Earlier this week, the news that Monica‘s ‘New Life‘ release date had been pushed back upset and confused many of her supporters who had been looking forward its arrival in December.

Today, the LP’s newly appointed arrival date was confirmed.

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Last week, Rihanna‘s smash hit single ‘We Found Love‘ shot to the top spot of the United World Track Chart after the release of its generally well received video.

Now, following the trend of many a generic dance number, the cut has lost its position as the highest selling single in the world, despite currently being #1 in the US.

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Check out the sneak peek for Katy Perry’s upcoming video, ‘The One That Got Away‘.

Expected to debut in its entirety on November 11th, the clip sees the singer take on a more reflective tone and was directed by famed creator Floria Sigismondi.

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A renown diva, Kanye West lived up to his billing last night during a recent stop on his and Jay-Z‘s ‘Watch The Throne Tour’.

While performing ‘All of the Lights’ (in a skirt), the lighting technicians ironically missed their cue, leading to a clearly annoyed West restarting the performance – not once, but twice.

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As the release of JLS’ ‘Jukebox’ draws nearer, a new cut from the LP has surfaced in the form ‘Teach Me How To Dance’.

Produced by RedOne, the high-octane finds them group in familiar territory. See what we mean after the jump…

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As jurors deliberate the fate of the man accused of killing her brother Michael, Janet Jackson returned to Australia this week to resume her sold-out ‘Number Ones’ tour.

Greeted by a horde of her ever-loyal fans, the superstar engaged with them before heading back her hotel ahead of her next show in the country.

The worldwide trek finally has its curtain call in February next year; which couldn’t come sooner if you ask us. This tour was necessary in that it allowed her to re-build relationships with promoters following the drama caused by the ill-fated ‘Rock Witchu’ trek. What’s more, it also enabled her to rebuild her international presence. However, it’s quite simply time to move on.

At 45, as phenomenal as she looks, she faces an uphill struggle. A struggle which ultimately becomes that much steeper with every year she delays a return to the studio. For, as much as we despise the industry age bias, it’s there – alive and kicking. One needn’t look further than mainstream radio, iTunes, and the Billboard Hot 100, for proof.

Then again, who’s to say Ms. Jackson even wants to be the chart-topping force her fans so wish her to be (again). After all, there’s more money in touring, and this jaunt has re-raised her stock as a high-grossing travelling act.

If that is indeed the case, I’m going to need Janet to stop teasing us with news of “new music”, so as for me to lay certain day-dreams of mine to rest.

You know, the ones where she re-teams Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, and Darkchild. The ones where she hires a new choreographer (or at least gets help with the current one). The ones where she looks at the success of Madonna‘s latter career and takes note. The one where she remembers she can actually sing, and returns to projecting her voice instead of whispering. The one where she signs with a major label who fully believe in and back her. And the one where she realises that the market-place is different today and it’s increasingly difficult to rest on the laurels of who you were. A boy can dream, ay….

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With all eyes on whether Rihanna will walk that walk with the sales of her new album ‘Talk That Talk’, the model has aided her cause by launching her own webisode series this week.

While its last episode focussed on the The-Dream‘s contribution to her latest array of nursery rhymes, this latest chronicles her recent trip to London, where she freely rode our Underground subway in a well-organised PR stunt.

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Back in the UK after suffering what can only be described as a well publicized cold,  a revitalized Kelly Rowland shimmered at the 2011 Cosmopolitan Women Of The Year Awards in London last night.

Armed with a pink dress and her now trademark style, her appearance at the ceremony comes just hours after she sat down with That Grape Juice to discuss her role on the  X Factor UK, new music and future plans.

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The stars were out in full force tonight to attend the Alicia Keys-hosted 8th annual ‘Keep A Child Alive’ Black Ball, held at New York’s Hammerstein Ballroom.  The star studded event, with previous years’ guest lists boasting names like Whitney Houston, Beyonce, and more, included appearances and performances from the likes of Will.I.am, Tyra Banks, Serena Williams, Mary J. Blige, Usher, and Mrs. Beatz herself (among others).

This year’s ‘Ball’, which honored late Beatle George Harrison, benefits Keys’ Keep A Child Alive foundation.  See more photos below:

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Lambs and beliebers jointly rejoiced when news arose of teen pop sensation Justin Bieber joining forces with pop icon Mariah Carey to rework her ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ hit.  While we’ve already treated you to your first listen, photos have now surfaced of the diva on set of the accompanying visual (set to debut in the coming weeks).

Pic via MariahJournal

Keep it locked to That Grape Juice for your first peek at the finished product!

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As reported here, ‘Superwoman’ singer Alicia Keys has seen herself named in many-a-headline for her recent charitable efforts.  Besides her recent partnering with Western Union for ‘The World of Betters’, the singer reprises her role as host of the annual Keep A Child Alive ‘Black Ball’ affair (November 3).

The star studded event, with previous guest list boasting singers Whitney Houston, Beyonce, and more, will include appearances and performances from the likes of Will.I.am, Jay Sean, Mary J. Blige, Usher, Norah Jones, and Mrs. Beatz herself (among others).  This year’s ‘Ball’ is set to honor late Beatle George Harrison and benefit Keys’ Keep A Child Alive foundation.

Fresh from taking the stage at her alma mater to donate instruments to the school’s students earlier this week, the songstress spoke with MTV about the event and what attendees can expect:

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Little monsters everywhere are undoubtedly giving thanks as news circulates that famed news anchor Katie Couric will be joining ‘Poker Face’ performer Lady Gaga for an ABC Thanksgiving special.  Fans may know the songstress for cooking up controversy and Billboard hits alike, but now she is readying fans for a taste of something different – her cooking.

Serving up performances of her smash singles ‘Edge of Glory’, ‘You and I’, and ‘Marry the Night’, the songstress is also expected to duet with Tony Bennett on their remake of ‘The Lady Is a Tramp’. Insert a visit to her alma mater (Sacred Heart Catholic School) and entertainment like only Ms Germanotta can provide and you have  “A Very Gaga Thanksgiving”.

While we’re hoping the leftovers from her infamous meat dress are not on the menu, you can tune in to catch the 90-minutes special on November 24 at 9:30 p.m EST.

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