‘Fallin’ singer Alicia Keys seemed to have fallen out of the public eye after scoring her fourth #1 album ‘Girl On Fire’ last year.

But, after hitting the road on a whirlwind tour with fellow R&B flag-waver Miguel, the songstress is returning with the ‘AK Vault’ – a collection of unreleased tunes from early in her career.

Already unearthing one gem from the hidden treasure, Keys gives insight as to what fans can expect form the unreleased composite of tunes and a few other dibs.  This, of course, just days after she rocked Australia’s ‘ARIA Awards’ with a medley from her last studio effort.  See it all below:

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Before he resumes stealing hearts on the ever-successful ‘Mrs. Carter Show’ world tour with Beyonce, R&B crooner Luke James unveils a full look at ‘Strawberry Vapors’ – the sweetest edition from his well received mixtape ‘Whispers in the Dark’.

Building buzz for the Sara McColgan directed visual by releasing a teaser last week, the haunting visual awaits below for your viewing pleasure.  Assuredly a testament of things to come from his debut album next year (N.A.R.S. Records/Island Def Jam), is ‘Strawberry’ good enough to tide you over until then?

Let us know below…

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Before her new album puts the heat on many a Pop princess, Beyonce sizzles in brand new snaps shared with the world today, taken during her time in Jamaica and the Republic of Costa Rica.

Hitting both spots for time away from the ‘Mrs.Carter Show’, her time there came shortly after she dominated the globe via her lucrative ‘H&M’ arrangement, which saw her showcase that body in ways only she knows how.

Check her out below…

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After a petition was launched to see her dropped from the company earlier this year, today has seen Adidas confirm that they have indeed cut ties with long time collaborator Teyana Taylor.

Details below…

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Good music alert!

That’s right, if you consider yourself a fan of New Jersey duo ‘P.M. Dawn’ you’ll be pleased to learn that their 1992 gem ‘I’d Die Without You’ has been covered by none other than Alicia Keys!

Just as soothing as the original, Keys’ cover arrives 16 years after it was originally recorded in 1997, hidden within the ‘AK Vault’ and unearthed just this morning.

Fall in love below…

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She’s the Pop icon boasting of records even the strongest of her competitors are unlikely to match…ever.

Unfortunately, while that icon status should ensure the performer churns out ‘icon worthy’ material with every release, her latest studio album ‘Britney Jean‘ has seen her deliver what’s undoubtedly her worst LP to date.

Now, one day after its release, the project has welcomed its first week sales predictions, sure to give Camp Britney a reality check that could have been avoided had they sourced better material for the performer.

Numbers below…

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With ‘Roar’ now on course to dominate Billboard‘s ‘Year End Charts‘ in the coming weeks, Katy Perry has witnessed its supporting album ‘Prism’ enjoy a 237% sales increase in the last week!

Why she and Lady GaGa have cause to celebrate tonight?

Details below…

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Three years after partnering with Coca-Cola‘s ‘Sprite‘, Rap sensation Drake has announced that he hopped into bed with Nike’s ‘Jordan Brand’ as part of a fashion forward new endorsement deal!

His announcement below…

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Rebecca Ferguson is back!
This week saw the soul-filled songbird’s new album ‘Freedom’ land in stores. Preceded by ‘I Hope’, the hotly anticipated set arrives two years after the Platinum-selling success of debut effort ‘Heaven’.
With the LP currently blazing iTunes, That Grape Juice sat down with the Liverpool-bred beauty to discuss the project, the hardships brought on by success, and much more.
Our EXCLUSIVE interview with Rebecca Ferguson awaits below…
Interviewer: Sam
 
Transcription: David Asante

As she continues to push sales of her new album via the ‘X Factor USA’, Kelly Rowland lends her support to the ‘Salvation Army’ – joining the mission to save their ‘After School’ programs.

How the Grammy nominated performer aids their cause?

Watch her introduce a short video showcasing the work the organisation does to aid communities in need of support…

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M.I.A. brings sonic fire to Pop’s kitchen today, releasing a brand new cut named ‘Trouble Again.’

A bonus tracked lifted from her new LP ‘Matangi’, the jam is now available to stream via ‘Spotify’ below, shortly after debuting in the US with 15,000 units.

Check it out below…

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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) Danity Kane – Lights Out

2) John Legend – All Of Me

3) Tamar Braxton – All The Way Home

4) Lady GaGa – Do What U Want (Live At AMA)

5) Michelle Williams – Thank  U

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

 

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