Kendrick Lamar  has opened up on the struggle he faced become one of Rap’s fastest selling contributors, speaking on his past in an interview with Santillian and the Wild Out Wake-Up Show.

Addressing the realities he faced as a teen growing up in Compton, the interview saw him reveal that he believed he oft believed he would lose his life to violence before rising to fame- as he explains below…

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Upon announcing her pregnancy back in the summer of 2011, many would have been right to think Beyonce‘s ‘4‘- the album she was pushing at the time- would suffer on a commercial tip as a result.

However, in what cements the entertainer’s position as an album seller, the LP is currently experiencing a global sales rebirth as a result of her ‘Mrs.Carter Show’- pushing the release even nearer to the 3 million units sold worldwide mark.

Details below…

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Tamar Braxton is bringing the heat this Summer.

Having told her tale of ‘Love & War’ (with great commercial results), the youngest of the Braxton clan and expectant mother serves up ‘The One’ as the second single to be lifted from her sophomore album (also titled ‘Love & War’).

Though drawing on R&B’s go-to sample, Mtume’s ‘Juicy Fruit’, Ms. Braxton’s track manages to scorch on its own accord. Take a listen below…

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Christina Aguilera snatched headlines left and right with her stunning appearance at the TIME 100 gala last month and, by the looks of things, she’s sticking with her new look.

The ‘Your Body’ singer was snapped out and about in Los Angeles with longtime boyfriend Matthew Rutler, sending quite the message with her happy and healthy frame. And while we’re primarily concerned with the music here at That Grape Juice, we’d be lying if we didn’t acknowledge the role image plays in making and breaking stars. It’s great to see Xtina’s back on track. Here’s hoping it’s paired with new material…pronto! Until then, *hits PLAY on ‘Lotus’*

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The fierce fashion at the Met Gala 2013 may have set the net ablaze, however its snaps from inside the event that’ll likely have most talking.

Case, point, Nicki Minaj‘s seemingly innocent photo opp with music mogul and Mariah Carey‘s ex-husband Tommy Mottola. After all, while there’s every chance the Young Money star’s run-in with Mottola could have been coincidental, many will question the timing of the pic given Minaj’s recent Twitter outburst against fellow American Idol judge and ‘#Beautiful’ singer Mimi. Then, of course, there’s Tommy’s recent tell-all book on his time with the multi-octave vocalist. Hmm.

On a less controversial note, peep pics of Madonna posing it up with Beyonce and Frank Ocean below…

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Stars from many a field showed up and showed out tonight at the Costume Institute Gala 2013 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

The event, which is colloquially known as the ‘Met Gala’, saw a host of Hollywood talent descend into New York City in their finest fabrics for this year’s showcase – which this year boasted a “Punk” theme.

King B, Beyonce, led the pack — dazzling in a Givenchy gown that turned many a head. No signs of jet lag were present on the stage blazer who jetted in from London on a day off from her sold-out Mrs Carter Show World Tour.

Meanwhile, Madonna had folk talking too. Although we’re not sure it was for the same reasons.

Peep pics of Material Madge, Nicki Minaj, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, Rita Ora, and more below…

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Tomorrow is a big day for Tamar Braxton.

The mother-to-be is set to debut new single ‘The One’ and so as to whip up a buzz has unwrapped its official cover.

Set for release via Epic Records, the track (which samples B.I.G’s ‘Juicy’) follows chart smash ‘Love & War’ – which is still making major gains on Urban radio. Both are set to appear on the singer and reality star’s new album, due later this year.

Still, with five months having passed since its predecessor debuted, we’re more than ready for Ms. Braxton-Herbert’s latest offering. Roll on tomorrow!

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Soulful crooner John Legend shares his taste for the cinematic in the video for new single ‘Who Do We Think We Are (ft. Rick Ross)’.

The first visual to be lifted from the singer’s new album ‘Love In The Future’ (due June 25th) draws on the theme of movie The Great Gatbsy.

Check out the standard and explicit versions of the clip after the jump…

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‘Lost Ones’ songstress Lauryn Hill has been sentenced to three months in prison by a Newark judge today, for failing to pay taxes to the tune $1.8 million.

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After being arrested for attempting to patronize a male prostitute over the weekend, DJ Mister Cee took to his home at ‘Hot 97‘ to adress the scandal– hoping to hush speculation surrounding his sexuality.

This, after he pleaded guilty to soliciting a transgender prostitute on the streets of New York back in 2011.

Listen to the interview above!

(From left to right:  Beyonce as Etta James,  Angela Bassett as Tina Turner, Jennifer Lopez as Selena)

Usher, Justin Timberlake, Nina Simone, and Marvin Gaye are just some of the many known names in music who will see themselves involved to some capacity in a biopic this year. 

Indeed, the coveted biopic role has launched many-an-act to stardom in its tenure by bringing to light the real personal lives of celebrated public figures. 

Most recently, VH1 has taken the reins in preparation of a TLC biopic and continues to tease fans with snaps from the set of the highly anticipated film (like the one seen here).  With many great biopics of yesteryear to live up to, our excitement for the venture leads us to ask you – That Grape Juice faithful:

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With the world head over heels with her new single ‘Beautiful‘, it’s safe to say Brand Mariah Carey is back in its rightful place (see ‘American Idol’ judging backlash).

Now, in doing her part to truly help this year’s contestants outside of the series, the Grammy award winning star has invited three of them to collaborate on her forthcoming album- epic by all estimations.

Listen as she explains the project’s premise to her pal Ryan Seacrest below….

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