!
Click here for details on Leona’s uber festive musical Advert Calendar
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