Thanks to the #1 debut of their latest single, ‘Permission to Dance,’ K-Pop septet BTS have shattered a number of Hot 100 records.

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The BET Awards 2021 are almost upon us!

Set to air tonight live from LA’s Microsoft Theater, the show promises a host of must-see moments as it welcomes back live audiences for the first time since the global health crisis.

To celebrate this year’s installment of Culture’s Biggest Night (which boasts the theme ‘Year of the Woman’), That Grape Juice is counting down our Top BET Awards Moments from past ceremonies.

What are you waiting for? Check our picks out below…

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Miley Cyrus was nothing less than spectactular in her ‘Stand By You’ Pride concert special, now streaming on Peacock.

When not turning heads with her barely there or sometimes “way out there” costumes, the GRAMMY-nominee was delivering stunning renditions of some of her greatest hits including ‘The Climb’ and ‘Party in the USA.’

The magic didn’t stop there, however.

In addition to cranking out some of her own chart-toppers at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Cyrus tapped into the classics of a number of gay icons including Cyndi Lauper, Cher (as we reported here), and Queen of Pop Madonna (who recently made headlines for her own Pride extravaganza).

Curious to see how she handled the legendary diva’s ‘Music,’ ‘Express Yourself,’ and ‘Like a Prayer’?  Look inside to find out:

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When we last checked in with the best songs of 2020 in December, the world was a drastically different place.

Many music stars shied away from dropping major releases in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Flash-forward six months later and the music world is as bustling as ever.

Now, many genres – specifically Pop – are leaning on their most reliable stars for comfort. To which, they answered the call.

Find out which artist and songs made the cut for the best songs of 2021 so far…

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Last June seems as though it was a decade ago now. The world has come such a long way since then. While things are still far from what they used to be, there is a difference, even if slight.

The music world is springing back to life and with most major artists taking last year off – understandably so – one would think they would make their grand, gilded return this year. And yes, some have done that, but many still lay in wait for the perfect moment.

This has not been all bad, as new artists have taken the opportunity to rise and claim their place in the music realm, even if the some of the biggest names in music have made sure their names are still felt.

Join us below to find out which artists have made their presence known this year with the best albums of the year so far…

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3LW‘s introductory hit, 2000’s ‘No More (Baby I’ma Do Right),’ may have put Kiely Williams on the map alongside group members Adrienne Bailon and Naturi Naughton, but for Williams the blessing has also come as an enduring curse.

Over the last few years, the song’s resurged in popularity – not because of renewed interest but due to ridicule of her singing (namely the line ‘playa please’).

Fed up with the jokes, the now 34-year-old – hot on the promo trail for her new BET reality show ‘The Encore’ (which premiered June 9) – took to our friends at ET Online recently to combat the longstanding rumor that she has a speech impediment.

Hear it from her lips inside:

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Ever wondered what ‘Mean Girls’ would be like if its stars were in their golden years?  Thanks to the hilarious forthcoming film, ‘Queen Bees,’ you don’t have to wonder any more.

Toplined by legendary actors Ellen Burstyn, Loretta Devine, Elizabeth Mitchell, James Caan, Ann-Margret, Jane Curtin, Christopher Lloyd, and French Stewart, the all-star senior ensemble assembled to prove that some habits – including the pursuit of popularity and acceptance – die hard.

Due in theaters and on demand June 11, look inside for the official trailer to the Michael Lembeck-directed ‘retirement community comedy.’

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Fans hoping to see Lady Gaga at ‘The Chromatica Ball’ tour will have to wait a while longer.

Full story below…

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Cop a gander of Katy Perry!

The Pop force stuns on the cover of L’Officiel‘s Summer 2021 issue.

Glowing in earnest, the singer styled and profiled in the Greg Swales lensed shoot.

Within her feature, the 36-year-old opened up about her forthcoming Las Vegas residency ‘Play,’ becoming a mother to Daisy Bloom, her plans beyond music, and using her platform to advocate for causes she believes in.

Pics and quotes below…

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Willow Smith is rocking out in the latest set of visuals for her song, ‘Transparent Soul.’ 

The clip sees the singer on stage before she winds her way through the crowd, where she meets a mysterious figure. She goes on to make an emotion connection with it and it follows her out of the club.

Smith unleashed the song earlier this month. The track features Travis Barker of Blink-182 fame.

‘Transparent Soul’ will appear on her upcoming album, which is set to feature various collaborations.

Check out the eclectic video below…

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In case you thought otherwise, Michelle Williams is booked and busy!

Hot on the promo trail for her new book, ‘Checking In,’ the singer is up and at ’em in promotion of the semi-biographical, uplifting recount of her public and private struggles with depression. Released May 25, the last few weeks have seen Williams on the high profile promo circuit to not only spread awareness about the book but also to break the stigmas attached to mental health.

Did you miss her stops by ‘Good Morning America,’ ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show,’ ‘Dr. Oz,’ ‘US Weekly,’ and more? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered.

Check in inside:

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Welcome to the latest
TGJ Roundtable!

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, Rashad, Joe, and Ryan – get real in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor their thoughts on the…

Billboard Music Awards 2021

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