In what marks a bold move from the Viacom owned network, BET have announced  the birth of a new syndication deal…that will see them house the hit ABC drama ‘Scandal’!

Announced today via Lynne Segall‘s ‘The Hollywood Reporter‘, the network have inked a deal with ABC which will see them air re-runs of the political drama this summer, and – more importantly- air episodes from its forthcoming season, no more than eight sooner after it airs on its mother network.

Kicking off this August, this deal will see BET air a ‘Scandal’ marathon up until the launch of its third season, due out via ‘Grey’s Anatomy‘  mastermind Shonda Rhimes in the Fall.

On the venture, the network’s chairman Debra Lee explained:

“We’re thrilled to be joining forces with ABC in airing this dynamic series. Scandal is a cultural phenomenon that has resonated with viewers for the past two seasons and we’re excited to be part of its continued journey.”

No doubt an attempt to push the series to BET‘s African American base, the Kerry Washington led show currently ranks as the #1 series within the demographic, while pulling in an average audience figure of 2.8 million each week.

Through this deal, ‘Scandal’ becomes the first scripted drama to be acquired by the company, which also houses the Akil driven pieces, ‘Being Mary Jane’ and ‘The Game‘.

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In what marks a bold move from the Viacom owned network, BET have announced  the birth of a new syndication deal…that will see them house the hit ABC drama ‘Scandal’!

Announced today via Lynne Segall‘s ‘The Hollywood Reporter‘, the network have inked a deal with ABC which will see them air re-runs of the political drama this summer, and – more importantly- air episodes from its forthcoming season, no more than eight sooner after it airs on its mother network.

Kicking off this August, this deal will see BET air a ‘Scandal’ marathon up until the launch of its third season, due out via ‘Grey’s Anatomy‘  mastermind Shonda Rhimes in the Fall.

On the venture, the network’s chairman Debra Lee explained:

“We’re thrilled to be joining forces with ABC in airing this dynamic series. Scandal is a cultural phenomenon that has resonated with viewers for the past two seasons and we’re excited to be part of its continued journey.”

No doubt an attempt to push the series to BET‘s African American base, the Kerry Washington led show currently ranks as the #1 series within the demographic, while pulling in an average audience figure of 2.8 million each week.

Through this deal, ‘Scandal’ becomes the first scripted drama to be acquired by the company, which also houses the Akil driven pieces, ‘Being Mary Jane’ and ‘The Game‘.

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With social tensions sky-high in light of a certain verdict, the spotlight is shining especially bright on new movie ‘Fruitvale Station’.

The emotional narrative relays the true-life story of Oscar Grant, a young Black man who was killed by BART police officer in Oakland, California.

Upon premiering at the Sundance Film Festival, the feature-length film has been showered with praise for its potent storytelling, incredible cast, and their career-best performances.

That Grape Juice’s Patrick sat down with Michael B. Jordan (Grant) and Octavia Spencer (who plays mother Wanda) to discuss the story and why it’s so important that it’s told.

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‘Fruitvale Station’ is in theaters now.

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Meet ‘Go Stupid 4 U‘, the Urban Pop jam by Robin Thicke– lifted from his brand new album ‘Blurred Lines‘.

Debuting on the same day as the album’s European release, ‘Stupid’– as you’ll hear below- has hit written all over it, falling into the category of ‘Candy coated R&B’, laced with sex, infectious harmonies and live instruments that have us itching to see him bring it to life on stage.

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If you’ve heard Eve‘s latest studio album ‘Lip Lock‘, you’ll know it marks one of her strongest studio efforts to date.

Sure, while it’s easy to romanticise commercially impotent albums by billing them winners on a critical tip, the project’s cohesiveness and effortless blend of Rap and Pop see her extend her lead as one of Hip Hop’s more versatile acts- unafraid to cross genre lines and sounding good while doing it.

Now, after watching its first week sales amount to 8,600 units in the US, the Rapper has taken to Kanya King‘s MOBO to share her thoughts on the release and its panned sales.

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With social tensions sky-high in light of a certain verdict, the spotlight is shining especially bright on new movie ‘Fruitvale Station’.

The emotional narrative relays the true-life story of Oscar Grant, a young Black man who was killed by BART police officer in Oakland, California.

Upon premiering at the Sundance Film Festival, the feature-length film has been showered with praise for its potent storytelling, incredible cast, and their career-best performances.

That Grape Juice’s Patrick sat down with Octavia Spencer (who plays Grant’s mother Wanda) and Michael B. Jordan (Grant) to discuss the story and why it’s so important that it’s told.

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‘Fruitvale Station’

While most acts see their international appeal wane as their career continues, Jay Z has seen his global star rise even higher than ever before in the last five years.

Last night, that’s star found itself a new peak when he landed his first UK #1 LP with ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’, 12 albums after his first- and now, as to keep the heat around his new era at fever pitch, he has announced the launch of a new European tour!

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As far as vocalists go, very few own a range as vast as Jessie J‘s – soaring to the top of the charts with 3 octaves and jams cut and crafted for the Pop heavens.

Last night, those jams were played to a crowd of 6,5000 at the Eden Project, rocked out by the Brit Pop firework before the release of her long awaited sophomore album.

Below, you’ll find her performing her new single ‘Square One‘ to the event’s audience, giving a taster of what US fans can expect when she arrives in their territory to push the aforementioned release.

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It isn’t always obvious, but there’s no denying that Jay Z plays an integral part in the careers of this generation’s leading ladies of colour.

These…being ‘Story of Beauty’ belle Beyonce and ‘Rehab‘ stunner Rihanna. Husband to one while co-manager to the other, the last few years have seen him use the expertise he no doubt picked up from the former to ironically turn the latter into her greatest competition….despite their differing talent levels.

Now, peep what he had to say on his relationship with both ladies during the press round for his #1 album ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail‘ below!

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Physical promotion for the album may have ceased over a year ago, but that hasn’t stopped Adele‘s sophomore album ’21’ eyeing a brand new chart record, after watching its sales last week push it back into the US Top 40.

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The last night of Yahoo’s ‘Wireless Festival’ welcomed Rihanna to its shores hours ago, when she sailed in for a surprise performance with headlining act Jay Z.

Captured by fans at the star studded gig, their performance saw them serve a live helping of the Ernest Wilson produced ‘Run This Town‘, shortly after Jay scored his first UK #1 album with ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’.

Enjoy below!!

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There’s nothing unclear about the success of Robin Thicke‘s mega-smash ‘Blurred Lines’.

Already a chart topper in the US, Australia, Canada, and countless other countries, the Pharrell Williams number has enjoyed a particularly notable run in the UK – where it climbed back to #1 tonight on the Official UK Singles Chart.

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