Grammy winning, multiplatinum diva Toni Braxton is enjoying a reignited career with the monstrous success of WeTV’s ‘Braxton Family Values’.  No time to rest on laurels, the eldest Braxton daughter is under new management and already working on new projects – including an album, rumored Broadway shows, and possibly films.

Still making promo rounds for the hit reality show, the R&B vet recently dropped by Essence magazine to tackle topics of ex-husband Keri Lewis, sibling Tamar Braxton, why Mark Wahlberg is her ideal “snowman”, and why she’s been absent for many of the Braxtons’ earlier promotional appearances.

As ever, Braxton is brazen in her responses.  Check after the jump for the read:

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This past Sunday saw 20-year-old pop belter Jojo lend her soaring vocals to the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ at the MLS Cup Final in California.  While this wouldn’t mark the first time the diva-in-training put her soulful spin on the historic number, this most recent event saw a more subdued display of the her ever-maturing vocals.

How did she fare?  Be the judge after the jump:

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Following the release of her sophomore set ‘No Boys Allowed‘, Keri Hilson has risen to become one of music’s leading staples- slowly but surely cementing her status as the current go to girl for mid tempo Contemporary R&B.

However, despite her undeniable success and new found notoriety ,she still finds herself coming under criticism for having what some might call an ‘off attitude’.

While we here at That Grape Juice wholeheartedly  disagree with that stance (she’s nice to us every time we see her), there are some who- quite unfairly- put their dislike for  her down to her alleged ‘beef’ with fellow belter Beyonce.

Now peep this video sent to us by a reader this evening and let us know what you think about it…

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Yesterday, snaps of Kelly Rowland shooting the clip for her ‘Keep It Between Us‘ single surfaced here.

Today, more from the set has emerged which will give fans a clearer idea into the video’s premise.

Shots below…

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The coming year is gearing up to be quite eventful for Rap Royal Nicki Minaj.

Because, after generating excitement within her fan base yesterday by announcing the release of a new album ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded‘ , today saw more good news swing by her way.

She has been added to the star studded line up of the  2012 Grammy Awards celebratory event.

Full story below…

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In addition to serving up our original content, we’re  happy to announce that each week you can now watch BET‘s sitcom series ‘Reed Between The Lines’ right here on That Grape Juice TV!

Starring Tracy Ellis Ross (‘Girlfriends’) and Malcom Jamal Warner (‘The Cosby Show’), the show follows a modern-day blended family as they navigate life’s ups and downs with wit and humour. It centres on Dr. Carla Reed, a busy psychologist, wife and mother struggling to balance her job and her happy but chaotic home life.

After lengthy spell off TV, it’s oh so refreshing to have an Urban sitcom back on the small screen!

Hit ‘PLAY’ and get into episode 12!

After months of speculation, creative chameleons Black Eyed Peas have announced the news many of their fans had been dreading.

Today on ‘The Ellen Show‘, the quartet have made a formal announcement regarding the future of the group.

Without further delay, get into their statement below…

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The world of Pop has brought us many unlikely pairings over the years.

Eminem and Dido. Patti Labelle and Cyndi Lauper. Lil Kim and a #1 album.

Today, one more duo was added to that every growing list. Mary J. Blige and Justin Bieber.

Check out the R&B Queen joining the Pop Prince to perform  the song ‘Under The Mistletoe‘ on ‘The View‘  today below…

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All hail King Drake!

For, anyone who ever doubted how his latest album ‘Take Care’ would fare upon its release may find themselves mincing their words today.

You guessed it.

As of today, the album is #1 on the Billboard 200.

Find out how much he sold this week below…

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An ever-festive Mariah Carey stopped by the Home Shopping Network last night to promote her “Holiday” range of jewelry, ornaments and Santa Claus dolls.

Tacky, we know. However, it’s Ms. Carey-Cannon’s cooky personality which makes this one worth a watch. She’s clearly on another planet and we love her for it.

Hilarity awaits after the jump…

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The last few days have given Canadian Rapper Drake much to smile about.

For, with his album ‘Take Care‘ moving 659,000 copies in its first week of release (giving it the second highest selling first week figure to be released by a full priced album this year) his status as Rap’s leading man has never looked more secure.

So, in a further bid to push the project in time for next week’s charts,the performer paid a visit to ‘Chelsea Lately‘ to discuss a number of topics, from his favorite beverage, his thoughts on Jewish Rappers and his relationship with fellow Rapper Nicki Minaj.

Watch below…

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