As widely reported, the nominations for the 2019 Grammys were unveiled yesterday and were hailed by many for being the most the diverse in a decade.

Yet, as is customary, there were a number of shut-outs that left certain acts and their fans fuming.

Such was the case for R&B siren Teyana Taylor.

After years of push-backs (due to label drama and buzz building), the singer’s sophomore album ‘K.T.S.E’ (‘Keep That Same Energy’) finally arrived in June. The set formed part of Kanye West‘s G.O.O.D Music slate of releases – and, as such, was subject to the grating delays and confusion that defined each of the projects he helmed. Many of which ended up not arriving on time, yielded no music videos, and never scored a physical release.

In a candid conversations with fans, Taylor cites the roll-out as one of the causes of the LP’s snub, along with popularity politics.

Her words below…

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Here at That Grape Juice, we’re always on the look-out for new and exciting talent. Case in point Alex Parvenu.

Hailing from London, the soul-filled singer has been drumming up all sorts of buzz on the live circuit and has received early nods from the likes of Tom Elmhirst (Amy Winehouse, Adele) and Fugees hitmaker Jerry Wonder.

Now the rising star is aiming to beam into mass consciousness with official impact single ‘It Wasn’t Me.’

Boasting a skillset that is multi-tiered, Parvenu not only wrote and produced the jam – he directed its animated video.

Featuring “appearances” from a number of notable faces, the star-studded clip puts a satirical spin on the song’s narrative which he explained as such:

“It’s every dad’s worst nightmare when their beloved daughter brings home their boyfriend. In that moment, one forgets that they too were once in the same position as ‘the boyfriend’.” 

Watch the fun-filled visual below…

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Ella Mai was all smiles this morning on ABC’s ‘Good Morning America’ after she learned about not one, but two Grammy nominations to honor work found aboard her self-titled debut album.

Nabbing a nod in the ‘Best R&B Song’ and ‘Song of the Year’ categories respectively for her breakout hit ‘Boo’d Up,’ Mai – prepping for the kick off of her 2019 world tour (click here for dates) – gave fans a taste of what they can expect to see when she hits the road at the top of the year.

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As embattled comedian Kevin Hart continues to bear the brunt of backlash after his old anti-LGBT tweets resurfaced (as we reported here), the ‘Night School’ star is learning he still has a wealth of supporters.

One big named defender Hart has in his corner is none other than the “Doggfather” Snoop Dogg.  In an expletive-laden message to the funnyman, Dogg lent some advice on how to deal with detractors and the film Academy.

If that wasn’t enough, he also threw in a dig at the Recording Academy for earning 17 nominations in his storied rap career (yet no wins).  Hear Snoop sound off inside:

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‘Hit The Floor,’ drama series based around the fictional L.A Devils basketball team, has been benched. Permanently.

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Nicki Minaj‘s British fans have delivered an early Christmas present to the rapper today.

Good news for the lyricist below…

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After missing a court date on Monday, Cardi B showed up today to for a hearing relating to an alleged strip club assault on Baddie Gi and Jade. Two women she suspected of sleeping with soon-to-be ex husband Offset.

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Meghan McCain, daughter of John McCain, discovered that she has ancestry of  the melanated persuasion live on ‘The View‘ today.

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Eminem has dropped the dark new video for his latest single ‘Good Guy’ featuring Jessie Reyez.

The ever controversial performer is renown for speaking his mind, breaking boundaries, and delivering the unexpected. Case in point with this clip.

Skewing cinematic, the vid sees a vengeful Reyez engage in a struggle with Slim Shady before ending him. Literally.

Watch below…

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It’s that time of year again!

Indeed, the air is still buzzing as today brought with it the highly anticipated 2019 Grammy nominations unveiled, per usual, via a special announcement weeks before the actual showing.  But, what also comes with the ‘per usual’ announcement are the jaw-dropping surprises, snubs, and all out “shut-outs” that accompany the annual spectacle.

Always a heated debate-starter, the coveted tally saw the likes of chart-toppers Ariana Grande, Camila Cabello, P!nk, and Taylor Swift go without mention in (as some fans argue) the correct categories, while hitmakers Sam Smith, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne got no mention at all.

Look inside for That Grape Juice‘s picks for the 2019 Grammy nominations’ biggest snubs and surprises:

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Another couple have gone their separate ways. And sadly it’s Michelle Williams and fiancé Chad Johnson.

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It’s Grammy nomination time!

Music’s biggest calendar night, the 61st annual Grammy Awards, are set to air February 10th 2019 live on CBS.

The industry’s brightest stars will align to shine at the event, which will boast performances from the creme de la creme.

Today, excitement for the ceremony soared to new heights as its committee reveals which artists have been nominated in which categories.

What are you waiting for? The full nominations for the 2019 Grammys await below…

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