Years on from their historic stint in The White House, Barack and Michelle Obama continue to operate on Higher Ground. 

It’s apt then that the power couple has named their production company as such.

That Grape Juice reported that The Obamas had inked a lucrative deal with Netflix and now they’ve lifted the lid on the six projects they have incoming.

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Despite just releasing her latest single, ‘Up,’ Cardi B could have some more new music on the way.

The music superstar sat down with Apple Music‘s Zane Lowe in a new interview where she talked about her plans for a second album and revealed how many songs she has recorded for the project.

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With excitement at a feverish pitch for the ‘The Equalizer,’ the CBS series incarnation of the 80’s show and 2014 movie of the same name.

Starring EMMY and GRAMMY-winning superstar Queen Latifah, the show – co-created by executive producers Latifah, Richard Lindheim, and Michael Sloan – is set for kick off February 7 (after the Super Bowl).

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This week brought with it the 35th anniversary of Janet Jackson‘s breakthrough album, ‘Control.’

Released February 4, 1986, the history-making project – best known for its singles ‘Pleasure Principle,’ ‘When I Think of You,’ ‘Let’s Wait Awhile,’ ‘Nasty,’ ‘What Have You Done For Me Lately,’ and title track – is lodged in record books for becoming the first LP by a female artist to log six Hot 100 top 40 singles over the span of its popularity.

The launching pad from which Jackson would be propelled into Pop superstardom as one of the genre’s preeminent female acts, it would go on to garner critical and commercial acclaim by selling over 10 million copies worldwide and collecting a slew of international awards along the way (including Billboard Music Awards, Soul Train Awards, American Music Awards, and a GRAMMY).

And if this week’s commemorative celebration of the opus is any indication, it’s far from finished receiving its flowers.

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CW’s scored a critical and ratings touchdown with sports drama, ‘All American.’

Now, fans who can’t get enough of the series – based on the life and times of football star Spencer Paysinger – will be pleased to know it’s set to return to the field for a 4th play.

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June’s Diary took vocal flight with the US National Anthem at the NBA game between the LA Clippers and the Boston Celtics.

The group – who first rose to prominence on Kelly Rowland‘s BET series ‘Chasing Destiny’ – showed and proved why their collective prowess is inimitable.

Watch Ashly, Krystal, Shyann, Gabby, and Brienna wow with the ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ below…

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Readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.

So, as our retrospective segments, ‘From the Vault’ and ‘TGJ Replay,’  allow us the chance to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday of one artist, our latest feature –  Chart Rewind – serves as a variation of our Retro Rewind assay to salute an entire era of music history.

This week, we nod to Mary J. Blige‘s 2005 megahit, ‘Be Without You,’ one of the most popular songs of her legendary career to date.

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As he continues to gear-up for his Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, The Weeknd can celebrate another achievement.

For, his album, ‘The Highlights,’ has now become the most streamed album of all-time on Spotify.

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Mariah Carey is once more forging on with her celebration of thirty-years in the music business.

The aptly-titled #MC30 celebration has seen Carey release a number of new EPs and previously unreleased songs. This time, she revisits her ‘E=MC2’ era.

The latest party includes various versions of ‘I’m That Chick,’ ‘I Stay In Love,’ ‘I’ll Be Loving U Long Time,’ and ‘Touch My Body.’

Additionally, the Songbird Supreme issued a deluxe edition of the album with two new tracks, ‘4 Real 4 Real’ with her longtime friend Da Brat and ‘Heat.’ 

What are you waiting for? Listen to Mimi’s vocals take flight below…

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Karrueche Tran and Victor Cruz have reportedly called it quits.

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Beyonce looks set to wow this winter with the latest instalment of her Adidas x Ivy Park line.

Aptly named, the ICY PARK capsule has been creating ample buzz ahead of its February 19 arrival following pre-release teaser shots featuring the likes of Gucci Mane, Hailey Bieber, and of course Queen Bey herself.

Now, excitement has cranked into overdrive, thanks to a cutting-edge commercial showcasing the slick style of the various pieces that make up the range.

What are you waiting for? Watch the full-length commercial below…

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Cardi B may be receiving praise aplenty for her new single ‘Up’ and its video.

But it’s not all roses at the feet of Belcalis.

For, a rapper named Mir Fontane has expressed thorny sentiments about alleged plagiarism.

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