Readers of That Grape Juice know how passionate we are about music – whether that be past or present.

However, unlike our other segments – Retro Rewind, TGJ Replay, and From The Vault – The Pop Stop is the most in-depth look at Pop songs that may have flown under the radar over the last week that you should know, rather they be from music’s biggest stars or those on the rise.

This week, we want to highlight cuts from Bonnie McKee, Aespa, Becky Hill, and BoyWithUke.

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Muni Long aims to marvel anew with her latest single ‘Make Me Forget.’

Arriving on the heels of the viral smash ‘Made for Me’ and its recently released Mariah Carey-assisted remix, track sees the singer profess her magnetic attraction to a lover whose presence sees her able to let down her guard.

A seasoned – and GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter – Muni Long flexes her pen in trademark form – with the resulting song making for a compelling listen.

Check out ‘Make Me Forget’ after the jump…

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Normani has served up a sweet treat for fans for her 28th birthday.

For, the singer has unwrapped her brand new single ‘Candy Paint.’

Produced by Starrah and Tommy Brown, the infectious cut sees the singer heed requests to turn up the tempo following the preceding single ‘1:59’ featuring Gunna.

Landing a mere matter of weeks before the release of its housing album ‘Dopamine’ (due June 14), the bouncy bop finds the star in braggadocious mode.

And we already have it on replay.

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Ayra Starr’s sophomore album ‘The Year I Turned 21’ has arrived.

The Afrobeats princess has lifted the lid on her second studio album after warming up the masses with a steady flow of singles such as ‘Rhythm & Blues,’‘Commas,’ and ‘Bad Vibes.’

Serving as the follow-up to debut offering ’19 & Dangerous’ (home to breakout smash ‘Bloody Samaritan’), the LP sees the Mavin Records maestra team up with the likes of Coco Jones, Anitta, Asake, and Seyi Vibez.

With ascension defining Ayra’s trajectory, it looks like the only way is up thanks to her new collection of cuts.

Listen to ‘The Year I Turned 21’ after the jump…

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Rita Ora is back with new single ‘Ask & You Shall Receive.’

A seismic summer anthem, the track was produced by German who co-wrote the song with multi-BRIT Award winner RAYE.

The collaboration represents a full-circle moment of sorts for Ora and RAYE – the latter of whom opened up for the performer on her 2018 ‘Pheonix Tour.’

Premiering almost a year after the release of the multihyphenate’s ‘You & I’ album, the dance-jam sees the star officially kick off her next project cycle with the instantly infectious cut.

Listen to ‘Ask & You Shall Receive’ – which will receive its live debut on June 2 at Mighty Hoopla – after the jump…

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Tems is strutting ahead to the release of her debut album ‘Born in the Wild.’

Arriving via Since ’93/RCA Records on June 7, the LP is preceded by singles ‘Me & U’ and ‘Love Me JeJe.’

Having amassed mammoth success by way of collaborations such as ‘Essence’ and Hot 100 #1 ‘Wait For U’ with Future and Drake, attention turns to what the Nigerian performer has in the cannon for her inaugural full-length effort.

Well, wonder no more. Because Tems has lifted the lid on the 18-song tracklist – which features collaborations with J. Cole and Asake.

Check out the complete tally of tracks below…

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Leigh-Anne Pinnock has lifted the lid on her brand new EP ‘No Hard Feelings.’

Home to singles ‘Stealin’ Love’ and ‘Forbidden Fruit,’ the project arrives ahead of the Little Mix alum’s forthcoming album debut.

A 5-song collection, the EP sees Pinnock showcase her solo gravitas as she builds her base.

‘No Hard Feelings’ lands ahead of the star’s sold-out headline show at London’s Lafayette.

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Beyonce fans are in for a treat.

For, Queen Bey is ready to release the official vinyl for her blockbuster eighth studio album, ‘Cowboy Carter.’

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SZA‘s seismic show at BST Hyde Park 2024 has just been rendered even more of a must-see.

For, an eclectic list of acts have been added as special guests for the June 29 spectacle.

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Cop a gander at Megan Thee Stallion!

The Hot Girl Coach scorches on not one but multiple covers of L’Officiel magazine across the US and Europe.

Arriving while the femcee blazes a trail on the Hot Girl Summer Tour, the feature spread lands ahead of Meg’s Cardi B–assisted remix of ‘Wanna Be’ with GloRilla.

Check out more from the Quil Lemons-lensed shoot after the jump…

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As the reigning King of R&B, Usher unquestionably stands tall as one of the anchoring pillars of the culture.

Fittingly, then, the Diamond-selling superstar is set to be honored at Culture’s Biggest Night – the BET Awards 2024 – with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Frank Ocean‘s album ‘Blonde’ is seeing a resurgence on the chart.

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