‘What’s My Name’ rapper DMX saw his name atop headlines all morning as the selected participant out of 15,000 contenders to square up with George Zimmerman in a celebrity boxing match.

Now, reports have it that a rep for the former hit rapper hasn’t signed him up quite yet and won’t until the pitbull-lover gets a whiff of the contract figures…

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‘Confident’ crooner Justin Bieber has at least one thing he can definitely be confident about these days – that over 244,000 Americans want him out of the country.

An online petition to have the Canadian beau deported boasted approximately 111,000 signatures by January 31st, an accomplishment that warranted review from the White House.  Now, less than a week later, the signature total has doubled and nears the 250,000 mark while a counter-petition to keep Biebs ashore rest at 7,945 as of time reporting.

Jay Carney, White House Press Secretary, announced via press conference last week that “…response will come I’m sure relatively soon.”  To make matters worse, public officials, including U.S. Senator Mark Warner , have openly announced their support of the petition to oust the pop bad boy…

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Is Ciara one of the hardest working women in show business? We’d say so.

Seemingly eager to continue working all throughout her Future-induced pregnancy, the Grammy winning R&B Queen spent yesterday supporting pal LaLa Anthony‘s ‘The Love Playbook‘ signing, doing so as she joins Epic records in creating a brand new album!

So, as to share her apparent joy with her ever loyal C-Squad, the heavily pregnant entertainer shared intimate snaps of both she and her bump with them hours ago.

A glowing Cici below…

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Let’s face it, Tamar Braxton is winning.

With criminal Grammy snub in her rearview, the baby of the Braxton clan otherwise enters 2014 on the hems of a number of critically acclaimed high notes including her sophomore album ‘Love & War’ and the singles it has thus far spawned.

A particular highlight of the singer’s career so far was her memorable showing at the 2013 Soul Train Awards.  Twitter Tamartians applauded the diva for her emotional acceptance speech and stunning medley of tunes while simultaneously offering a few less complimentary comments on the singer’s wardrobe choice.

Visiting Bravo TV’s ‘Watch What Happens…With Andy Cohen’, Braxton weighed in on Twitter’s response to her costume and offered them “several seats” like she does so well…

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As his talent and hit-making habits continue to place him at the forefront of R&B, Trey Songz‘ journeyed to the new technological heights recently, when he joined mentor Kevin Liles to trial ‘Google Glass.’

Led by a company spokeswoman during his time there, Songz’  ‘Google’ arrival saw him receive a detailed explanation on how the ‘wearable computer’ works, as he continues work on his hotly anticipated sixth studio album.

In the mood for a fun-filled tech lesson?

Press play below…

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They share a dancer in Ashley Everett and a musical director in Kim Burse, but today- more than a week after celebrating the 56th annual Grammy awards- it’s good news Beyonce & Ciara find themselves dividing between themselves.

Why?

Full story below…

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Music, motherhood, marriage. Beyonce quite literally does it all.

In recent times, the superstar stage blazer has opened up her world to the masses – sharing shots from her life  via Instagram.

The latest batch were posted today, and show King B with her 2-year-old daughter Blue Ivy on the set of a new photoshoot. Also included in the “update” are snaps of the singer sporting items branded in the font of her blockbuster visual album.

Flip the hood to see more Bey below…

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Whoa!

In an age where so many R&B belles fail to shoot and release album artwork striking enough to attract passing trade, Ashanti gets it righter than right this time around…doing so for her new LP ‘Braveheart.’

For, perhaps in realising that it takes far more than an album’s material to turn a doubting shopper into a willing customer, the ‘Happy’ vocalist takes the breath right out of our lungs with a brand new cover shot in support of the aforementioned project, still set for an independent release later on this year.

So, with the masterpiece above in mind, we ask…

Has an album’s artwork ever prompted you to pick it up?

If so, why?

Let us know below!

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) Toni Braxton & Babyface – Sweat

2) Christina Aguilera – WooHoo (ft. Nicki Minaj)

3) Usher – Euphoria

4) Trina – Don’t Trip (ft. Lil Wayne)

5) Beyonce – Drunk In Love

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

 

 ‘A Haunted House 2’ hits theaters April 18!

Crossing new lines and breaking old barriers, A HAUNTED HOUSE 2 is the sequel to the hilarious box-office hit starring Marlon Wayans as Malcolm who, after exorcising the demons of his ex, is starting fresh with his new girlfriend and her two children. After moving into their dream home, Malcolm is once again plagued by bizarre paranormal events. With spine-tingling tension and hilarious punch-lines A HAUNTED HOUSE 2 is inspired by the latest supernatural horror movie franchises and shows that this time… it’s not just the house that’s haunted!
Directed by Michael TiddesA Haunted House 2 stars Marlon WayansJaime PresslyEssence AtkinsGabriel IglesiasMissi PyleAshley RickardsAffion CrockettSteele StebbinsRick OvertonHayes MacArthurDave Sheridan and Cedric the Entertainer. The film is written and produced by Marlon Wayans and Rick Alvarez.

It’s finally here!

Fans will finally be able to lay claim to ‘Baggage Claim’ – the 2013 star-studded hit romantic comedy starring Paula Patton, Boris Kodjoe, Tia Mowry, Taye Diggs, Derek Luke, and more.  Available today via DVD and Blu-Ray, check below for some of the film’s special features!

Plot:  Paula Patton leads a hilarious cast in this first-class comedy that’ll keep you laughing and make your heart soar! Flight attendant Montana Moore (Patton) is smart, sexy and sick of being single. She’s determined to get engaged before her younger sister’s wedding, leaving just 30 days to make her connection. Fortunately, her co-worker crew has cooked up a high-flying scheme for Montana to “accidentally” bump into all her ex-boyfriends, leading to hilarious encounters as she attempts to land the perfect guy!

Blu-ray Special Features

  • Theatrical Feature Blu-ray
  • Behind the Scenes with the Director with Optional Commentary by David E. Talbert
  • Featurettes: Fly Girls, Wing Men, The Story, Interview with the Cast
  • Audio Commentary with David E. Talbert
  • Theatrical Trailer

DVD Special Features

  • Featurettes: Fly Girls, Wing Men, The Story
  • Audio Commentary with David E. Talbert
  • Theatrical Trailer

Your thoughts?

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Jason Derulo may be dancing his way up the US charts with the 2 Chainz collaboration ‘Talk Dirty’, yet the singer is wasting no time lighting a match under its follow-up ‘Stupid Love’.

The 24-year-old unwrapped the video for the track, which serves as the latest to be lifted from his ‘Tattoos’ project, today.

Watch Jason in action below…

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