‘The Wind’ performer Mariah Carey has penned an open letter to her fans today, updating them on the status of her recent arm injury and the release of her hotly anticipated new album ‘The Art of Letting Go‘.

Published to her official Facebook the account, the candid piece houses details on what the world can expect from the release, and why it stands as one of the most important projects she has embarked on to date.

Her words below…

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Prince brings heat and flavour in abundance tonight, unlocking the erotic gem that is his new video ‘Breakfast Can Wait‘, joined by the dance beauty  Danielle Curiel.

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Since parting professional ways with his oldest daughter Beyonce in 2011, music manager Mathew Knowles has seen his public profile dip in the last few years, seeing the efforts he made to push the singer to superstardom forgotten by many and sullied by a number of unconfirmed rumours.

Now, in news that no doubt falls under the ‘unfortunate’ category, the businessman is allegedly readying the sale of his ‘Music World’ label, after struggling to keep it afloat after Beyonce’s departure.

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Rihanna ensured Australian fans got their money’s worth last week, rocking the Allphones Arena with her long running ‘Diamonds World Tour’.

Pulling in positive reviews from left, right and center, her time at the arena brought with it stellar performances of some of her greatest hits and some many an album cut. One of these, being the Future penned ‘Love Song‘.

A seductive Riri below…

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Guess which Universal act was snapped working out in preparation for his forthcoming tour today?

Hint: His latest album was recently certified Silver by the British Phonographic Industry for sales of over 60,000 units!

Not sure who he is?

Find out below!

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After watching the well loved single peak sweep US radio by storm earlier this year, R&B icons Toni Braxton & Babyface release the video for ‘Hurt You’.

Pulled from  their collaborative LP ‘Love, Marriage & Divorce‘, which arrives Nov. 25, the video is undeniably a stunning sight to behold, sure to breathe colourful life into the lives of any music lovers who press play below…

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It may have taken her a while, but Selena Gomez has finally responded to comments made by Pop ‘Royal’ Lorde, who hit out at the star in an interview available to read here.

Adding fuel to the criticism that already surrounds Selena and her involvement- or lack of it- in crafting her own messages, Lorde‘s estimation of Selena’s influence on young girls saw the star forced to address her during an interview with Hot 99.5.

What the ‘Come & Get It’ singer had to say for herself?

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As Elijah Blake continues to lead 2013’s batch of R&B newbies, his sonic sibling Jermaine Crawford ignites a fresh fire in the genre with the ‘Underdog‘, his new EP!

Garnering over 40 spins here at TGJ HQ since its arrival, ‘Underdog‘- though far too short for anyone’s liking- is exciting to say the very least, seeing Jermaine swim in romantic waters and find a potential AC hit with the Janet Jackson inspired ‘Janet’.

Enjoy below…

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As if the positive part they play in the careers of so many entertainers wasn’t enough, this week saw BBC 1Xtra showcase even more love for their music with this year’s ‘1Xtra Live’, welcoming ‘Luxury’ belle  Azealia Banks to the star studded stage.

A stage, that played host to a stage show put on by the Rapper that stood nothing short of being spectacular.

Why we’d say she’s one of the best live acts to rock the scene in the last decade?

Check her out below…

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Consider yourself of R&B gems Sevyn Streeter and K.Michelle?

If so, you’ll be pleased to learn that the ladies have joined forces to birth the ‘Rebellious Soul Tour‘, launched to push sales of Michelle’s brand new album of the same name.

Now, after releasing the tour’s official dates here, the pair unlock a trailer for the stage show, sending it out to the world via Michelle’s official YouTube account!

Check it out below!

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Who is the Ultimate R&B Diva?

It’s a question debated day-in and day-out here at That Grape Juice. Indeed, as one of the most active Urban Pop communities online, it’s little surprise that our comment section houses many different answers.

Ever keen to plough through the smoke and mirrors, we hit the streets of Hollywood to ask the masses which R&B star has the truest claim to the top spot.

Hit ‘PLAY’ above to watch The Word on The Ultimate R&B Diva!

Do you agree with their picks?

Your thoughts?

Beyonce– it would appear- is a very busy girl.

For, one night after details emerged from alleged video shoot in London, today has seen fans learn of news that confirms her fifth studio album will be arriving far sooner some had initially expected.

Good news below..

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