John Legend is wasting no time activating the promotion for his latest jam ‘A Good Night.’

For just hours after debuting the BloopBop® assisted bop, he’s premiered its official video.

Uniquely filmed entirely on a Google Pixel 2, the visual was directed by Mishka Kornai who used 23 of the devices during the 14-hour shoot to bring the clip to life. Cameos include an appearance from ‘Insecure’s Jay Ellis .

Speaking on the concept, Legend said:

“The song and the video are about a magical night where you (unexpectedly) meet someone you immediately connect with and can envision a future together.” 

On shooting the video on the Pixel 2, the crooner added:

“We thought it would be cool to shoot it on Pixel because the camera is amazing and we were fascinated by the idea of using a smartphone to film a big budget music video, a video that brings the smartphone dating experience to life.”

Watch below…

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For almost 30 years, En Vogue have been at the forefront of R&B excellence.

Indeed, sewn into the group’s fierce fabric is the reality that every member possesses the potency to be lead. In many ways, it’s the reason the ensemble has long been hailed as a “super group.”

The dual definition of divadom and endurance, the vocal ensemble are now a trio comprised of originals Terry Ellis and Cindy Herron-Braggs as well powerhouse Rhona Bennett – who has been a member for over a decade.

Today marks the global release of En Vogue’s long-awaited seventh album ‘Electric Café’ – which features contributions from the likes of Ne-Yo and Snoop Dogg. 

As the ladies geared up to set sail on their supporting international tour, That Grape Juice caught up with member Terry to discuss the trek, the new music, biopics, reality shows, Fifth Harmony‘s split, and much more.

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Michael B. Jordan is back with a brand new project!

The name of his first release after the smash hit movie ‘Black Panther‘? ‘Farenheit 451’.

In it, Jordan plays an emotionally unavailable firefighter struggling to regain his humanity as he battles the fires in his life and the fires which threaten to destroy his city.

The actor stands tall as one of its producers and has unlocked its very first trailer before it impacts HBO on May 19th.

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It’s finally here!

Over 6 months after her official debut single, ‘Bodak Yellow,’ topped the Billboard Hot 100,  Cardi B‘s finally lifted the lid on her highly anticipated debut album, ‘Invasion of Privacy.’

Preceded by the platinum top 20 single, ‘Bartier Cardi’ (featuring 21 Savage), ‘Be Careful,’ and soon-to-be hit ‘Drip’ (featuring Migos), the project – also featuring Chance The Rapper, SZA, YG, Bad Bunny, Kehlani, and J. Balvin – sees its arrival also come ahead of the September 2018 kickoff of Bruno Mars‘ ’24K Magic’ tour which will see the rapstress open for the Grammy-winner (click here to see the full list of dates).

Are you finally ready to hear ‘Invasion of Privacy’ in full? It’s all yours inside:

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Flop.

Much like ‘epic,’ ‘diva,’ ‘legend,’ and even ‘copycat,’ the word’s found itself used in overabundance in modern music.  Despite a landscape where streaming has become the lay of the land and those who can successfully navigate to Billboard’s perch primarily by some other mean (i.e. pure sales) are few and far between, those who fail to make huge impacts via streaming or sales are often branded…well…flops.

The term’s one Urban pop singer Tinashe‘s battled all often since her 2014 hit, ‘2 On,’ failed to produce a follow-up with as much commercial fanfare.  With numerous swings at the bat via succeeding singles from ‘2 On’s parent album, ‘Aquarius,’ a mixtape (‘Night Ride’), and releases from the incarnations of her April 13th due sophomore LP, ‘Joyride,’ T’s chances for chart success – admittedly – have certainly exceeded many in her shoes were afforded.

And, while the attempts have certainly not lacked on the qualitative front nor in critical acclaim, the undeniable neglect from the music buying public at large has not fallen on blind eyes from fans, haters, nor the singer herself.  Recently taking to our friends at ‘Vulture,’ the songstress directly dishes on her feelings about being called “a flop,” the revamp of ‘Joyride,’ and so much more.

Read excerpts from the extremely bold sit-down:

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Azealia Banks is looking to heat up the dance floor and the runway with her newest cut, ‘Anna Wintour.’

Named in honor of ‘Vogue’ editor in chief, the tune comes ahead of her upcoming album – ‘Fantasea II:  The Second Wave’ – originally due in March 2018.  While we await updates on the project (and find out if ‘Anna’ will be among its long-awaited track list), tuck in below to listen this absolute jam:

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John Legend‘s trying to get you on the dancefloor with his latest cut, ‘A Good Night.’

Produced by Bloodpop, the tune – announced this week via the 10-time Grammy winning singer’s ‘Breakfast Club’ interview – comes just days after the singer thrilled NBC audiences with his portrayal of Jesus Christ in the live TV musical, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar.’

Now, this R&B superstar has his sights set on his own creations once again.  A year-and-a-half after blessing fans with his fifth studio album, ‘Darkness & Light,’ could ‘Good Night’ be Legend shedding light on the sonic direction of his new project?

Listen inside to see:

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We are just hours away from the long-awaited release of Cardi B‘s debut album, ‘Invasion of Privacy.’

As anticipation for the project has certainly reached its most feverish pitch, the rapstress will undoubtedly still slide her heels across the promo trail to ensure maximum awareness before its first full sales tracking week closes.

Already lined up for ‘SNL,’ ‘The Tonight Show,’ and other prominent viewing spots, radio and print will likely see an onslaught of Cardi as well.   The first of many sights came via Apple Music & Beats 1 as the ‘Bodak Yellow’ beauty sat down to not only dish on the project, but of course those pesky pregnancy rumors and alleged beef with Nicki Minaj.

Did she finally lift the top of the truth or is she still leaving fans in suspense?  Look inside to find out:

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BET are building on the success of their New Edition biopic by honing in on the story of its most controversial member – Bobby Brown.

Aptly titled, ‘The Bobby Brown Story’ is set to blaze the box later this year and will be broadcast as a two-part event.

Anchored by Woody McClain, who reprises the role of Brown from the New Edition flick, the biopic promises a warts and all insight into the life of R&B’s most-prolific bad boy.

No stone will be left unturned. As such, viewers will see his solo run, rocky relationship with Whitney Houston (played by Gabrielle Dennis), and his struggles with drugs all play out.

Ahead of the film’s September premiere, EW have shared a first look.

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The Brit-Pop supergroup Little Mix has eased the fears of fans who feared it is to follow in the footsteps of Fifth Harmony and call it a day.

Good news below…

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Rihanna‘s Fenty Beauty has made its way to Milan!

Launched in the U.S. and U.K last year, the cosmetics company (owned by Christian Dior) has now found its way to mainland Europe with an epic launch in Milan!

Ready to see snaps and videos pulled from the event?

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The life and legacy of Whitney Houston continues to prove fascinating for the masses six years on from her tragic death.

A litany of projects have been released since – including live albums and biographical broadcasts.

The latter has been most controversial: case in point Lifetime’s polarizing ‘Whitney’ pic and Nick Broomfield’s documentary ‘Can I Be Me’ (which was well-received but critiqued by the singer’s family due to its heavy focus on her sexuality).

In a bid to tell the story on their terms, the diva’s estate have teamed with Oscar-winning director Kevin Macdonald for what they’re billing as the definitive doc film – ‘Whitney.’

More, including the first look trailer, below…

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