Tinashe damn near left a trail of smoke behind her on the dance floor in her latest supporting visual for ‘Flame.’
The Bloodpop & Stargate-produced single, which acts as the official catalyst for the singer’s second official era, ‘Joyride,’ has been winning over critics left and right since its introduction. Now, in a bid to shift some of that praise up from a commercial standpoint, T has been in full on promo mode. Less than a week after fans tuned into see her performing the tune on ‘Fallon’ (click here to see that if you missed it), they can catch the teaser for its official music video courtesy of this Jojo Gomez-choreographed unofficial clip.
Readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.
So, just 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. This week we’ll reflect on ‘No Scrubs’ – the 1999 comeback hit of R&B super girl group TLC.
The first single from their third studio album, ‘FanMail’ [read our full ode to it by clicking here], the tune – written by fellow girl group Xscape‘s Kandi Burruss and Tameka “Tiny” Cottle, came as a departure for the ladies as it was the first time group member Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas sang lead vocals solely. The departure was apparently quite welcomed as, just weeks after its release, the ‘Scrubs’ shot to #1 and remained there for four weeks. Relieving the year’s other big comeback story, Cher, of her #1 run with her song ‘Believe,’ history would have it ‘Scrubs’ would be the group’s third run atop the Hot 100 [correction: a previous version of this post incorrectly indicated it was TLC’s last run].
Tuck in below to see who joined them in the top 25 this week 18 years ago:
The date above will see Tupac‘s story reborn and retold via the movie ‘All Eyez on Me.’
Today, on what would have been the slain star’s 46th birthday, a trailer for the project has been released and will undoubtedly pique the interests of any aware of his rocky relationship with the late Biggie Smalls.
It’s real simple. You’re either with us or against us.
Since being found and fused together on hit BET series ‘Chasing Destiny’ last year, June’s Diary have been steadily building a base and buzz.
Shepherded by Kelly Rowland and Frank Gatson, the five-piece have been organically rising through the ranks.
Boasting a brand of talent and unity rarely seen in today’s microwaveable age, the ladies have garnered co-signs from the likes of Brandy and R. Kelly. The latter of whom enlisted them as special guests on his ‘Buffet Tour.’
That Grape Juice caught up with the ladies while they rehearsed for the Los Angeles stop on the sold-out trek.
Watch Kristal, Ashly, Gabby, Shyann, and Brienna in action above and below!
Look out for June’s Diary’s debut mixtape later this year!
As you can see, we’ve had a facelift – but make no mistake, the new TGJ is about more than aesthetic changes.
We’ve listened to the feedback and have cultivated a sleeker design that makes it easier than ever to navigate through your favourite site and ours.
Whether visiting from your computer, mobile, or tablet device, the upgraded TGJ is responsive and delivers the same dynamic experience whatever your platform.
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Streaming is both the present and the future and we’re all about embracing that.
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The Splash 2017
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That Grape Juice‘s live performance series The Splash is back for a 2017 season!
A showcase of talent both known and new, previous editions have brought exclusive showings from the likes of Tamar Braxton, Miguel, and JoJo. The Splash was also one of the first to showcase Grammy and Tony Award winner Cynthia Erivo.
With much of this season already filmed, we can say with certainty that you won’t want to miss any episode!
As human rights activists seek ways to defeat the abuse of black people within North Africa and the Middle East, the North African rapper French Montana has found himself on the receiving end of claims that he is a part of the horrific problem.
The fallout from Mel B‘s divorce filing continues to play out in the most public of ways.
The Spice Girl‘s ex-husband and manager Stephen Belafonte has been catching all sorts of flack after she made shocking claims of abuse in a successful bid for a restraining order.
Now, the former film producer has slammed her accusations as “outrageous.”
For reasons caused by commitments to other projects and her second pregnancy, Beyonce was forced to pull out of the forthcoming ‘A Star is Born‘ and Coachella 2017.
Stepping into replace her? Lady GaGa, who picked up the role and gig the musical mogul was forced to reject.
