Is model-with-a-mic Cassie cooking up a comeback?  If her interview with Status magazine is any indication, the answer is a disappointing definite yes.  Gracing the mag’s latest cover, the vocal less vocalist is said to be preparing ‘Elecro Love’, the follow-up to her 2006 self-titled debut.  Though said to be in production since 2007, the album is finally being prepped for release sometime later this year.

See what else the ‘Long Way To Go’ singer shared after the jump:

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Undoubtedly one of the most anticipated R&B releases of the year, Kelly Rowland‘s ‘Here I Am’ finally hit stores last week. And after 7 days on shelves, the LP’s first week sales are now in.

Find out what the ‘Motivation’ led LP sold after the jump…

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Check out ‘Teenage Dreamer‘ Katy Perry sporting a bold new hue recently in Los Angeles.

Switching her trademark black hair to blonde and now to pink, Mrs. Brand turned many an unsuspecting head whilst filling up her car at a gas station.

Big shout out to Punch Bowl Blog for the shot.

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Yesterday, That Grape Juice posted images of Rihanna having more than a good time at a carnival in her homeland of Barbados.

Now, video footage of the starlet’s antics have surfaced which may not be suitable  for those of the more ‘delicate’ persuasion.

Watch below…

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Check out  Grammy award winning singer Beyonce in a brand spanking new commercial in support of her deal with long time partners L’Oreal.

In the commercial, the ‘Star Is Born’ remake actress finds herself in an intimate setting in hope of finding ‘The One’.

Watch below…

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Fan of hit talent show ‘The Voice‘?

If the answer to the above was yes then you just may be in luck.

For the second series of uniquely formatted singing competition has received an official premiere date and it may be a little later than you think.

Find out when below…

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With an upcoming spot on talent show ‘Majors & Minors’ and a new tell all documentary on the way, it seems that Brandy Norwood is  trying to make her way back to the forefront of music debate.

For after a difficult last few years riddled with poor album sales, intense personal drama and well documented label disputes, there is no denying that many of her ever loyal fans are hoping that upcoming years will serve to mark a more positive time for the performer.

We here at ThatGrapeJuice HQ are curious to know one thing.

What can Brandy do to get back on top?…

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It was billed as the biggest Hip-Hip tour in history. Yet, Rap titans Kanye West and Jay-Z have abruptly pumped the brakes on their hotly anticipated ‘Watch The Throne Tour’. Well, kinda..

Full story after the jump…

Originally scheduled to set sail next month, it appears time just wouldn’t permit, leaving the national trek postponed until October. And, though some dates have been rescheduled, there remain no update on others. (Although, given the hype, it’s likely a case of when, rather than if). Check out the revised dates, via HH&M, below…

The video for Cher Lloyd‘s single ‘Swagger Jagger’ may have over 100,000 dislikes on Youtube, yet that hasn’t stopped the record-buying public flocking to buy the track. Indeed, after just 24 hours on sale, the love it or loathe track sits at #1 on iTunes, making it a strong contender for the top spot on the Official UK Singles Chart this Sunday.

To celebrate the single’s release, the 18 year old held a CD singing at Westfield‘s in Shepherd’s Bush, London last night..

We must say, we’re liking her get-up. She scrubs up well. More pics below…

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LeToya isn’t the only entertainer paying homage to the band that was Destiny’s Child.

Now, Rap sensation Drake has delivered a rendition of the group’s smash hit ‘Say My Name’ for his adoring fans.

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Fans of world renowned producer ‘The Dream’ needn’t doubt his love and appreciation for them.

For it has been confirmed that he will release a free album in coming weeks, complete with original material as a thank you for their support.

Read more below…

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The latest line-up of the Sugababes assert their ‘Freedom’ on their first original single with new member Jade Ewen.

Due for release on September 19th, the empowering track is also the ladies first offering on new label RCA (Sony Music).

Arguably the group’s last crack at being taken seriously, it begs the question: does the song do what it needs to? The answer awaits after the jump…

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