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Tink’s ‘Million’ – with its dominant sample of R&B princess Aaliyah’s signature tune One In A Million‘ – has already won over fans and critics alike – even the most diehard of the fallen songstress’s.

Now, to push that winning streak into overdrive, the newcomer has tapped Benny Boom to direct the official accompanying video for the song, which premiered today.

See Timbaland’s protégée hard at work below:

 

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It looks like listeners have done everything but sleep on pop queen Janet Jackson‘s comeback single ‘No Sleeep’ as the slow groove has reawakened radio interest in the once ailing diva.

Making its official premiere on the Billboard Hot 100 this week, the Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis-helmed tune comes as the week’s only solo debut and notched the singer her 40th Hot 100 hit!

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After thrilling the 2015 BET Awards with the first live rendition of her new single ‘If I Don’t Have You’ – the second lifted from her third album ‘Calling All Lovers’ (due July 31) – Grammy-nominated R&B songstress Tamar Braxton is moving full speed ahead with its promotion via a 20’s-inspired music video.

Calling on help from reality TV gal pals NeNe Leakes, Shateria Moragne-el, Malika, and Khadijah Haqq, the visual will act as an homage of sorts to ‘Harlem Nights.’  But, before you can get your eyes and ears on the clip in full, check out this cute teaser lifted to ET today:

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ABC has fallen in love with former ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star NeNe Leakes.

How they let the world know about it?

By giving her her very own television show!

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Michael B. Jordan and Sylvester Stallone have teamed up to create ‘Creed’, the action movie inspired by the fictional athlete Apollo Creed.

The release makes its way to US theaters on November 25th and marks the latest project to be spawned from the iconic Rocky series. It comes courtesy of ‘Fruitvale Station’ director Ryan Coogler.

Its premise?

Adonis Johnson(MichaelB.Jordan)never knew his famous father,world heavy weight champion Apollo Creed, who died before he was born. Still, there’s no denying that boxing is in his blood, so Adonis heads to Philadelphia, the site of Apollo Creed’s legendary match with a tough upstart named Rocky Balboa.

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Beyonce continues to show love for the LGBT community.

Following last week’s historic ruling which saw same-sex marriage become legal in all US states, the ‘7/11’ singer employed said track to create her own celebration visual.

Watch the Queen Bey in action after the jump…

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Rihanna may be in all sorts of a mess with her mucky eighth album campaign, but her status as a singles force is not only secure – it’s unmatched.

Find out why below…

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Love is in the air for K. Michelle.

For after settling her feud with Tamar Braxton at the 2015 BET Awards, the soulful songbird revealed EXCLUSIVELY to That Grape Juice that she’s found a new beau in London.

The candid comment came during our chat with the ‘Can’t Raise A Man’ singer at the Atlantic Records / TIDAL BET Awards Afterparty.

Though coy, the star bluntly bared the fact that her British based boyfriend is one of reasons she’s set to relocate to the UK capital for a lengthy spell.

Beyond love, Michelle confirmed to us that the other reason is work. Recording has indeed commenced on her third studio album, which is presently set for a February 2016 release.

Check out the interview above and, as ever, let us know…

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The 2015 BET Awards provided many a buzz-worthy moment. One of the most notable was Janelle Monae and Jidenna‘s electrifying ‘Yoga’ showcase.

That Grape Juice’s Megan caught up with the Wondaland pair at the Atlantic Records/TIDAL BET Awards After-Party, where the duo dished on their performance, as well as their new ‘Eephus’ EP.
Jidenna, who is enjoying solo success with the captivating ‘Classic Man,’ also teased a collaboration with Kendrick Lamar – which we can’t wait to hear!

Check out the interview above…

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That Grape Juice was on-hand at the 2015 BET Awards!

There, we caught up with a long-list of stars from the realm of Urban entertainment – including rising rapper Tink.

The Timbaland protégé dished to us about her hotly anticipated debut album, ‘#ThinkTink,’ which she confirms is set for a Fall release.

Reliable word tells us the project is set to feature an all-star cast of producers and collaborators; and though the 20-year-old was coy about who will feature on the set, she did suggest she’d love to work with the likes of Drake. She also mused on the impact of Janet Jackson.

Hit ‘PLAY’ to check out our exclusive talk with Tink

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R&B princess Mila J is back in action.

The last few months saw things go a little quiet on the popularity front for the performer but that’s set to change with the unveiling of her latest single ‘Sorry.’

The cut drops as she continues to build material with the likes of DJ Mustard and Sam Hook and as her sister Jhene Aiko continues to rock and roll on the charts with the single ‘Post To Be.’

Is ‘Sorry’ comparable?

Find out below…

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Pharrell Williams has delivered a brand new video to the world!

Named ‘Freedom’ the song and its supporting video arrives just in time for the 4th of July after it was performed for the very first time during his set at the Glastonbury festival.

Press play to peep the Apple exclusive below…

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