Guess which multiplatinum diva rocked the house in this sexy purple number in concert last night?

Hint:  She has a new album coming this year and has made headlines in the past for working with L.A. Reid.

Find out who below:

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The ROC just got a whole lot bigger.

That is- if a report by our friends over at XXL is anything to go by. For, earlier on today, the publication reported news that will have Shakira fans buzzing and beaming the world over.

She has allegedly signed to Jay Z‘s Roc Nation.

Details below…

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While certains sects of the media try to chew, dissect, and dismantle the unshakable greatness of Whitney Houston, here at That Grape Juice we opt instead to celebrate her life; one which touched so many.

And while the world in unison mourns her passing, the star’s transition will resonate with none more so than her mother, gospel singer Cissy Houston.

An ever-present rock for Whitney in life, Cissy’s potent letter to her daughter (as published in the booklet for her ‘Home Going’),  tells of a love death can’t diminish.

Cissy’s touching words below…

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Since bursting onto the scene 15 years ago as a staple member of Destiny Child, Kelly Rowland has told anyone who’ll listen that Whitney Houston is her idol.

As such, the legend’s passing on her birthday was sure to have a profound effect on the 31 year old.

In her mourning, the ‘Motivation’ singer has chosen to celebrate Houston’s life through song, performing ‘The Greatest Love Of All’ at last night’s Power of Love Gala, before tributing the late star again while performing at Club Papi Factory.

Watch Ms. Rowland honor her hero with the classic ‘How Will I Know’ below…

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Today, as part of her birthday celebrations, Rihanna amazed commuters on London’s underground by taking an impromptu train ride.

Casually dressed and greeted by hoards of fans, this marks the second time the performer has taken the underground system in the last few months, after doing the same during her sell out ‘Loud Tour‘.

All the fun below…

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While the current incarnation of the Sugababes insist they’re simply on “hiatus”, the thin string which held their charade together continues to come undone.

For, following confirmation that the original line-up have reformed, as well as the embarrassing axe of “comeback” single ‘Freedom’, it has now been revealed that yet another member of the struggling trio are aiming for higher ground – solo.

Details after the jump….

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Any following the career of Pop Czar  Nicki Minaj knows her journey to the top has been grueling- to say the least.

From being signed and dropped to several labels, working New York’s underground Hip Hop scene to becoming one of Pop’s highest selling newbies, Minaj and her team have come along way over the last few years.

Now peep this never before seen clip of the Rapper, reportedly shot circa 2006/2007 during her days as the first lady of ‘Dirty Money’ – not to be confused with Diddy’s group of the same name.

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Having been shut out from all the major categories at the Grammy Awards last week, the team behind Pop force Rihanna channeling their energies into her next studio release.

Set to serve as her 7th release in as many years, recording has reportedly begun for the as yet untitled project.

Details after the jump…

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That Grape Juice are pleased to announce that Alexandra Burke will kick off the promotional push for new single ‘Elephant’ live on The Splash!

Filmed last week at a top West London studio, Burke’s soaring set saw her put a unique spin on the mammoth track, as well as serve up a stellar take on a much-loved classic. This is one episode of The Splash you are not gonna want to to miss!

Keep it locked on That Grape Juice for the premiere of The Splash presents…Alexandra Burke!

Photo credit: Seye Isikalu / That Grape Juice

Divine Brown eat your heart out!

Indeed, rocking a look only a Belle Du Jour could love, Rihanna caused a scene in the UK  last night, mobbed by fans upon leaving her central London hotel.

Snapped hours before celebrating her 24th birthday, the star stopped to sign autographs and pose for and with members of her ‘Navy‘, weeks before releasing the video for ‘Talk That Talk‘ in support of its LP of the same name.

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Get right into these snaps of Rita Ora, taken at a London Fashion Week event last night.

Spotted at the Vivienne Westwood  show, the Albanian bombshell turned up at the event shortly after celebrating her first UK #1 single, with DJ Fresh‘s ‘Hot Right Now’, sporting a Grey pantsuit and a pair of leopard Louboutins.

This, months before she releases her debut LP, featuring cuts penned by Drake, Stargate and if reports are to be believed- Esther Dean.

More pics below…

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Statistics at the ready!

Earlier on today, MTV released their latest list  ‘Hottest MCs In The Game‘, made up of Rap more influential acts.

Without further delay, find out where your favorite lyricist ranked below…

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