Still riding the wave of global success with ‘Blurred Lines’, soulful crooner Robin Thicke wastes no time serving up its follow-up – ‘Give It 2 U’.

Originally boasting a guest spot from rapper 2 Chainz, the single version of the song now features man of the moment Kendrick Lamar. The “initial” incarnation has been revised to be a remix that will sit on the deluxe edition of the ‘Blurred Lines’ album (which hits stores on July 30th).

So what are you waiting for? Take a listen to the Dr. Luke produced cut after the jump, where our exclusive preview of the ‘Blurred Lines’ album also awaits…

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It’s that time of year again!

Urban music’s biggest calendar night, the BET Awards, is set to air live from Los Angeles’ Nokia Theater on June 30th.

After a year of sizzling hot releases, all eyes are on who is up for awards at this year’s show.

Wonder no more, as the answers await after the jump…

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After axing a number of tour dates amidst rumours of poor ticket sales, things haven’t been looking so swell for Rihanna recently. Until now.

Moments ago, the nominations for the Billboard Music Awards 2013 were unwrapped and the model has multiple reasons to smile. More specifically, ten.

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Nashville played host to the 2012 Grammy Nomination special where the likes of music’s biggest names gathered for the unveiling of the 2013 Grammy nominations.

While we won’t find out who will be walking away with the coveted gram-o-phones until the show airs live on CBS February 10th, click below to find out if your fave was able to nab a nomination. 

Frank Ocean, Kanye West, and Jay Z are among the males dominating this year’s nominations (with 6 each) while pop tart pals Katy Perry & Rihanna nabbed multiple mentions as well.

See the list in its entirety:

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The 2012 Soul Train Awards, taped live from Las Vegas last month, are currently airing via sister channels BET and Centric.

As ever, That Grape Juice will be providing you with performances as they occur, including stageblazing sets from Keyshia Cole, Ne-Yo, Miguel, and more!

Keep refreshing, as we’ll be updating minute-by-minute:

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Many a star came out to play at the 2012 Soul Train Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada.  The show, which aired tonight, saw R&B’s finest go head-to-head for the coveted trophies.

So, now the show is over, find out who picked up which awards at the high profile outing below…

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The Soul Train Awards 2012 took place earlier this month in Las Vegas, and so as to whet appetites ahead of the show’s November 25th air-date, Centric have released teaser clips from some of the night’s big performances.

Fantasia “churched it and worked it” with her rendition of Aretha Franklin’s ‘Don’t Play That Song’, while Elle Varner gave the a audience a ‘Refill’. Also on the bill were Stevie Wonder, 2 Chainz, and Keyshia Cole.

Peep preview below…

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This is shaping up to be some awards show!

Indeed, joining the previously reported performers John Legend and Fantasia, news has surfaced that ‘Trust & Believe’ beauty Keyshia Cole will be hitting the 2012 Soul Train Award stage.

The addition to the roster, which will also include Ne-Yo, Anthony Hamilton, 2 Chainz, Gladys Knight, Elle Varner, Raphael Saadiq, and Marcus Canty (among others).  As previously reported, this year’s showing will honor 80s boyband New Edition.

Airing on BET and Centric November 25th at 9pm ET/PT, if you missed the show’s nominees, see them here.

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….and the nominations are in!

Yes, before the 38th annual People’s Choice Awards hits many a US screen, today saw the show’s nominations unveiled, giving fans the chance to support their ‘favorites’ by way of voting on its official website.

Want to know who made the cut?

Get into it below…

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The 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards wrapped up moments ago, and as ever, you know That Grape Juice has your access to Hip Hop’s hottest night!  Boasting performances from Young Jeezy, Wiz Khalifa, T.I, Rick Ross, Omarion, Meek Mills, and the most talked about cypher ever!

That Grape Juice was in the house to witness events live, but those who missed it can click below to catch the show’s unforgettable moments and performances:

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That Grape Juice was on-hand at the 2012 Soul Train Awards nominations announcements in New York today. There, the list of those up for coveted awards were read out to selected press outlets.

Without pre-empting too much too soon, most notable of the nominees are R. Kelly and Usher. For, this year’s tally sees both break Soul Train records. With five nominations, Usher blazes past Michael Jackson and Beyonce to earn the honor of most nominations in a single year, while Kelly now boasts the most total Soul Train Award nominations – of all time.

Want to know who else made the cut? The answer awaits after the jump…

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The 2012 MTV Video Music Awards concluded moments ago. As the stars file out of Los Angeles’ Staples Center, check out the full list of winners below: (more…)

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