Songbird Ashanti is stepping back into the limelight, and this time it’s as the latest subject of Paper magazine’s ‘Break The Internet’ segment.

Alongside topics such as self-expression and social media, the ‘Foolish’ singer as quizzed about the status of her new music, and her response is exciting to say the least.

Her words after the jump…

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As two of music’s most notable names, Drake and Cardi B have dominated the airwaves and streaming landscape for much of 2018.

It’s fitting then they rank high on one of the year’s most coveted tallies.

Spotify have unveiled their end of the year list, and unsurprisingly it’s Drizzy, Belcalis, and Post Malone sitting atop of several categories – with the Canadian MC leading the collective pack.

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Trey Songz is celebrating his 34th birthday in a major way. For, rhe R&B star has released not one but two new projects.

Unleashed without announcement today, the collections are titled ’11’ and ’28’ respectively. A nod to their November 28th arrival.

Coming in at 10-tracks each, the projects are home to many a guest feature (especially ’28’). Collaborators include (but aren’t limited to) Chris Brown, Ty Dolla Sign, Dave East, Jeremih, Yo Gotti, Jacquees, 2 Chainz, Rich the Kid, Tory Lanez, and Swae Lee.

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Mariah Carey is leaving no stone unturned in the promotion for new album ‘Caution.’

The latest stop on her press run was The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. 

As reported, she took to the stage to perform ‘The Distance’ with Ty Dolla $ign. 

Prior to doing so, she sat down with funnyman Fallon to discuss the LP, the sudden resurgence of her ‘Glitter’ album, her children Monroe and Moroccan, and much more.

Peep the interview below…

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Mariah Carey‘s fifteenth studio album ‘Caution’ is here.

The set, which is led by ‘GTFO,’ is Mimi’s first body of work since 2014’s ‘Me. I Am Mariah…The Elusive Chanteuse’ and comes after a block of years filled with big wins and equally towering challenges.

Indeed, successful tours and Vegas residencies have been juxtaposed with a very public managerial dispute and live mishaps.

Still, like the legend she is, Carey has weathered the storm and emerged with one of her strongest collections in years.

Boasting production from the likes of Timbaland, Poo Bear, and Skrillex, ‘Caution’ also sees the songbird fly to vocal heights with guests including Ty Dolla $ign, Blood Orange, Slick Rick, and Gunna. All with delicious results.

So, what are you waiting for? Listen to new Mariah after the jump.

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Kanye West has once again yanked new album ‘YANDHI’ from the release schedule.

Details on Ye’s latest antics after the jump…

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This week brings with it the release of Mariah Carey‘s 15th studio album ‘Caution.’

Long-in-the-making, the set is the diva’s first body of work since 2014’s ‘Me. I Am…Mariah. The Elusive Chanteuse’ and she’s lined up a potent list of platforms to launch the project.

Dive below for details…

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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) Mariah Carey – The Distance (ft. Ty Dolla Sign)

2) Ariana Grande – Thank U, Next

3) Cardi B – Money

4) Normani x Calvin Harris – Checklist

5) Lauren Jauregui – Expectations

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

Mariah Carey will unleash new album ‘Caution’ on November 16th and is revving up excitement with the official reveal of its tracklist.

In a unique move, Mimi mailed out numbered track titles to members of her fan-club who were then tasked with sharing on social media.

With the mission complete, all ten-songs on the LP have been confirmed.

Want to find out what’ll be joining previously heard songs ‘GTFO,’ ‘With You,’ and bop of bops ‘The Distance’? Head below…

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It’s time to hop aboard the Soul Train!

BET presents the 2018 Soul Train Awards next month, so what better way to incite excitement than to reveal the official list of nominations?!

Two years after its release, Bruno Mars’ ’24k Magic’ project is still all sorts of popping thanks to hits such as ‘Finesse (ft. Cardi B)’ and a mammoth tour – which is still on-going.

Elsewhere, H.E.R has emerged as one of R&B’s definitive new break-out stars.

It’s fitting then that the pair lead with the most amount of nominations – both nabbing six.

Other names on the nominee list include icons such as Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, and Beyonce, as well as emerging stars ala Ella Mai and Daniel Caesar.

Check out the full list below…

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‘Monster’ collaborators Kanye West and Nicki Minaj are once again linking up. And this time, it’s for Yeezy’s upcoming album ‘YANDHI.’

Details below…

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Welcome to the latest TGJ Roundtable!

Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!

Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes” about the hottest topics.

Now, we give you a front row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, David, Rashad, and Joe – get real in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor their thoughts on the…

2018 AMAs 

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