In an age in which the industry had the money to turn artists into Pop demi-gods Madonna and Michael Jackson reigned supreme.

Alas, as if often the case in the music industry, the pair’s seemingly sweet relationship was anything but once prying eyes and telling cameras were out of the picture.

For, as his sister Janet found herself weathering a secret feud with Prince, Michael faced a similar problem with the ‘Justify My Love’ star.

Yet to hear the secret recordings in which he revealed how he truly felt about her?

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Did jealousy lie at the heart of the pair’s rivalry?

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Camila Cabello continues to live out her solo destiny.

As reported, the former Fifth Harmony star is fronting a major campaign for GUESS‘ Fall 2017 range. And now, with the roll-out underway, more pics have been released.

Sporting the line in the sassy snaps, the 20-year-old can be seen cosying up to model Alex Dellisola.

The venture forms part of a potent push for Cabello, whose new single ‘Crying In The Club’ is out now. For, she’s in the midst of a promo run and will be hitting the road as an opener on the US leg of Bruno Mars‘ ’24k Magic World Tour.’

Peep more of the rising star below…

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With decades of timeless crossover hits to their credit, Gospel royals The Clark Sisters are no strangers to not only impacting generations of gospel music lovers, but also hearing their influence expand to countless R&B, soul, and even hip-hop stars.

As their enduring legacy has seen shoutouts from top divas Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, & Mary J. Blige to samples of their gospel hits found in tunes from the likes of Aaliyah, Missy Elliott, and many more, fans were pleasantly surprised to learn Beyonce and Jay Z recently added their names to the list of high profile stars giving the Clarks their due nods.

The Hollywood power couple recently sampled the group’s tune ‘Ha Ya (Eternal Life)’ for ‘Family Feud’ – a personal collaboration on Jay’s ‘4:44’ album that dishes on the Carter family life and even addresses rumored infidelity.  And, while Twitter absolutely exploded at the reference (immediately picking up the Clarks distinct sound from the sample), the legends themselves had quite the interesting weigh in to add to the hoop-la.

Look below for their responses:

Wow!!! who would’ve thought this phenomenal Artist would use our songs. Thank you Jay Z & @beyonce ????

A post shared by Karen Clark Sheard (@karenclarksheard) on Jun 30, 2017 at 3:03pm PDT

Haven’t heard ‘Family Feud’ yet?  Click here to listen.

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Just a day after setting fire to the Internet with claims she may never tour again, ‘Set Fire to the Rain’ singer Adele has ignited an outpouring of sympathy with the announcement she is cancelling the last two dates of her wildly successful self-titled tour (in support of her diamond-selling third album, ’25’).

The shows – set for London’s Wembley Stadium – came after the singer/songwriter had already performed to record breaking crowds of nearly 100,000 fans across Wednesday and Thursday night.  Now,  just ahead of Saturday and Sunday’s showings, Addy took to social media to post a lengthy apology letter to her supporters indicating she was ‘devastated’ by doctor’s orders to discontinue the trek at the risk of further damaging her prized vocal cords.

Read it below:

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On the last day of June fans of June’s Diary were gifted with news the talented fivesome unlocked their first ever mixtape, ‘Male Edition.’

The group – birthed from a nationwide talent call by R&B diva Kelly Rowland and famed creative director/choreographer Frank Gatson – have been turning heads with their airtight harmonies and soaring vocal displays since hitting the scene last year.  One listen to ‘Edition’ proves this is a trend they intend to continue.

Featuring a slew of tributes to influential male groups like Jagged Edge, The Beatles, and Jodeci, ‘Edition’ – kicked off by the quintet’s kickass remake of latter’s 1991 hit ‘Stay’ – remixes and reintroduces some of yesteryear’s biggest male hits to a modern audience.

Curious to hear whose hits made the final cut for ‘Male Edition’?  It awaits below for your listening pleasure:

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While the world awaits the first glimpse of Beyonce and JAY-Z‘s new twins, a new report is heavily hinting at their names.

According to TMZ, the company that looks after the image rights for power couple just filed trademarks for Rumi Carter and Sir Carter.

Interestingly, the trademarks are for fragrances, cosmetics, key chains, baby teething rings, strollers, mugs, water bottles, hair ribbons, playing cards, tote bags, sports balls and rattles and other novelty items.

The Carters, who reportedly welcomed a boy and girl, made a similar move following the birth of their now five year old daughter Blue Ivy. 

For what it’s worth, Rumi means “beauty” in both Japanese and Bengali. As for Sir? That just has a cool ring to it.

In any case, with this now “out” in the media, surely confirmation is imminent? Stay tuned.

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If, like us, you’re hooked on Netflix series ‘Dear White People,’ then get ready because there’s more on the way!

Fans of the comedy, which is a serialised version of the like-titled movie, have been waiting with bated breath for news on a renewal.

Today saw their patience rewarded; Netflix have confirmed that they’ve officially picked up the show for a second season.

Set for a 2018 return, its sophomore run goes into production later this year.

The satirical show, which explores racial differences in an Ivy League university, has proven wildly popular with critics.

However, prior to today’s announcement, it’s future seemed uncertain.

The nature of the Netflix model sees the streaming giant opt not to release viewership numbers, meaning it’s hard to gage how well a show is – or isn’t – doing. And, with the recent axing of popular titles ‘The Get Down’ and  ‘Stranger Things,’ guaranteed renewals are never a cert.

Nonetheless, we’re ecstatic that the Logan Browning led show is back! It’s all sorts of gripping.

Roll on 2018!

2018. Dear White People season 2. Don't @ me. pic.twitter.com/bAkUxWUQE3

— Dear White People (@DearWhitePeople) June 30, 2017

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Readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.

So, just as our retrospective features ‘From the Vault’ and ‘TGJ Replay’ allow us the chance to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday of one artist, our newest feature Chart Rewind – a variation of our current Retro Rewind assay – accedes salutes to an entire era of music history.

This week we’ll take it back to ‘Don’t Take It Personal,’ the debut single from R&B veteran Monica.  The inaugural release from her first studio album, ‘Miss Thang,’ ‘Personal’ (Just One of Dem Days) – written and produced by Dallas Austin and more – shot the Atlantan singer from near obscurity to household name status (especially among R&B lovers of the time).  Lauded for her maturity and sass, the then 14-year-old saw her introductory title zoom to the top of R&B charts shortly after its release and perform similarly on pop charts.

Peaking at #2 on the Hot 100 this week in 1995, ‘Personal’ would go on to earn a platinum plaque and lay the groundwork for the career of the now R&B-veteran we know and love today.  Tuck in below to relive the video and see what other familiar names and faces joined her in the top 25 this week 22 years ago:

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Remy Ma was mocked by Nicki Minaj fans near and far when sales of her latest LP welcomed worryingly low sales.

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Britney Spears is fed up of the slander.

For years, the Pop princess has been chided for her switching her mic off during her “live” performances.

Now, just days after voicing her anger at being overlooked for her vocal chops, the 35-year-old has done the unthinkable — sung live.

The special moment during her show in Singapore today.

To the surprise of many, Spears performed an impromptu rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ for a member of her security detail.

How did she do? Listen below to find out…

#britneyspears sings happy birthday #pieceofme #singapore

A post shared by #hjfl (@ihjflr) on Jun 30, 2017 at 6:11am PDT

This was surprising on three fronts:

1) because she actually did it…

2) because it didn’t sound (that) bad. And…

3) because she kinda sounded like Christina Aguilera. The irony.

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Hopefully, she’ll make a point of doing this more rather than conjuring up concerts that are ultimately extended episodes of Lip Sync Battle.

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Justine Skye is to make her way to the big screen in a Keanu Reeves movie named ‘Green Dophin’.

Production kicks off in July and will see Skye tell the tale of two young girls who escape an abusive foster parent and drug dealer and travel across the country to seek refuge.

 Reeves and Clay Pecorin are executive producers and have enlisted Tyler Dean Flores and Seann William Scott to join Skye as stars in project.

A premiere date is yet to be set.

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New video alert!

Joining Vic Mensa along for his latest creative ride is Pharrell Williams and Pusha T!

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