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Hollywood always does Halloween big and 2016 did not disappoint.

A vast array of notable showbiz names took to social media to show off their creative costumes.

Who rocked it, though?

Peep the likes of Taraji P. Henson, Justin Timberlake, Lil Kim, Monica, The Kardashians, & more below and let us know!

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Alicia Keys uncages new album ‘HERE’ this Friday and continues her media charge a-front of V Magazine‘s latest issue.

The 15-time Grammy winner is one of five cover stars appearing on the publication’s latest edition, which spotlights “leaders shaping popular culture and carrying it into the future.”

Lensed by Inez and Vinoodh, the shot sees Keys re-affirm her make-up free motiv for the era’s campaign.

More after the jump…

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As reported, Adele appears in the newest issue of Vanity Fair magazine.

What the stunning cover shot doesn’t reveal is that the ‘Hello’ label-mate receives a feature intro from idol and label-mate Beyonce.

It makes for a compelling read, given that the British songbird cites Bey as “my Michael Jackson” within the same interview feature.

So what did Mrs Carter, who doesn’t “do” interviews these days, have to say?

Find out below!

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Cop a gander of Adele!

The chart titan gets her smize on a-front on the December issue of Vanity Fair magazine.

Cutting a striking figure, the Brit’s appearance serves as a rare one this year.

For, she’s largely spent 2016 touring following the gargantuan success of 2015’s ’25’ – which was recently certified Diamond for US sales of 10 million. The set has sold over 20 million copies worldwide. All in the space of a year.

Hotly tipped for Grammy success, is the 28-year-old superstar gearing up for another media sweep ahead of next February’s show?

There are murmurs of ‘Water Under The Bridge’ being the 4th single from ’25’ after it appeared on streaming sites alongside previous singles ‘Hello,’ ‘When We Were Young,’ and ‘Send My Love (To Your Lover).’

Time will tell how all plays out.

In the meanwhile watch ‘Hello’ below for no other reason than it still slays a year on…

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In 2015, several publications came under fire for “prematurely” announcing the release date for Rihanna‘s latest LP ‘ANTI.’

According to the star, the date said publications had shared with her fans (November 21st 2015) was inaccurate.

Today, documents obtained from her business partners at Samsung have revealed that they were right all along.

Full story below…

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Welcome to the latest edition ‘That Grape Juice A&R‘, the ‘TGJ’ original feature which sees us switch critic for creative and weigh in on the directions of our staple acts.

Who we’ve set our Evan Lipschutz-sized sights on this time? Christina Aguilera.

Since debuting in 1999, Xtina has established a success narrative that would theoretically make her an icon even if she were to never release another song.

And while that’s impressive in itself, we’re eager for new music from the 35-year-old. Especially in the wake of 2012’s ‘Lotus’ – which was was a solid album, but a diabolical “era.” Indeed, that campaign was characterised by minimal promo and questionable performances whenever they did occur. The end result, unsurprisingly, saw the LP become her worst selling yet.

Recent years have seen Aguilera assert that fresh material was on the horizon, but four years on, the ‘Lotus’ follow-up is still notable in its absence.

Is she being a “perfectionist” or is she stuck? Who knows, but if the latter we’re here to lend a helping hand.

Meet us below…

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Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj‘s latest collaborative cut ‘Side to Side’ is raking in major mula for the performers and the song’s other contributors.

Details below…

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Bruno Mars‘ bid to cast a ‘24k Magic‘ shadow over The Weeknd, Drake and Justin Bieber has been made easier with the organisers behind the ‘Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.’

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It appears there are upsides to being in the ‘Thick Of It’ for Mary J. Blige.

The crumbling of  the R&B royal’s marriage to Kendu Issacs has been a fixture in the media – specifically their bitter divorce.

With MJB maintaining a dignified silence of sorts, she’s left her feelings on wax and it’s making waves at radio. Literally.

Full story below…

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The Weeknd is about to extend all the way through 2017.

For, the eclectic crooner has announced his first headlining tour.

Erected in support of new album ‘Starboy,’ the global trek is aptly titled the ‘Starboy: Legend Of The Fall 2017 World Tour.’

Phase one of the North American and European spanning tour will kick off on Feb 17th in Stockholm, Sweden; it’ll also visit 14 additional cities across Europe including Paris, London, Amsterdam, Zurich, and Copenhagen.

The jaunt will then move onto North America in April, stopping in 25 cities across the U.S. and Canada. Included are Los Angeles, Brooklyn, Toronto, Montreal, Chicago, Washington DC, Seattle and more.

Want to know when Abel is rolling through your locale? Peep the dates below…

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Three generations of slay!

As reported, Beyonce took on Salt N’ Pepa for her Halloween 2016 ensemble.

Little did folk know that the superstar singer got her daughter Blue Ivy and mother Tina Knowles-Lawson involved in the fun too.

We’re not quite sure who’s Salt, who’s Pepa, and who’s Spinderella, but what is for sure is that the trio nailed it!

They posed it up at Angie Beyince‘s 80’s themed Halloween/Birthday bash, which was also attended by Jay Z.

Peep Bey’s pic-stitch after the jump…

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Diddy and his son Justin Combs took to Hollywood to throw Combs’ second annual ‘Halloween Bash.’

It was there, channeling DC Comics’ The Joker, Justin partied with the likes of the R&B singer Lyrica Anderson, Chris Brown, KeKe Palmer and ‘Love & Hip Hop’ player Hazel E.

Snaps from their ghoulish night out below…

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