For over a year, there has been much publisized bad-blood between Hip-Hop femcee’s Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim. Billed as a battled of the old generation vs the new, the feud has spilled over into their respective fan groups, with debate raging on the daily as to who is better, who’s ‘past it’, and who never was ‘it’.

Ever keen to hear what the streets are saying, That Grape Juice hit Hollywood to hear what the public think of ‘beef’, allegations of copying, and whole lot more.

This is ‘The Word…On Nicki Minaj v Lil Kim’

Amy Winehouse‘s worst nightmare Adele, has revealed that she plans to give her music a complete makeover on her next album and plans to head for a more acoustic sound.

Despite the awe inspiring success she has enjoyed with latest LP ‘21′, the ‘Rolling In The Deep’ singer has confirmed that as well as delivering something completely sonically different next time around, she will produce the entire LP herself.

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For over a year, there has been much publisized bad-blood between Hip-Hop femcee’s Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim. Billed as a battled of the old generation vs the new, the feud has spilled over into their respective fan groups, with debate raging on the daily as to who is better, who’s ‘past it’, and who never was ‘it’.

Ever keen to hear what the streets are saying, That Grape Juice hit Hollywood to hear what the public think of ‘beef’, allegations of copying, and whole lot more.

Hit ‘PLAY’ and check out ‘The Word…On Nicki Minaj v Lil Kim’.

Check out Beyonce gracing this month’s edition of Vogue Italia.

In a seemingly Grace Kelly inspired shoot, the songstress poses in various unique fashions in homage to old Hollywood Glamour.

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It’s that time again! That Grape Juice wants to see what you all are listening to. Which 5 tracks have you got on constant rotation at the moment?

Remember, it doesn’t have to be limited to Urban music; could be something new, Throwback, religious, even something you made yourself! Drop a comment in the comments section. Ours are below – in no particular order:

1) I Was Here – Beyonce
2) Quickie – Miguel
3) Novacane – Frank Ocean
4) Parking Lot – Nivea
5) All I Am – KiKi Sheard

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

Currently the UK’s most successful and colourful boyband, JLS are showing no signs of slowing down. Indeed, the boys are tomorrow set to roll out the video for their latest single ‘She Makes Me Wanna’ – the first offering from their third album in as many years.

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Enter Fantine.

Quirky, fresh, and musically eclectic, the Russian-born, Australian-based singer is looking to make an International splash with new single ‘Rubberoom’.

Yet, despite only now serving up her debut offering, Fantine is no stranger to the industry. Indeed, last year she set out on tour Down Under  as guest vocalist and co-writer with Indie-Electro-Soul outfit Space Invadas, a trek which saw her take centre-stage at some the country’s largest music festivals, including Future Music, Splendour In The Grass, and support spots with Lupe Fiasco.

Now ready to break out on her own, she serves up ‘Rubberoom’ for the International market. Having already drummed up a buzz in her own abode, she looks poised to do the same here. For,  the Alex Gray penned cut has many talking. Check out the single in its video form above.

We’re liking what we see, however we’re ever to keen to hear what you think…

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R&B starlet Ciara was spotted in Angola last night performing some of her biggest hits to a crowd of 50,000+.  The ‘Goodies’ singer shared billing with pal Chris Brown among other music A-listers.

See Cici ‘work’ like only she can after the jump:

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Budding pop icon Beyonce assisted the nation in celebrating its 235th birthday tonight by serving up a spectacular rendition of her latest single ‘Best Thing I Never Had’.

See the starlet at Macy’s Annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular after the jump:

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Maybach Music Group signee, singer/songwriter Teedra Moses just released her Independence Day compilation  ‘Luxurious Undergrind’.

After the critical praise she received for her 2004 debut, ‘Complex Simplicity’, the ‘Be Your Girl’ singer’s record label folded before the release of it’s much anticipated follow up, ‘The Lioness’. Since then, she’s kept busy writing for Mary J. Blige, Christina Milian (‘Dip It Low’) and Raphael Saadiq; releasing a couple of a well received mixtapes along the way. Earlier this year, Moses was recruited by rapper, and admitted fan, Rick Ross for his Maybach Music Group imprint. Ross has referred to the R&B chanteuse as his personal Anita Baker. Teedra Moses will finally release the long awaited ‘Lioness’ next year. In the mean time check out the free mixtape below.

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As reported here Beyonce will be headlining the 2011 Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular. The Nick Lachey hosted showing will see Knowles perform “Best Thing I Never Had”. The ‘Single Ladies’ singer leads an all star line-up of performers and attendees – including hubby Jay Z in the audience.

You can catch a glimpse into the star’s set after the jump:

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Now that every Pop artist and their mother seem to have finally  bled every possible reference from the 80s to salt and season their music, Ke$ha has confirmed that she is looking to another decade of music to use as inspiration.

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