Festival season is upon us and one of the year’s most anticipated is the iHeartRadio Music Festival. 

And the 2018 line-up does not disappoint.

Details below…

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Although the current musical landscape boasts the beauty of seeing some of music’s biggest hitmakers behind the scenes come to be stars in their own rights (see:  Timbaland, Pharrell Williams, etc.), the name “Poo Bear” rings bells for industry insiders in search of their next hit but not so much to the average music consumer.

Bear, born Jason Boyd, has seen his penmanship line the credits of hits from the likes of Justin Bieber (‘What Do You Mean’), Chris Brown, Kelly Rowland, Sam Smith, DJ Khaled (‘I’m the One’), Jennifer Lopez, and more.  As if that’s not enough, over 20 years into his career the 39-year-old helped mastermind 2017’s megahit, ‘Despacito’ (currently tied for the longest run atop the Hot 100).

With a mounting list of accomplishments in his storied career, Bear had yet to release a project that saw him at the forefront…until now.  Thanks to ‘Poo Bear Presents Bearthday Music’ (in stores now), the star songwriter/producer takes the driver seats in ways like never before.  Acting as curator for the “playlist set” (which features the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bieber, Zara Larsson, and more), Bear sat down with That Grape Juice to dish exclusively on how the project came to be, his next moves, and even working with pop icon Mariah Carey for her next album.

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Thanks to his longtime songwriting partner Bernie Taupin, a collection of today’s biggest music stars joined forces to create two tribute albums to music legend Elton John.

While Taupin curated one of the albums (titled ‘Restoration’), the 8-time Grammy winner organized the other (‘Revamp’) and tapped some of his former collaborators to lend their voices to the star-studded project.  In addition to the likes of Ed Sheeran, Mary J. Blige, Miley Cyrus, P!nk, Sam Smith, and more, John’s favorite gal pal – Lady Gaga – brought her powerhouse vocals to his tune, ‘Your Song.’

The emotional, piano driven number shot to the Billboard Hot 100’s top 10 upon its 1970 arrival (eventually peaking at #8), but if you asked us Gaga’s spirited rendition deserves just as enthusiastic of a reception.

Never ceasing to amaze, get inside to hear ‘Your Song’ as delivered by Stefanie Germanotta:

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Hitmaker Naughty Boy has crafted smashes for the likes of Beyonce and Sam Smith. Now though he’s expanding his focus to the talent of tomorrow.

The 33-year-old Londoner has teamed with Shake Shack and Monster Products to launch an innovative campaign designed to discover creatives from the across the spectrum. Singers, songwriters, producers –  Shack Sounds is open to all.

Unsigned artists and talent between the ages of 16-35 years old are invited to enter their music for a chance to enrol in the program. Naughty Boy will then select five finalists who he will nurture and develop in preparation for their live performances.

We caught up with the the star to discuss the project, his work with Beyonce, shaking things up on Cheryl‘s upcoming album, his own LP ‘Bungee Jumping,’ and much more.

Head below for our chat with Naughty Boy…

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Normani Kordei is making major moves.

The Fifth Harmony member has seen buzz about her solo debut crank into overdrive in recent months, thanks to a number exciting power plays.

First, she signed a management deal with a branch of Roc Nation (S10), hit the studio with Stargate, and has now inked a significant publishing partnership.

Details below…

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Justin Timberlake is to take his epic live act to this year’s BRIT Awards.

Sweet news for British fans of the super talented Pop titan below…

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The Grammy Awards 2018 are currently underway and, as ever, That Grape Juice will be providing you with performances as they occur!

With exciting performances from Lady Gaga, Sam Smith, Kendrick Lamar, Bruno Mars, Cardi B, and many more, tuck in below to see the best stage moments from tonight’s show:

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Rihanna is heading to the Grammy 2018 stage!

Full details below…

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The Ghanaian rapper Stormzy is raking in major mula for the British music industry.

How he, Ed Sheeran, Little Mix and Drake boosted the market’s industry in 2017?

Fantastic news below…

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With over 125,000 votes cast, the time has finally arrived for the winners of the That Grape Juice End of Year Awards 2017 to be announced!

While some acts maintained a major lead, upon the penultimate cut-off point, the final list brought with it many last minute surprises.

Check out the full list of winners below. Prepare yourselves for what awaits…and sound off!

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Rita Ora has enjoyed roaring success in 2017 – having notched up hit after hit.

It’s little wonder then why she was tapped to perform at the Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball at London’s O2 Arena.

Joining a bill that included Sam Smith and Taylor Swift, Ora showed her own live gravitas performing singles such as ‘Your Song,’ ‘Anywhere,’ and ‘I Will Never Let You Down.’

Watch Rita in action below…

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Patti Labelle stopped by ‘Watch What Happens Live’ last night alongside Sam Smith to dish with Andy Cohen on her holiday album, cooking show, and – of course – tis the season for “Patti Pies.”  But, to accompany the news she served on her latest endeavors, Labelle also served a bit of “tea,” if you will, on late R&B vocalist Luther Vandross (who was a longtime friend of hers).

When Cohen quizzed Smith on critics likening him to the ‘Superstar’ singer, the host turned his attention to Miss Patti to ask about the legendary crooner’s rumored battle with “coming out” as openly gay.

Curious to hear how she responded?  Find out inside:

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