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At this point, it’s clear Mariah Carey has a PHD in throwing shade.

Hence it’s no surprise that the seasoned diva didn’t disappoint when drilled about Donald Trump in a new interview with Sky News.

Mimi is hot on the promotional trail for her European ‘Sweet Sweet Fantasy’ arena tour, which kicks off next month.

Watch below as waxes honest about Trump, the trek, Hilary Clinton, and more…

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The RIAA‘s controversial inclusion of streaming in album certifications has drawn critique from many corners – including the head of Kendrick Lamar‘s Top Dawg Entertainment record label.

Details below…

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With Hollywood’s diversity (or the lack there of) at the centre of debate these days, Vanity Fair assert their stance with the striking cover for their March 2016 issue.

Billed as the publication 22nd Annual Oscar Extravaganza, the issue prominently features Emmy winner Viola Davis.

The ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ actress is joined a-front of the issue by Jane Fonda, Cate Blanchett, and Jennifer Lawrence

Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o also appears within the inner pages.

Check out the captivating full cast snap, lensed by Annie Leibovitz, below…

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For Rihanna‘s new album ‘ANTI,’ it would appear the truth – and not TIDAL – will set it free.

Released Thursday to much chaos (see: early leak), confusion has encased the true commercial performance of the project ever since.

On the one hand, Jay Z‘s streaming claims 400,000 “bought” the LP (beyond the million free downloads it offered), while the RIAA went on to certify the project Platinum after just 24 hours.

However, with a lukewarm launch iTunes (where the album was made available to purchase a day after its TIDAL arrival) and no physical copies in stores (yet), all eyes have been on the first week predictions.

Well, wonder no more. Because, the first ‘ANTI’ sales predictions await below…

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Cop a gander of Christina Aguilera!

The vocal powerhouse glows gorgeously a-front of the March 2016 issue of Women’s Health magazine.

Xtina is poised for a potent media push in the weeks and months ahead as she makes her grand return to The Voice (sigh) and gears up to release her new album (yay).

Pending then, check out more from the sassy shoot below…

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The streaming revolution continues!

Fresh from the furore that arose when the RIAA certified Rihanna‘s free album ‘ANTI’ Platinum for sales of 1 million, the industry force has announced radical new plans that will only add to the heated debate.

Details below…

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Rita Ora hit headlines last December when she sued for her release from longtime label Roc Nation.

As widely reported, the London bred star (who has 5 UK #1’s and  1 US top 5 to her name) has been signed to the Jay Z helmed imprint since 2009 – and after much ado finally looked set to release her first Stateside album early this year.

However, said plans were dashed into disarray after the filing of her suit – which argued that she was essentially self-funding her releases as the label were focussing on other ventures (see: TIDAL, Roc Nation Sports).

In the months since, little else had been divulged, with fans left speculating the status of the case after Ora was immediately removed from the roster page on the Roc site.

Today, though, things seem to have taken an ugly turn…

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Rihanna is heading to a store near you!

Find out when you can get your hands on physical copies of her latest album ‘ANTI’ below…

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Did you miss the release of Dawn Richard‘s latest number ‘Not Above That’?

Good news. We’ve got you covered!

The song leads the way for the third and final piece of her ‘Blackheart’-backed musical trilogy and supports her forthcoming U.S. tour set to kick off this March.

Ready to enjoy the latest piece of Richard’s ‘RED‘ pie?

Tuck in below…

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Zayn Malik has taken full advantage of R&B’s return to radio….and it’s set to pay off big time.

Find out how and why 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) Coldplay & Beyonce – Hymn For The Weekend

2) Rihanna – Kiss It Better

3) Sia – Cheap Thrills

4) Bryson Tiller – Don’t

5) Zayn Malik – Pillowtalk

 

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

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Trey Songz fans are getting blessed with yet another visual from his November 2015 mixtape ‘To Whom It May Concern.’  After kicking off his new year with a visual for the fan favorite ‘Blessed,’ the R&B crooner is back with  ‘Everybody Say’ (featuring Dave East, DJ Drama, and MikexAngel).

With bad b*tches, gold grillz, and liquor flowing in tow, Songz’ newest visual offering comes as everything except a departure from his standard fare – a truth, we must say, we’re hoping isn’t the case when his next studio LP (‘Tremaine’) hits stores.

Until then…

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