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Her scorching set at the 56th annual Grammy awards may have split public opinion, but Pop icon Beyonce can be sure of their full support for its mothership…’Beyonce.’

How one is to prove this?

Well, one look at Hits Daily Double will suffice, the go-to spot for any eager to see how the project- and its competitors- are faring week by week.

So, just why the star has cause to rejoice this week?

Good news below…

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The creative life force that is Rankin works his magic on Kat Dahlia this time around, directing the official video for her brand new single ‘Crazy.’

Shot in London and released to support her Spring release ‘My Garden’, the glamourous visual hit the net a matter of minutes ago and has already pulled in over 2,000 views on video sharing outlet, YouTube!

Why many a music lover finds themselves rushing to catch the ‘Gangsta’ in action?

Find out below…

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Dondria Nicole champions female empowerment in ‘Coat Tail’ today, the latest jam to be released by the ‘Def’ darling!

Marking a bold new turn for the up & coming songbird, the up-tempo release comes courtesy of her forthcoming EP, set for a summer release and featuring contributions by R&B cut crafter Tre Ace.

Is Nicole’s ‘Tail’ enough to secure your support?

You tell us below!

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Introduced as the silver medal winner of BET’s ‘Sunday Best’ (season 2), Jessica Reedy has since brought home the gold in more ways than one since her 2009 exordium to the masses.

A golden voice with an illuminating personality to match, gospel music lovers quickly gravitated to the Michigan belle – a feat evidenced by the #1 debut of her inaugural album ‘From the Heart’.

Now, with ‘Heart’ and its hits in her rearview, Reedy readies embarkation on a new chapter in her already storied career.  Chatting exclusively with That Grape Juice, see below as the songstress dishes on her new album, the dark side of the industry, and even weighs in on recent gospel scandals.

As always, Miss Reedy keeps it really real.

 


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After Billboard announced its plan to include streaming data on its competitive chart system, the UK’s Official Charts were praised for deciding not follow suit…adamant that ‘paid for’ sales were the only measure to be used when allocating chart positions.

Alas, in a shock move that’s set to change British music industry as the world knows it, the company have now revealed that British digital streams will now be added to British sales, redefining what it means to ‘make it’ on the charts.

Details below…

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Kelis continues her soulful re-incarnation in the video for new song ‘Jerk Ribs’.

Unveiled on via TIME today, the visual is the first to be lifted from new album ‘Food’ (due April 21st via Ninja Tune). The project’s second single ‘Rumble’ will see its own clip debut at a later date.

Shot with a behind-the-scenes theme, Kelis explained that “this song is the cornerstone of my album. So I wanted the video to look like my life, my love — back to the beginning.”

Journey back wit Ms. Rogers after the jump…

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As fans of Mariah Carey watch her new single ‘You’re Mine’ fall from Top 200, supporters of Miley Cyrus, Beyonce and ‘American Idol‘s  Candice Glover can boast of better news when it comes to the ladies’ latest releases today.

Want to be in ‘chart’ know?

A fresh ‘Chart Check’ below!

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After moving 906,000 units in his domestic market to date, Aloe Blacc‘s ‘The Man’ stands as one of the many songs to appear on his major-label debut album, ‘Lift Your Spirit.’

However, while it’s spirits he may seek to lift, it’s his pockets that scored an elevation of sorts this year, now that’s he inked a lucrative publishing deal with David H Johnson‘s ‘Warner /Chappell Music.’

A deal, that sings to the merry tune of $2 million.

Details below…

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Ever eager to spread the spirit of altruism throughout the world, Beyonce‘s giving nature has inspired a culture of charity within her fan base over the years, joining the star in raising funds for many an important cause.

Today, in proving all of the above to be true, British members of the singer’s ‘BeyHive’ have announced plans to raise funds to support underprivileged children and Yosra El-Essawy, the singer’s personal photographer currently battling oesophageal cancer.

Their heart-warming plans below…

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 Yesterday evening brought with it the debut episode of ‘The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon’.

Hyped in earnest, it marked the comedian’s first turn in the iconic chair – which was left vacant by departed host Jay Leno.

To help the funny-man make a major first impression, a multitude of megastars (and Kim Kardashian) stopped by for a hilarious surprise skit.

Included in the line-up were divas Mariah Carey and Lady GaGa, who both earned rapturous applause from the studio audience.

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Watch below…

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That Rihanna reign really does know no “let up”.  From the charts to the courts, it seems the pop princess’s winning scepter knows no bounds as evidenced by a reported court victory.

As unveiled here, Ri recently revealed that she neared bankruptcy in 2009 due to following poor real estate advice from accountants.

Fast forward nearly 5 years later and now it seems it’s the accountants’ turns to pay.  More below:

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‘New Life’ maestra Monica shows off the newest addition to her family in the form of daughter Laiyah.

The 5-month old, Mo’s daughter with husband/basketballer Shannon Brown, was seen posing it up with mom and older brothers Rocko and Romelo in these snaps recently lifted to the Grammy winner’s Instagram page.

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While we anxiously await new music from Mrs. Brown, we can’t help but appreciate her commitment to family and being involved in her children’s lives.  Go Mo!

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