Katy Perry and team are pulling out all the stops to ensure her next studio album, ‘Smile,’ lands atop the Billboard 200.

Despite only seeing one of its multiple buzz and official singles (‘Never Really Over’) enter the Billboard Hot 100’s top 20, her fifth LP – originally due on shelves August 14 – is enjoying a high profile rollout ahead of its August 28 release thanks to Perry’s promotional onslaught which has included appearances in top magazines, news outlets, and more.

In addition to building awareness for the forthcoming set, the GRAMMY nominee has also teamed with international fashion retailer, SHEIN, as a curator of their ‘KATY X SHEIN’ collection.  In return, the brand is selling her album for $5.99.

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In a sad news, a member of Girls Aloud – one of Brit-Pop’s most successful groups ever – has opened up about a secret battle with cancer.

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‘Famalam’ is back for its third and most hilarious outing yet.

The BAFTA-winning BBC series is renowned for bringing the funny with its provocative brand of humour and social reflection.

And the ante is upped in earnest for its latest instalment, which is already making ripples online.

That Grape Juice‘s Samuel Eni caught up with ‘Famalam’ star Tom Moutchi, who opened up about the show, his career, and the realities of the hustle.

Check it out above and be sure to tune into ‘Famalam’ series three on BBC iPlayer.

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Today brings with it the UK theatrical release of ‘Tenet,’ Warner Bros’ titan-sized blockbuster that promises action in earnest.

That Grape Juice had the pleasure of seeing the Christoper Nolan production ahead of its arrival.

Join us below to find out why we feel the film may well be the most equipped release to revive the cinematic sphere yet.

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After amassing nearly half a billion dollars at the box office across its entire franchise, ‘The Nutty Professor’ is the latest classic film set for a reboot.

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Aaliyah fans the world over took to social media Tuesday (August 25) to remember the singer-actress on what comes as the 19th anniversary of her untimely passing.

Only 22-years-old when she tragically died alongside seven others in a plane crash in the Bahamas in 2001, the GRAMMY-nominated star (born Aaliyah Dana Haughton) had just filmed the music video for her now-class single, “Rock the Boat.”

Among those honoring Haughton was her longtime collaborator/GRAMMY-winning singer-rapper-producer Missy Elliott.

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Claudia Jordan may not be on the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ anymore, but the drama in her private life rages on.

Today saw the host opened up about her history with Medina Islam – who is currently dating fellow RHOA alum Phaedra Parks.

Speaking on her Fox Soul show, ‘Cocktails With Queens,’ Jordan alleged that Islam physically assaulted her and lied profusely.

The allegations did not sit well with him and caused for an almighty clap-back.

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After scoring a top 40 hit as assistant on Jason Derulo‘s 2017 hit ‘Swalla’ and later assisting Megan Thee Stallion‘s ‘Hot Girl Summer’ to its #11 peak in 2019, Ty Dolla $ign and Nicki Minaj are undoubtedly hoping for a repeat courtesy of their reunion single, ‘Expensive.’

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As we reported here, two weeks ago Alicia Keys saw some of the most prized entries from her award-winning catalog have their certifications updated with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Now, as fans anxiously await official news regarding her forthcoming self-titled seventh studio album, more of its predecessors are seeing their official U.S. sales tallies refreshed.

The new count pushes Keys ahead of all other female R&B acts who debuted in the 2000s, including the former leader Beyoncé.

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After much ado, it appears Aaliyah‘s music will finally be heading to streaming services.

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In the 13 years since her chart-topping debut album ‘Meet Miley Cyrus,’ the Disney-darling-turned-Pop-diva has amassed a whopping 50 entries on the Hot 100 with the latest coming courtesy of her new single, ‘Midnight Sky.’

Premiering at #14 on the refreshed tally, the Disco-tinged cut – which acts as the first single from her forthcoming album ‘She is Miley Cyrus’ – marks her 15th appearance in the hit list’s top 20.

Her highest debuting solo song since 2013’s ‘We Can’t Stop’ debuted at #11, ‘Sky’s promising start was certainly expected as it soared to the top of World sales tallies just days after its August 14 unveiling (as we reported here).

Now, just ahead of its first live televised performance at the MTV VMAs (as we reported here), look inside to see who joins Cyrus in the top 25 on this week’s ‘TGJ Chart Check: Hot 100.’

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Justin Timberlake and Timbaland have been cemented in Pop history.

Now the former is reflecting on working with the legendary producer in a new interview with Apple Music.

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