The unveiling of the 2012 Grammy nominations definitely got the industry buzzing in preparation for music’s biggest night.  While Adele‘s sweeping nominations came at no surprise (though rapper Kanye West nabbed the most nods), the unceremonious snubbing of two of 2011’s biggest R&B success stories – Beyonce and Jill Scott – was met with fan uproar.  While the former’s ‘4’ did at least nab 2 nods, the ‘He Loves Me’ hitmaker wasn’t getting any love from the Academy – a surprising event given the singer’s  acclaimed tour  and first #1 album on Billboard this year.

Equally known for her unparalleled vocal stylings as much as her outspokenness, the songstress took to Twitter to voice her disappointment in the Academy’s overlooking of herself, Beyonce, and fellow R&B hitmaker Miguel (who offered his own Twitter rant).  See what they had to say after the jump:

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Adding to his recent birthday celebration, ‘Say Aah’ singer Trey Songz has more reasons to celebrate due to the warm reception of his newly dropped EP ‘Inevitable’.  The EP is Trigga’s third ‘release’ this month following November 1st‘s ‘Anticipation II’ and ‘LemmeHoldatBeat’ mixtapes.  Stopping by BET’s 106 & Park to premiere the official music video for its latest single “What I Be On” (featuring Fabolous), the crooner chatted about his love for Rihanna and Nicki Minaj, as well as his latest happenings and forthcoming ventures including ‘Chapter 5’ and rework of film ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’.

Get into the new video and interview after the jump:

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It’s finally here.

Lady GaGa‘s video for ‘Marry The Night‘ made its television debut minutes ago and is now available for your viewing pleasure.

Tuck in below…

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“Cos they be all up in my business like a Wendy interview“.

Though it may be hard to believe, talk show host Wendy Williams was not always the light, bright and bubbly character many of us have grown to love over the past two years.

For, as a radio host back in the 90s, the Jersey native often found herself in hot water  with the powers that be for discussing the stories many a publicist would rather have seen dusted under the rug.

So what watch happens when Rapper T.I. and his wife Tiny make a guest appearance on her show to promote their upcoming reality TV show and find themselves having to answer some ‘inconvenient’ questions.

Footage below…

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Get familiar with behind the scenes footage taken from Rihanna‘s latest video, ‘You Da One’.

Shot in London and directed by Melina, the clip will serve as the follow up to the smash hit release ‘We Found Love‘ which is currently #1 on both the UK and US singles chart.

Watch below…

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With almost 800,000 copies sold within the space of two weeks, Drake‘s latest album ‘Take Care’ has given both he and his management, Hip Hop Since 1978, much to smile about.

Well -that is until a few days ago.

For today, reports have emerged that the Canadian Rapper has parted days with the company, less than three years after signing with them.

All the details below…

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In addition to serving up our original content, we’re  happy to announce that each week you can now watch BET‘s sitcom series ‘Reed Between The Lines’ right here on That Grape Juice TV!

Starring Tracy Ellis Ross (‘Girlfriends’) and Malcom Jamal Warner (‘The Cosby Show’), the show follows a modern-day blended family as they navigate life’s ups and downs with wit and humour. It centres on Dr. Carla Reed, a busy psychologist, wife and mother struggling to balance her job and her happy but chaotic home life.

After lengthy spell off TV, it’s oh so refreshing to have an Urban sitcom back on the small screen!

Hit ‘PLAY’ and get into episode 23!

After exploding onto the scene back in 2010, Pop upstart Willow Smith has left many a spectator wondering just when her debut album will see the light of day.

Featuring the single ‘Fireball‘, the LP is to be released by Roc Nation who built anticipation for the project last year with the release of its lead single ‘Whip My Hair‘.

Find out when the project hits stores below…

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Though the Grammy Committee may not have appreciated the art that was Beyonce‘s ‘4′, the ITV network are hoping the British public will when they air their  ‘A Night With Beyonce‘  special this Sunday.

Now, ahead of the long awaited event- get into these shots of the mother taken both on stage and behind the scenes below…

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In addition to serving up our original content, we’re  happy to announce that each week you can now watch BET‘s sitcom series ‘Reed Between The Lines’ right here on That Grape Juice TV!

Starring Tracy Ellis Ross (‘Girlfriends’) and Malcom Jamal Warner (‘The Cosby Show’), the show follows a modern-day blended family as they navigate life’s ups and downs with wit and humour. It centres on Dr. Carla Reed, a busy psychologist, wife and mother struggling to balance her job and her happy but chaotic home life.

After lengthy spell off TV, it’s oh so refreshing to have an Urban sitcom back on the small screen!

Hit ‘PLAY’ and get into episode 14!

In addition to serving up our original content, we’re  happy to announce that each week you can now watch BET‘s sitcom series ‘Reed Between The Lines’ right here on That Grape Juice TV!

Starring Tracy Ellis Ross (‘Girlfriends’) and Malcom Jamal Warner (‘The Cosby Show’), the show follows a modern-day blended family as they navigate life’s ups and downs with wit and humour. It centres on Dr. Carla Reed, a busy psychologist, wife and mother struggling to balance her job and her happy but chaotic home life.

After lengthy spell off TV, it’s oh so refreshing to have an Urban sitcom back on the small screen!

Hit ‘PLAY’ and get into episode 13!

It’s the figure you’ve all been waiting for.

The US  first week sales of  Rihanna‘s ‘Talk That Talk‘ are finally here!

Without further delay, find out what she sold below…

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