Here at That Grape Juice, we love all things R&B! So, fittingly, we’ve teamed up with DJ Ace – one of the UK’s most revered R&B connoisseurs and host of BBC 1Xtra‘s weekly series Everything RNB (which airs Sundays at 10pm).

Each week he’ll be rounding up his latest show and previewing what’s upcoming on the next episode. Right here on That Grape Juice.

Without further ado, check out the latest installment with DJ Ace below…

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Readers of That Grape Juice know how passionate we are about music – whether that be past or present.

However, unlike our other segments – Retro Rewind, TGJ Replay, and From The Vault – The Pop Stop is the most in-depth look at Pop songs that may have flown under the radar over the last week that you should know, rather they be from music’s biggest stars or those on the rise.

This week, we want to highlight cuts from James Bay, Jaden, Sam Williams, and Kevin Abstract.

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Jesy Nelson is getting candid.

The former Little Mix member has covered the latest issue of The Guardian.

Lensed by Perou the songstress appears in several striking looks.

However, she gives just as a compelling interview, where she discusses receiving hate online, leaving Little Mix, and her new single ‘Boyz.’ 

Peep pics and quotes below…

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If real-time iTunes charts determine if an artist has a hit on their hands, then Lorde‘s ‘Solar Power’ may very well be her next big-hit album.

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Rejoice Doja Cat #Kittens!

In news sure to drop jaws, the GRAMMY nominee has staged a stunning upset in the previously reported tight three-way race for next week’s Billboard 200 championship.

Thanks to an unexpected, mid-week surge in sales and streams, the ‘Kiss Me More’ hitmaker is puckering up to kiss the top of next week’s album charts!

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While the shock (and success) of Lil Nas X‘s March-released single, ‘Call Me By Your Name,’ has yet to wear off, the 22-year-old followed up with another whammy – the Jack Harlow-assisted ‘Industry Baby.’

As both songs continue to enjoy time in the Hot 100’s top 10 (as we reported here), the latter has – according to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) –  earned a new accolade for its ongoing chart triumphs.

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Saweetie‘s spent her entire career unashamedly reppin for the Bay Area, a stance she’s doubling down on with the assistance of fellow Bay beauty Kendra Jae on their joint single, ‘Seesaw.’

Following ‘Baby Mama Coochie,‘ ‘Talkin’ Bout,’and ‘Risky,’ ‘Seeaw’ comes latest lift from Saweetie’s ‘Pretty Summer Playlist, Vol. 1’ compilation EP – a project that sees the rapstress shine a spotlight on some of Urban music’s brightest rising talents.

Speaking on the venture, Jae said:

“Collaborating with Saweetie on ‘Seesaw’ came as a complete surprise, one that I will never forget! I created something that came from my real life experiences. Something that I was extremely passionate about that I felt needed to be shared with the world because I knew that there were such relatable emotions that women could connect with.”

Now accompanied by a Slater-directed music video, see and hear the sizzling ‘Seesaw’ inside:

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As the highly publicized R. Kelly trial for sex trafficking and racketeering rages on, more and more shocking details emerge from the courtroom.

Just a day after key witnesses alleged the GRAMMY winner impregnated and procured fake documents to marry late R&B singer Aaliyah before her 16th birthday (when he was nearly 30-years-old), the ‘I Believe I Can Fly’ singer’s physician of 25 years testified under oath he has been coping with genital herpes since before 2007.

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After launching one of Reebok’s most popular celebrity-endorsed campaigns to date, the sportswear brand’s love affair with ‘I Like It’ hitmaker Cardi B continues courtesy of a new announced collection that features clothing and footwear.

The new capsule, titled “Let Me Be…In My World,” is set for takeoff August 27 and boasts a variety of sneakers, athleisure-style pieces, and more.  With sizes ranging from 2XS to 4X and sneakers in both kids and women’s sizes, the new collection was inspired by B’s hometown of New York City.

Ahead of the apparel’s arrival on shelves, Cardi took her beloved fans – affectionately called #BardiGang – behind the scenes of its accompanying promotional photo shoot.

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R. Kelly‘s racketeering and sex trafficking trial has been underway for just one day and the bombshells are already dropping.

For, the singer’s former tour manager has testified that the singer allegedly impregnated Aaliyah when she was a minor.

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Check out Jesy Nelson!

The former Little Mix star glows on the cover of The Guardian‘s Weekend Magazine. 

Set to arrive on newsstands tomorrow (August 21), the feature spread will see the 30-year-old open up about her decision to depart the chart-topping band and her brand new chapter – which includes debut solo single ‘Boyz.’

Rumored to feature Nicki Minaj, the track – which has been teased in earnest – will serve as Nelson’s premiere release on Polydor / Republic Records.

Pending its arrival, peep more pics below…

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After a 20 year absence from the retail landscape, Aaliyah‘s music made a triumphant return to the marketplace today.

The icon’s label Blackground Records has relaunched and is rolling out her material incrementally.

First up is 1996’s smash hit LP ‘One In A Million’ and, based on its out-of-the-gate performance, it’s clear its title is exactly how the masses see the late singer.

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