To some Justin Timberlake‘s ‘Can’t Stop The Feeling’ is one of the most annoying songs in recent memory. To others, it’s the smash that defined 2016.

Whatever side of the fence one sits on, the fact is that the song, issued as a single from the ‘Trolls’ soundtrack, is an Oscar nominated recording.

To celebrate said feat, JT opened Hollywood’s biggest calendar night with a spirited showing of the Max Martin production.

Watch him in action below…

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As Hollywood saddles up for its annual biggest night, we invite you back on a special jaunt with this week’s From The Vault.

Today’s pick is Aaliyah‘s rendition of ‘Journey To The Past’ at the 70th Academy Awards in 1998.

Serviced as a single from 20th Century FOX animated movie ‘Anastasia,’ ‘Journey’ was written by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Vocally and sonically, it was departure from the brand of edgy R&B the beauty had become renown for.

As much as her vocal abilities have never been looked down upon, this very track allowed the then 19 year old to truly set all the power in her voice free.

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The single never charted in the US, but was a moderate UK hit. Still, all of that chart business didn’t prevent the song from being nominated for both a Golden Globe and an Oscar.

And though James Horner and Celine Dion ended up going home with the prizes for the ‘Titanic’ smash ‘My Heart Will Go On’, it was still an amazing look for Ms Haughton who was, at the time, the youngest artist to ever perform on the Academy stage. And oh did she make it count.

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From this performance, to the reception of her eponymous final record, all signs were pointing toward mega superstardom for this R&B princess.

15 years later, it’s hard to rationalise the loss of such a talent and we can’t stop imagining what the musical landscape would look like had she never left this earth.

Still, there’s some solace to be taken in the fact we still have showings such as this to cherish.

Your thoughts?

The stars shine for entertainment’s biggest calendar night – the 89th Annual Grammy Awards! Live from Los Angeles’ Hollywood & Highland Center, join That Grape Juice‘s peek at the industry’s biggest names just moments after they arrive to the scene.

See and sound off on Oscar fashion hits and misses below.

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Future looks set to pull off the rarest of feats.

For, the Turn Up connoisseur is on course to top the Billboard 200 with his sixth album ‘HNDRXX’ – just one week after his self titled fifth effort did the same.

Full story below…

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“Just call my name, and I’ll be there”

Such was the case Floyd Mayweather, who asked pal Mariah Carey to perform at his star-studded 40th birthday bash last night.

The diva supreme jetted, following a series of shows in Dubai, to perform ‘Happy Birthday’ for the outspoken boxer.

How did she do? Watch below to find out…

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Pregnancy isn’t putting a pause on Ciara’s flair for the spotlight.

The singer stepped out in style last night with husband Russell Wilson at Vanity Fair’s pre-Oscar gaga to celebrate ‘Hidden Figures’.

Together the pair soaked up the scene and posed it up with the movie’s star Taraji P. Henson.

The event is the latest in a long list of sightings of The Wilsons, whose new bundle of joy is expected imminently.

Peep more pics of Warner Bros’ newest roster addition below…

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Remy Ma sent shockwaves through the music industry last night when she fired off what some are calling a fatal shot to the career of Nicki Minaj.

Christened ‘Shether,’ the 7-minute massacre saw the former Terror Squad femcee take a holistic approach to slamming her rival. Indeed, no stone – whether professional or personal – was left unturned.

And the lashing continued during Remy’s live show in Philadelphia last night.

Taking to the stage, she spat another freestyle responding to Minaj’s

jab at her sales.

See what we mean below…

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‘Moonlight’ has emerged as one the biggest success stories in recent years.

A testament to the power of stellar storytelling, the independent flick – which explores Black homosexuality – has enjoyed a slow and steady ascend.

Last month saw its rise culminate in a Golden Globe win and tonight it’s in contention for a number of awards at the 2017 Oscars.

This week, That Grape Juice caught up one of ‘Moonlight’s lead actors Trevante Rhodes at the 2017 American Black Film Festival Honors to discuss the film’s resonating impact.

Rising star Rhodes also opened up about his exciting role in rebooted blockbuster ‘The Predator.’

Peep the interview above…

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Meek Mill‘s brand continues to find itself sullied by drama.

Slammed for the part he is said to have played in giving Remy Ma information on her friend turned foe Nicki Minaj, the rapper has now been scolded by thousands online after fresh footage of him surfaced online.

What happens in it?

An uncomfortable encounter between he and a homeless man.

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Is Kmart dispensing some bargain brand shade? Let the Barbz tell it the answer is “yes.”

Shade or maybe coincidence, an unofficial account (@KmartFashions) took to Twitter today – amidst Nicki Minaj having the worst day ever after a recently released diss track from Remy Ma – to reveal the retail giants will be discontinuing sales of her collection of clothing due to “dramatically low sales.”

Announcing a slash of prices on the urban-inspired wear, moments after fans uncovered the account was potentially a hoax they were stunned to learn the retail giants confirmed the departure of Minaj’s threads from their roster via their official account.

Opting not to clarify the exact reason, tuck in below to see how Kmart shared the news with its followers:

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Nicki Minaj wasn’t exactly lovin’ recent comments made by her ‘Touchin, Lovin’ co-star Trey Songz when he weighed in on the blistering beef between her and the rapstress Remy Ma.

As the internet is still catching its breath from Ma’s monstrous ‘Shether’ – a direct clap back at subliminal shots taken by Minaj – a line from the diss track alleges Songz engaged in a sexual encounter with the ‘Harajuku Barbie.’

Needless to say, the Young Money maven wasn’t pleased when the singer’s first response was not him denying the claim.  See the exchange inside:

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Turn on those grills, because it’s officially beef!

Remy Ma is fed up with the subliminals and has come swinging at Nicki Minaj with new diss track ‘Shether.’

Clocking in at 7+ minutes, the track arrives after Onika served up two back-to-back verses seemingly sending for the ‘All The Way Up’ femcee.

What are you waiting for? Listen below!

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