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It looks like a J. Cole-assisted music video was just what the doctor ordered for pop queen Janet Jackson.

Despite a quick slip out of the Hot 100 shortly after its debut, now – just two weeks after the diva unveiled the sleek visual for her long-awaited comeback single ‘No Sleeep’ – the tune’s been greeted with reawakened interest on the singles’ charts.

The rebound, fueled by its ongoing domination of rhythmic radio, has also been accompanied by a jump on virtually every applicable R&B chart:

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Now, find out where she landed on the Hot 100 this week:

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Following NeNe Leakes’ shock departure from ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ last month, all eyes have been on what the reality star’s next move would be.

Fast forward a few weeks and not only is the 45-year-old readying a game show with Betty White, she’s also been announced as a guest host on E!‘s revamped ‘Fashion Police.’

Details below…

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Fun video alert!

The Hip-Hop force that is Puff Daddy has released the visual for his brand new jam ‘Finna Get Loose’ with help from its featured act and producer Pharrell Williams.

Hype Williams whipped up fresh creative energy to direct the video and does his best to raise awareness for the single’s supporting album ‘No Way Out II’ which follows 1997’s ‘No Way Out.’

Ready to have a good time?

Get ‘Loose’ below…

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Ask and ye shall receive!

FOX have heard the calls from fans of cult hit ‘Prison Break’

Today the network announced that the hit escape drama will be back for a limited run.

More below, including news on the channel’s other new pick-up – another music drama from ‘Empire’ creator Lee Daniels.

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Cop a gander of JoJo!

The vocal powerhouse is all grown up and keen to show it.

Now aged 24, the singer embraces her womanhood in a newly unwrapped promo snap.

The image arrives as the star revealed her brand new website and updated all her social media handles this week (with ‘IAmJoJo’ serving as the unified phrase for all).

Reliable word has it that the roll0out precedes songbird’s long-awaited new single and album, which will stand as her first at new label nest, Atlantic Records.

As widely reported, JoJo had been prevented from releasing new music for several years due to a prolonged battle with former label Blackground. She earned her much deserved freedom in January of last year following a long legal showdown.

Needless to say, we can’t wait to hear the fruit of her studio labor. With all she’s been through, we’re confident the material will be blazing – both sonically and lyrically.

Pending its premiere, check out JoJo soar on TGJ’s original show, The Splash, below…

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It’s here!

Rita Ora has unleashed her blazing new single ‘Body On Me’ featuring R&B bad boy Chris Brown. Its first play came courtesy of Capital FM radio in the UK.

The Summer anthem is the first to be lifted from Ora’s debut US album, which is due in November via Roc Nation/Columbia.

Produced by The Monsterz, the hard-hitting track is already being hailed as Ora’s strongest effort yet. And we don’t disagree. It’s a bonafide banger!

Take a listen after the jump…

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FOX hit ‘Empire’ may be beefing up to 18 episodes for its second season, but we’re beginning to wonder how it’ll accommodate the growing list of stars on its cast.

Mariah Carey is the latest name confirmed to appear on the music drama’s sophomore run.

Details below…

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August 4th brought with it the New York City premiere of the latest big screen offering of Marvel‘s ‘Fantastic Four.’

The movie stars the African-American actor Michael B. Jordan as the Human Torch and was completed with a budget of $120 million.

Its release date? August 7th 2015.

Press play to catch Michael in promotional action below…

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VH1‘s ‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’ continues to dominate U.S. TV ratings this year!

Hit the link below to find out how and why the series topped Monday night’s cable ratings chart.

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Life is good for Will Smith.

Yes, after rubbishing reports his marriage was ending the superstar actor is in talks to star in the hotly-anticipated movie ‘Collateral Beauty.’

Details below…

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Robin Thicke journeys to the dance-floor with new jam ‘Back Together’ – and brings Nicki Minaj along for the ride.

The Pop kissed cut serves as the latest release to be lifted from the crooner’s new album ‘Morning Sun,’ which features production from the likes of Max Martin, DJ Mustard, Pharrell Williams, and Timbaland. 

After a rocky period (hello ‘Paula’), has Robin bagged himself a hit? You be the judge 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 – No Sleeep (ft. J.Cole)

2) Tiwa Savage – Illeke

3) Little Mix – Black Magic

4)  Ciara – One Woman Army

5) Leona Lewis – Thunder

 

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

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