Today marks the release of Lloyd’s ‘King of Hearts’ album.

The singer’s 4th album, and first post-The Inc. release, mostly features production from famed Hip-Hop/R&B producer Polow Da Don and guest appearances from heavy-hitters such as Chris Brown, Trey Songz, and Young Jeezy.  And much like the aforementioned, the album, preceded by the top 10 R&B hit ‘Lay It Down’, sees the New Orleans native venture into played out familiar subject matter over much of the album – sex.  Unlike some of the album’s co-stars (I bet the readers know his name…his name…his name), Lloyd’s vocal ability is one that is noteworthy and often overlooked.

From the bass driven, slow jam ‘Naked’ to the Andre 3000 assisted “Dedication To My Ex”, Young Goldie may tip-toe into cliche, but his delivery is far from cloned.  As, to the surprise of some, to say the album is solid would be an understatement.

Alas, Lloyd may be ‘King of Hearts’, but will he be the “King of Charts”?  We at That Grape Juice want to know, are you checking for the album?  Have you listened to or bought the LP?

If you haven’t, check out an album sampler here.

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Your thoughts?

In what is set to be the most anticipated first week figure date of the decade, the amount of units sold by Beyonce‘s latest LP  ‘4‘ have surfaced.

Without further adieu, find out how much she sold below…

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Queen of Hip Hop Soul Mary J. Blige is certainly making her rounds this summer in preparation for her new fall release ‘My Life II:  The Journey Continues’.  Evidence of that is the surfacing of the new track ‘The Living Proof’. A piano laced ballad, featured on The Help soundtrack (due in stores July 26), sees Blige display a softer, toned down vocal performance – a rarity.

Give the song a listen  and see the ‘Real Love’ diva speak on her involvement in the soundtrack after the jump:

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Pop belter Mariah Carey has cause to celebrate today, for  she is reportedly set to join the cast of X Factor USA when it makes its way to our screens this September.

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For over a year, there has been much publisized bad-blood between Hip-Hop femcee’s Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim. Billed as a battled of the old generation vs the new, the feud has spilled over into their respective fan groups, with debate raging on the daily as to who is better, who’s ‘past it’, and who never was ‘it’.

Ever keen to hear what the streets are saying, That Grape Juice hit Hollywood to hear what the public think of ‘beef’, allegations of copying, and whole lot more.

This is ‘The Word…On Nicki Minaj v Lil Kim’

Amy Winehouse‘s worst nightmare Adele, has revealed that she plans to give her music a complete makeover on her next album and plans to head for a more acoustic sound.

Despite the awe inspiring success she has enjoyed with latest LP ‘21′, the ‘Rolling In The Deep’ singer has confirmed that as well as delivering something completely sonically different next time around, she will produce the entire LP herself.

Find out more…

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Check out Beyonce gracing this month’s edition of Vogue Italia.

In a seemingly Grace Kelly inspired shoot, the songstress poses in various unique fashions in homage to old Hollywood Glamour.

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1) I Was Here – Beyonce

2) Quickie – Miguel

3) Novacane – Frank Ocean

4) Parking Lot – Nivea

5) All I Am – KiKi Sheard

What are Your Top 5 Songs of The Moment?

Currently the UK’s most successful and colourful boyband, JLS are showing no signs of slowing down. Indeed, the boys are tomorrow set to roll out the video for their latest single ‘She Makes Me Wanna’ – the first offering from their third album in as many years.

Check out more pics from the shoot below…

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Enter Fantine.

Quirky, fresh, and musically eclectic, the Russian-born, Australian-based singer is looking to make an International splash with new single ‘Rubberoom’.

Yet, despite only now serving up her debut offering, Fantine is no stranger to the industry. Indeed, last year she set out on tour Down Under  as guest vocalist and co-writer with Indie-Electro-Soul outfit Space Invadas, a trek which saw her take centre-stage at some the country’s largest music festivals, including Future Music, Splendour In The Grass, and support spots with Lupe Fiasco.

Now ready to break out on her own, she serves up ‘Rubberoom’ for the International market. Having already drummed up a buzz in her own abode, she looks poised to do the same here. For,  the Alex Gray penned cut has many talking. Check out the single in its video form above.

We’re liking what we see, however we’re ever to keen to hear what you think…

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R&B starlet Ciara was spotted in Angola last night performing some of her biggest hits to a crowd of 50,000+.  The ‘Goodies’ singer shared billing with pal Chris Brown among other music A-listers.

See Cici ‘work’ like only she can after the jump:

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