For decades, the music industry has found itself accused of having a biased against acts of ethnic origin, whose ideas are shunned and billed unappealing when fronted by themselves, but embraced and welcomed when ‘borrowed’ by their more ‘traditional’ counterparts.

Today, as he begins work on his latest studio album, Justin Bieber is accused of using Hip Hop culture to further his career by ‘Original Man‘ Lord Jamar, who accuses the star of glorifying a culture rappers are oft penalised for embracing to appear edgy to his core audience.

His words below…

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After unleashing the visual treat that was ‘Tropico’ last year, Lana Del Rey turns her attention to her second studio album this year, whipping up a buzz the release by announcing the name of its lead single!

New music news below…

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Love Aaliyah? Partial to a little Beyonce? Got a thing for Rihanna?

If so, allow us to introduce you to the JAZMIN sisters, a four-piece Urban Pop force set for world domination!

Hailing from the city of angels and armed with the hit-making muscle that is Midi Mafia, responsible for 50 Cent‘s ‘21 Questions’, Frank Ocean‘s ‘Swim Good’ and his ‘Channel Orange’ effort, ‘Bad Religion.’

Now, ever eager to shed light on the best pieces of R&B’s ever popping puzzle, you can now spin the ladies’ ‘90’s Baby’ EP right here on That Grape Juice.Net via our pals at ‘VIBE.’

Ready for something new?

Press play below!

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Their split may have seen them lose interest in each other, but it’s become quite apparent that exes Jennifer Lopez and ‘Big Homie’ star Diddy have more common than their respective fan bases were aware of…until this week.

One of these common interests? The acquisition of the ‘Madison Square Gardens‘ company’s ‘Fuse‘ music network, which saw the pair engage in a bidding battle to claim ownership of the business.

Who won?

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‘The Belle of St.Mark‘ maestro Prince has announced the arrival of his very own publishing company today, splitting with former publishers ‘Universal Music Publishing.’

Details on his latest move below…

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Together, Destiny’s Child were quite the force. Solo, the ladies are re-writing the girl-group narrative by each enjoying success in their individual lanes.

Since the group split, Michelle Williams has gone on to achieve ample acclaim as a Gospel artist and a Broadway star – appearing in theatrical hits such as ‘The Color Purple’, ‘Chicago’, and ‘Fela!‘

Today the vocal powerhouse  adds yet another major production to her list – when it was announced that she’ll be embarking on a 50-date tour as a lead in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’.

Details below…

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Kelly Rowland certainly knows how to keep busy.

Currently hard at work on a new album, which – as reported – will be released by a new record label, the R&B diva took a brief break recently to perform at Universal Orlando as part of the Mardi Gras festivities.

Watch below as Ms. Kelly rocks the crowd with hits such as ‘Motivation’, ‘Ice’, and ‘Like This’, and ‘When Love Takes Over’.

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After cutting ties with member Prodigy last year, R&B quartet Mindless Behaviour have pressed on their bid for world domination this year, announcing the arrival of a brand new member brought onto replace the entertainer.

Ready to meet the ‘new edition’?

Pop open the lid below!

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Keyshia Cole may have earmarked Summer as the release window for her sixth studio album, yet she’s wasting no time heating up the Spring with her two comeback singles.

As reported ‘Rick James’ and ‘Next Time (Won’t Give My Love Away)’ serve as the dual first offerings from Cole’s ‘Point Of No Return’ LP.

This week saw the R&B belter shoot the videos for both singles. Having already teased the clip for ‘Rick’, today saw the star give fans a sneak peek at the visual for ‘Next Time’. Peep pics and footage above and below..

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Pop force Katy Perry continues to live up to that billing with her latest album ‘Prism’.

The Platinum selling project has thus far spawned three hits and looks poised to deliver a fourth in the form of next release ‘Birthday’.

To whip up buzz, the 29-year-old old urged fans to trend #Birthday on Twitter to “unlock” its accompanying cover.

Needless to say, the star’s legions of KatyKats did just that. Peep the artwork above and listen to the song below…

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Given the pronounced promo push behind Lady GaGa‘s ‘ARTPOP’ LP of late, one would be forgiven for forgetting that the project actually arrived last November.

Indeed, recent weeks have brought with it an epic new video, iTunes banners, and TV interviews aplenty.

Now, it has been announced that Mother Monster will again assert her presence – this time with help from MTV and Logo.

Details below…

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Check out Beyonce!

The premium diva may have wrapped her blockbuster ‘Mrs Carter Show World Tour’, yet she still commands the eyes and ears of the masses – thanks to her chart-topping tunes and her social media hustle.

Taking to Tumblr tonight, the ‘Drunk In Love’ hitmaker shared the shot of herself rocking this eye-grabbing ensemble.

Whatever she’s dressed in, we’re just eager to see Yonce’s next musical move. With her tour wrapped, does the “free time” signal the start of more traditional promo? Is there a new tour on the horizon (seems odd only Europe would get the ‘Beyonce’ live treatment)? Or, shock horror, is she really taking a…break? Time will tell.

Your thoughts?