Readers of That Grape Juice know how passionate we are about music – whether that be past or present.

However, unlike our other segments – Retro Rewind, TGJ Replay, and From The Vault – The Pop Stop is the most in-depth look at Pop songs that may have flown under the radar over the last week that you should know, rather they be from music’s biggest stars or those on the rise.

This week, we want to highlight cuts from Jimmie Allen & Babyface, FLETCHER, Dillon Francis & Shift K3Y, and Greyson Chance.

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New music from Justine Skye is finally here.

This time around, she has just released her new ‘Space & Time’ album.

The 11-track record includes production from Timbaland and features guest appearances from Justin Timberlake and Rema.

In a statement about the album, Skye said:

“My story and my sound finally unite. I’ve never been as vulnerable or as candid as I am on this album. I’m really laying it all out, having fun, talking shit, and being me.”

The project serves as the follow-up to 2020’s ‘Bare With Me (The Album).’

Stream ‘Space & Time’ via Spotify and Apple Music below…

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If real-time iTunes charts are anything to judge by, the whole world couldn’t wait to get its hands on ‘Planet Her’ – the third studio album from Doja Cat.

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Britney Spears is continuing to speak up and speak out after the jaw-dropping testimony she gave at her latest conservatorship hearing yesterday (June 24).

As reported, the Pop icon shattered her silence regarding the legal mandate that has governed her life and career since 2008.

Stressing that she is “no one’s slave,” she shared harrowing details about her treatment, denounced members of her family and team, and called for an immediate end to the conservatorship – sans a medical evaluation.

Now, she’s addressed the matter the more.

Her words below…

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After bringing a potent 1-2 punch of love and laughs via their Netflix comedy, ‘The Upshaws,’ comedians Wanda Sykes and Mike Epps are readying the gang for a round 2!

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TLC is toasting to the enduring impact of their second studio album ‘CrazySexyCool.’

Because the surviving members of the group are heading out on the road in salute of the game-changing LP.

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Trick Daddy incited a firestorm of criticism when he took to Clubhouse Monday (June 21) to suggest music megastar Beyonce was overrated and could ‘barely sing.’

Yet, despite the singer’s beloved fan group – the #Beyhive – swarming his social media pages with thousands of bee emojis, leaving hundreds of bad online reviews and ratings for his Miami restaurant, and even exposing his financial woes and bankruptcy battle, the ‘Shut Up’ hitmaker is still refusing to follow his own song’s advice.

He not only further incited furor when he doubled down on his stance by reiterating his ‘unpopular opinion’ on the Queen Bey, but also ruffled the feathers of Rap Queen Nicki Minaj‘s fans when he took to Instagram to suggest the the group was better than the #Beyhive.

Needless to say, his attempt at a stan war backfired.  Look inside if you’ve missed the action:

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Fans of ‘Best Friend’ co-stars Saweetie and Doja Cat originally had their calendars marked for the June 25 arrival of both femcees’ new albums – ‘Pretty B*tch Music’ and ‘Planet Her’ – respectively.

New reports reveal, however, those who have been impatiently waiting to tap, tap, tap in to the former’s serially delayed debut LP will have to watch the clock just a little while longer.

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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is ready for his close-up and receives exactly that on the cover of Essence magazine’s latest issue.

It’s a season of shine for the 35-year-old actor, who is gearing up for the release of ‘Candyman’ – which he stars in as the lead.

Following the film’s August arrival, he’ll next be seen in ‘Matrix 4’ alongside Keanu Reeves.

Before all of that, check out Yahya’s Essence Summer Screen Kings photoshoot below, where quotes – including his views on the importance of Black women – also await…

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At writing, Wale and Chris Brown sit in the top 10 of real-time Rap iTunes tally with their latest joint single, ‘Angles’ (released June 18).

In an effort to ensure the OG Parker-produced bop (which features a prominent sample of Diddy and Usher‘s 2001 hit ‘I Need A Girl’) replicates such placement on Billboard charts, the duo have unveiled its official accompanying music video.

Directed by Daniel CZ, the clip shows the hitmaking twosome having fun in the sun poolside while admiring some female forms from every angle.

The latest taste of music from Wale’s forthcoming ‘Folarin 2′ album, look inside to see the ‘Angles’ music video.

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Check out Jazmine Sullivan, who covers the July/August issue of Essence Magazine. 

The soul-filled songbird has seen her star soar to higher heights with the release of her critically acclaimed EP ‘Heaux Tales’ – home of the Gold-certified ‘Pick Up Your Feelings.’

Sullivan’s recent success comes after a lengthy spell out of the spotlight.

Speaking with Issa Rae (who interviewed her for the publication), she opened up about her personal journey (including tearful therapy sessions), new music, and a whole lot more.

Peep pics and quotes below…

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Trick Daddy may “love the kids,” but audio recently extracted from Clubhouse suggests there are at least two people who get no love from the 2000’s hit rapper:  music “it” couple JAY-Z and Beyonce.

See what we mean inside:

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