An enduring R&B classic, 1994’s ‘I Wanna Be Down’ is known by many as the tune that transformed a relatively unknown teen singer-actress into an international musical superstar.

The lead single from Brandy‘s eponymous debut album, the Keith Crouch and Kipper Jones-penned bop shot to the top of Billboard’s R&B charts and even peaked at #6 on the Hot 100 at the height of its popularity.

Blazing a path for what would become one of the genre’s most prized discographies, ‘Down’ served as the first chapter of the Vocal Bible’s narrative – a musical journey that’s still collecting awards nearly 30 years after its beginning.

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Khalid is back with the 2023 heartbreak anthem we didn’t know we needed!

Teaming with Australian dance trio PNAU, the GRAMMY-nominated singer has dropped ‘The Hard Way’ – an EDM banger that masterfully weaves its high BPM with lyrics that speak of struggling to move on after the love has gone.

“I wish we could’ve came to some solution / Through all the conflict, find a resolution / But now we’re sitting in this empty room and / You’re pushin’ me aside,” Khalid sings ahead of the tune’s chorus. “When you said / Both of us just have to learn the hard way / I sit here for hours, begging you to stay / Since you’re leaving me, I’ll never be the same.”

The latest taste of new music from the 25-year-old ahead of the release of his third studio album, ‘Everything is Changing,’ look inside to hear ‘The Hard Way.’

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Following months of dropping what appeared to be standalone singles, August Alsina sprung quite the surprise on his dedicated fans Wednesday (March 8) when he announced his unexpected fourth studio album, ‘Myself,’ would hit digital shelves Friday (March 10).

The follow-up to 2020’s ‘The Product III: StateofEmergency,’ ‘Myself’ comes as a 10-track affair that sees the 30-year-old sit front and center thanks to its modest list of features.

Featuring the previously released cuts ‘Lied to You,’ ‘Weekdays,’ and its title track, marches to chart battle as Alsina’s second release on the Shake the World/EMPIRE label imprint.

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If it’s anything Miley Cyrus’ current era, ‘Endless Summer Vacation,’ is proving it’s that she’s not letting off the gas.

The same week the project’s lead single, ‘Flowers,‘ was uprooted from the #1 spot on the Hot 100, the Pop diva began flooding her social media accounts with news of its successor: ‘River.’

Produced by Tyler Johnson and Kid Harpoon, the tune boasts lyrics of a woman who just can’t get enough of her lover.

“You go on forever / You’re just like a river,” Miley wails on the song’s chorus before the second verse. “Blowing bubbles in the bath, I can’t stop from thinking lately / You could be the one, have the honor of my babies…”

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Miley Cyrus’ last studio effort, 2020’s ‘Plastic Hearts,’ was a major victor on the critical front but failed to see that win mirrored commercially.

Returning with a vengeance at the top of 2023, the Pop diva’s succeeding era – ‘Endless Summer Vacation’ – was kicked off by the gargantuan hit ‘Flowers’ which planted itself atop the Billboard Hot 100 for a whopping six weeks (her personal best).

Breaking global streaming records along the way, Cyrus is undoubtedly hoping ‘Vacation’ follows its lead single’s trajectory.

Unveiled Friday (March 10), the 12-song set features guest appearances from superstar singer-songwriters Brandi Carlile and Sia as well as production contributions from major names like Kid Harpoon, Tyler Johnson, Mike WiLL Made It, and more.

The effort is uniquely divided into two parts: an AM side that represents “buzz, energy, and the potential of new possibilities” and a PM side that represents “slinky, seediness, and kind of a grimy glamour.

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Jennifer Lopez is looking to heat up the summer months with brand-new music.

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Michael B. Jordan is enjoying a resounding victory after ‘Creed III’ – which he stars in and directed – delivered knockout results at the global box office. And while some would rest on said success, the multi-hyphenate superstar is doing the opposite.

Because various sources have confirmed that Jordan is expanding the ‘Creed’ universe across film and TV on Amazon.

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‘Scream‘ is back and it’s bigger, better, and… scarier!

The latest installment of the hit horror franchise adds to an iconic tapestry that has thrilled audiences for decades.

Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett, the sixth chapter of the series – which is aptly titled ‘Scream VI’ – turns up the volume all the way up and delivers frights like never before. 

The narrative sees the four survivors of the most recent Ghostface killings leave Woodsboro behind and embark on new horizons. Needless to say, trouble follows.

That Grape Juice‘s Maya Egbo caught up with ‘Scream VI’ stars Mason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown, who dished on the film and what fans can expect from the flick – which hits theaters worldwide on March 13.

TGJ also sat down with the directors who lifted the lid on keeping the beloved franchise fresher than ever.

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Chris Brown‘s ‘Under The Influence’ is proving to be an enduring hit. Case in point, it has another long stay at #1.

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The Weeknd consistently proves himself to be the man to beat.

No stranger to seeing his name penciled in Hot 100 history books many times over his 11-year career, the crowning jewel of his major accomplishments is undoubtedly the 2020 megahit, ‘Blinding Lights,’ shining as the longest-charting song by a solo artist in the hitlist’s 64-year history.

This week, in the wake of landing his seventh career chart-topper with the Ariana Grande-assisted ‘Die For You (Remix),’ the 33-year-old (born Abel Tesfaye) finds himself entering the chart’s record books again – this time making history for tying his idol’s longstanding solo achievement.

Look inside to see what title he’s now sharing with King of Pop Michael Jackson.

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Rema and Selena Gomez have a hit on their hands. Case in point, they have just landed a coveted spot at pop radio.

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August Alsina sent his fans into a frenzy of worry in late 2021 when he suggested he was hanging up his mic to head into retirement.

Yet, the award-winning R&B star followed the announcement by cranking out a steady stream of new music – even watching his songs  ‘Lied To You,’ ‘Myself,’ ‘2 AM,’ and ‘Weekdays‘ enjoy a warm reception from music lovers (as we reported here).

And while those tunes were not accompanied with official reports about the larger project they were tied to, Alsina took to social media this week to lift the lid on news about his next body of work.

Turns out it will be hitting digital shelves a lot sooner than expected.

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