Kelly Clarkson served a rousing rendition of ‘My Country Tis Of Thee’ moments ago, in celebrating President Obama’s second Inaugural event, celebrating his second term in Office.

How did she fare?

Watch below…

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It was the DVD series that introduced Nicki Minaj to the world back in ’07, and now- in a strange case of the tables being turned- it seems the Rapper has now become the teacher to Lil Kim‘s student, now that the latter has turned to the outlet to relaunch her career.

Yes, six years after Minaj graduated from the ‘Fendi’ led underground circuit, her one time inspiration- in emulating her career- now stars as the DVD’s leading lady, as seen in footage released this week- but shot last year- below…

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As far shoots go, very few can say they take snaps as stunning as those served by Lana Del Rey.

That point was proved once again this week when her cover for Elisabeth Dijan‘s  ‘Numero Tokyo’ surfaced online, ahead of its official March 2013 release.

Marking one her best covers to date, the contralto’s spread in the magazine precedes the release of her UK #1 album, ‘Born To Die‘ and its supporting EP, ‘The Paradise Edition’.

Peep her in action below…

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Fresh from blazing the Billboard charts with his his comeback effort ‘Suit & Tie’, Justin Timberlake is giving fans a window-peak into the making of its parent album – ‘The 20/20 Experience’.

Taking to his official website, the former NSync singer shared new shots of him and hitmkaer Timbaland in the recording studio as they continue piecing together one of Pop’s most anticipated releases.

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As sales of her sophomore album, ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded‘ edge nearer to global sales of 1.5 million, the album has enjoyed significant gains on the Billboard Charts– secured hours before her stint on ‘American Idol’ aired on the 16th.

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While R&B’s market continues to dwindle by the year, it seems Hip Hop continues on to do the opposite- spawning at least two or three cash cows per year.

This year, one of these was Mr. ‘Problem’ himself, A$AP Rocky whose debut album ‘Long Live A$AP’ has pulled a number of stunts and tricks on his competitors this week, both home and away.

Find out how the LP fared in the UK below…

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Today’s the day!

In a mere matter of hours, Beyonce will take front stage centre to perform the US National Anthem at the public Inauguration of President Barack Obama for his second term.

The Washington DC spectacle, which expects to attract up to 800,000 people (and hundreds of millions watching worldwide), will also see performances from the likes of Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, and reportedly Lady GaGa too.

Nevertheless, all eyes will be on megastar Bey as she tackles America’s most iconic song – ‘The Star Spangled Banner’.

And so as to give fans an insight into her preparation process, King B shared shots of her rehearsing on her trusty Tumblr page. Check them out below, where her show-stopping performance of the National Anthem from the Super Bowl 2004 awaits too.

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This week brings with it the debut of Nicole Scherzinger‘s latest single ‘Boomerang’. And so as to whet appetites, the former Pussycat Doll has unwrapped new promotional shots in support of the track’s release on Thursday.

Looking all sorts of lush, we hope the same can be said of the song when it arrives.

In the meanwhile, peep more pics below…

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That Grape Juice was on-hand at the 28th Annual Stellar Awards last night, shot live at Nashville’s famed Grand Ole Opry.

There, we had the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Williams – who was seen reuniting with fellow Destiny’s Child alum Letoya Luckett.

While we quite hushed about the “new” Destiny’s Child number ‘Nuclear’ and forthcoming Superbowl performance, the ‘Do You Know’ diva did share news about her forthcoming Broadway run and new album. As ever, keep it locked for more Stellar Awards coverage and news on Miss Michelle as she is looking for input on the set’s title from none other than you – That Grape Juice faithful.

Your thoughts?

While some of the music world awaits the reunion of R&B girl group Destiny’s Child at this year’s Superbowl,  there has been chatter about another all female supergroup reuniting – The Clark Sisters.

Indeed, the legendary foursome that lent such hits as “Blessed & Highly Favored” and “You Brought the Sunshine” promised their 2007 compilation ‘Live: One Last Time’ would be just that – their last.

However, chatting with the group’s jazziest member Dorinda Clark Cole (“I’m Still Here”, “Take It Back”) at last night’s 2013 Stellar Awards, That Grape Juice uncovered news that a united return featuring sisters Karen Clark Sheard, Twinkie Clark, and Jackie may be on the horizon.

Also dishing on her ‘Female Vocalist of the Year’ nomination for her latest effort ‘I Survived’ (subsequently awarded to niece Kierra Sheard), press PLAY above to get the scoop.

Tidbit:  Click here to read our recent interview with Dorinda!

Your thoughts?

Can you believe it’s been two years since Lil Kim released ‘Black Friday’? And yet 24 months after the mixtape topped the Paypal 100, there’s been no follow-up album nor any news about one.

Still, as keen appreciators of Kim’s legacy, any sighting of the Queen Bee brings a smile to our face. Case, point, this shot of the femcee on the set of Tiffany Foxx‘s video for buzz single ‘Jay Z’ – which also features the pint-sized icon.

As reported last Fall, Foxx has been anointed as Kim’s protegé, something we’re entirely in support of. Not so much because the New Yorker is the second coming. Rather, it’s due to Kim being better suited to a nurturing role at this stage of her career.

Like Ashanti, she’s made no secret of her disdain for the supposedly “insulting deals” labels are putting on the table to veterans such as herself (see: 360). And with each year reducing the chance of a better deal being cooked up, also dissolved are our hopes of  Kim releasing a 00’s album as epic as ‘The Naked Truth’. Or an album of any sort. Such a project requires two components: artistic confidence and a mini-machine to mobilize its cause. Sadly, these are things Kim clearly doesn’t have in her arsenal anymore.

And while that would have made us sad several years ago, it’s a reality we’re surprisingly comfortable with today. Much like a boxer, artists like Kim have their prime and their shine for a period in time. Jury’s out on whether Kim’s run has ended. However, one thing both she and her fans should celebrate is that her legacy is ever-lasting.

Anyway, enough of the rambling…

Your thoughts?

Romance to rivalry.

Indeed, that’s the trajectory of former lovers Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake – at least on the charts.

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