Much like our ‘Retro Rewind’ and ‘From the Vault’ segments, readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.  So in a quest to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday we introduced a new retrospective segment – ‘TGJ Replay’.

Unlike its ‘Rewind’ and ‘Vault’ predecessors, ‘Replay’ looks to dust off and showcase albums (and eras) from a library of pop music hits.  Come on down memory lane with us to reflect on the best-selling album of all time by a female act  – none other than ‘Come On Over’ from the Queen of Country Pop Shania Twain:

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She’s the Urban Pop belle with a plethora of R&B smash hits to her name. This year, Ciara will no doubt be hoping to add a few more hits to her name with the release of her new album, ‘One Woman Army‘- set for launch via EPIC Records.

So, in building momentum for the campaign months before its release, the ‘And I’ singer met with the guys over at ‘Dazed & Confused’ for an interview which saw her address her decision to stick with R&B music, her financial woes during the ‘Basic Instinct’ era, and her admiration for ‘Here I Am‘ Rapper Nicki Minaj.

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Easily one of the most anticipated albums of the year, there’s both a pressure and excitement that ushers in the release of Justin Timberlake’s comeback LP ‘The 20/20 Experience’.

Due in stores on March 18^th, the ten-track set is the star’s first collection of new material since the super-selling ‘FutureSex/LoveSounds’ hit the charts almost seven years ago. And while it’s this very fact fueling this project’s hype, being an artist of Timberlake’s caliber means there’s also ample expectation of the songs housed on the album.

Naturally, then, That Grape Juice were elated to be among the few outlets invited to listen to the LP late last month in London town. Introduced by the man himself on the eve of the BRIT Awards, the album was played in its entirety – allowing us to taste, chew, and digest Pop’s most anticipated offering.

In the weeks since, the album has been streamed for the masses – with ample debate surrounding how good it actually is.

Ever keen to plough through the smoke and mirrors, That Grape Juice has your answer after the jump…

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Just as we began pouring out a little liquor for Christina Aguilera‘s ‘Lotus’ project, the Pop diva has bounced back with new hit ‘Feel This Moment’. The Pitbull track, which sees Aguilera soar over popular A-Ha sample, has exploded on iTunes and is rapidly making a beeline for the top spot.

So as to give it an added boost, Xtina has teased this new snap from the cut’s video – which is set to be unwrapped any moment now.

Let’s hope this is followed up by a solid push for her own (much better) new single ‘Let There Be Love’ soon after.

Take a listen to ‘Feel This Moment’ after the jump…

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Justin Timberlake‘s week-long residency on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon continued Thursday evening. The stage blazer, who is in full-on promo mode for new album ‘The 20/20 Experience’, served up a performance of new cut ‘Strawberry Bubblegum’.

Watch him work after the jump…

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Maybach O, or Omarion as he is most famously known, is ready to put his latest solo offering into high gear with ‘Paradise’ – one of many new tracks readied for his inaugural Maybach Music Group (MMG) release ‘Love and Other Drugs’.

The not so G-rated cut sees O revisit lyrically familiar territory (see: sex, drugs) over a Youngfyre-produced, chopped-n-screwed beat.  With a music video for the tune reportedly due Monday, get acquainted with ‘Paradise’ below and tell us your thoughts:

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Lil Kim joined The Braxton sisters in NYC last night, joining them as they celebrated the season 3 premiere of their hit reality show, ‘Braxton Family Values’.

Undeniably stunning, the ‘Twisted‘ Rapper hit the spot days after she revealed chart topping producer Bangladesh was to executive produce her forthcoming album, set to mark her latest business venture since taking Rap stunner Tiffany Foxx under wing to launch her career.

More pics from the natural beauty below…

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In case you didn’t know, Wynter Gordon is one of the many acts on rotation here at TGJ HQ.

As fans of the singer, we’re all too aware that she’s never quite gotten the acclaim her music should afford her, which is why we thought we’d share three of our favorite cuts from her ‘Human Condition: Doleo’ project, released to fans last year.

In the mood for new material?

Wynter’s wonders below…

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Peep these snaps of ‘Home Run’ Princess Misha B, turning the heat all the way up on the set of her new video ‘Here’s To Everything’.

Due for release on April 28th, the single’s video comes months before the unveiling of her debut album, which fans can get their hands on via Relentless Records, who also released her UK Top Ten cuts, ‘Do You Think Of Me’ and the aforementioned ‘Run’.

More pics below…

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Easily one of Brit-Pop’s most anticipated releases this year, Mutya Keisha Siobhan‘s comeback album is still being cooked up in Los Angeles.

The ladies, who served as the original members of the Sugababes, are currently in the studio with Solange producer Dev Hynes, after recently wrapping sessions with the iconic Diane Warren.

And while their new material isn’t quite ready to take out of the oven just yet, it didn’t stop the ladies from sharing a preview of the sound they’re channeling.

Today saw new cut ‘Lay Down In Swimming Pools’ released to the Soundcloud page of Hynes, who wrote:

“Just finished recording new music with Mutya, Keisha and Siobhan and the girls felt like having a bit of fun at the end of the last session – enjoy!!”

Take a listen to the track, which is built around Kendrick Lamar‘s hit ‘Swimming Pools’, after the jump…

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Much like our ‘Retro Rewind’ and ‘From the Vault’ segments, readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.  So in a quest to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday we introduced a new retrospective segment – ‘TGJ Replay’.

Unlike its ‘Rewind’ and ‘Vault’ predecessors, ‘Replay’ looks to dust off and showcase albums (and eras) from a library of pop music hits.  Get ready for a trip down memory lane to R&B teen sensation Tevin Campbell‘s sophomore smash ‘I’m Ready’…

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For all the wrong reasons, Justin Bieber has been the subject of many a headline of late. Indeed, when not turning up two hours late to a show, the Pop pin-up was snapped was wrestling with paparazzi.

Having seemingly had enough, the 19 year old has written an open letter to his critics in the media – setting the record straight about a number of issues.

His PR’s words after the jump…

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