For Rihanna, having Roc Nation and Def Jam in her corner has seen her become-whether one likes it or not- one of the world’s greatest Pop stars.

So, now that he can boast of having the same combination, it’s no wonder Elijah Blake is fast becoming the breakout act of 2013, on course to break ground originally carved by Def Jam sibling, Frank Ocean.

Now watch as he speaks to the Power 106’s Yesi Ortiz on his debut EP ‘Bijoux 22‘ and his debut album’s lead single, ‘Come Away‘ featuring Big Sean.

R&B’s future below…

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Two months may have passed since she performed it on the ‘X Factor UK’, but the coming days are set to see Rihanna‘s latest single ‘Stay’ is fast approaching the UK#1 spot.

Chart check below…

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This week’s That Grape Juice ‘Cover Star‘ comes from the smooth stylings of Youtube’s RayGiftedKeys. Watch as the Michigan musician covers Ciara‘s hit slow jam ‘Sorry’.  Start at :38

Good job.  A very stripped down cover of Ciara’s sexy hit, we definitely applaud the Youtube performer’s ability to convey the innocence of the song while still putting an original spin on it!

Kudos to Keys and co.

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Get into these snaps of Rap icon Lil Kim out and about in LA, reportedly in town for the NAACP Awards.

Sporting an interesting fit, the ‘Can’t Hold Us Down‘ belle also took the time to hit ‘BOA‘ with ‘Lipgloss’ Princess Lil Mama and  former pin-up  Lisa-Raye. 

Her sighting came one week after she confirmed the release of a new studio album- marking the first time she has delivered an LP in almost a decade.

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Start getting excited!

For just days after sending fans into a frenzy with hints at plans of an announcement regarding a 2013 tour post her highly anticipated Superbowl Halftime showing, news and clues are starting to leak.

Now, as reported by Billboard, Live Nation UK have unveiled the regal tour poster above in support of the trek  dubbed ‘The Mrs. Carter Show’.

Yes, fans will have to wait until next week to find out dates and details about Mrs. Carter’s return to stage, but it’s safe to say the buzz around Bey’s comeback is at a feverish pitch!  Alas, you know to keep it locked on That Grape Juice to find out the latest as this story develops!

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Finally!

After weeks of being teased with reports of a new album from the star, tonight saw confirmation of that news with the release of Drake“s new single, “Started From The Bottom“.

Though initially unsure about it, our second play of the song already has us anticipating its supporting album and an iTunes release, so we can get our purchase on.

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Peep these snaps of ‘Roc The Life’ stunner Rita Ora meeting fans as she embarks on her first concert tour this week.

Billed the ‘Radioactive Tour’, the 17 night affair has already seen the starlet welcome a number of favorable reviews, days before she joins Beyonce, Justin Timberlake at the 2013 Brit Awards, in association with MasterCard.

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Seven years after the birth of last album ‘Walk With Me’, reports of a new LP from Jamelia both confuse and excite fans who remain in the dark as to why it’s arrival has taken/is taking so long.

So, perhaps in an effort to remind the world of the voice that took 2003’s ‘Thankyou’ to Double Platinum status in the UK, the ‘No More‘ singer teased fans with a mini cover of the  Frank Ocean classic, ‘Thinking About You’.

Prepare to be stunned below…

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From it’s infectious hook to haunting melody, ‘Paparazzi‘ is easily one of the strongest pieces to hit Pop within the last decade…or, dare we say, the last twenty years.

However, as is always the case with Lady GaGa , her live renditions of songs go some way to outdo their studio versions and last week- as part of her ‘Born This Way Ball’ outing, she proved that point once again with a killer serving of the cut.

Watch her perform the song, followed by the experiment Scheisse, below!

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Chris Brown seemed unbothered by onlooking paparazzi as he left his Hollywood home recently, days after getting into a nasty run in with ‘Swim Good’ mastermind Frank Ocean.

Rocking a cast on his right hand, the charitable Pop Prince was seen leaving his residence and entering his car, shortly before he continues work on his forthcoming studio album, and his latest venture…the ‘Black Pyramid’ clothing line.

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He’s the R&B sensation who rose to fame covering cuts by some of his favorite artists, and now- by way of Ne-Yo and Motown Records- this year marks the arrival of B Smyth.

With his debut album set for launch in the coming months, the 19 year old kicks his campaign off with the release of ‘Leggo‘, featuring ‘No Lie’ Rapper 2 Chainz.

We’re excited about him, so check out the video below and let us know if you are too…

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Guess who’s heading to the Brit Awards this month?

Yes, after ‘Kitty Kat’ singer Beyonce was named as one of the show’s many confirmed acts, ‘Suit & Tie‘ charmer Justin Timberlake has now been confirmed to join her at the British music ceremony.

Details below…

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