A potent potion of hits, fashion, and outlandish have seen rapper A$AP Rocky ascend into the major leagues. However, it’s also the MC’s forward-thinking cultural commentary that has caught the attention of the masses for the right reasons.

Case, point his feature in the latest issue of Interview magazine. Paired with a (now trademark) risqué  photoshoot, the piece saw the 24-year-old New York native sit down for a Q&A with designer Alexander Wang – whose line he wore in the shoot.

Perhaps most interesting in their discussion was Rocky’s unprompted and frank take on the issue of homophobia in Hip-Hop. He said:

“One big issue in hip-hop is the gay thing. It’s 2013, and it’s a shame that, to this day, that topic still gets people all excited. It’s crazy. And it makes me upset that this topic even matters when it comes to hip-hop, because it makes it seem like everybody in hip-hop is small-minded or stupid—and that’s not the case. We’ve got people like Jay-Z. We’ve got people like Kanye. We’ve got people like me. We’re all prime examples of people who don’t think like that. I treat everybody equal, and so I want to be sure that my listeners and my followers do the same if they’re gonna represent me. And if I’m gonna represent them, then I also want to do it in a good way.”

Insightful.

Peep more pics below…

Check out A$AP’s new video ‘Wild For The Night’ below…

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Despite recent efforts to downplay her legacy, those who have truly followed Brand Christina Aguilera know that she is nothing short of iconic.

Rising to success via the quality of her voice and material, her ability to craft cuts that were both inspiring and radio ready saw her soar in the face of undying comparisons to Pop golden girl Britney Spears, billed as the Krystle to her Alexis.

However, the handling of her latest album ‘Lotus’ has left some fans a little frustrated with her and concerned for the future of her career.

Indeed, despite hitting stores in November, this week saw her hint that she had pulled the plug on its campaign, much to their dismay.

So, as fans of the RCA belle, TGJ gets creative and shares ideas on how we feel ‘Queentina’ can reclaim her spot atop this generation’s leading ladies.

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Details on her new album remain scarce and its lead single nowhere to be found- however, by way of her stellar set at the 2013 Super Bowl Half Time Show two weeks ago, Beyonce‘s forthcoming tour is well on its way to becoming the strongest global outing of the year.

Why, you ask?

Find out below…

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Tuesday, April 23rd will be the day faithful fans of ‘Blow’ beauty Ke$ha will be able to feast their eyes on ‘Ke$ha: My Crazy Beautiful Life’ – a documentary set to detail the singer‘s meteoric rise to fame.

Report:

“The no-limits documentary was shot by Ke$ha’s brother, Lagan Sebert, which gives the series unprecedented access into the singer‘s personal life.  Lagan and filmmaker Steven Greenstreet followed Ke$ha with a small crew, capturing both her public and intimate moments…”

See the trailer below and catch the showing in its entirety on Tuesday, April 23, at 11 p.m. ET/PT.

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Unpredictable.

It’s a facet of the music industry that makes it ever-exciting.

Case, point Roc Nation‘s shocking signing of Australian Pop queen Kylie Minogue today.

Full story after the jump…

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For the fortunate set who grew up during TLC‘s reign, it’s common-knowledge that the trio brought the drama both on and off the stage.

Naturally, then, a biopic centred on the lives of Tionne ‘T Boz’ Watkins, the late Lisa ‘Left Eye’ Lopez, and Rozonda ‘Chilli’ Thomas, has been talked about for more than a decade.

Yet as the 10th year since Lopes’ passing draws to a close, fans will be elated to learn that the made-for-TV-movie has finally gone in to production – with the iconic group’s surviving members serving as “consultants and executive producers”.

Peep the press release below…

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With the world at large reconciling Barack Obama‘s second presidential win, so too is Hollywood.

Celebrity support played a major part in rallying the younger generation to the voting booths, so what did many of those names have to say about Obama’s win?

The answer awaits after the jump…

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“Creep.” “Unpretty“. “Waterfalls“.

For many a TLC fan, the above songs stand just as powerful today as they did upon their respective releases… a testament to the group’s skill and conviction as both performers and vocalists.

So last night, in honor of their place in entertainment history and ever moving story, the group were honored with the Outstanding Contribution To Music award at the MOBO awards, which celebrates acts inspired by, or who pull from, Music Of Black Origin.

Their acceptance speech below….

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Believe it or not, there are only two weeks left until the release of ‘Unapologetic’, the brand new album by Rihanna.

However, for reasons currently unknown, the project’s media push has been a little…slow, with some fans concerned this may tell many a tale upon chart entry.

Well, they should no worry no more. For, her label Island Def Jam have announced the launch of a promotional tour that will dominate many a media outlet.

Press release below…

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With Nicki Minaj presently “spilling the tea” about her American Idol altercation with Mariah Carey (her words, not ours), the latter has broken her silence too.

Phoning good friend Barbara Walters, the legendary singer shared her version of events – which were relayed by the anchor on The View this morning.

The shocking details and video below…

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In a true testament to her spot as Pop’s top polarizer, Rihanna has etched her name in the That Grape Juice history book. For, less than a week after releasing new single ‘Diamonds’, the song’s accompanying post has generated an unprecedented 1800 comments. Again…

One Thousand Eight Hundred Comments!

Approaching our 6th year online, the figure marks the most number of comments on a single TGJ post to date, and further cements That Grape Juice as the most active Urban Pop community on the ‘net.

Love her or loathe her, this 24 year old certainly has folk talking that talk. Trust us, we know!

Your thoughts?

Congratulations are in order for ‘Tightrope‘ sensation Janelle Monae today.

In celebration of her unique sense of individuality and ever inspiring message, world renown brand CoverGirl have called on the star to become their latest face.

Details below…

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