Beautiful. Talented. Personable.

While the above are all words  oft used to describe Epic diva Ciara, the last few years have proven that not even these desirable qualities have been enough to secure the success and notoriety she has struggled to achieve on a number of occasions.

For, despite the critical acclaim her first four LP’s have garnered over the years, her latest studio effort- ‘Basic Instinct‘ left many fans wondering if she would ever be able to match or better the commercial heights  the likes of Rihanna  seem to remain atop of.

Now That Grape Juice weighs in.

Answering the question:

Just how do you solve a problem like Ciara’s career?

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The Braxton sisters are back with season 2 of their hit WeTv series ‘Braxton Family Values’.

Set to air this Thursday, Episode 6 of this series sees Tamar return to the studio, Towanda‘s marriage problems escalate, and Toni unites the family to make an important announcement.

Peep the preview above…

Batman is back!

Tagged ‘The Dark Knight Rises’, the latest instalment of the legendary film franchise is slated for a Summer 2012 release; and if this new trailer is anything to go by, it’ll be a blockbuster of epic proportions.

Peep the trailer above and synopsis below…

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What is it with Rihanna and racists?

Not long after it emerged that the Def Jam  mannequin had been the victim of a racially motivated assault at a Portuguese  hotel, the performer has  now been branded a ‘N*gga Bitch‘ by  the editor of Dutch magazine, ‘Jackie’.

Details below…

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Ping!

Rihanna has another fast food hit freshly snatched from her trusty microwave. Cue ‘You Da One’, the latest greasy treat the model is releasing from her ‘Talk That Talk’ LP.

Check out this behind the scenes look at the single’s Melina directed video, which was shot here in London this month.

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Oh Beyonce. She just won’t let them lessors be great.

Again, proving that pregnancy is little more than a few months of being heavier than usual, the megastar is already putting the wheels in motion for her 5th studio album. This according to hitmaker The-Dream, who she has reportedly enlisted for the project – the follow-up to this year’s ‘4’.

Full story after the jump…

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Fans of one time chart topper Mya will be pleased to know that her latest album ‘K.IS.S.’ is now available for purchase in the US.

Now get into the latest cut to be lifted from the project, an upbeat jam named ‘Take Him Out’.

Listen below…

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As 2011 draws nearer to its close, That Grape Juice will be acknowledging the releases, events and shocking moments which have made the last 12 months so memorable with the 5th annual That Grape Juice: End of Year Awards.

With polls open RIGHT NOW, it’s time for YOU – the That Grape Juice faithful – to cast YOUR votes (as many times as you like) on the best and worst 2011 had on offer. Category finalists were established using metrics of commercial success, critical acclaim, and general buzz.

Winners will be announced on Christmas Day – December 25th!

What are you waiting for? Cast your votes after the jump.

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As Ciara plots her chart return, all eyes are on who the singer has enlisted to craft her comeback effort. One such figure many hope not to see is hitmaker The-Dream. Ironic, it would seem, as a ‘hit’ is exactly what the 25 year old’s career is in dire need of.

Yet, meaty combo of their patchy output and Dream’s detrimental comments, have left many a Ms. Harris fan with a salty taste in their mouth when it comes to the producer – real name Terius Nash.

A taste they won’t to worry about much longer, though. For, the ‘Single Ladies’ mastermind has revealed that he will not be contributing to Super C’s Epic Records debut – in any capacity.

Find out why after the jump…

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Renown for being “the quiet one” in Pop outfit JLS, Jonathan ‘JB’ Gill made quite the statement while holidaying in Antigua.

The 25 year old, who is more notable for the term “Merry Christmas” than any part in the groups songs, made no secret of his affection for girlfriend Chloe Tangey as they played touchy-feely on the beach.

Having released their third album in as many years (‘Jukebox’) last month, the group and their entourage are relaxing in the Caribbean country before returning to the promo trail.

Peep more pics of the couple below…

Your thoughts?

Undeterred by her recent X Factor backlash, Nicole Scherzinger served up diva fierce at a press conference for the show’s upcoming finale.

The leggy stunner, who has struggled to leverage the show’s publicity against producing a hit, is pinning her hopes on new single ‘Pretty’ – which she performed on the FOX show last week. The song, as at writing, is still not on iTunes. Sigh.

In any case, peep more ‘pretty’ pictures below…

Your thoughts?