As critics continue to air out their takes on the release, Kanye West‘s ‘Yeezus’ eyes chart glory this coming week, thanks to the unique yet potent roll out birthed in its aid.

Not sure what we mean?

Projected sales below…

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Fifth Harmony continue on in their bid for chart supremacy today, blasting off with their brand new single ‘Miss Moving On’- produced Demi Lovato contributors ‘The Suspex‘.

In keeping it very real, we didn’t think we’d like this cut as much as we do and have already given it 5 (or 15) spins here at TGJ HQ this morning…it’s that good.

Candy coated heartbreak below…

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As earlier reported, this week saw stage blazer Ciara live up to that billing live in London.

The ‘Body Party’ songstress rocked the British capital as the headliner of the Musicalize extravaganza at the indigO2.

Watch below as the leader of the CSquad shows up and shows out to hits including ‘Ride’, ‘Got Me Good’, and ‘I’m Out’ – the latest single to be lifted from her new self-titled LP (due July 9th).

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As one of the most active online destinations for Urban Pop, things move at a rapid pace here at That Grape Juice. However, each week, there’s always select stories that resonate most amongst our millions of monthly readers. Happen to miss one of them? Fret not, you now have…The Refill!

No frills or trills, The Refill simply recaps the hottest topics on the lips of the TGJ faithful over the last seven days. The metrics used to compile the list weekly are comments, social media shares, and page views.  So without further adieu…

That Grape Juice’s Top 5 Stories Of The Week!

1) Miley Cyrus Talks Wanting A “Black” Sound

2) Ciara’s Live That Grape Juice Hangout

3) Rihanna Gig Ripped To Shreds

4) That Grape Juice Visit Kelly Rowland ‘Dirty Laundry’ Video Set

5) Kanye West & Kim Kardashian Welcome Daughter

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Ever keen to broaden our musical scope, recent months have seen That Grape Juice venture into a number of new musical974532d59b4c30e66f7aa64dbb11360e The Overflow (Gospel News Round Up):  Donald Lawrence, Smokie Norful, Deitrick Haddon, & Livre landscapes including, most recently, gospel.

Spearheaded by well-received interviews with gospel singers Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Kierra Sheard, Dorinda Clark Cole, Israel Houghton, and more, TGJ is now offering readers ‘The Overflow’ – a collection of the top gospel-themed news stories from the week.

Tuck in below for the latest news on R. Kelly, Kirk Franklin, Earnest Pugh, Mali Music, and newcomer Jonathan McReynolds:

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Some of the best gospel pickings of the last three decades have come from the hands of none other than Hezekiah Walker.

With his world renowned Love Fellowship Choir (LFC) in tow, Walker has lent hits like “I’ll Make It”, ‘I Need You To Survive’, and ‘Jesus Is My Help’ during a three decade long praise promenade that has seen him not only land a host of industry recognition, but also a number of his hits have trotted to the top of gospel charts.

As the aforementioned is a feat he is undoubtedly hoping to revisit by his latest album ‘Azusa: The Next Generation’ (in stores now), the Grammy winner speaks exclusively with That Grape Juice to dish on the new album, its dynamic lead single ‘Every Praise’, and so much more.  Tuck in below to get the full view:

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After posters supporting the show were plastered across the UK to shift any unsold tickets, last night saw Rihanna arrive at London’s Twickenham Stadium to serve up her ‘Diamonds World Tour’.

Now, hours after the event took place, many an attendee has taken to the social networking site Twitter to share the thoughts on the show. Thoughts, now available to observe below….

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He’s the Rap Royal with numbers that put many a Pop star to shame, so it’s no surprise that Drake stands as one of the music’s most lucrative touring acts.

Fortunately for his fans, it seems he is ready to cash in on the same hype that saw his ‘Club Paradise’ tour generate over $20 million, by way of a brand new stage show.

Details below…

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They’re the chart topping duo behind Madonna’s ‘Revolver‘ and now- perhaps to as replicate the success they enjoyed with that cut- Columbia Records have reportedly enlisted The Jackie Boyz to craft material for their new act…. Little Nikki.

Details below…

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After months of anticipation, last night saw members of the British public descend upon ‘Twickenham Stadium‘ to catch Rihanna live at the ‘Diamonds World Tour’.

No more skilled than she was on the dates prior to this one, her show saw her showcase the best of her material…but very little of the performer some fans had expected to see.

Check her out below…

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The second search for ‘The Voice UK’ is underway!

Already a smash in the US (and its original home of Holland), the show has arrived on British shores by way of the BBC last year and takes its place prime-time for another year running. Coaches this side of the pond are Jessie J, will.i.am, Danny O’ Donoghue, and the legendary Tom Jones.

Billed as the definitive talent-search, many are predicting it to serve as a true contender to The X Factor‘s strong hold.

Judge for yourself below with highlights from series 2 // episode 12 below…

 

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Just in time for Father’s Day!

The internet was set ablaze moments ago with reports that Grammy winning rap star Kanye West has welcomed a baby girl with girlfriend Kim Kardashian….

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