Following the success of first outing ‘Finally Famous’, Big Sean‘s upcoming sophomore effort ‘Hall Of Fame’ is easily one of Hip-Hop’s most anticipated releases of the year.

And with the set’s August 27th arrival rapidly approaching, the G.O.O.D Music rapper has unwrapped its accompanying cover in a bid to build on the buzz generated by its confirmed features (Lil Wayne, Jhene Aiko, and “possibly” Eminem).

Taking to Instagram, the 25-year-old showcased both the standard cover (above) and the deluxe – which you can peep below…

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Destiny has certainly been kind to Kelly Rowland and LeToya Luckett.

The former Destiny’s Child band-mates looked all sorts of lush as they caught up at Atlanta’s Prive earlier this week.

While the snap may come as a surprise to some, the pair have photographed together on multiple occasions since rekindling their friendship several years ago.

As many will recall, Luckett and LaTavia Roberson were ousted from the Grammy winning group in 2000 after requesting new management. DC’s remaining members Rowland and Beyonce would go on to recruit Michelle Williams – a decision that would see the collective go on to achieve the lion-share of their epic success.

Having enjoyed a solid solo run (one she’s looking to extend with her third studio album), Lady L recently revealed that she’s continuing to flex her acting muscles thanks to a new main cast role on VH1’s ‘Single Ladies’.

Watch her talk EXCLUSIVELY to That Grape Juice about her latest endeavors after the jump…

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Selena Gomez continues to carve a fresh lane for her brand this week, kicking off the promo rounds for her brand new album ‘Stars Dance‘.

Released to stellar reviews on July 23rd the Rihanna inspired project is set to debut on the Billboard 200 with 100,000 units- flaunting songs penned by Toby Gad (‘Big Girls Don’t Cry‘) and Stargate (‘Unfaithful‘).

Now, watch as the Pop sensation performs her new promo single ‘Slow Down’ on ‘Live with Kelly & Michael’ below!

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Norway found themselves showered with love on July 25th, when Rihanna arrived in Oslo to rock her ‘Diamonds World Tour’ for the European market.

While at the Telenor Arena, the seasoned hit maker praised the country for their contribution to her success, via the ‘Irreplaceable‘ producers that are Stargate, who hail from the nation.

A reflective Riri after the jump…

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Not since the heights reached by Missy Elliott and Lauryn Hill has a female Rapper enjoy sales that see her go to to toe-and at times outsell- her Pop star contemporaries.

This time around, that female Rapper is none other than ‘Envy’ maestra Nicki Minaj whose debut album ‘Pink Friday‘ continues to solidify her time atop her field even three years after release.

For, with 3.8 million units worldwide, the album is now officially one of the highest selling albums of the decade- celebrated in a tally which showcases US sales moved since 2010.

Of course, while this decade has seven years to go before it ends, the list below tells many an interesting tale and – in Nicki‘s case- explain why the likes of Pepsi, MAC and Fox have all been so eager to nab a piece of her commercial pie.

Check it out below…

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Earlier this month, Pop star maker Jay Z took to NYC’s Pace Gallery to shoot the performance art flick, ‘Picasso Baby’.

While there, he delivered a performance of the ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’ jam in the company of Art enthusiasts and A-listers and now- one week before it premieres in full on Friday August 2nd at 11 pm- the icon unveils its trailer.

Check it out below…

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And the teasing continues.

The ladies of the newly reformed Danity Kane are keeping mum on the their comeback project. However, in a continuing trend, members of Platinum selling Pop outfit are letting their actions do the talking.

Case, point, Aubrey O’Day.

The group’s most outspoken member took to Instagram this week, sharing quite the telling snap.

Check it out after the jump…

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Lady GaGa is back and so is The Word!

After a brief rest on the bench, our staple feature returns, asking the general public – are you excited about Lady GaGa‘s comeback?

With ample buzz surrounding the singer’s ‘ARTPOP’ album and the roll-out of its lead single, we hit the streets of Hollywood to plough through the smoke and mirrors quizzing the masses about whether they’re anticipating the return of Mother Monster.

So what are you waiting for? Hit ‘PLAY’ to watch ‘The Word… on Lady GaGa’s ARTPOP  Comeback’. 

As ever, be sure to let us know your views below!

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The ever upbeat ‘This Is Max’ caught up with ‘Awkward‘ purveyor Rita Ora recently, meeting up at Yahoo’s Wireless Fest for an interview now available to watch below!

During her time with the Platinum belle, Max quizzed the star on a number of hot topics but- more importantly- asked for fresh details on what will be Rita’s first US album, due out in the next year.

Peep their conversation below!

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‘Thug in My Life’ chart regular Rihanna has been ordered to pay a five figure fine this week, after she skipped legal depositions arranged by the accountants she claims mishandled her finances during her time with them.

Full story below…

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Days after her new album ‘Talk A Good Game’ skated towards the 200,000 unit mark, Kelly Rowland continues her reign over iTunes R&B today, with four Urban hits in the tally.

Standing proud as the only act on the chart with three or more entries, the entertainer’s long running R&B success story continued as she stepped out for dinner in West Hollywood last night, arriving at Nobuyuki Matsuhisa‘s ‘NOBU’.

Footage from her night out below…

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Lady Gaga continues her onslaught of nude promo via the latest snap (seen above) lifted to her Twitter handle.

Sending fans into a swift frenzy, the Mother Monster sits atop a throne of motherboards while showing off her thigh tattoo, wearing nothing but interesting eyewear and dark shoes.  Accompanied by the tweet, “1ST SINGLE FROM ARTPOP COMES AUG.19 #24DAYS”, the tune – rumored to be titled ‘Applause’ – has already seen its Inez & Vinoodh-directed video shot.

And, while faithful monsters await its live unveiling at the MTV Video Music Awards on August 25th, we, like them, anxiously await more news on the single in the coming days.

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