Fantasia is flying freer than ever and looks set to celebrate her liberation on ‘Sketchbook.’

Due October 11th, the hotly anticipated set serves as her seventh studio album and her first as an independent artist helming her own label (RockSoul). Ahead of its arrival, That Grape Juice caught up with the ‘American Idol’ champion, who spoke candidly on a number hot topics.

She waxed honest about steering her own career while also addressing the much talked about collaboration with Brandy and Jazmine Sullivan. The vocal supernova also revealed she’s eyeing a collaboration with ‘Telephone’ singers Beyonce and Lady Gaga and even addressed Kim Burrell‘s public jab.

All this and more after the jump…

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The Cheat Codes remix is just what the doctor ordered for ‘South of the Border’ – the star-studded cut found aboard Ed Sheeran‘s latest chart-topping album, ‘No. 6 Collaborations Project.’

Featuring chart-toppers Cardi B and Camila Cabello, the Latin-inspired song – released in July 2019 – has already managed to make a moderate impact on the Billboard Hot 100 on merit alone, boasting a #53 peak as of time reported.  However, the Cheat Codes revamp – with its increased tempo – may be just what’s needed to renew interest in the tune and its parent album (the latter was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America just this week).

Could we soon be seeing the tune hit a new peak?  Listen inside and weigh in:

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ABC hit ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ is back for a sixth and final season. And fireworks are promised!

The legal drama, which stars Emmy-winner Viola Davis, follows a group of ambitious law students and their brilliant criminal defence professor.

For six years, viewers have been engrossed with the seemingly endless array of twists and titillating turns. And for its penultimate run, it looks as though they’ll be tied up in equally exciting fashion.

See what we mean below, where a sneak peek preview of  ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ season 6/episode 2 titled ‘Vivian’s Here’ awaits…

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Nicki Minaj may have unexpectedly announced her retirement weeks ago, but thanks to the amount of work she recorded prior to unveiling the news, fans should expect to see her in headlines for months to come.

The latest comes courtesy of her appearance on DaBaby‘s star-studded sophomore album, ‘Kirk.’  With a tracklist that features the likes of Chance The Rapper, Migos, Lil Baby, Gucci Mane, Kevin Gates, Moneybagg Yo and more, one of the set’s most anticipated offerings remains the Minaj-assisted ‘iPhone.’

After the duo took his ‘Suge’ song to even higher heights, there’s certainly great expectation for what they could do with a completely original cut.  Lifted to DaBaby‘s official Youtube handle just moments ago, listen inside to see if it was worth the wait and the hype:
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Lil Kim gets all sorts of nasty on new single, ‘Found You.’

Channeling her earlier raunch, the fiery femcee enlists the City Girls and O.T. Genasis to trade X-rated verses for the bop – which samples Bubba Sparxxx 2005 hit, ‘Ms. New Booty.’

The latest taste of her serially delayed new album, ‘Nine,’ hop below to get all the way into new Kimberly after the jump…

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It’s finally here!

After ample teasing (dating as far back as the top of the year), French Montana has finally unleashed a first look at ‘Writing on the Wall’ – his new collaboration with serial hitmakers Post Malone and Cardi B.

Tapping Jamaican-based artist Rvssian to produce, the track serves as the latest offering from French’s third studio album ‘Montana’ (due in stores in November).

Ahead of its arrival (click here to read more about that), look inside to see just what he cooked up with the gang:

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Brandy is back and aims to blaze with new single ‘Freedom Rings.’

The length and breadth of the week has seen The Vocal Bible tease the track in earnest and it’s finally here – and comes bearing truth. Her truth.

Over pulsating production, the R&B icon belts her narrative of overcome many a hardship to obtain the most prized possession of all – liberation.

Take a listen to the premiere taste of the Grammy winner’s seventh studio album below…

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With Halloween rapidly approaching, Christina Aguilera sets off the season with new song ‘Haunted Heart.’

The track is lifted from the soundtrack for ‘The Addams Family’ animated movie, which hits theaters on October 11th. 

Speaking on the track, Xtina – who has long been renown for her love of the holiday – gushed:

“I’m so excited to be a part of this iconic favorite creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky fam? @MeetTheAddams #QueenOfHalloween”

Take a listen below…

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Kandi Burruss‘ hustle shows no signs of letting up.

For, just as the season 12 trailer of the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ was unleashed, the star has been announced as the latest addition to the cast of Showtime’s ‘The Chi.’

More on the entrepreneur’s sweet new gig below…

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As Hip-Hop icons go, few can rival the colossal impact of Lil Kim.

It’s fitting, then, that the trailblazer will be presented with the night’s top honor at the 2019 BET Hip-Hop Awards. 

Full story below…

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Months of murmurs have finally come to a hush as it’s been officially announced Jennifer Lopez will headline the 2020 Super Bowl Halftime Show.

The diva – whose rumored involvement with the NFL went into overdrive earlier this year after she fronted a series of ads for the league – has been mum about the topic but never shied away from dishing on her desire to join the ranks of Michael Jackson, Madonna, Beyonce, and more as a performer at the ‘biggest spectacle on Earth.’

Now, it appears she’ll not only get her wish but also get to bring along some company as it’s been confirmed fellow global Latin superstar Shakira is set to rock alongside her on Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium stage!

Details inside:

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They’re back! Mark those calendars because the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ returns for its 12th season on November 3rd!

OThe latest instalment of the reality smash promises an array of dramatic twists and turns – particularly given the return of a certain Kenya Moore. 

To drum up buzz, Bravo have unleashed a titillating trailer hinting at this season’s many plotlines.

We won’t give too much away, but it’s safe to say Kenya return, Nene Leakes and Cynthia Bailey‘s friendship, and Porsha Williams‘ union with Dennis will all play major roles.

Really though, what are you waiting for? Get all the way into the sneak peek below…

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