Madonna is officially heading to the Eurovision Song Contest!

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After a decade (plus some) wait for induction, Pop icon Janet Jackson finally got to formally accept her inclusion in the ever elusive Rock & Roll Hall of Fame last night (March 29).  Her powerful acceptance speech spoke volumes as it recounted her humble beginnings and efforts to standout from her brothers to becoming one of music history’s most influential female performers.

Paying homage to the trail blazed by her siblings (Jackson 5 were inducted in 1997, brother Michael inducted as a solo artist in 2001), the diva was sure to thank her familial forerunners and even shout out those who came after her during her trip down memory lane:

I witnessed, along with the rest of the world, my family’s extraordinary impact on popular culture. Not just in America, but all around the globe, the entire globe. As the youngest in the family, I was determined to make it on my own,” Jackson said. “I wanted to stand on my own two feet, but never in a million years did I expect to follow in their footsteps. Tonight, your baby sister has made it in.”

That’s not all she said.  Addressing the challenges of being a woman of color in the industry, Jan also called for the election committee to continue pushing the needle forward as it relates to female representation in the Hall of Fame. Look inside to hear all this and more:

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In life, Diana Ross and Michael Jackson‘s love for one another was pronounced. And it’s a trajectory that shows no signs of let up almost a decade after MJ’s passing.

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While some acts have microwave success and mirroring longevity, Rak-Su are taking a brick-by-brick approach to building their empire.

The Pop quad rose to prominence in 2017 after winning The X Factor and have been widely hailed as being one of the show’s most credible offerings in years. For, having formed long before their appearance on the platform, they dazzled on a weekly basis with original songs that were both self-penned and self-produced.

In the time since their stint on the show, they’ve toured intensely and fed fans with fresh material.

The latest of the latter comes in the form of new EP ‘Rome.’

That Grape Juice caught up with the group (which is comprised of Myles, Ashley, Jamaal, and Mustafa) to discuss the project, their future plans, their X Factor journey, and more.

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Nicki Minaj‘s ‘Nicki WRLD Tour’ certainly wasn’t extended the “luck of the Irish” when it touched down in Dublin for the latest stop of its European leg.

Already plagued with criticism for the unexpected cancellation of two shows due to “electrical issues” (click here to read more), the scheduled March 15th stop in the “Fair City” came as the third show to be axed due to unforeseen issues.

Look inside to see the tweet from the show’s promoters that sent fans into such a fury they – much like #Barbz in Bordeaux – chanted “Cardi B” in the streets:

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The credits are done rolling on the 91st Annual Academy Awards, known more commonly as the 2019 Oscars.  Hailing from the Los Angeles Dolby Theatre, the night saw the year’s most notable releases honored for their multi-layered contributions to the world of film.

Like any memorable ceremony, it was the unscripted moments that made for the most resonating…namely those inspiring acceptance speeches.

Keen to see who got the opportunity to deliver one?  See the full list of winners inside:

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It’s been three weeks since Maroon 5 took to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta to deliver what many are calling the ‘worst Super Bowl Halftime Show’ in recent memory (click here to watch), but that hasn’t stopped critics from  weighing in on more controversial aspects of the performance – namely the portion that saw the group’s frontman, Adam Levine, perform shirtless.

Cries of ‘foul’ and ‘gender inequality’ rang over Twitter at the time of the incident as many recalled the backlash superstar Janet Jackson received when her breast was accidentally exposed during the 2004 Super Bowl Halftime show.  In an attempt to score justice for the Pop icon, some took to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) – the United States’ “primary authority for communications law, regulation, and technological innovation” – to complain.

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Are we the only ones who love when awards’ season is in full swing?

With the Grammys and Golden Globes in our rearview, next up is the NAACP Image Awards.

Unveiling its full list of nods today, the prestigious award honors actors, actresses, singers, authors, and activists of color, in and out of the entertainment industry, via its 50th annual presentation this year live on TV One.

Music royals such as Beyonce, JAY-Z, and Janet Jackson all landed noms in the recording categories, as did  Grammy-winning newcomers such as H.E.R and Ella Mai.

Elsewhere Netflix and HBO lead in the TV categories.

Ahead of finding out who will walk away with the coveted trophies on March 30th, head below to see the full nominations list:

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The 61st Annual Grammy Awards certainly provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.

Now, after show-stopping performances from Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, Cardi B and more, see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

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The 61st Annual Grammy Awards hasn’t even officially kicked off yet and it’s already provided many a notable moment courtesy of its pre-show.

Ahead of the actual telecast, the presentation of major awards, and the line of anticipated show-stopping performances from Fantasia, Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, Camila Cabello, Janelle Monae, and more, Ariana Grande, Beyonce, and H.E.R. have already “walked away” (as some are not in attendance) with the show’s biggest star – the golden gramophone.

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Gina Rodriguez‘ brand is in trouble.

For, despite efforts to present herself to the world as a progressive and inclusive member of the entertainment industry, her actions have given many reason to believe she holds an anti-black world view.

Only right then, that she clear things up with an interview she hoped would clear her name and clarify her comments.

Alas, the opposite has occurred.

Find out why below….

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