We may be on the horizon of a highly anticipated reunion of Danity Kane, but that has not stopped a certain Dawn Richard from pushing her solo agenda.

Kicking off 2013 with the explosive, ‘Bombs’ featured EP ‘GoldenHeart’, now Richard has taken to Twitter to tease its forthcoming follow-up.

Christened ‘BlackHeart’ and said to be the second in a trilogy of albums, the announcement of its accompanying era was escorted by a date that sent fans into a frenzy.  Her success in 2013 may have only just begun…

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Fifth Harmony continue on in their bid for chart supremacy today, blasting off with their brand new single ‘Miss Moving On’- produced Demi Lovato contributors ‘The Suspex‘.

In keeping it very real, we didn’t think we’d like this cut as much as we do and have already given it 5 (or 15) spins here at TGJ HQ this morning…it’s that good.

Candy coated heartbreak below…

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Some of the best gospel pickings of the last three decades have come from the hands of none other than Hezekiah Walker.

With his world renowned Love Fellowship Choir (LFC) in tow, Walker has lent hits like “I’ll Make It”, ‘I Need You To Survive’, and ‘Jesus Is My Help’ during a three decade long praise promenade that has seen him not only land a host of industry recognition, but also a number of his hits have trotted to the top of gospel charts.

As the aforementioned is a feat he is undoubtedly hoping to revisit by his latest album ‘Azusa: The Next Generation’ (in stores now), the Grammy winner speaks exclusively with That Grape Juice to dish on the new album, its dynamic lead single ‘Every Praise’, and so much more.  Tuck in below to get the full view:

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The time is nigh!

Mutya Keisha Siobhan, the original line-up of the Sugababes, are finally ready to unleash their eagerly awaited new single ‘Flatline’.

Due imminently, the Dev Hynes produced cut was teased moments ago with a generously long snippet. What are you waiting for, then? Get a taste of MKS after the jump!

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As June 18th approaches, you can expect to see much more of a certain Kelly Rowland.

Like hopping from coast to coast Stateside on her Dream-assisted ‘Lights Out Tour’ wasn’t enough, Rowland saw her promo train roll right into ‘Late Night With Jimmy Fallon’ tonight with the assistance of hit rapper Wiz Khalifa.

The duo unveiled the first live performance of their tune ‘Gone’ (which surfaced today) and is among many gems listed on the diva’s forthcoming album ‘Talk A Good Game‘.

See the two in action below:

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All roads lead to next Tuesday for R&B diva Kelly Rowland.

The singer’s hotly anticipated fourth studio album ‘Talk A Good Game’ struts into stores on the said date. And while ample buzz has been whipped up courtesy of preceding singles ‘Kisses Down Low’ and ‘Dirty Laundry’, Ms. Kelly keeps the momentum going with the premiere of album cut ‘Gone’.

Featuring a guest spot from Wiz Khalifa, the Harmony produced number – which samples Joni Mitchell’s ‘Big Yellow Taxi’ (the same track Janet Jackson drew on for 97’s ‘Got Till It’s Gone’–  awaits after the jump…

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The McTwerk Team leader is back at it – this time on stage!

That’s right.  After your girl Miley Cyrus already unveiled her “love for twerking” via a viral Youtube video months ago, now the former Disney princess has taken to the stage to show off her twerk skills.

Joining rapper Juicy J for a festive performance of ‘Bandz A Make Her Dance’, ‘The Climb’ songstress climbed on stage and showed amateurs how to really get low and pick up it slow.  See all the action above.

P.S. – Before Cyrus dropped by to drop it, she released a new hip hop infused tune this week ‘We Can’t Stop’.  Hear it here.

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Armed with intricate harmonies, soaring vocal displays, and an incomparable arsenal of melisma and vocal acrobatics, dynamic gospel girl group Zie’l have consistently wowed audiences since their mid-2000s debut ‘Genesis’.

Blasting onto the scene with a well-received, high-spirited remake of the Clark Sisters classic ‘Is My Living In Vain’, the Louisianian league of songstresses quickly earned praise amongst gospel’s leading performers – including the Sisters themselves.  Since then, a list of line-up changes and solo ventures may have temporarily halted the songbirds’ perch atop gospel charts, but now – with new tune ‘Redeemed’ – it seems the trio is ready to soar again.

Dishing on their new music, group changes, and so much more, click below to read one of gospel’s hottest girl group’s exclusive interview with That Grape Juice:

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Ever keen to broaden our musical scope, recent months have seen That Grape Juice venture into a number of new musical landscapes including, most recently, gospel.

Spearheaded by well-received interviews with gospel singers Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Kierra Sheard, Dorinda Clark Cole, Israel Houghton, and more, TGJ is now offering readers ‘The Overflow’ – a collection of the top gospel-themed news stories from the week.

Tuck in below for the latest news on Smokie Norful, Donald Lawrence, Forever Jones, and Livre’:

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This week’s That Grape Juice Cover Star comes from Cortez Shaw. Watch as the Texan takes on Chris Brown‘s latest hit single ‘Fine China’:

Go Mr. Shaw!

Anyone who follows us knows that we are a sucker for run-and-riffers – if used effectively and not abused.  Placement is everything, and when not solely relied on to sell a song (or disguise one’s actual vocal worth), they can be used to decorate a tune without overkill.  The former ‘Idol’ contestant effortlessly accomplished this.

Cortez let his melisma take off here and there, but much like the ‘Run It’ singer, he didn’t drown the melody with runs.  For this, we say ‘bravo’!

For more on Cortez Shaw, check out his Youtube page.

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Stop whatever you’re doing and get into ‘Super Turnt Up‘, the latest cut to be pulled from Ciara’s brand new album ‘Ciara‘.

Released to the world via Power 106 today, the Urban jam made its radio debut as anticipation for the LP’s July release continues to heat up.

Ready to press play?

TGJ has your first listen below!

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Tamar Braxton may have just delivered a bouncing baby boy, but it’s business as usual for the ever vocal diva.

As she cradles her new bundle of joy, WE tv have unwrapped the teaser for season two of her show ‘Tamar & Vince’. The ‘Braxton Family Values’ spin-off debuted to solid ratings last year and looks set to expand on that this series when it returns this September; for, as per the trailer below, this season gives a window-peek into what folk really want to know about most  – her pregnancy and her rising solo career.

Check out the titillating teaser below…

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