Our good friend Billy J over at Yahoo Music caught up with international star Kelly Rowland in Los Angeles last week. The Destiny’s Child alumni spoke on a number of topics including her forthcoming new LP, signing with Universal Motown, her new found sassiness, recording new track ‘Grown Ass Woman’, and much more. An awesome interview, I must say. Check it out below…

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Earlier this week, That Grape Juice were fortunate enough to catch up with R&B legend Toni Braxton at her plush hotel here in London. In what must be one of her most candid interviews yet, the ‘Unbreak My Heart’ singer, 42, spoke on everything from her new album ‘Pulse’, to ageism in the industry, album sales, bankruptcy, her impending divorce, Rihanna, Christina Aguilera, motherhood and much more! An awesome watch, I must say. Enjoy. (Part 1 – above / Part 2 – below)

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Don’t compare Christina Aguilera to anyone because she’s completely original. At least that’s what the singer claims to be in her latest interview in the May 17th edition of Billboard magazine. Aguilera had a lot to say about the constant comparisons being drawn between her and fellow Pop star Lady GaGa as well as why she isn’t inspired by making hit songs. Peep what she had to say below:

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T.I. made an appearance on ‘Larry King Live’ last evening. In what was his first major interview since his release from federal prison, the rapper discussed the events surrounding his arrest, the difficulties that he faced while in jail and even gave advice to callers who are facing similar situations. Check out the long yet informative clips below:

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Lady GaGa may not be a legend yet but she’s certainly in the presence of greatness. The blockbuster entertainer recently hit the stage with Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Shirley Bassey, Sting and Blondie to deliver a rousing performance of Journey’s classic ‘Don’t Stop Believing’ at the 21st anniversary gala of the New York Rainforest Foundation Fund. Check out the fan footage below:

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Mary J. Blige has been lined up to portray Jazz legend Nina Simone in a new film. The Cynthia Mort movie, ‘Nina‘, centres on Simone’s relationship with her assistant Clifton Henderson, who will be portrayed by David Oyelowo. Simone was an iconic musician and activist whose biggest hits included a covers of ‘I Loves You Porgy’ and ‘I Put A Spell On You’. {Source}

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Pop star Christina Aguilera sports a daring pair of Louboutins on the cover of the latest issue if Billboard Magazine. She looks great; proof, no doubt, that stripping down to her birthday suit isn’t always nescessary. Just saying…

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While on the promotional trail for her new LP ‘Flesh Tone’, Kelis revealed that she almost never made the album, after considering  quitting the music industry after the tumultuous recording and handling of her last LP, 2006’s ‘Kelis Was Here’.

More on her reasons for this after the jump…

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As Rihanna continues to trek across Europe on her ‘Last Girl On Earth’ tour, it may seem that the work on her next studio release has been put on pause. However, producer/songwriter Jim Beanz reveals that the project is full steam ahead. Check out what he had to say to MTV UK below:

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Check out this promotional image of Beyonce who will be participating in the Oxfam Curiosity Shop Celebrity Auction. The charity event takes play from May 13th to May 20th with all proceeds going to Oxfam.

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R&B fans better get their money in order because Maxwell has something that they’re going to want to see. The crooner has added 13 more shows to his 20-city tour with Jill Scott as well as two more supporting acts: Erykah Badu and Melanie Fiona. Badu and Fiona are expected to participate in selected tour dates with the Grammy Award-winner from June 11th. Check out the full list or shows (which is being hosted by Live Nation) below:

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Peep Christina Aguilera on the covers of both Latina magazine and Malaysia’s Galaxie. The singer – who manages to keep her clothes on for both shoots – is busy promoting her new material which the public has paid little attention to despite her overtly sexual video for ‘Not Myself Tonight’. Check out the 2nd cover below:

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