Check out modern R&B pioneer Mary J. Blige posing it up in a new promotional pic. The regal shot is the first to be released in support of the singer’s forthcoming LP ‘My Life II: The Journey Continues’ (due October).

All hail the Queen…but, my goodness, that wig…

Still, we love us some Mary some. Bring on the album already! We hear she hit the studio this week with hitmaker Rico Love. Here’s hoping he laced her up with some much needed chart-toppers. For, as renown and respected as she may be, the industry is proving to be ever-fickle. And with Ms. Blige now part of the over-40’s club, it’s unfortunately already set to be an uphill battle – one time and huge gaps between singles isn’t looking to help.

That said, we’re rooting for you, Mary!

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Get familiar with a snippet of David Guetta‘s latest release, ‘Night Of Your Life‘ featuring Jennifer Hudson.

Expected to be released in full in coming weeks, the track features on the producer’s upcoming LP which also holds collaborations with the likes of Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown.

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The last few hours proved to be a difficult time for Nicki Minaj with the surfacing of a police call made during her assault some weeks ago.

However, it seemed nothing could stop the Rapper from delivering a show stopping performance moments ago at ‘Good Morning America‘.

Watch below…

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Following news that she may have just signed a new lucrative recording contract, fans of singer/actress Brandy will be pleased to know that she has been confirmed to star in a celebrated television series.

Find out more below…

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Pop stunner Nicole Scherzinger seems to be leaving no stone unturned with the promo efforts for new US single ‘Right There’. Following a string of high-profile performance, the X Factor USA judge brought her brand of fierce to the ‘Lopez Tonight’ stage last night. The 33 year old also sat down to chat about the show and her exciting new role.

Peep Ms. Scherzinger in action below…

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It’s that time again! That Grape Juice wants to see what you all are listening to. Which 5 tracks have you got on constant rotation at the moment?

Remember, it doesn’t have to be limited to Urban music; could be something new, Throwback, religious, even something you made yourself! Drop a comment in the comments section. Ours are below – in no particular order:

1) Feeling Me Right Now – Kelly Rowland
2) I Need You Now – Smokie Norful
3) Make Love Into The Night – Usher
4) Make It Work – Ne-Yo
5) Love On Top – Beyonce

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

As excitement builds towards the season premiere of the X Factor UK, ITV have released promotional shots of the show’s judges.

Leading the pack is R&B/Dance diva Kelly Rowland – who, together with Tulissa Contostavlos and Take That’s Gary Barlow – is one of three new judges on the UK’s most popular show.

The new series the X Factor UK kick off on August 20th on ITV1. You ready?

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Chris Brown‘s comeback campaign shows no sign of slowing. Indeed, despite being a fixture on charts and countdown’s globally, the 22 year old returns to the format which facilitated his ‘return’ – the mixtape.

His third free effort to date, ‘Boy In Detention’ sees Brown ditch his playful flirtation with Hip-Hop, replacing it with a full-fledge rap effort.

Released today, the set features unique spin’s on Drake’s ‘Marvin’s Room’, Big Sean’s ‘My Last’, among other cuts.

Take a listen (and download) below…

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Pop starlets The Saturdays get ‘All Fired Up’ on the latest single to from their third studio album (due November). The high-octane is set for release on September 4th, with its accompanying video due anytime now.

So as to tide fans over, Rochelle, Una, Vanessa, and co have released an official teaser for the clip.

Check it out after the jump…

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In what is already heating up all corners of the net (despite surfacing moments ago), the 911 called made by a member of staff at the hotel where Rap performer Nicki Minaj was assaulted weeks ago has surfaced.

To refresh your memory as to what happened click here, and to hear the police call just listen below…

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R&B heartthrob Trey Songz is the first of (assuredly) many remixes to surface of Drake‘s latest endeavor Headlines.  In the track, the  ‘Say Aah’ singer had much to say about headlines circling his own name – including rumors on his sexuality, dating life, and everyone’s favorite topic, the “haters”.

We’ll let you decide if the ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ star kills the track  – in a good or bad way.  Take a listen after the jump:

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Get a look at what newly named Empress Kelly Rowland is serving in her sizzling VIBE spread.  Released shortly before the singer’s 3rd studio album ‘Here I Am’ hit stores, the ‘Work’ singer is seen putting in just that in the mag photos (which you can see below).

Get into Miss Kelly’s VIBE (thanks to HKAccess):

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