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’re working on trying to keep still while listening to ‘Work It’ – the lead single from Missy Elliott‘s 2002 album, ‘Under Construction’ (read more about it here).  Crafted by Elliott and longtime collaborator Timbaland, the synth-heavy bop leapt onto the mid-September charts of that year.  Barely a month later it reached the #2 spot where it would stay for a record 10 weeks.

Held at bay by Grammy-winning rapper Eminem and his #1 hit ‘Lose Yourself,’ ‘Work’s inability to top the Hot 100 hardly made it a failure.  With its charismatic video showing off Elliott’s jaw-dropping weight loss, creativity, and festive dance moves to help it, the tune went on to gain platinum status.

Relive the magic and tuck in below to see who joined Em and M.E. on the singles chart this week 14 years ago:

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Fifth Harmony‘s smash hit single ‘Work From Home’ has reached a major milestone in the United Kingdom!

Good news below…

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DJ Mustard has a lot to smile about.

In a time when folk are questioning the existence of “super producers,” the California native is proving himself music’s go-to hitmaker.

Having crafted smashes for the likes of Rihanna, Fergie, and Tinashe, Mustard is spreading more of his magic in the form of new album ‘Cold Summer.’

Boasting collaborations with the likes of Nicki Minaj, John Legend, YG, and Rick Ross, that set has earned him praise aplenty.

That Grape Juice caught up with the turn-up king to discuss the project, his rise to prominence, working on Rihanna‘s ‘ANTI,’ Beyonce, future plans, and much more.

Get to know DJ Mustard all the more after the jump…

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It’s almost time for Bruno Mars fans!

The funk connoisseur will hope to make it rain and reign on the charts with new album ’24k Magic,’ which arrives in stores tomorrow.

Since blazing back onto the scene with the LP’s title track last month, Bruno and co have been on an aggressive promotional push. One which has seen them hit many a stage in many a country.

It’s also seen him pose a-front of a number of publications – the latest being NME. Peep the cover above.

With more high-profile promo slots ahead (including this Sunday’s AMAs), all eyes will be on Mars’ sales come next week.

Pending then, watch him action below…

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As the New Year looms, so too do new horizons for R&B singer Monica.

Because, in a surprise announcement, the Grammy winner revealed today that she is leaving RCA Records – her label since the start of her career.

Full story below…

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It’s no simple task for one to obtain a chiseled physique like ‘Last Year Was Complicated’ crooner Nick Jonas, but he certainly makes it look so in the forthcoming issue of ‘Mens Fitness’ magazine (as we reported here).

But, for fans unwilling to wait until November 21st when the new issue of the mag hits shelves, you’re invited to take a sneak peek behind-the-scenes at the making of the sizzling shots.

See Jonas drop jaws below:

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2016 has not been the best year for Grammy-nominated rapstress Iggy Azalea..and it’s not over yet.

After highly publicized feuds with fellow femcee Azealia Banks, ex-fiance Nick Young, rap connoisseurs, and possibly Black America in general, now the ‘Team’ hitmaker has offended a team of animal rights activists who want to see her make a public apology for the photo above.

Details inside:

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If rapper M.I.A. wanted to make sure she lived up to her namesake after her final album, released earlier this year, she has done it by infuriating not one, but two of the most dedicated fanbases in music – Beyonce‘s #Beyhive & Rihanna‘s #Navy.

Taking to ‘Q Magazine’ the Brit-bred femcee adds Queen of Pop and ‘Give Me All Your Luvin’ co-star Madonna to the mix of her aim:

 “I’m fine with Madonna or Beyonce or Rihanna being ‘inspired’ by my work, but I would like them to then go, ‘Yeah, this immigrant who came out of nowhere influenced us, so maybe not all of them are fucking terrible.”

She continued stating:

 “They go, ‘Yeah, maybe me stealing the stuff says she’s all right. She should be thankful we’re stealing it. Beyonce comes from the school of Michael Jackson-ness. Where the family built an entire world to support you. From when you were a child. I never had that luxury.”

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If there’s one thing that’s apparent about Phaedra Parks, it’s that she’s a wordsmith.

Indeed, as anyone who’s watched the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ can attest, the multi-dimensional diva throws shade with dart-like precision.

Just ask cast-mate Kandi Burruss, whose Mom (Mama Joyce) was at the receiving end of a stinging jab.

Details below…

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Two days remain until Britney Spears lifts the lid on the video for new single ‘Slumber Party’ featuring Tinashe.

And so as to whet appetites, a sneak peek has begun doing the rounds on TV.

Fret not, though, because we have the clip ready to watch right here.

Watch the ladies get all sorts of close in a preview of the latest ‘Glory’ visual after the jump…

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Madonna is the latest high-profile talent to buckle up for James Corden‘s Carpool Karaoke.

Details below…

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As the age old adage goes, a problem shared is a problem halved. And for over 20 years, that’s exactly what Mary J. Blige‘s relationship with her fans has been rooted in.

It’s little wonder, then, why the singer is drawing strength from her legion of loyal supporters during her on-going divorce with ex Kendu Issacs.

Today saw the Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul visit Good Morning America to promote new single ‘Thick Of It’ and her ‘King & Queen Of Hearts Tour’ with Maxwell.

During her appearance, Mary not only performed, she opened up about the break-up.

All awaits after the jump…

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