Rap fans are all too familiar with Queen Bee Lil Kim‘s 1997 smash hit ‘Not Tonight (Ladies Night remix)’ featuring a host of famed femcees on bars and (video) cameos – Missy Elliott, Queen Latifah, Mary J. Blige,  Angie Martinez, Lisa ‘Left Eye’ Lopes, and more.  For those who aren’t, ‘The Voice (of the young people)’ Lil’ Mama thinks its time you get familiar.

Speaking with our friends over at Hip Hop Wired, the ‘Scrawberry’ rapstress took time away from the America’s Best Dance Crew judging table to speak on her latest happenings, a desire to do a new all-star remake of ‘Ladies Night’, and her mentors – Hollywood power couple Will & Jada Pinkett-Smith.

Find out what she had to say after the jump:

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While fans may be readying themselves to see R&B heartthrob Chris Brown deliver live showings of cuts from his ‘F.A.M.E.’ album in the coming days, producer/friend Kevin McCall has spilled news on its now completed successor – ‘Fortune’.  Originally slated for a late 2011 release, McCall (who is prepping his own release) informed our friends at RAP Up TV that the ‘F.A.M.E.’ followup has gotten rescheduled.

Find out when you expect it on shelves after the jump:

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Miami dance machine Jason Derulo treats fans to another offering from his ‘Future History’ album (due September 27).  Said to be an official ‘promotional single’, the Rick Ross-assisted ‘Make It Up As We Go’ seems aptly titled as it appears the singer did just that over many parts of the track.

Expectedly never venturing too far into the unknown, ‘Make It Up’ drives Derulo’s signature pop sound over a very familiar uptempo avenue. You decide; Is he headed for a ‘hit’ or is Derulo destined to miss?  Yield your verdict after the jump:

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Singer Trey Songz has been beaming in interviews and television alike about his late August performance(s) in South Africa.  Now, courtesy of TimesLive, fans can chime in on the action.

See Mr. Steal Your Girl steal a few hearts after the jump:

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As reported here, legendary crooner Tony Bennett gets a helping hand from some of music’s leading ladies on his ‘Duets II’ album (due September 20).  With a guest list that features names like Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey, Queen Latifah, and Amy Winehouse, it’s no surprise that buzz is building steadily as the album’s debut week draws nearer.

While we’ve already let you in on ‘Body and Soul’ – his duet with Winehouse (said to be her last recording), now fans can see what the other divas on board brought to the table.

Check out TGJ faves Lady Gaga and Mariah Carey’s contributions after the jump:

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‘Jumping Trains’ diva Jojo looks to have jumped from conductress to seductress with a recent snapshot making rounds on Twitter.  The singer unveiled the pic with the caption:

“Rockin 6 inch heels for the heck of it.. So excited for a girl’s night! My fave.”

Your thoughts?

Rapper Flo Rida was most recently spotted at the 2011 Video Music Awards readying fans for the release of his latest single ‘Good Feeling’.  Unveiled earlier this week, the song features production/sampling from producer/DJ Avicii as well as Dr. Luke.

When asked on the inspiration behind the record, Flo Rida cited ‘Single Ladies’ singer Beyonce‘s portrayal of the R&B legend in the 2008 film ‘Cadillac Records.

Sampling Etta James‘ 1962 recording ‘Something’s Got a Hold On Me’, hear the song and find out what else ‘Right Round’ rapper said about his ‘legendary’ single on after the jump:

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Hours after sending fans into a frenzy with the unveiling of her ‘Glass Heart’ album artwork, ‘Bleeding Love’ songstress Leona Lewis lets fans in on the action behind the scenes.

Already impacting radio, the X Factor alum premiered the accompanying visual for ‘Collide’ last week.  Now,  you can check out the makings after the jump:

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Jennifer Lopez has had quite a year.  In addition to the recent 3X platinum certification of her biggest single ever (‘On the Floor’), the ‘I’m Real’ singer’s rejuvenated career has seen her foray (back) into fashion, film, and TV.  And, with news surfacing months ago about her addition to the iHeartRadio music festival line-up, Jenny from the block let fans in on what they can expect of her performance set as well as news on her upcoming single.

Peep the ‘Papi’ performer ‘On Air with Ryan Seacrest’ after the jump:

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Brandy & Monica may be en route to sharing yet another commonality – Keyshia Cole.  The ‘Calling All Hearts’ diva set the Twitterverse  ablaze earlier when she called upon gal pal Brandy’s assistance on an unreleased track.  Likened to her ‘Trust’ collaboration with Monica, Cole had this to say:

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To which the ‘Never Say Never’ singer replied:

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Given that both singers are working on new material for releases in the coming months, the timing would be perfect.

Would you like to hear a Keyshia Cole/Brandy duet?

Your thoughts?

In addition to serving up our original content, we’re  happy to announce that each week you can now watch BET‘s newest reality series ‘Born To Dance’ right here on That Grape Juice TV!

Hosted by Laurieann ‘Boomkack’ Gibson, the show seeks out and give the 20 aspiring young dancers the tools they need to take their careers to the next level; allowing them to battle it out for the number one spot and the ultimate prize of $50,000!

From week to week, they dance their way through a variety of creative challenges including: a music video competition, a commercial, and ultimately the chance to perform live with Lady Gaga in front of a packed arena in The Monster Ball Tour.

Hit ‘PLAY’ and get into episode 5!

Kelly Rowland can add the shower to the list of stages she slayed.

The Destiny’s Child alumni, who is gearing up for her tour with Chris Brown, was hilariously recorded by her assistant as she belted out ‘Part of Your World’ from Disney’s Little Mermaid.

Check out ‘Black Ariel’, as she christens herself, in action below…

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