Christina Aguilera stuns in the music video for ‘Hoy Tengo Ganas De Ti’, the Alejandro Fernandez led single pulled from his new album, ‘Confidencias’.

Released after it shot to #1 in Mexico, viewers of hit TV show ‘La Tempestad‘ will be all too familiar with the number, as it serves as its official theme song, used years after its original was birthed by Miguel Gallardo in 1975.

Sure to soar even further with the release of the video below, the song’s success should hopefully encourage Christina to promote her next LP (properly) as to reap rewards of her star power for her own material.

Until then, enjoy below…

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She may have struggled to maintain her run at the top, but very little can take away from the impact Lil Kim made while there.

Putting her sales aside, Kim‘s unashamed and liberated take on sex and sexuality in music in the face of intense- and at times unfair- criticism no doubt pushed the envelope on what it meant to be a female artist- Rapper or otherwise.

Now, in an interview with ‘The Guardian’, the Grammy winning entertainer has showered love on ‘Pour It Up’ siren Rihanna.

Her words below…

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That Grape Juice was one of select outlets on hand for a private screening of the summer’s newest action blockbuster ‘R.I.P.D.’ days before its July 19th premiere.

The Robert Schwentke-directed flick boasts an all-star leading cast comprised of veteran actor Jeff Bridges, Hollywood heartthrob Ryan Reynolds, and Mary Louise Parker (‘Weeds’). Recently deceased Nick Walker (Reynolds) is recruited to join an after-life crime fighting agency called the RIPD, who hunt and arrest souls or “deados” who escape eternal damnation. With the help of partner Roy Pulsifer (Bridges), the duo uncover a diabolical plot to rebuild an ancient artifact that could trigger the apocalypse. Together they comb the city of Boston in an effort to stop the end of the world.

If you’re in the mood for a metaphysical trip down ‘Men in Black’ lane, then ‘R.I.P.D’ is set to fancy. There are definitely some laugh out loud moments as well as some moments that reveal larger questions. It comes stock with rookie cop vs. veteran, good vs. evil, and witty, comedic writing to boot.

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The chemistry the twosome imparted to movie screens was not by no means absent when they were on hand this week at New York’s Mandarin Hotel for an exclusive press conference.  Chatting exclusively to a room of tastemakers, critics, and more – That Grape Juice was on hand to get the skinny on the film including their inspiration behind pursuing the roles, the physical preparation and demand of the action sequences, and so much more!

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R&B trend setter Trey Songz adds his Triple Platinum touch to ‘Bounce’ today, the new single and supporting video launched by Juicy J!

Joined by Wale, Trey and J called on Benny Boom to direct the video after calling on Britney Spears’ maestro Dr.Luke to produce the song itself, pulled from J‘s August 27th release, ‘Stay Trippy‘.

Fall in love with the club cut after the jump!!

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July 23rd marks the spot for Rich Gang‘s forthcoming compilation album, four years after the release of their ‘Bedrock’ fuelled ‘We Are Young Money‘.

So, with fans to reach and numbers to move, the Rap collective fling a brand new single into the atmosphere today…billed ‘Bigger Than Life‘, now available to get into below!

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With ‘Pour It Up’ now on its way to double Platinum seas, Rihanna has watched its EDM sister ‘Right Now’ begin its journey to the top this week, watching it sales push it even closer to Billboard Hot 100’s Top 40.

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The 2013 Premios Juventud Awards kicked off at Miami’s Bank United Centre last night, inviting a collection of Latin entertainment’s brightest stars to celebrate the thriving arena.

With Latin youth voting to see their favourite acts pick up the night’s award, the star studded show wowed audiences both in and out of the venue when Jennifer Lopez took the stage- rocking out alongside long time collaborator Pitbull.

Performing a medley of  her most recent hits, the ‘Maid in Manhattan‘ star was also joined by the ever charismatic Ricky Martin, who performed his Anthony Egizii penned jam, ‘Come With Me‘.

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An audio recording of ‘Coldest Winter’ MC Kanye West– reportedly made minutes after his infamous Taylor Swift VMA ‘breakdown’- has surfaced online today, via John Cook’s ‘Gawker’.

In the recording, the performer can be heard explaining the motive behind his actions on the night, revealing just why he believed Swift never deserved to beat Beyonce in the ‘Best Female Video’ category, and why Eminem triggered his need to rewrite his verse on the Rihanna backed ‘Run This Town‘.

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With the world on edge awaiting updates on the health of South African leader Nelson Mandela, films in his honor are already gaining steam.  The most anticipated of the bunch is ‘Long Walk To Freedom‘.

Starring actor Idris Elba and Naomi Harris, see January 2014 due movie is already being teased via a recently unveiled trailer.  See it above:

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‘Lose To Win’ wailer Fantasia undoubtedly won over Broadway fans with her critically acclaimed stint on ‘The Color Purple’ in 2007, but now it seems the Grammy winning soulstress is ready for a redo.

Indeed, still gleaming in the success of her fourth R&B chart topper ‘Side Effects Of You’, Fannie has signed on to star in Jack Viertel’s ‘After Midnight’ – a new Jazz-inspired musical set to showcase the work of Duke Ellington’s years at Harlem’s Cotton Club.

Kicking off with a “preview run” beginning October 18, fans can expect to see Fannie’s soaring alto on the Warren Carlyle-directed show’s official opening on November 3rd. 

Those looking for more info should click HERE as the tickets are already on sale.

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It’s the episode fans of both series‘ have been waiting for, and now- in an episode billed ‘The Simpson Guy’, ‘The Simpsons’ and ‘Family Guy’ will merge for a one off special!

Set to air in the fall of 2014, the special will take air via ‘Family Guy’ and see The Griffins embark on a road trip, ending up in ‘Springfield‘, home to The Simpsons.

Both housed at Kevin Reilly‘s ‘FOX’, the animated series‘ will see their respective lead characters become fast friends, with Bart Simpson (Nancy Cartwright) and Stewie Griffin (Seth MacFarlane) engaging in a number of pranks throughout the highly anticipated episode.

News of the crossover comes after ‘Guy’ saw its Season 11 premiere draw in 6.5 million viewers on September 30th 2012, marking a considerable low for the Mike Elias directed show- following the 10.86 million pulled by Season 6.

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‘Friend of Mine’, ‘As We Lay’, and ‘You Should’ve Told Me’ are just a few of many memorable titles that have propelled R&B belle Kelly Price to prominence.  Wooing music lovers into a nearly two decade long love affair with her vocal stylings (decorated with melisma, belts, and oft-lauded range), 2013, however, has proven the range of Price’s talents – as evidenced by two new television ventures – does not rest behind the microphone alone.

Chatting exclusively to That Grape Juice, the ‘Himaholic’ hitmaker dishes on her starring role in TV One’s new hit show ‘R&B Divas:  LA’, new music, reality show ‘Too Fat For Fame’, and so much more.  As ever, you won’t want to miss this:

‘R&B Diva’ Kelly Price Shouts Out That Grape Juice

 

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