In somewhat of a surprise move, Clive Davis’ Annual Pre-Grammy Gala did indeed take place last night following the untimely death of Davis’ protégé, Whitney Houston – just hours prior.

The likes of LA Reid, Ciara, Kelly Rowland, and Diana Ross, were among those in attendance at the industry celebration; one producers insisted should go on – as it’s “what Whitney would have wanted”. A nod, it seems, to the age old Hollywood adage “the show must go on”.

Granted Whitney’s body was still at the very same venue (the Beverly Hilton Hotel), I can’t say it’s a sentiment we share.

Check out pics from what became a very sombre event below…

Images: FayesVision/WENN.com

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The untimely death of Whitney Houston this evening has sent shockwaves the world over.

Read what the late star’s industry contemporaries had to say about the numbingly tragic events below…

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In response to the tragic passing of Whitney Houston, her former collaborator and long time friend Mariah Carey has shared her thoughts on the news via Twitter today.

Her comments below…

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In what can only be described as a major tragedy, Pop icon Whitney Houston has died today.

Updated:

According to USA Today, Houston’s publicist has confirmed her death.

From everyone here at That Grape Juice, we will always love and miss you.

Whitney Elizabeth Houston

1963 – Forever

Rest In Peace

Looks like it was literally a pink friday for ‘Last Friday Night’ singer Katy Perry.  Donning a flowing Alexis Mabille couture dress and Christian Louboutin, the pop eccentric was billed to tribute Sir Paul McCartney at the 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year Tribute (singing Beatles’ hit ‘Hey Jude’) last night. The L.A. Convention Center-hosted bash also guested music stars Corinne Bailey Rae, India Aire, and Alicia Keys who, like Perry, signed on for entertainment duties at the esteemed gala.

The event certainly comes as one of many both Keys and Perry are readying for as both have been confirmed performers at the 54th annual Grammy Awards airing tomorrow night!  Until their highly anticipated showings, get into the ladies below:

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Ever keen on keeping the masses abreast of fresh and often underrated talent, That Grape Juice presents ‘The Spill’ – a renewed look at not-so-new, yet active, acts.  Much like its ‘Freshly Squeezed’ sister segment, this assay aims to put the magnifying glass on talents who may not appeal to the buying public on a broad scale yet are still serving material that could easily spin side-by-side with some of today’s top hits.

Covering a kaleidoscope of genres, ‘The Spill’ is set to feature some names you probably know and love as well as some you’ll (soon) be glad to know.

Our inaugural entry comes as Kimbra Johnson, known simply as Kimbra.  This New Zealand belle, whose funky fusion of jazz, pop, and ska, sees her provide surprisingly refreshing tastes of a multi-genre mashup – a musical casserole if you will.

The 21-year-old’s debut album ‘Vows’ made a splash on New Zealand and Australia charts in the fall of 2011 with its repackaged lead single ‘Settle Down’ (seen below).  Accompanied by singles ‘Cameo Lover’ and ‘Good Intent’, the eclectic chanteuse saw her U.S. fanbase get a major boost after the latter’s inclusion on hit TV show Grey’s Anatomy.

Catch Kimbra on the up-and-up with ‘Settle Down’:

Click here for more on Kimbra!

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Estelle is in a cocky mood.

Indeed, on her latest cut ‘International’ featuring Chris Brown and Trey Songz, the ‘1980’ belle gets all kinds of bragadocious in support of her new album ‘All Of Me‘.

Listen up below…

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After months of anticipation, Melanie Fiona‘s new album ‘,The MF Life‘, will hit stores March 27th, following the release of the well received ‘4 Am‘.

Now peep the LP’s official track list below, along with Fiona’s thoughts on tomorrow night’s Grammy Awards….

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The 54th Annual Grammy Awards will be airing live from Los Angeles’ Staples Center tomorrow on CBS.

An action packed bill, the show will feature performances from the industry’s brightest stars including Chris Brown, Rihanna, Coldplay, Nicki Minaj, Katy Perry, Adele and more.

Also set to take to the stage (in a non-performing capacity) is icon Diana Ross, who will be honoured for her musical efforts over the last 50 years.

Want to keep up with it all?

As ever, we’ve got you covered! That Grape Juice will be providing live on-the-minute updates from the event including news, commentary and, of course, all of the performances – moments after they’ve aired! Expect four main areas:

Red Carpet Arrivals

Continuously uploaded shots of all the red carpet arrivals.

Your Shout!

Here you’ll be able to express your thoughts on everything related to the Grammy Awards; from rumours to spoliers and, of course, the actual show – as it’s all taking place. Anything and everything goes; randomness, observations, ‘WTF!’ moments and all that jazz. A live pre-show stream also be available!

Performances

All the show’s performances minutes after they’ve aired. Long-time Grape Juice’ers will know what we mean! We don’t play when it comes to giving you your instant fill!

Twitter Commentary

Be sure to follow That Grape Juice on Twitter for our commentary on the show. As ever, we will be -for one night only-  sharing our uncensored thoughts throughout the event.

Click here to follow That Grape Juice on Twitter!

So for ‘net’s most thorough live coverage of music’s biggest night be sure to keep it locked on

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Get right into this commercial for Nickelodeon’s 2012 ‘Kid’s Choice Awards‘, starring Will Smith and Ice Age: Continental Drift star, Nicki Minaj.

Airing live  on March 31st, the show will be hosted Smith and will features performances and appearances by Minaj, Willow Smith and  Justin Bieber, to name three.

Watch below…

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With over 2 million copies sold worldwide, multiple Grammy nominations and a plethora of top ten singles, Nicki Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday‘ is undoubtedly one of Pop’s more groundbreaking debuts.

So in honor of the LP, the hit show Glee are to tribute its material in an upcoming episode, two months before she releases its follow up, ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’.

Details below…

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Over the years, Clive Davis‘ Pre-Grammy Gala has become as much of a must-see as the Grammy’s itself. A trend which looks set to continue this year with Brandy and Monica‘s stage return. 

The powerhouse duo are set to take to the stage together at tonight’s event to perform their global smash ‘The Boy Is Mine‘, along with new single ‘It All Belongs To Me’.

Take trip down memory lane with the R&B diva’s below…

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