Much like ‘Material Girl’ Madonna, recent years have seen Pop icon Jennifer Lopez use albums as a vehicle to launch bank account busting world tours, seemingly unbothered by the “modest” numbers pulled in by said albums.

Alas, when one considers the time, money and planning that goes into completing an album, one wonders just how unbothered the superstar will be when she learns of her new LP’s ‘AKA‘ first week digits today.

What they were?

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“Been around the world…”

Renown for her unique sense of style and Jay Z-approved brand of feel-good Pop, Rita Ora continues to soar above the bulk of her Brit-Pop sisters via press coverage scored both home and away.

Yet to turn that tabloid water into commercial wine, Rita proved just how bright her international star shines recently when she was swarmed by fans and paparazzi after leaving West Hollywood’s ‘Chateau Marmont’ with friends.

There, she signed autographs for her adoring public while striking many a pose for waiting paparazzi, all of which was caught on camera by ‘Pop Candies TV.’

Peep Hurricane Rita in all her global glory below…

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Onwards and upwards seem to be the MO for August Alsina this year, set to extend his Hip Hop & R&B reign with the launch of his first headlining tour!

Announced before he rocks the 2014 ‘BET Awards’ with a performance in support of his debut album ‘Testimony’, the tour will bring with it live rendition of cuts from the LP, and serve as a promotional platform for its follow up!

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After announcing that they were to tell the story of R&B singer Aaliyah through a biopic, ‘Lifetime’ have announced that the movie will take the bold step to explore the singer’s “relationship” with mentor R.Kelly.

Responsible for penning her interestingly titled ‘Age Ain’t Nothing but a Number’, Kelly’s recent duet with Pop star Lady GaGa saw him face fresh criticism over his dealings with the then teenager, labelled a predator for his alleged targeting and subsequent sexual abuse of African-American teenage girls.

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17 tracks make up the R&B piece that is ‘Trigga’, the sixth studio album by ‘Songbook’ star Trey Songz.

Now, should you wish to hear all 17 of these tracks before the LP’s July 1st release date, you’ll be pleased to learn that they can be streamed right here on That Grape Juice.Net, teased by the entertainer and its star studded collaborators.

Think Justin Bieber.

Think Mila J.

Think Nicki Minaj.

Ready to give it  a spin?

Press play below…

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Rapper turned TV staple Bow Wow has announced that he is to part ways with his stage name, revealing that it no longer embodies the brand he has built for himself today.

Details on his bold new move, below…

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Mack Wilds, August Alsina and Ed Sheeran look sharp on the cover of ‘Vibe’ magazine, teaming up to star in a spread name ‘R&B’s Most Wanted.’

Billed ‘Soul Brothers‘, the trio’s success in the last year is celebrated by the publication, with all three making major waves in their respective fields in the last year, with the British Sheeran wowing US audiences with his unique sound of acoustic soul.

More from their shoot below…

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Last week, ‘Hot 97’ veteran Angie Martinez made headlines when announced she was to split with the radio station…and move to its rivals over at ‘Power 105.1.’

Today, the Hip Hop tastemaker detailed her reasons for leaving ’97’ with her new family at ‘The Breakfast Club’, doing so before she’s set to begin work at the station in July.

So…why she left Ebro Darden for Charlamagne Tha God?

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Following in the footsteps of Jennifer Lopez, the dawn of Beyonce‘s solo career saw the star launch a promotional assault on the media via music, fashion and film.

Alas, despite going on to become one of Hollywood’s more bankable triple threats, Mrs.Carter‘s parting with manger Matthew Knowles saw her movie ventures pushed aside to make more room for her album and touring plans.

Now, in what may mark her return to the big screen, the star has been linked to a role which would see her star alongside ‘Six Degrees of Separation’ actor Will Smith!

Details below…

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Busta Rhymes plants a Hip Hop kiss on Usher‘s latest single today, rocking the singer’s ‘Good Kisser’ with a remix of his very own!

Released as the song continues to woo listeners of ‘BBC Radio 1′, the remix drops before Raymond performs the jam live at this year’s ‘BET Awards’, and has us hoping future Busta LPs will see him use production akin to ‘Kisser’s.

Why?

A melodic Rhymes below…

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New music alert!

Jhene Aiko teams up with Cocaine 80s to unlock ‘To Love & Die’, the first single from her debut LP ‘Souled Out’!

Due out this summer, the project will no doubt benefit from her Top Ten R&B single ‘The Worst’, and its supporting EP ‘Sail Out.’

So, how does ‘Love’ compare?

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The divas of Devious Maids are back for a second round of drama-filled antics.

Conceived by Desperate Housewives creator Marc Cherry and executive produced by Eva Longoria, the spicy dramedy follows the lives of five maids who work for the wealthy residents of Beverly Hills.

With the both workers and their bosses housing a host of secrets, season 2 of the hit Lifetime series promises to be its most scandalous yet.

Peep a preview of of season 2 / episode 11 after the jump…

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