Olivia Rodrigo is getting candid.

For, Pop music’s newest sensation sat down with Zach Sang, where she did not hold back. In particular, she talked about getting approval from Taylor Swift to use her song ‘New Year’s Day’ as a sample for her own track, ‘1 Step Forward, 3 Steps Back.’

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25 is a major milestone for most. Yet, few can boast the level of love from legends Normani is receiving on her special day.

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As dedication to eras goes, few in the contemporary climate can rival the persistence of Dua Lipa and her ‘Future Nostalgia’ campaign.

It’s been almost a year and a half since the Pop star unleashed the hit-filled LP and she’s not taking her pedal off the metal.

Because the British belle has announced the project’s next single.

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Tamar Braxton has weathered several storms and is projecting light in surprising directions.

Five years have passed since the singer’s acrimonious departure from ‘The Real’ and, as covered here on That Grape Juice, the fiery fall-out saw her take aim at a number of her co-stars – citing backbiting and betrayal.

Now, though, the songbird is singing a different tune. One that’s much more positive.

Full story, including news of Braxton’s two new albums, below…

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Mere days after the release of DMX‘s final album ‘Exodus,’ executive producer Swizz Beatz is on the promotional trail for the project.

One such stop, was a stop The Breakfast Club, where he revealed if there will be a second posthumous album from the famed rapper or not.

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Willow Smith is rocking out in the latest set of visuals for her song, ‘Transparent Soul.’ 

The clip sees the singer on stage before she winds her way through the crowd, where she meets a mysterious figure. She goes on to make an emotion connection with it and it follows her out of the club.

Smith unleashed the song earlier this month. The track features Travis Barker of Blink-182 fame.

‘Transparent Soul’ will appear on her upcoming album, which is set to feature various collaborations.

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New music from Ed Sheeran is on the way!

The global sensation sat down with BBC Radio 1, where he discussed the lead single from his upcoming album and revealed more details about the music video.

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‘Pose’ has reached the climax of its third and final season,

The Emmy-winning FX series, which spotlights the LGBTQ ballroom scene of the 80s and 90s, has been met with rapturous applause since its debut. And its swansong is proving a must-see.

With the captivating series having already covered such resonating ground, its creators Ryan Murphy and Steven Canals have delivered on their promise of deeper delving into the various challenges faced by Blanca, Electra, PrayTell, and Angel during ‘Pose’s penultimate run.

Check out a sneak peek preview of the FINAL ever episode of ‘Pose’ before it airs below…

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Tamar Braxton showed up and showed out this weekend at Nene Leakes‘ new Atlanta hotspot, The Linnethia Lounge.

Armed with a mic and momentum, the songbird took vocal flight with hits such as ‘Love & War,’ ‘All The Way Home,’ and ‘The One’ as the audience watched on in awe.

Tamar and Nene have long been pally, with the former ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star even appearing in the singer’s video for ‘If I Don’t Have You.’

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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.

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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.

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Olivia Rodrigo reigns on this week’s Billboard 200 with her debut album ‘Sour.’

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