In an ever-changing musical landscape, to be the best, it’s vital to be guided by the best. And for the likes of Destiny’s Child, Solange, and Beyonce, that expert shepherding came courtesy of Mathew Knowles.

Widely hailed as one of the greatest music managers and branding architects of all time, the Houston-native served as one of the central engines powering the iconic careers of his colossal clientele.

Now, Knowles is continuing to impart his valuable expertise via a diverse array of mediums – including industry engagements, academia, and more.

That Grape Juice caught up with him at the XP Music Futures seminar he gave in Riyadh, where he opened up about his illustrious career, achievements, and the future of the ever-evolving music business.

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Davido is back!

The Afrobeats titan has unleashed his brand new album ‘Timeless.’

Arriving as the Nigerian performer’s first LP since 2020’s ‘A Better Time,’ the set sees the star moving forward after much-publicized hardship.

Speaking on the release (which serves as a fusion of sounds), Davido said:

“Timeless is a body of work that goes beyond fashion and trends it’s an authentic body of work that remains true to my core as an artist- using my music to bring joy to my fans across the world. The songs you hear today will be just as relevant tomorrow, that’s why it’s TIMELESS.”

Featuring collaborations with the likes of Asake, Dexta Daps, and Skepta, the album makes its debut in the run-up to his freshly announced comeback shows.

Aptly titled ‘A Timeless Night With Davido,’ the jaunt will see the stage blazer host one-off shows in cities such as London (April 5) and a homecoming show in Lagos.

Take a listen to ‘Timeless’ after the jump…

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With collaborative ventures or solo singles like ‘New Normal,’ ‘Last Call,’ ‘Present,’ ‘Skyline,’ and ‘Satellite,’ singer-songwriter Khalid kept fans fed with new music over the last two years and eager to learn the fate of his third studio album – the serially delayed ‘Everything is Changing.’

And while he’s yet to offer an official update on the project’s status, he continues to tease cuts that may line its tracklist. The latest of such stature is ‘Softest Touch.’

A mellow, laidback groove, ‘Touch’ hears Khalid praise a love interest for having everything he’s looking for in a woman.

“You’ve got the softest touch, I just can’t get enough / When it comes to you, you are the one I want / You’ve got the softest touch, I just can’t get enough / This touch, you’ll always be the one I want,” he croons on the hook of the Vaughn Oliver, Blake Straus, and Nico Stadi-produced jam.

K’s first solo offering of 2023, hop inside to hear it in full.

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Since late 2021 with the arrival of her Platinum-selling debut solo single, ‘Have Mercy,’ singer-songwriter Chloe Bailey has had fans saying just that as she blazes a path up Billboard charts without the help of her sister, Halle Bailey (as part of the sister act ChloexHalle).

And while ‘Mercy’ counts itself among a string of introductory tunes that didn’t make the final cut for Chloe’s debut solo album, ‘In Pieces,’ those scrapped cuts certainly set the pace for it.

On the wings of warmly-received songs ‘Body Do,’ ‘How Does It Feel,’ ‘Pray It Away,’ and its title cut, March 31 brings with it the GRAMMY nominee’s long-awaited inaugural body of work courtesy of Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records.

Hop inside to stream the 14-track set which features appearances from Future, Chris Brown, Missy Elliott, and more.

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Donald Trump has made history by becoming the first person who has served as US President to be indicted.

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‘A Thousand and One’ has been earning rave reviews for resonating reasons.

Anchored by Teyana Taylor and written/directed by A.V. Rockwell, the moving film tells the story of the spirited Inez who returns home to Harlem, NYC in the mid-’90s.

While reacclimating, she encounters a youngster named Terry who is on the cusp of entering the foster care system. Inez follows her heart and takes him into her own care…illegally. What follows is an emotional rollercoaster ride that spans 12 years.

That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid sat down with Taylor and Rockwell for an intimate roundtable discussion in New York City.

During the candid discussion, the dynamic duo opened up about the creative process of the movie (which won the Sundance Grand Jury Prize), cliches, growing up in Harlem, the realities of gentrification, and more.

TGJ’s exclusive interview awaits below…

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They’re back! After an elongated spell off-air, the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ returns for its 15th season on May 7!

The latest installment of the reality smash promises an array of dramatic twists and turns.

To drum up buzz, Bravo has unleashed a titillating trailer hinting at this season’s many plot lines.

We won’t give too much away, but it’s safe to say Kenya Moore, Kandi Burruss, Marlo Hampton, Drew Sidora, Sheree Whitfield, and Sanya Richards-Ross are bringing the heat.

Really though, what are you waiting for? Check out the first look at RHOA season 15 below…

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Taylor Swift is on a roll. Case in point, she has scored another radio smash thanks to her song ‘Lavender Haze.’ 

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Coi Leray‘s ‘Players’ is the hit that keeps on giving. Case in point, it has given her yet another #1 single.

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‘The Breakfast Club’ is heading to BET.

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Coco Jones is blazing a trail and her latest stop was ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.’

Taking center stage, the rising star shone with a rousing rendition of ‘ICU.’

As reported, the singer-actress made her first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 with the track – which continues to be powered by impressive strides on R&B radio.

Rather than rest on her laurels, Jones – who plays Hilary Banks on Peacock’s ‘Bel-Air’ – is strutting the promotional trail.

Watch her newest live offering after the jump…

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Eva Marcille made headlines this week when it was revealed that the media maven has filed for divorce from her husband Michael Sterling. 

The couple, who have been married for five years, share three children together and have seen their union spotlighted on TV during Marcille’s stint on the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

Responding to the news, Sterling – who is an attorney – has issued a statement.

Find out what he had to say below…

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