With the buzz around ‘Friends: The Reunion’ still reverberating, Courteney Cox continued the celebration with a little help from chart-topper Ed Sheeran.
Together, the unlikely pair recreated “the” iconic dance Cox’s character Monica and her brother Ross performed on the episode The One.
Today’s From The Vault pick is a song that has undeniably etched itself deep in the minds of the masses 15 years ago.
This week’s selection is Amy Winehouse’s unapologetic single, ‘Rehab.’
While recording material for her sophomore set with Mark Ronson, Winehouse told him the story of that one time her dad tried to talk her into attending a rehabilitation center in a bid to overcome her alcohol addiction issues. Her producer friend was then inspired to turn that tale into a song.
Released as the lead single from legendary LP ‘Back To Black,’ ‘Rehab’ was the British belle’s breakthrough single. Already a critics darling on home soil, it transformed her into a global phenomenon and firm chart fixture. It reached the 7th position of the UK Singles Charts and peaked at #9 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Phil Griffin directed the song’s music video. It follows the songstress as she wakes up in the morning, attends a therapy session, and, eventually, ends up in rehab – contrary to the lyrics. She is constantly backed by her band throughout the various presented locations.
The visual was nominated for Video of the Year at the 2007 MTV Music Video Awards, but lost out to Rihanna’s blockbuster ‘Umbrella.’
15 years on, this track remains a bonafide classic. What’s more, Winehouse – fueled by songs such as ‘Rehab’ – is now considered amongst the best singers to have ever rocked the mic. Despite having a career that lasted less than a decade.
With this song and accompanying album, Winehouse brought back big bands and orchestras into the Pop landscape. And while many have tried their hand at that throwback sound, few subsequent offerings could match the potent potion of authenticity, rawness, and lyrical brilliance found in Winehouse’s work.
Timeless music for a timeless artist, Ms. Winehouse, we salute you in earnest.
For while some have hailed his unfiltered brand of expression, others have slammed it in earnest.
One person who is Team Montero, though, is none other than Nelly.
Speaking at the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Awards, he showered the 22-year-old with praise – both in an interview and directly when their paths crossed backstage.
Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt lead the action-adventure, which was originally due in theaters last summer.
Like many major titles, those plans were put on pause due to the pandemic.
Now, though, it’s all systems go and the flick will hit both theaters and Disney+ on July 30.
Inspired by the famous Disneyland theme park ride, the high-octane film relays the tale of a riverboat captain named Frank (Johnson).
He journeys into the Amazon with a scientist (Blunt) and her brother; together mounting a mission to find the Tree of Life which is believed to be the home of healing powers. Naturally, they encounter many wild twists and turns along the way.
Check out the extended trailer for ‘Jungle Cruise’, which also stars Edgar Ramirez, Jack Whitehall, Jesse Plemons, and Paul Giamatti, below…
Nicki Minaj is giving fans another glimpse at her baby boy.
The Rap royal and husband Kenneth Pettywelcomed the youngster last October and have maintained measured privacy when it comes to their journey as parents.
Still, in having a close relationship with her Barbs, Minaj has shared a super sweet clip of her 7-month-old son – who she affectionately calls Papa Bear.
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 Victoria Justice, Sigrid,Sarah Barrios, and Picture This.
While most VERZUZ battles have skewed more celebratory, Bow Wow appears to be taking the boxing match approach to his upcoming showdown with Soulja Boy.
The spar, which has been confirmed by Swizz Beatz, will see the 00s stars duke it out with their respective hits.
However, according to Bow Wow, Soulja Boy will have to rely on early tracks. For, he’s claiming that the MC’s well of hits has run dry.