Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature carved out to celebrate TV and Film’s colourful past.

Today, we’re honouring Baz Lurhmann‘s visual feast ‘Romeo + Juliet‘, a movie based on Shakespeare and Arthur Brooke‘s ‘Romeo & Juliet’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes, Quindon Tarver, Harold Perrineau and Christina Pickles.

In it, Lurhmann offered audiences a stylised version of the story powered by a universe which, in many ways, has helped to shape Pop culture in the years following its release.

My record concept and all my videos have referenced Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo and Juliet, neon crosses and church motifs included, since April 2017 ??‍♀️ and I did so with permission from Baz himself ??‍♀️??‍♀️??‍♀️

— h (@halsey) April 2, 2018

Ready to step back in time?

I actually like both versions of Kissing You. Desree and beyonce both delivered such raw vocals to it in their own way.

— kenoir. (@KennethPierre) June 24, 2015

1996 awaits below…

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Frank Ocean is pouring out more new music.

Fresh from dropping ‘DHL,’ the reclusive singer has released ‘In My Room.’

Arriving via Apple Music, the track sees the star flaunt his rap abilities over the gritty-meets-whimsical beat.

It’s not immediately clear what Ocean’s plans are as relates to a body of work (his first since 2016’s ‘blonde’). But it’s been unwrapped amidst the launch of his new club night ‘PrEP+.’

A possible tie-in?

Pending a definitive answer, take a listen after the jump…

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Mariah Carey is ringing in the holiday season with a festive new commercial for Walkers Crisps. 

The hilarious TV spot features Mimi’s classic ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ – which is celebrating its 25th Anniversary this year.

Word on the curb is that the songbird has been paid a multi-million dollar sum for the campaign, which spans television, digital, print, and product packets.

What’s more, with Walkers ads being renown for their widespread rotation, it looks as though Mariah will have a pronounced presence this Christmas in the UK.

Check out the commercial 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 features ‘From the Vault’ and ‘TGJ Replay’  allow us the chance to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday of one artist, our newest feature Chart Rewind – a variation of our current Retro Rewind assay – accedes salutes to an entire era of music history.

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Mark those calendars, because next Valentine’s Day brings with it the release of ‘The Photograph’ – starring Issa Rae and LaKeith Stanfield.

The film unpacks a multi-layered love story, one which centers on forgiveness and finding the courage to seek the truth, regardless of where it leads.

It takes its title from a mysterious photograph Mae Morton (played by Rae) finds in her deceased mother’s belongings. That discovery uniquely aligns her path with rising journalist Michael Block (Stanfield) and ignites quite the narrative.

Ahead of its February 14th arrival, check out the first look trailer for the flick (which Rae is co-producing with Will Packer) below…

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After much speculation, Solange has confirmed she has split with longtime partner Alan Ferguson. 

Full story below…

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Lady Gaga is to star in a thrilling murder mystery.

Learn more below…

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Deborah Cox is ending the year on a high note (or two).

The brilliant singer treated her fans to a brand new song named ‘Easy Way’ following the success she has enjoyed in a number of stage plays and musicals.

How her time in ‘AIDA’, ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ and ‘The Bodyguard’ have influenced her new sound?

Find out with ‘Easy’ below…

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Dua Lipa is back!

Powered by the success of her debut album, the entertainer leads the way for her sophomore album with a track named ‘Don’t Start Now.’

Watch its Nabil-directed video below..

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R.Kelly has been ordered to use the royalties he makes from his music to cover the child support costs.

News that’ll rattle the disgraced entertainer’s supporters below…

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Kelly Clarkson is heading to Las Vegas!

For, the original American Idol is the latest Pop star to snag her very own Sin City residency.

Details below…

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The holidays are coming and Mariah Carey marks the occasion with a brand new version of her ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ music video.

Head below for more…

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