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Ke$ha was dealt a devastating blow in a New York courtroom moments ago.

The Pop star’s entire case against Dr. Luke and Sony Music has been thrown out after a judge disagreed with her claims that she is a “slave” to the hitmaker.

Prior to now, the singer tried to get an emergency order giving her the right to get out of her Sony contract on grounds Dr. Luke allegedly raped her and that the label was tormenting her by holding her to the deal.

As widely reported, that argument was rejected in February.

Find out what the other components of the fuller case were and why it was not upheld below…

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Jennifer Lopez is revving up the promotional machine for spicy new single ‘Ain’t Your Mama’ – her first release upon returning to Epic Records. 

As reported first here on That Grape Juice, the diva will unleash the song live on the American Idol series finale tomorrow night. Immediately following, the high octane cut will land on iTunes and all digital retailers.

Having built a career on amplification of the visual, J.Lo continues with this release.

Peep her vision on the cut’s official artwork below…

 

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Versatility defines Fantasia‘s sound and its’s a trait she showcases in earnest on new song ‘Ugly.’

Lifted from her forthcoming new album, the anthemic ballad will receive the live treatment tomorrow night, when the American Idol champion returns to the show for its series finale.

Get all the way familiar with the Ms. Barrino’s latest number ahead of its Idol showcase below…

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As the next in line to inherit a throne currently occupied by Beyonce, the pressure is on Tinashe to deliver the goods with her second studio LP ‘Joyride.

So, determined to ensure she impresses those who are eager to see her win, she has decided to pull the plug on her ‘Joyride World Tour’ to complete the album.

Full story below…

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Pop powerhouse JoJo delivered a super-charged showing when kicking off season 3 of ’The Splash’ on That Grape Juice.

Surrounded by an audience comprised of her biggest fans, the vocal wonder wowed with soulful renditions of songs from her amply praised ’Tringle.’

One of said cuts is ‘When Love Hurts,’ which she performed in stripped-down form.

Shortly after she helped fan Jack propose to his longterm girlfriend in a moment that is all-sorts of a must see. Watch above and…

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Its big budget video and insanely infectious hook makes Iggy Azalea‘s ‘Team’ one of 2016’s more exciting new releases.

Alas, that’s done little to stop the single from slipping and sliding its way out of the Billboard Hot 100.

Full story below…

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Naomi Campbell‘s role on the TV series ‘Empire‘ is to thank for the string of  interviews the supermodel delivered to fans recently.

One of these conversations, much to the delight of her fans, saw her speak openly about her rumoured relationship with the actor Idris Elba as well as weigh in on the debate surrounding “plus-sized women” in the modelling industry.

What she had to say about both makes the interview waiting below one nobody should miss out on.

Press play to catch her in action with ‘Sway in the Morning’ after the leap…

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Tinashe‘s ‘Joyride’ era may be off to a worrying start but that’s done all of nothing to stop her efforts to promote the forthcoming set.

Her latest stop? San Diego, where she performed the U.S. National Anthem for the Dodgers Opening Day.

There, following in the footsteps of rivals Beyonce & Ciara, she performed the number for sports-loving fans after launching the ‘Joyride Tour’ and before she hopes to impact the Billboard Hot 100 with new material.

Press play below…

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Mariah Carey’s ‘Sweet Sweet Fantasy Tour’ continues to rock and roll across Europe to support what many will hope her first commercially successful album since 2005’s ‘The Emancipation of Mimi.’

How she’s faring?Very well, flaunting a new physique, clean and well-produced vocals and a hit-kissed set list.

Watch her in action below…

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Fans of ‘New Agenda’ performer Janet Jackson will be elated to learn that her ‘Unbreakable World Tour’ has been just as successful on a commercial front as it has been critically.

How so? The star recouped the amount she spent on the live show long before its European leg was due to start.

Now, the entertainer has released a new message which hints that she may also have good reason to celebrate on a personal front.

Pop open the oven door to peep Jackson’s new bun below…

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It’s that time again! That Grape Juice wants to see what you all are listening to. Which 5 tracks have you got on constant rotation at the moment?

Remember, it doesn’t have to be limited to Urban music; could be something new, Throwback, religious, even something you made yourself! Drop a comment in the comments section. Ours are below – in no particular order:

1) Janet Jackson – Damnn Baby (Video Edit)

2) Zayn Malik – Like I Would

3) JoJo – Save My Soul

4) Gwen Stefani – Misery

5) All Saints – One Strike

 

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

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Tonight marked the return of BET’s highly anticipated ode to women of color ‘Black Girls Rock.’

Much like its ‘BET Honors’ counterpart, the event enlists some of music’s best and brightest performers to serenade and shine light on women of color who have made impacts on and in their respective personal and professional communities.

Airing moments ago, the Tracee Ellis Ross hosted showing honored R&B legend Gladys Knight, Grammy-winning hitmaker Rihanna, and so many more.

Tuck in below to see the highlights from one of entertainment’s biggest nights:

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