Rodney Jerkins is back in the studio, this time teaming up with his newest prodigy, Jon Keith. The dynamic duo sat down exclusively with That Grape Juice to talk all things music and purpose.

The mega-producer behind hits for legends like Michael Jackson, Beyonce, and Whitney Houston,  and that’s just scratching the surface, is now charting a new path. Darkchild, as known to millions, is diving headfirst into the Christian music space with his label, Alienz Alive, and at the forefront of this movement is his rising star artist.

During our EXCLUSIVE sit-down, Rodney couldn’t hold back his admiration for Jon Keith and his new project, ‘Grow Wings,’ calling it a work that has touched him deeply.

Speaking with TGJ’s Malik Davis, the hitmaker also opened up about his illustrious career, working with MJ, being inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, potentially reuniting with Brandy, and much more.

Watch the full interview above and check out highlights below:

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SZA has hit back at Nicki Minaj following the rapper’s multi-day rants slamming her.

As reported, the femcee unleashed a tirade on the GRAMMY-winning singer, branding her “ugly,” “fat, chubby,” and “sounding like a dead dog.” She also played down the ‘Good Days’ songbird’s achievements and notability.

The reason? An alleged remark Onika felt the superstar chart-topper made about her…during a separate rant about TDE executive, Punch.

Now, SZA has clapped back thunderously.

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Don’t call it a comeback! Just two years after Kesha watched her last album, ‘Gag Order,’ nearly miss the Billboard 200 when it debuted at #168, the Pop diva is seeing its follow-up top Billboard charts.

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GRAMMY-winning ‘Wicked‘ star Ariana Grande has added her own touch of magic to the title track of her brother Frankie Grande’s debut album ‘Hotel Rock Bottom.’

Released in its original form on Friday (June 27), the LP’s deluxe edition – which boasts an expanded 20-song tracklist – features sister Ariana as well as other superstars like Big Freedia and more.

Following Frankie’s solo singles ‘Rhythm of Love’ and ‘Boys’ dropped earlier this year, he sent fans of Ari’s (affectionately called #Arianators) into a frenzy at news she’d be joining him for the remix to the project’s title track.

“Ended up in Hotеl Rock Bottom / Don’t know how I got here, that’s my problem / Might not be paradise, I gotta stay the night / If I’m checkin’ out tomorrow (Oh, I’m gonna meet you there),” the siblings sing over Prince Fox production.

Hear the tune in full inside.

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Drake‘s latest single, ‘What Did I Miss,’ couldn’t be further from a commercial miss.

As reported, the London Cyr-produced cut – which serves as the lead single from his ninth studio album ‘Iceman‘ – was surprise-dropped on July 5 but still managed to enter the updated Hot 100 as the top-selling and most-streamed song of the week.

And while he was blocked from what would’ve been a historic debut at #1 by the wildly popular ‘Ordinary‘ by Alex Warren, the premiere of ‘Miss’ still saw Drizzy (born Aubrey Graham) penciled in Billboard’s record books.

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Let Megan Thee Stallion tell it, she’s finally hit a slam dunk in the romance department thanks to new beau / Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson.

Just days after their social media hard launch to confirm their relationship, the duo made their red carpet debut at Stallion’s inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York City’s Gotham Hall on Wednesday (July 16).

While dazzling the press at the event, Meg (born Megan Pete) broke her silence about the union.

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Ariana Grande may have an expanded slate on her hands with her acting activity, but the songbird has music on her mind. Namely, a 2026 tour.

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Nathan Henry is back like you’ve never seen before!

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Trey Songz is speaking out through his legal team following allegations of an assault involving a photographer.

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The first look trailer has been unleashed for the Julia Roberts-led ‘After The Hunt.’

Directed by Luca Guadagnino, the film is a gripping psychological drama centered on a college professor (Roberts) who finds herself torn when a stellar student, played by Ayo Edebiri, accuses one of her colleagues (Andrew Garfield) of something jaw-dropping.

Amidst that chaos, she is tasked with navigating a dark secret from her own past that threatens to rock her world should it be uncovered.

With an October theatrical release set, check out the compelling trailer for the flick, which was penned by Nora Garrett, below…

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Kanye West has once again found himself at the center of controversy, leading to the cancellation of a Slovakian music festival following backlash from fans and fellow performers over his scheduled appearance.

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SZA may have indicated early Tuesday (July 15) that she’s tapping out of an unexpected back-and-forth with Nicki Minaj and her fans, but the rapper is far from ready to wave a white flag in the social media war.

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