Kelly Rowland continues to garner praise aplenty for her latest album ‘Talk A Good Game’. Hence, there is no time better than the present to keep the wheels a’turning on the project’s promotional campaign.

With recent effort ‘Dirty Laundry’ serving as more of a “buzz amplifier” than a Billboard staple, it’s quite literally on to the next one. Which begs the question: which track is Ms. Kelly awarding the single treatment to next?

Well, remember our post asking what YOU think ‘Talk’s next offering should be? Let’s just say, it seems the 32-year-old has heeded the request of most of her Rowland Stones.

Kelly’s new single is…

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Justin Timberlake took fans back to the earlier stage of his solo run last month, pulling out and dusting off ‘Senorita’ and performing it as if were brand new….live at the ‘Legends of the Summer’ tour.

Hitting the keyboard to perform the number, the Lyric Tenor’s rendition of the number saw him employ a live band (horns and all) to showcase the best of its arrangement, giving us no choice but to kick ourselves for not buying tickets!

Check him out after the jump!

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The stars aligned to shine on New York city two nights ago, lighting up the Barclays Center to celebrate the arrival of Pop Queen Beyonce.

Home to the latest ‘Mrs.Carter Show‘ outing, her performance saw the likes of Justin Timberlake look on from the audience, introduced to a reworked version of the record breaking stage show.

So, in the event you weren’t at the show, meet us below for HQ fan footage pulled from the explosive set!

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‘Chelsea Lately‘ welcomed R&B royalty to its stage last night, when Tamar Braxton arrived to meet Chelsea‘s stand in, Loni Love.

There to discuss her September 3rd release ‘Love and War’ and her new baby Logan Herbert, the superstar’s appearance on the show saw her turn on the funny when explaining just how her son got here.

In the mood for a laugh?

Watch below!

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Tastes may change, but Pharrell Williams stands as one musical force whose influence is ever present.

For, 18 years after creating the BLACKstreet classic ‘Tonight’s the Night’, the Countertenor finds himself riding UK airwaves- reaching audiences that see him dominate the market’s radio system.

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It’s that time again! That Grape Juice wants to see what you all are listening to. Which 5 tracks have you got on constant rotation at the moment?

Remember, it doesn’t have to be limited to Urban music; could be something new, Throwback, religious, even something you made yourself! Drop a comment in the comments section. Ours are below – in no particular order:

1) Ariana Grande – Baby I

2) Jordin Sparks – Skipping A Beat

3) Smokey Nor

4) Janet – LUV

5) Beyonce – ‘Standing On The Sun (SOS Remix) (ft. Mr Vegas)’

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

 

Danity Kane may be reforming, yet that isn’t halting the solo hustle of select members, including Aubrey O’Day.

Next Tuesday (August 13th) sees the group’s most outspoken member lift the lid on ‘Between Two Evils’ – her first solo collection of songs since DK’s split in 2008.

Teased in earnest, today saw the independent EP previewed via our friends over at Perez Hilton. Is Ms. O’Day onto a winner? Decide after the jump…

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All roads lead to September 3rd for Ariana Grande. For, the date sees the petite powerhouse unwrap her hotly anticipated album debut ‘Yours Truly’. 

Building on the buzz courted by official singles ‘The Way’ and ‘Baby I’, the 20-year-old placed the LP up for pre-order on iTunes moments ago, and in tandem made album cut ‘Right There’ available as a free download for all that sign up. The cut, which – as  reported – features Big Sean, is also purchasable as a standalone track.

Is it worth a buy, though? Find out after the jump…

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Robin Thicke is a testament to the age-old adage “good things come to those that wait”.

For, over a decade after his debut album hit shelves, the ‘Lost Without You’ maestro has found his way to the top of albums and singles charts with his latest project ‘Blurred Lines’ (parent album and lead single respectively).

Laying on thick an extensive month-long promo campaign for the project proved to pay off as reports last week indicated  it would see Robin soar to the tally’s top spot upon its refreshing this week.

Now, reports are showing the crooner has even bested those forecasted numbers, giving him his best first week sales to date:

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Vocal sensation Ariana Grande is gearing up for the release of her debut LP ‘Yours Truly’.

The eagerly anticipated album, which features chart hits ‘The Way’ and ‘Baby I’ arrives on September 3rd.

Want to find out what else the year’s biggest breakout star has cooked up for her ever-growing fanbase? Check out the official tracklisting for ‘Truly’ after the jump…

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Luke James has a way with the ladies it seems.

After thrilling audiences across North America as the opening act for Beyonce‘s ‘Mrs. Carter Show’ world tour, much to fan delight, this week brought with it the close of the first North American leg of the show prompting James returned to the promo trail for his soon due debut album.

Dropping by CBS’ ‘The Couch’ to lend an electric performance of his latest single ‘I.O.U.’, the Grammy-nominated crooner chatted about his inaugural project, touring with Beyonce, and so much more!

But, before you see that, check out James tributing another of today’s top Urban divas with his cover of Ciara‘s latest hit ‘Body Party’

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Love him or hate him, there’s no denying that very few can command a stage quite like Drake.

Packing a passion that so many contemporary male acts are afraid to embrace, the performer showcased the best of his live muscle during last night’s  annual ‘OVO Fest‘, birthed this time to support his brand new album ‘Nothing Was The Same.’

While there, he served a moving rendition of TLC‘s Dallas Austin penned ‘FanMail‘, going onto surprise his audience with an appearance from the ladies themselves!

Were they any good?

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