GRAMMY-winning music superstar Lil Nas X may have started 2024 on a sour note thanks to the ill-reception to his January-released, backlash-inducing ‘J Christ,’ but he’s determined to end the year strong.

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Despite meeting industry analysts’ first-week sales predictions, Lil Uzi Vert‘s fourth studio album – ‘Eternal Atake 2‘ – still didn’t pack enough punch to dethrone Tyler, the Creator and his Billboard 200-reigning LP ‘Chromakopia.’

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Durand Bernarr has long been blazing a trail with his electrifying brand of R&B.

And his heat streak is growing more scorching with each release.

An inimitable titan of talent, the star is shining brighter than ever after earning his first GRAMMY nomination for his project, ‘En Route.’ 

The eclectic set is up for Best Progressive R&B Album at the 2025 GRAMMYs and is considered amongst many to be a favorite.

Toasting an incredible year and reaffirming why he serves as one of R&B’s most commanding performers, Bernarr takes center stage on That Grape Juice Live.

Backed by a full band, Bernarr wowed with a must-see live set comprised of ‘GPS,’ ‘Mango Butter,’ Here; Gone,’ and a cover of Laila!’s ‘Not My Problem.’

Watch the performances above and below…

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Is Ciara ready to “1, 2 Step” to baby #5 with footballer husband Russell Wilson?

Quotes from the singer’s recent appearance on ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show‘ suggests the answer is a resounding…”maybe.”

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Shaboozey‘s breakout hit, ‘A Bar Song,’ has raised the Hot 100 bar again thanks to another week at #1 on the coveted count.

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Just hours after learning they were up for multiple GRAMMYS at the ceremony’s 2025 iteration, female Rap sensations GloRilla and Doechii were giving acceptance speeches at the 2024 Give Her FlowHERS Awards presented by Femme It Forward and Live Nation on Friday night (November 8).

Two of many music superstars honored at the Saweetie-hosted gala, the event also saw the achievements of Jill Scott, Chloe Bailey, Halle Bailey, Snoop Dogg and his wife Shante Broadus toasted.

Look inside for highlights of how the night’s honorees rocked the Beverly Hilton Hotel’s ballroom for Femme It Forward’s third annual gala and fundraiser.

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Before stunning 2024 MTV EMAs viewers with the award show debut performance of her latest single ‘Push 2 Start‘ on Sunday night (November 10), Tyla dropped jaws on the event’s red carpet in a gorgeous vintage Robert Cavalli gown.

Social media sleuths were quick to recognize its design was a clear nod to the tiger-print dress donned by late R&B princess Aaliyah on the carpet of the 2000 MTV VMAs.

And while fans around the globe praised the fashion splash made by the ‘Water‘ hitmaker (born Tyla Laura Seethal), she got a particularly special shout out from an unexpected source: Aaliyah’s brother Rashad Haughton.

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That’s all folks; the credits have rolled on this year’s MTV EMAs.

Broadcast from the Co-op Live in Manchester, United Kingdom on November 10, the 2024 iteration of the annual extravaganza was hosted by Rita Ora and brought with it performances from the likes of Tyla, Benson Boone, Shawn Mendes, RAYE, Teddy Swims, and more (as reported here).

Head inside to see who walked away with the night’s biggest stars – its coveted trophies! The full winner’s list awaits:

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After much ado and high anticipation, the Rita Ora-hosted 2024 MTV Video Music Awards aired live from the Co-Op Live in Manchester, England on November 10.

As always, That Grape Juice is providing you with a recap of the performances!

Hop inside to check out showings from RAYE, Tyla, Busta Rhymes, Peso Pluma, Teddy Swims, Benson Boone, Shawn Mendes, and more!

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Nelly and Kelly Rowland fans were sent into an unexpected frenzy on Saturday night (November 9) once word broke the two reunited to perform their chart-topping 2002 smash ‘Dilemma.’

Tag teaming at the 2024 Baby2Baby Gala, snippets of the touching performance were captured by celebrity attendees Jenna Dewan and Chrissy Teigen.

“Since I have an angel up here, since I have a Baby2Baby representative, I think it’s only right since I had this request from everybody that, you know, we work some magic and… thank you for joining me up here and making this happen one time,” Nelly said motioning Rowland to the stage.

Garnering a thunderous applause from celebrity onlookers like Ashanti, Katy Perry, Paris Hilton, and more, look inside to see Kelly and Nelly prove they’ve still got it over 20 years later.

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Rapper-turned-reality star and celebrity chef Trick Daddy whipped up quite the controversy on social media over the weekend thanks to his hot take on racial identity.

At a time where conversations around culture and social politics are boiling (due in great part to the results of last week’s U.S. presidential election that saw the first woman of color candidate Kamala Harris defeated by political polarizer Donald Trump), the emcee’s comments struck a sour note with many.

See his headline-grabbing statement inside.

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With the November 15 arrival of their anxiously awaited debut album, ‘All Access Areas,’ looming, expect to see much of FLO on screens in the coming days.

The latest of such moments comes courtesy of the official music video for the project’s title track ‘AAA.’

“So let’s explore / Come take a tour / Access all areas / Tonight, it’s yours / Don’t waste no time / Waiting at the door / Access all areas / I’ll give you more, more,” members Stella, Renée, and Jorja wail in the chorus.

Featuring prominent nods to Teena Marie‘s 1981 classic ‘Portuguese Love,’ ‘AAA’ is just the newest taste of what the girls’ growing fan base expect from ‘Access’ as it follows previous releases ‘Walk Like This,’  ‘Check,’ ‘Caught Up,’ and ‘Bending My Rules.’

To whet appetites and amplify said expectations, the trio have also unlocked the LP’s official tracklist which lists big names like Cynthia Erivo and GloRilla among its guests.

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