Following a fairly stealth-like 2013, Alexandra Burke has gifted her fans morsels of new material.

Taking to her Facebook page, the Pop powerhouse shared snippets of two new songs from her third studio album.

As previously reported, the X Factor alum jetted to the US to record much of the hotly anticipated LP, clocking in studio time with the likes of Rico Love, Kareem James, and the production team behind many of Drake‘s hits.

Want to heat what Ms. Burke has been baking in the studio? Preview ‘Shine’ and ‘No More You’ below…

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The British public have spoken, and this time- as is the case every year- the only name on their lips this Christmas is…Mariah Carey.

Consider yourself  fan of the vocal wonder?

Aid her in unwrapping her  new commercial gift below!

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Elle Varner calls on the genius that is Elijah Blake to pen her latest release this year, a sensual jam named ‘Rover.’

Featuring Roc Nation‘s Wale, the number’s purpose is to tease her fans with her forthcoming album, reportedly set for release in the coming year.

Ready to give it a spin?

Hop in below…

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You’ve heard the album. Seen the videos. Now check out how Beyonce pieced together the chart-topping blockbuster that is her fifth studio effort.

Peep part 3 of her ‘Self-Titled’ webisode series below…

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Myself (Sam), and all of us here at That Grape Juice, take this opportunity to wish you all very Merry Christmas and a fruitful New Year.

The last 12 months have particularly great months for That Grape Juice, yet none of that would have been possible without all of YOUR support. And for that, we are so very thankful.

So here’s hoping you eat, drink, and be merry with your nearest and dearest.

Merry Christmas!

Tidbit: Be sure to keep t locked on TGJ today and over the Holidays – we don’t “do” days off!

The R&B King that is Trey Songz samples Teena Marie’s  ‘Ooo La La La’ on his brand new single ‘NaNa‘, released to the world minutes ago.

Standing as the surprise he teased yesterday, the cut sees the performer stick to the ‘baby-making R&B’ formula that he’s most renown for and serve a hook that screams hit.

Unfortunately, despite its infectious vibe, the jam’s lyrics and verses let it down, with its production and Songz’ vocals demanding far more than the ‘I wanna get down tonight’ theme the cut served up.

Listen below…

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With over 100,000 votes cast, the time has finally arrived for the winners of the That Grape Juice End of Year Awards 2013 to be announced!  The last week has seen category winners change almost hourly.

However, upon the penultimate cut-off point, the final list saw many last minute surprises.

Check out the full list of winners below (in bold). Prepare yourselves for wait awaits…

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It certainly was no laughing matter when legendary funnyman Steve Martin took to Twitter today to offer an apology for racist tweets shared days ago.  The Academy Award-winning actor came under fire after responding to a follower who asked: ‘Is this how you spell Lasonia (pasta)?’

Martin replied: ‘It depends. Are you in an African-American restaurant or at an Italian restaurant?’

After a field of angry users of the social media network slammed Martin, he offered an apology stating:

Your thoughts?

‘Angel of Mine.’ ‘For You I Will.’ ‘So Gone.’

For Sony staple Monica, crafting R&B gems with potent crossover appeal has always been an effortless task, enjoying global sales of over 7 million units thanks to the popularity this skill has generated for her.

So, as she continues work on her long awaited new album, the ‘Street Symphony’ siren has enlisted the highly sought-after TC to help create the release.

Wonderful news below…

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Christmas just got a little…Foxy.

Corny? Then forgive us, however we’re sure you’ll understand why were stoked about the release of new Foxy Brown material today, pushed via  DJ Superstar Jay’s new mix tape ‘How Superstar Jay Stole Exclusives!’

Named ‘DRUGZ‘, Fox’s contribution to the release sees her take aim at any who question her Rap Queen status and remind the world of the lyrical prowess that once threatened-but failed- to make a dent on Lil Kim‘s run at the top.

Snippet below…

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With a squeaky clean persona and an Urban chart run many of his rivals could only dream of scoring, Trey Songz is without a doubt a necessary and positive force in R&B.

Navigating his way through his career without the legal/personal mess that’s seen many an R&B sibling fall prey to tabloid predators, the vocalist now gives his fans even more of  reason to admire him today, following the unveiling of a surprise announcement.

This, launched to tease another announcement set to drop from the star in the coming hours.

Why he’s whipped his fan base into a festive frenzy today?

Watch below!

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Perched at the top of the R&B food chain once again this year was Kelly Rowland, whose recent collaboration with Fantasia and Missy Elliott earned her a brand new Grammy nomination  weeks ago.

It was this good news, coupled with her recent stint on ‘X Factor USA’, that took her to David Letterman‘s ‘The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson‘, marking an appearance that ticked many a fun-filled box from start to finish.

Good times with Ms.Rowland below…

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