As fans anticipate the launch of his forthcoming studio (and the Justin Timberlake-sized budget they hope it’ll be back by), Usher proves once again that his influence on Pop culture runs far deeper than most are aware of.

For, with the industry still yet to produce a fresh R&B male with the global appeal held by the ‘Burn’ belter, his fourth studio album has reached a milestone that solidifies his status as one of the greatest acts to grace Planet Pop…despite doing so on an R&B spaceship.

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The countdown is on to the debut of Rita Ora‘s video for new single ‘I Will Never Let You Down’.

Set to arrive on Monday, the visual serves as the first offering from the Roc Nation priori’s second studio album/American debut (due later this year).

Want to preview sun-kissed the clip ahead of its premiere? We have you covered after the jump…

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Could Jay Z‘s recent dig at Drake spark a feud between their significant others?

Let 50 Cent tell it, and the answer to that question is yes, weighing on the pair’s ‘war of words’ during his interview on the ‘Russ Parr Morning Show.’

His take on the matter? Well, after revealing that he didn’t quite understand Drake‘s issue with Jay‘s art-flavoured lyrics, the ‘Candy Shop’ curator went a long way to tease a potential feud between Drake‘s current lover Rihanna and Jay’s wife Beyonce.

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Alexandra Burke is making major moves.

Much of the last year has seen the vocal powerhouse cooking up her third studio album in New York with the likes of Rico Love. Yet, pre-serving up the hotly anticipated LP, the 25-year-old has announced that she’ll be showcasing her talent on blockbuster West End musical – ‘The Bodyguard’.

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Proving herself a consummate performer, Christina Aguilera isn’t letting pregnancy stop her from rocking the stage.

The newly engaged singer took flight to Malaysia this week where she placed her iconic pipes front stage centre at the Twin Towers Alive Festival.

Backed by a bodacious band and an army of dancers, the ‘Your Body’ belter thrilled the thousands in attendance with a full-length concert – her first since 2008.

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As any of That Grape Juice‘s British readers will know, ‘Marks & Spencer‘ stands as one of the nation’s longest running and respected entities, just as integral to British culture as the good its supplies the world with every passing day.

So, one can only imagine how elated fans of Pop princess Rita Ora will be today, now that she has been announced as the latest ambassador, called on to represent the multinational retailer before the release of her new US debut!

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After uplifting music lovers across from all four corners of the globe, Beyonce’s ‘Mrs.Carter Show’ bid farewell to the world this week!

Yet to announce what her next move will be, attendees of its final show in Portugal will agree that it marked a bittersweet moment for all, bringing with it one of the best performances from the icon but marking the end of an era few are unlikely to forget.

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Janelle Monae brought fun and festivities to the ‘American Idol’ stage last night, descending on the show with a performance of her feel-good jam ‘What Is Love’!

Pulled from ‘Rio 2′s soundtrack, the song was brought to colourful when the ‘Dorothy Dandridge‘ darling rocked the show with a performance that captured the movie’s spirit and showcased the star’s ever-impressive performance style.

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Beyonce bid adieu to her blockbuster ‘Mrs Carter Show World Tour’ tonight in Lisbon.

The gargantuan trek, which has played 132 shows and grossed over $200 million since setting sail last year April, wrapped to thunderous applause and tears from King B herself.

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Shakira fans may have forgotten to buy her single ‘Can’t Remember To Forget You’, yet in a bid to ensure they buy its parent album the singer performed the track at the Echo Awards in Germany tonight.

Granted the Roc Nation star is ever able to command a stage, how did she fare without the song’s guest artist Rihanna?

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Cop a gander of Beyonce!

The stage blazing chart topper took to Instagram today rocking a unique Pepsi getup.

As widely reported, the drinks giant signed the ‘Drunk In Love’ diva to a multi-million dollar sponsorship deal – which sees them support her many creative and commercial endeavours.

King B is currently set to wrap the European leg of her blockbuster ‘Mrs Carter Show World Tour’ tonight in Lisbon, Portugal. Is this the final curtain call for the sell-out trek or are more dates looming? Stay tuned!

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It’s an unprecedented move and one few saw coming. Music bible Billboard have announced that they are partnering with Twitter to launch a tally that could radically reshape the music industry.

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