Merely hours remain until the world premiere of Rihanna‘s new single ‘Diamonds’. And so as to whip up heightened excitement among her easy-pleased Navy, the model has “unlocked” the song’s lyrics.

Now, of course, Ms. Fenty didn’t write the track herself. Sia did. But be sure to pay attention to the words, as they make for an interesting point.

See what we mean below…

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Tyler Perry continues to prove that there’s more to his brand than Madea.

The actor and media mogul has landed the role of Alex Cross in the aptly titled thriller ‘Alex Cross’.

Set to hit US theaters on October 19th, the movie relays the narrative of a Washington DC detective (Perry), who is told that a family member has been murdered. Vowing to track down the killer, he soon discovers that she was not his first victim and that things are not what they seem.

Exciting, if only to see how Perry fares in such a radically different role.

Peep the trailer above for more of  an inkling.

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It’s nearly here!

The video for Christina Aguilera‘s comeback smash ‘Your Body’ is due in a matter of days, and the petite powerhouse is in a teasing mood.

Check out the latest trailer for the Melina directed clip, which serves as the first to be lifted from Aguilera’s 5th studio album ‘Lotus’ (due November 13th).

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These days a six week industry hiatus runs risk of folk forgetting you; hence a six year break is arguably asking for it.

Case, point Nelly Furtado, who’ll need to channel the title of her new album ‘The Spirit Indestructible’ to get over its shocking chart performance this week.

Preceded by singles ‘Big Hoops’, ‘Parking Lot’, and its title track, the LP (which is Furtado’s first traditional release since 2006’s super-seller ‘Loose’) is on course to debut with shocking numbers.

Details after the jump…

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When opportunities come a’knocking, it’s important to embrace them. Such is the case for R&B crooner Usher, who after inking a deal to join The Voice last week, has now been forced to reschedule his upcoming European ‘Euphoria Tour’ with Rita Ora.

Press release after the jump…

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Looking for lovely, loud, and loads of laughs?  Then, that would mean you’re looking for Tasha Smith.

The New Jersey born beauty has seen her resume filled with a number of memorable roles like Ronnie Boice (HBO’s ‘The Corner’) and Jennifer (‘Daddy’s Little Girls’), but it’s her portrayal of Angela (Tyler Perry‘s  ‘Why Did I Get Married’) that has catapulted her to the spotlight.

Fit, fierce, and fiery, Angela has taken that spotlight from the big screen to TV – captivating new viewers weekly on the top rated TBS series ‘For Better Or Worse’.

As the series nears its season 2 finale,  Tasha talks exclusively to That Grape Juice about what viewers can expect from the show, her latest happenings, and dishes on her dream of playing late disco diva Donna Summer in a biopic.  You definitely won’t want to miss this…

 

Click here to read the interview!

Click here to read the interview!

Click here to read the interview!


Believe us when we say Dawn Richard is fast becoming our favorite act.

Serving the vocals and creativity today’s chart are running low on, Ms.Richard constant supply of fresh music and visuals has made supporting her cause all too easy for Pop lovers.

So now, get into ‘86′, the heartfelt jam produced by Drew, drawing on her colorful childhood and varied influences.

We love it!

Find out if you do too below…

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Frank Ocean dedicates his latest cut ‘Blue Whale’ to his unborn daughter, released on his Tumblr page earlier on today.

Featuring some of his cleanest vocals to date, the number arrives weeks after he performed ‘Thinking Of You’ at the 2012 VMAs, and months before he’s set to enjoy the 2013 Grammy Awards, by way of his debut album ‘Channel Orange’.

Greatness below…

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Solange is back!

Here to save us from the talent deficient mess that are the Rihanna‘s of the world, the Creole belle readies the launch of her third studio album with the release of ‘Losing You‘-out October 2nd.

Now ahead of its release via Terrible Records, she took MTV behind the scenes of its video.

Watch below…

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 Though it wasn’t widely publicized until it actually happened, yesterday marked Chris Brown‘s latest court appearance in relation to his 2009 altercation with Pop singer Rihanna.

Unfortunately for the Pop Prince, his hearing took an unsuspected turn when it emerged he had tested positive for a marijuana test on June 18th, despite being on probation at the time.

Want all the details?

We’ll leave this one to our sisters at She Is Diva.

Your thoughts?

Lyrica Anderson comes baring gifts today, releasing the hotly anticipated ‘King Me’ online minutes ago.

Featuring the budding R&B hit ‘I Might Like It‘ and the infectious ‘Surrender’, we’d say the release is a ‘Must Listen’, telling of the talent Timbaland is hoping will dominate the charts in the near future.

Enjoy below…

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Mercedes is back!

After having her world turn upside down by betrayals in both her professional and personal life in Episode 1 and 2, viewers can now find out what happens next in the third installment of her story.

We’re already glued to it, so get into Episode 3 and let us know what you think about it below…

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