The credits are soon to be rolling on the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards.
Aired live from The Forum in Los Angeles, the action-packed extravaganza boasted many a memorable moment.
With all eyes on who took home which honor, did your favourite win any of the coveted Moonmen?
Meet us below to find out!
The 2017 MTV Video Music Awards are currently underway at The Forum in Los Angeles. As ever, That Grape Juice will be providing you with performances as they occur!
Check out showings from Cardi B, Katy Perry, Kendrick Lamar, and more below. Keep refreshing, as we’ll be updating minute-by-minute…
Much of America may be looking to the skies today thanks to the solar eclipse, but they – along with the rest of the world – will have their attention firmly on the VMAs stage this Sunday.
Taking place live from The Forum in Los Angeles, the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards promises a variety of memorable moments.
Katy Perry has been tapped to host, while the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Fifth Harmony, The Weekend and Video Vanguard honoree Pink are set to take to the stage.
Now a new list of names have joined the performer line-up.
Find out who they are below…
It’s that time of year again.
The MTV Video Music Awards 2017 will be heating up screens on August 27th live from The Forum in Los Angeles.
Hailed as one of the most important days on the Pop music calendar, all eyes are on who is up for coveted Moonmen at the show’s 33rd instalment. Especially with MTV eliminating gendered categories.
Kendrick Lamar leads with 8 noms, with Katy Perry and The Weeknd following with five apiece. But what about the rest of the list?
Without further ado, the answer awaits below…
Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!
Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes” about the hottest topics.
Now, we give you a front row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, David, Rashad, and Joe – get real in a very candid way.
Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor their thoughts on the…
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Last night’s show stood as the first since exec Stephen Hill‘s departure so I, like many, expected major changes to the spectacle.
On a positive front, Remy Ma’s win, the New Edition tribute and the focus on Urban music’s “new” wave of stars (see SZA) stood as three of the night’s many highlights for me.
That being said, there were a number of performances which felt more filler than they did thriller, lacking the trending-topic generating moments the likes of Ciara, Beyonce and Nicki Minaj have delivered in the past.
As for the Xscape reunion?
It was an awesome reminder of the group’s impact, talent (and on all tips) superiority over their predecessors, who arguably lack the vocal prowess and professional polish the group showcased – even with a few unfortunate hiccups from Kandi Burruss.
In short, I enjoyed the show but don’t think it was as good as last year’s.
A score out of 10? 6.
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The BET Awards this year could have been renamed “the gift that keeps on giving.” Put simply, the ceremony was phenomenal.
First thing is first, you can never go wrong when you book Bruno Mars to kick-off a show.
I felt very elated seeing Solange and SZA finally getting the recognition they deserve; the girls felt, looked and were treated like rock stars.
On the throwback front, the uncles and aunties showed up and showed out! New Edition’s presence on the BET stage felt like the most natural thing and clearly the audience enjoyed, while the ladies of Xscape reminded the world that they weren’t flash in the pan or just reality TV celebrities but bonafide powerhouses. How refreshing seeing Kandi and Tiny celebrated for their tremendous talent once again.
Trey Songz forgettable performance was eclipsed by Chris Brown’s stellar showing, Khalid is really one to watch and that was made official at yesterday night’s event; and of course Maxwell remains the master of crooning.
A shout out to the creative directors who have blatantly upped the ante with the visuals and the staging. Long gone it seems are the days where rappers came armed with nothing but their hype man: Big Sean, French Montana, Kendrick Lamar, Future and Migos served vivid and edgy visuals.
The VMA’s ought to watch out: the BET Awards are slowly but surely becoming THE definitive music awards show ceremony for the millennials.
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Do you agree with our picks? Who was spot on? Let us know your thoughts on the latest TGJ Roundtable and your thoughts on the 2017 BET Awards.
The BET Awards 2017 certainly provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.
Now, after show-stopping performances from Maxwell, Mary J. Blige, Bruno Mars, and more, see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!
A full winner’s list awaits below:
This Sunday brings with it the 2017 BET Awards and producers are bringing out even more superstars to mark the occasion.
Mary J. Blige leads the latest wave of names on the performer bill.
The newest bill adds reunited R&B outfit Xscape, Maxwell, SZA, A$AP Rocky, French Montana, Gucci Mane, Swae Lee, Khalid, El DeBarge and Kamasi Washington.
The group join previously announced performers Bruno Mars, Tamar Braxton, Trey Songz, Future, Migos.
Additional names recently confirmed to rock the house include Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Big Sean, Post Malone, Roman Gianarthur, and Lifetime Achievement recipients New Edition.
Comedienne Leslie Jones will host the BET Awards live from the Microsoft Theater on June 25th. Beyonce and Bruno Mars lead the nominations.
SZA‘s ‘CTRL’ is expected to welcome modest opening week sales in the United States this week.
Supported by the single ‘Drew Barrymore’, the soulful set made its way to retailers on June 9th 2017 and received a score of 86/100 on Metacritic .
Its projected opening week number?
Sales Plus Streams are set to place the project at #4 with numbers north of 48,000 units.
It’s that time of year again!
The BET Awards 2017 are set to air live from the Microsoft Theater at L.A Live on Sunday June 25th.
As always, all eyes are on who’ll be up for nominations at Urban entertainment’s biggest calendar night.
Well, wonder no more. For, the nominees list has been revealed. Beyonce – whose ‘Lemonade’ album was named the top-telling US LP of 2016 – leads with a seismic seven. Her Super Bowl comrade Bruno Mars earned several honors too.
What are you waiting for? The full list awaits below…
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
BEYONCÉ
KEHLANI
MARY J. BLIGE
RIHANNA
SOLANGE
Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
BRUNO MARS
CHRIS BROWN
THE WEEKND
TREY SONGZ
USHER
Best Group
2 CHAINZ & LIL WAYNE
A TRIBE CALLED QUEST
FAT JOE & REMY MA
MIGOS
RAE SREMMURD
Best Collaboration
BEYONCÉ FT. KENDRICK LAMAR – FREEDOM
CHANCE THE RAPPER FT. 2 CHAINZ & LIL WAYNE – NO PROBLEM
CHRIS BROWN FT. GUCCI MANE & USHER – PARTY
DJ KHALED FT. BEYONCÉ & JAY Z – SHINING
MIGOS FT. LIL UZI VERT – BAD AND BOUJEE
RAE SREMMURD FT. GUCCI MANE – BLACK BEATLES
Best Male Hip-Hop Artist
BIG SEAN
CHANCE THE RAPPER
DRAKE
FUTURE
J. COLE
KENDRICK LAMAR
Best Female Hip-Hop Artist
CARDI B
MISSY ELLIOTT
NICKI MINAJ
REMY MA
YOUNG M.A.
Video of the Year
BEYONCÉ – SORRY
BIG SEAN – BOUNCE BACK
BRUNO MARS – 24K MAGIC
MIGOS FT. LIL UZI VERT – BAD AND BOUJEE
SOLANGE – CRANES IN THE SKY
Video Director of the Year
BENNY BOOM – KEHLANI “CRZY”
BRUNO MARS & JONATHAN LIA – BRUNO MARS “THAT’S WHAT I LIKE”
DIRECTOR X – ZAYN MALIK “LIKE I WOULD”
HYPE WILLIAMS – TYGA “GUCCI SNAKES FT. DESIIGNER”
KAHLIL JOSEPH & BEYONCÉ KNOWLES-CARTER – BEYONCÉ “SORRY”
Best New Artist
21 SAVAGE
CARDI B
CHANCE THE RAPPER
KHALID
YOUNG M.A.
Album of the Year
24K MAGIC – BRUNO MARS
4 YOUR EYEZ ONLY – J. COLE
A SEAT AT THE TABLE – SOLANGE
COLORING BOOK – CHANCE THE RAPPER
LEMONADE – BEYONCÉ
Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award
CECE WINANS – NEVER HAVE TO BE ALONE
FANTASIA FT. TYE TRIBBETT – I MADE IT
KIRK FRANKLIN FT. SARAH REEVES, TASHA COBBS & TAMELA MANN – MY WORLD NEEDS YOU
LECRAE – CAN’T STOP ME NOW (DESTINATION)
TAMELA MANN – GOD PROVIDES
Best Actress
GABRIELLE UNION
ISSA RAE
JANELLE MONÁE
TARAJI P. HENSON
VIOLA DAVIS
Best Actor
BRYSHERE Y. GRAY
DENZEL WASHINGTON
DONALD GLOVER
MAHERSHALA ALI
OMARI HARDWICK
YoungStars Award
ACE HUNTER
CALEB MCLAUGHLIN
JADEN SMITH
MARSAI MARTIN
YARA SHAHIDI
Best Movie
FENCES
GET OUT
HIDDEN FIGURES
MOONLIGHT
THE BIRTH OF A NATION
Sportswoman of the Year Award
GABBY DOUGLAS
SERENA WILLIAMS
SIMONE BILES
SKYLAR DIGGINS
VENUS WILLIAMS
Sportsman of the Year Award
CAM NEWTON
LEBRON JAMES
ODELL BECKHAM JR.
RUSSELL WESTBROOK
STEPHEN CURRY
Centric Award
FANTASIA – SLEEPING WITH THE ONE I LOVE
KEHLANI – DISTRACTION
MARY J. BLIGE – THICK OF IT
SOLANGE – CRANES IN THE SKY
SYD – ALL ABOUT ME
YUNA – CRUSH FT. USHER
Coca-Cola Viewers’ Choice Award
BEYONCÉ – SORRY
BRUNO MARS – 24K MAGIC
DRAKE – FAKE LOVE
MIGOS FT. LIL UZI VERT – BAD AND BOUJEE
RAE SREMMURD FT. GUCCI MANE – BLACK BEATLES
THE WEEKND FT. DAFT PUNK – STARBOY
Best International Act: Europe
BOOBA (France)
MHD (France)
CRAIG DAVID (UK)
EMELI SANDÉ (UK)
GIGGS (UK)
SKEPTA (UK)
STORMZY (UK)
WILEY (UK)
Best International Act: Africa
AKA (South Africa)
BABES WODUMO (South Africa)
DAVIDO (Nigeria)
NASTY C (South Africa)
STONEBWOY (Ghana)
TEKNO (Nigeria)
WIZKID (Nigeria)
MR EAZI (Nigeria)
Calvin Harris has been heating up the airwaves with an array of new music. Yet, until now, little had been divulged about an attached album.
All that changed moments ago when Scottish hitmaker formally announced new LP ‘Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1’ (due June 30th).
Aptly titled, the project houses previously heard collaborations with Frank Ocean and Migos (‘Slide’) and the Ariana Grande, Pharrell, and Young Thug cut (‘Heatstroke’). Both of which boast similar funk-driven sound.
Per the LP’s announcement video, it’s been confirmed that other major names will feature on the set including Nicki Minaj, Katy Perry, Kehlani, Future, and John Legend.
Check out the clip and full list below…
ALBUM COMING JUNE 30 pic.twitter.com/zHJpBRdpqq
— Calvin Harris (@CalvinHarris) May 9, 2017
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An eclectic list.
What’s more, a few names on it are in need of the size of hit Calvin is accustomed to producing. So the months ahead should be quite interesting.
Katy Perry‘s beloved fanbase, affectionately called #KatyCats, have been clawing at the singer’s wig since she announced her new single, ‘Bon Appetit’ (due April 28), will feature chart-topping rappers Migos (not Ariana Grande as previous rumors suggested).
The Atlantan trio, best known for their #1 smash, ‘Bad & Boujee,’ found themselves on the bad side of some of their fans after they slammed singer/rapper iLoveMakonnen for coming out of the closet (click here to read more on that). While the incident is nearly 3 months old, fans of the ‘Chained to the Rhythm’ singer have not forgotten – a feat evidenced by the host of fiery tweets aimed at her before the tune’s unveiling.
See the latest inside:
Much ado has been made of Nicki Minaj and Eminem‘s epic collaboration ‘Roman’s Revenge’, most especially the not-so-subtle jabs Minaj appeared to be taking at a certain Lil’ Kim.
However, in a recent interview with DJ Khalid (spotted over at our girl Necole Bitchie), Minaj denied the song was directed at pint-sized Kim. In fact, she denied it was directed at anybody (in-particular).
Find out what she had to say after the jump…
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