The MTV Video Music Awards have long billed themselves as one of music’s most unpredictable nights. Yet, following the 2026 ceremony, many viewers had one very simple question: where were the actual awards?

Indeed, despite a stacked winners’ list that included major names such as Cardi B, Kehlani, and Bruno Mars, a sizable chunk of the Moonperson moments never made it to the live broadcast.

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Stevie Wonder is giving fans even more reason to revisit one of music’s most celebrated albums.

As he prepares to mark the 50th anniversary of his iconic ‘Songs in the Key of Life,’ the music legend has released a four-track EP featuring previously unheard recordings from the album’s sessions.

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RAYE is setting the record straight on those Michael B. Jordan dating rumors.

The ‘Where Is My Husband‘ singer was asked about the speculation while hitting the red carpet at the 2026 MTV VMAs, following weeks of chatter surrounding her relationship with the Hollywood star.

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Madonna and Taylor Swift didn’t just dominate the discourse at the 2026 MTV VMAs. Together, they helped deliver the show a major ratings rebound.

For a ceremony long dogged by chatter about its cultural pull in the streaming age, this year’s spectacle appears to have flipped the script in a big way.

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Ray J has entered the chat, and he’s making his feelings on the Chris Brown vs. Usher debate very clear.

During a recent livestream, the singer was asked about the two R&B heavyweights and didn’t hold back when declaring where he stands.

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Quavo and Offset are turning up the nostalgia with a long-awaited musical reunion.

The Migos stars recently linked up at a surprise listening event for Quavo’s upcoming album, ‘Qrömelife,’ where Offset previewed their new collaboration, ‘Away.’

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Miley Cyrus has found herself back at the summit of the Billboard 200.

For, her latest studio album, ‘Bass Persuades,’ has officially danced its way to #1 on the coveted count.

The win comes after industry analysts initially predicted a top 10 launch for the LP, which serves as the Pop star’s tenth studio effort and first under her mononymous Miley rebrand.

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Lauren Jauregui isn’t shrinking herself to satisfy the comment section.

The Fifth Harmony songbird delivered a pointed response to body critics at the 2026 MTV VMAs, embracing a decidedly “punk” outlook on beauty standards during a candid chat with E! News.

And she had plenty to say.

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Craig David is taking it back to where it all began.

The British R&B star has announced his ‘Born To Do It’ 2027 World Tour, bringing the celebration of his breakthrough debut album to more stages after a special run of London shows.

And the first batch of dates has landed.

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Tank is making his stance on Chris Brown‘s catalog crystal clear. Again.

Amid renewed debate about whether the R&B superstar has a classic album, his longtime collaborator has entered the chat with a pointed message for those dismissing his discography.

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In tragic news,Jermaine Dupri has announced the death of his longtime collaborator Manuel Seal.

The GRAMMY-winning songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist was central to the sound of So So Def, helping craft classics that defined eras across R&B and Hip-Hop.

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After much ado and high anticipation, the Snoop Dogg-hosted 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) aired live from Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday (September 27).

As always, That Grape Juice is providing you with a recap of the performances!

Hop inside to check out showings from Madonna, Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX, Bruno Mars, Shaboozey, Gunna, LISA, Kacey Musgraves, RAYE, Teddy Swims, and many more!

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