Jesy Nelson is pressing forward with her solo career and said path led her to the main stage at night one of Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard at London’s O2 Arena.

Looking to leave behind various dramas (including a widely publicized blackfishing scandal and fallout with her former Little Mix bandmates), the 30-year-old rallied up her dancers in an attempt to put on a dazzling showcase.

Watch her performance of debut single ‘Boyz (ft. Nicki Minaj)’ below…

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Megan Thee Stallion has officially proven that she can do it all.

Renowned for slaying stages across the world as a chart-topping performer, the superstar shone brightly today as the newest graduate from Texas Southern University. 

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Here at That Grape Juice, we love all things R&B! So, fittingly, we’ve teamed up with DJ Ace – one of the UK’s most revered R&B connoisseurs and host of BBC 1Xtra‘s weekly series Everything RNB (which airs Sundays at 10pm).

Each week he’ll be rounding up his latest show and previewing what’s upcoming on the next episode. Right here on That Grape Juice.

Without further ado, check out the latest installment with DJ Ace below…

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After joining forces to top music charts with hits like ‘Knock You Down,’ singers Keri Hilson and NE-YO reunited in an attempt to reign over TV ratings charts with their VH1 Christmas film, ‘Hip-Hop Family Christmas.’

Toplining a star-studded affair that featured MC Lyte, Terrence J, Serayah, Red Man, and more, Hilson and NE-YO (born Shaffer Smith) portrayed a newly-engaged couple who are looking to help soften the image of their fictional Rap royal family as the dysfunctional group prepares for a live Christmas television special.

Though a knockout on the critical front, look inside to see how ‘Family Christmas’ fared with its ratings.

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Cardi B has re-upped with Facebook for another season of her show ‘Cardi Tries _____.’

The Messenger series (which is executive produced by the star alongside Jesse Collins) sees her trying her hand at new skills outside of her Hip-Hop rooting. From lacing up to become a ballerina, firefighter, car racer, teacher, and more.

She won’t be alone, as notable names and faces pop up to help her achieve her goals.

The latest episode of season 2 is here and sees Cardi learn about Holistic Healing with assistance from Sah D Simone.

Watch below…

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Rick Ross may have caused a commotion with the ‘church usher’-inspired original cover to his 11th studio album, ‘Richer Than I Ever Been,’ but by the LP’s December 10 release date the Biggest Bawse pulled a swerve by taming the project’s artwork.

Arriving on digital shelves on the wings of its previously released lead singles, ‘Outlawz’ (featuring Jazmine Sullivan and 21 Savage) and ‘Little Havana’ featuring The Dream & Willie Falcon), the 10-song opus also features high profile appearances from the likes of Future, Wale, Benny the Butcher, DreamDoll, Blxst, and more.

Speaking on ‘Richer,’ Ricky Rozay:

“…I feel this is the best album I’ve ever done. I make progress every day. I feel like some of the stuff I’m saying on this album is really going to separate it from others.”

Stream it inside via Apple Music and Spotify to see if you agree.

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GRAMMY, EMMY, and Academy Award-winning rapper-actor Common recently broke silence regarding his highly publicized split from comedienne Tiffany Haddish.

As we reported here, the celebrity couple suggested their relationship dissolved due to their respective busy schedules and dedication to their careers.

Taking to our friends at FOX SOUL’s ‘Hollywood Unlocked Uncensored’ this week, Common (born Lonnie Lynn) detailed the decision behind calling off the union while still showing love to his former boo.

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Singer-actor Marques Houston and wife Miya Dickey are expanding their family!

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Alicia Keys is getting candid.

The ‘No One’ singer has just revealed what happened to her J. Cole collaboration that was supposed to appear on her upcoming ‘KEYS’ album.

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Be it for the good, bad, ugly, or downright shocking, 2021 was full of memorable moments!

Now, as the year draws to a close, That Grape Juice is reflecting on the occasions that rocked – and to some degree maybe even reshaped – the Urban and Pop cultural landscape as we know it.

Next, we’ll revisit the shocking announcement that GRAMMY-nominated femcee Iggy Azalea was hanging up her mic forever.

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Normani‘s shine intensified tonight at the Variety Hitmakers ceremony.

For, the rising solo star was honored with the Collaborator of the Year Award. 

The seismic salute recognizes the 25-year-old’s achievements with the ‘Wild Side’ – the Cardi B assisted scorcher that blazed its way to #1 on Urban radio.

It also toasts to her penchant for producing smash hit collaborations, such as those crafted with the likes of Sam Smith, Khalid, 6lack, and Megan Thee Stallion.

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Viewers of VERZUZ watched in shock as members of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony physically fought with Three 6 Mafia during what was meant to be a friendly musical spar.

Tensions flared and then fists flew on the live broadcast, which was watched by hundreds of thousands realtime.

Now, after the fight which temporarily halted the event, Bone Thugs member Bizzy Bone has issued an apology.

Check out what he had to say below…

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