Chart sensation Jessie J embraces her inner diva in this new ‘out there’ shoot for YRB magazine. The 23 year old recently talked to That Grape Juice about her next single, her sophomore album, career struggles and more. Click here to check out the interview.

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Can you guess who was spotted signing autographs in Indiana over the weekend? Find out after the jump…

Hint: Her new album has been “coming soon” for some time now.

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Via TMZ:

Hip-hop star Sean Kingston is in critical condition in a Miami Beach hospital after being injured in a bad jet skiing accident Sunday evening … TMZ has confirmed.

According to Local10.com, the “Beautiful Girls” singer had a female passenger on board his watercraft when it crashed into a bridge around 6 PM local time.

We’re told both Kingston and his passenger were rescued from the water by a good Samaritan.

The Miami Fire Dept. responded to the scene and both Kingston and his female passenger were transported to nearby Jackson Memorial Hospital. We’re told Kingston’s injuries are so severe, he is being treated in the trauma ward.

We’re told … at this moment, officials do not believe alcohol played a role in the crash.

Kingston’s rep tells TMZ …. “Sean Kingston was in an accident today. No further details are available at the moment. He and his family thank everyone for the well-wishes.”

Officials are investigating the cause of the crash.

Story developing …

Here’s hoping for a swift recovery.

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The state of her career may be out of control, but that didn’t stop Lil Kim from delivering a commanding performance at Zimbabwe’s ZarFest.

Channeling her inner Cobra Commander, the former jail bird treated fans to renditions of some of her much loved music from yester-year at the music festival which also saw performances by Ciara and Timbaland.

The ‘How Many Licks‘ performer’s feud with Pop sensation Nicki Minaj became a hot topic again this week when the lyricist Eve weighed in on the situation just days ago.

Check out more shots from the Queen Of PayPal below…

{ZAR Online / Zimbo Jam / Rap-Up}

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Never underestimate the power of the Monsters. For once again, Lady GaGa‘s legions of die hard fans have taken her straight to #1, this time on the Official UK Top 40 album Chart with her new album ‘Born This Way‘.

This marks another UK #1 album for the starlet who enjoyed the same feat with previous releases, ‘The Fame‘ and its sister album ‘The Fame Monster‘. Moreover, the feat sees the singer break British chart record.

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The year is 1999 and the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige is releasing her 4th studio album, the critically acclaimed (yet slightly underrated) ‘Mary’.

Classic in many a way, the LP’s lead single ‘All That I Can Say’ is the object of this week’s From The Vault.

The Lauryn Hill helmed track demonstrates, like oh so many others, that Ms Blige is undeniably a sensational songstress. While not as straight-forward and in-your-face as most of her signature hits (‘Real Love’, ‘Family Affair’, ‘Be Without You’), the laid-back groove still makes for an interesting listen. Mary shows that she is as comfortable using her lower register than she is belting high notes. Furthermore, the grittiness and overall rawness of her vocal here is a true testament to the genuinety the ‘No More Drama’ singer embeds in her music.

Released in the summer of ’99, a time when bubble-gum Pop was ruling the airwaves (Britney, Christina and co), this song never garnered the recognition it deserved. However, with its unashamed adult flavour and positive vibe, it really postmarked of Mary’s growth as an artist.

Mary, more feel-good songs like this on on ‘My Life II’, please!

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Do you hear Madonna or Michael Jackson on Lady GaGa‘s new album? Because she does.

The Pop eccentric made the interesting claim during an interview with Stephen Fry for the Financial Times. In the insightful feature, she also discusses money meaning nothing to her, her fans and more.

Excerpts after the jump…

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Chris Brown declared “fans are my everything” on his ‘F.A.M.E’ LP; and during a set at Miami’s Springfest last night was eager to show and prove.

Indeed, while performing the sensual ‘Take You Down‘, the 22 year old pulled a fan on stage with him, treating her to a…erm…full-on lap-dance, as well as a kiss.

All the action after the jump…

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Check out Rihanna doing what she does best – posing. The Nivea Spokesmodel covers Cosmopolitan‘s June issue and looks stunning as she does so.

In other Ms. Fenty news, her ‘Loud Tour’ is gearing up for lift-off next month. Sponsors will no doubt be hoping sales pick up for the US leg of the trek, which saw cancelled dates and slow ticket sales earlier this year. Riddle me this; why do Ri’s fans keep her trending on Twitter, but don’t buy her albums or tour tickets?

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R&B star Keri Hilson is set to hit London in a big way in June and That Grape Juice are giving you the chance to party it up with the ‘Pretty Girl Rock’ singer!

The Grammy nominee is hosting an EXCLUSIVE bash at trendy Merah to celebrate her arrival on June 3rd. You could be there with her; all you need to do is answer the following question correctly:

Keri Hilson’s latest single features who?

a) Nelly
b) Chris Brown
c) Kanye West

Submit your answer, along with your name, age, address, and telephone number to the address below. Please be sure to title entry ‘Keri Party Comp’:

competitions@thatgrapejuice.net

All entries must be received by Tuesday 31st May

Good Luck!

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The stunning Braxton sisters gathered at Occidental Studios, Los Angeles last night for the ‘Braxton Family Values’ Reunion Special.

Hosted by Wendy Williams, the show will reflect on the stand-out moments from the hit series – which was recently renewed for a second season.

Peep pics of Toni, Tamar, Towanda, Trina, Traci, and Momma Evelyn below..

TidbitClick here to check out our recent interview with Tamar Braxton.

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Pop starlet Nicole Scherzinger flaunted her X Factor this weekend at a private Hugo Boss function. As well as performing her own catalogue of material, she took a shot British belter Adele‘s ‘Rolling In The Deep’.

With the singer currently an unstoppable chart force at the moment, it’s natural Scherzinger’s version will get the magnifying glass treatment. Find out how she fared after the jump…

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