To brand Issa Rae a trailblazer would not only be fair but possibly an understatement given the moves she’s made to shake up Hollywood.

Breaking down barriers in writing rooms, Rae – who also acts and produces – has been a force of nature with hit television and film efforts from HBO’s ‘Insecure’ and ‘Black Lady Sketch Show’ to Netflix’s ‘The Lovebirds’ and a number of forthcoming big screen ventures.

Yet, despite the major moves she’s made in front of and behind the camera lens, 2020 promises to be her most recognized year yet as the groundbreaking series ‘Insecure’ was nominated 8 times the forthcoming Primetime EMMYs (including a nod for ‘Best Actress in a Comedy Series’).

Taking to ‘The Hollywood Reporter (THR)’ recently, the 35-year-old dished candidly on her opportunity to make history if she wins in the category, opening doors for other Black creatives, and so much more.

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GRAMMY-winning inspirational rapper Lecrae has unveiled his star-studded ninth album, ‘Restoration.’

Calling on the likes of fellow GRAMMY winners John Legend and Kirk Franklin as well as YK Osiris, Jozzy, Dani Leigh, Marc E. Bassy, BJ The Chicago Kid, and more to act as guest stars on the highly anticipated effort, the LP’s release was preceded by three singles: “Set Me Free” (featuring Osiris), “Drown” (featuring Legend), and “Deep End.” 

Speaking on the deeply personal set, Lecrae stated:

 “There is healing on this album, but you have to be willing to admit you’re broken in order to be healed.”

Already a best-selling author, ‘Restoration’ comes just two months ahead of his next book, ‘I Am Restored’ (available October 13).  Until then, look inside to listen to the new album.

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Friday (August 21) was originally scheduled to see Megan Thee Stallion perform as the only female rapper aboard ‘Good Morning America Summer Concert Series’ lineup (as we reported here).

And, though unable to fulfill the duty due to recovering from surgery after being shot in the foot (reportedly by fellow rapper Tory Lanez), the Houston Hottie is gearing up to return to the live format in just a week if a recent announcement is to be believed.

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Little Mix lit up Meerkat Presents tonight with a special live-streamed concert.

Since setting sail on their sixth album campaign, the Pop quad have consistently delivered creative experiences that have worked around the parameters of the global health crisis.

With latest single ‘Holiday’ heating up the airwaves, the ladies thrilled with the first live performance of the track, as well as spirited renditions of ‘Touch,’ ‘Woman Like Me,’ and more.

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It’s been a lengthy legal process, but reports are finally surfacing that Lori Loughlin‘s going from ‘Full House’ to the big house thanks to a officials who have handed down a decision regarding the TV actress in her highly publicized college admission scandal.

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Could Nicki Cannon be heading back to ViacomCBS?

It appears the door is…open.

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Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion continue to prove their staying power.

The first collaboration between the two, ‘WAP,’ has hit a new daily high on global Spotify.

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Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion continue to sting the competition with seismic single ‘WAP.’

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JoJo is standing her ground.

The vocal powerhouse revealed that Tory Lanez will not appear on the deluxe version of her ‘Good To Know’ (out August 28).

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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’d really love to replay ‘Doesn’t Really Matter’ – Janet Jackson‘s first #1 hit of the millennium.

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Katy Perry is not afraid roar about the toxicity that stan culture breeds, especially towards women in the music industry.

In anticipation of her next album, ‘Smile,’ the Pop star appeared on Zane Lowe‘s Apple Music 1 show. In the middle of talking about her depression and the pressures that come with fame, she addressed stan culture and the online treatment of female Pop stars.

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BLACKPINK and Selena Gomez are set to serve up a cooling collaboration for the summer heat.

For, after ample teasing, the colossal collective have announced ‘Ice Cream’ – their joint new single.

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