As his own mainstream star continues to rise, EPIC rapper Future has shared his thoughts on the stars that are Rihanna and Ciara– and the supposed animosity between the LA Reid driven pair.

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With its June 18th release date night, Kanye West gives fans one more reason to pick up his new album ‘Yeezus‘- releasing its track list to the world today.

Want to know what you can expect if you do decide to buy it?

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You’ve heard all about it, now- after it saw the star inundated with positive reviews- watch Alexandra Burke‘s tribute to Chaka Khan right here on That Grape Juice!

Taking place at the Apollo Theatre Spring Gala Concert, Burke’s performance on the night marked the first step in her journey to international acclaim, billed as the night’s strongest contributor for reasons you’ll see below….

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There is nothing unclear about Robin Thicke‘s current success. ‘Blurred Lines’ is a monster!

The Soul-filled crooner has hit the top of the charts in over 20 countries with the surprise smash — which most recently earned him his first Hot 100 #1 in the US.

Naturally, the track’s performance has cooked up quite the buzz for its parent album – also titled ‘Blurred Lines’. Due on July 9th, the set features production from the likes of Timbaland, Dr. Luke, and Pharell Williams. 

And as if that wasn’t enough to whet appetites, Thicke has revealed the official cover (above) and tracklisting for the LP – which you can find below…

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Well, that didn’t take long.

Kylie Minogue‘s recent Roc Nation signing has already begun to yield new material.

A speculated buzz track, ‘Skirt’ made its way onto the net recently without any official word from the Pop icon about what it’ll serve as.

However, via Minogue’s record label, The-Dream penned cut has indeed been confirmed as a promotional track to tide fans over as she continues work on her new album.

Today saw a stop-motion lyric video released in support of the Nom de Strip produced number. Created from 1000 stills shot  famed Australian photographer and director Will Davidson, ‘Skirt’ awaits below…

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Ciara keeps the promo party going for her self-titled new LP, due July 9th.

The stage blazer glows on the cover of Fader magazine’s July 2013 issue, rocking her edgy new hair do.

Ms. Harris is set to grace many a page and touch many a stage in support of the ‘Body Party’ led set, which also features the Nicki Minaj assisted ‘I’m Out’. Exciting times!

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Bruno Mars keeps the music playing from his ‘Unorthodox Jukebox’. The next selection from the Platinum-colored hit-machine  is the sublime ‘Treasure’.

A fan and critic favourite, the 80’s flavoured number saw its accompanying video premiere moments ago.

Directed by Mars and Cameron Duddy, the clip visually embodies the nostalgia that makes the song oh so infectious.

Check it out after the jump…

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Guess which R&B veteran shared this snap with fans on the photo sharing outlet Instagram yesterday?

Hint: While he’s most celebrated for his own material, he was once closely linked to one of Roc Nation‘s priority acts.

Not sure who it is?

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Thousands tuned in to watch live, but for those who missed (or simply want to watch again), check out our exclusive Google Hangout with Ciara above!

Ever keen to push the envelope, That Grape Juice are venturing into LIVE territory – partnering up with Google+ to serve up our brand of must-see interviews… as they’re happening!

So, who better to kick off this exciting evolution with than the ‘Body Party’ singer herself?! Even more special is the fact that her ever-loyal CSquad were on-hand to share the moment.

Watch as she dishes on her new self-titled album, collaborating with Janet Jackson, industry politics, the ‘I’m Out (ft, Nicki Minaj)‘ video, the BET Awards, and much more! A wonderfully in-depth watch!

‘Ciara’, the album, hits stores on July 9th globally

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Michelle Williams is back!

Fresh from wrapping up an impressive stint on ‘Fela’ the musical, the Destiny’s Child diva has announced the first single from her upcoming Gospel album.

Christened ‘If We Had Your Eyes’, the track (which is hits iTunes on June 24th) is the first traditional Williams material since 2008’s ‘Unexpected’.

Peep the cut’s official cover above and check out a message from Michelle and a brief preview below…

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As to keep momentum for the era burning bright, Brandy continued to push her new LP ‘Two/Eleven’ with a performance in Nashville recently, following the success of her Japanese stage outing months ago.

While there, she wowed fans with a tribute to ‘I’m Your Baby Tonight’ singer Whitney Houston and rocked her sold out spot with a medley of jams pulled from the aforementioned ‘Two’, now available for your viewing pleasure below!

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As her best pal Jason Derulo continues the push for his new single ‘The Other Side‘, Jordin Sparks touched down in NYC to party at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner!

Looking on as Benny Blanco picked up the Hal David award for his contributions to the world of Pop (see ‘Diamonds’), Jordin arrived at the star studded event as she continues work on her forthcoming album, reportedly enlisting ‘Bijoux 22′ star Elijah Blake to craft jams for the piece.

More from the ‘SOS’ stunner below…

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