Shame and disgrace continues to befall industry insiders who have often argued that movies focused on characters of colour have little commercial value.

For, after watching ‘Hidden Figures’, ‘Moonlight‘ and ‘Fences‘ rock the box office, they have now learned that the African-American movie ‘Get Out’ has earned over $30 million…within two days.

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Though sales of her latest LP ‘The Pinkprint’ have stalled around the 700,000 units point mark, Nicki Minaj continues to stand as one of the highest-selling artists to have debuted within the last decade…sans streams.

Indeed, with ticket, single, album and merchandising sales that see her dwarf Pop stars and Hip-Hop veterans alike, the rapper’s gargantuan brand has now become the standard for success for anyone hoping to assert themselves as a market leader in her field.

Alas, one of these artists is the gifted Remy Ma.

For, after releasing a number of cuts which gave many good reason to believe she had a bone to pick with Minaj, industry fanatics set their sights on the release of her new studio album to see just how loyal her fanbase was.

Click here to find out how she fared.

Unfortunately, its worrying low numbers have now given the Nicki fans she offended the confidence to make her the butt of their jokes on social media.

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Jay-Z has something to say about the way radio platforms operate in 2017…and it isn’t pretty.

How and why he feels the business penalises creative and credible acts when creating playlists?

Peep what he said during the launch of Frank Ocean‘s radio platform on Apple Music, below…

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As buzz goes, few have commanded the deafening volume of rap newcomer Stefflon Don.

Hailing from London by way of Rotterdam, the femcee celebrates her Jamaican heritage with new song ’16 Shots.’

Lifted from critically acclaimed mixtape ‘Real Ting,’ the visual (co-directed by Steff and Luke Biggins) was shot in Montego Bay, JA and drips all sorts of attitude.

Watch below as the rapstress and her crew dem set out on a mission to recover her mother….

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Much like our ‘Retro Rewind’ and ‘From the Vault’ segments, readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.  So, in a quest to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday we introduced the retrospective segment ‘TGJ Replay’.Unlike its ‘Rewind’ and ‘Vault’ predecessors, ‘Replay’ looks to dust off and showcase albums (and eras) from a library of pop music hits.

Today, it’s all about ‘All I Have’ – the critically acclaimed debut album of R&B chanteuse Amerie:
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The often buried history of Africans living in the United States continues to intrigue historians and laymen alike.

So, it should come as little surprise that the National Museum of African American and Culture has welcomed over 1 million visitors since its grand opening five months ago.

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Katy Perry‘s new single ‘Chained to the Rhythm‘ continues to make healthy gains on radio formats globally weeks before the unveiling of its supporting LP.

This week, she has revealed that the American-inspired set was inspired by Donald Trump’s presidential win.

How so?

Find out below…

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Fifth Harmony have amassed a huge following thanks to catchy hits, increasingly impressive performances, and arresting charm.

Yet, fans of the four-piece look set to get to know Normani, Dinah, Lauren, and Ally a lot more on their upcoming third album.

Due later this year via Epic Records, the LP marks the group’s first since parting ways with original member Camila Cabello last December.

With all eyes on the quad to see what they’re cooking up, Ally has provided insight on what to expect.

Details below…

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Future continues to prove his commercial viability.

The rapper’s fifth album, which is self-titled, was announced with minimal notice last week. Yet, the short lead-in didn’t pose any kind of problem. Because the MC, real name Nayvadius DeMun Wilburn, is on-course to top the Billboard 200.

Find out what its sales are looking like after the jump…

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BET’s ‘The Quad’ has moved to real members of the HBCU community…for all the wrong reasons.

Find out why a number of Historically Black Colleges and Universities are worried about what the show may do to them below….

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Drake‘s sold out arena dates in London have offered his loyalists far more than live shows to chew into this month.

For, after becoming an honorary Brit by way of his endorsement of several acts in the market, the Canadian superstar sat down for what may be his most interesting interview to date.

How he really feels about Nicki Minaj, his supposed writer Quentin Miller, Meek Mill and more?

Drake, as you’ve never heard him before, below…

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As reported here, Trey Songz is taking a very unique approach to promoting his new album, ‘Tremaine,’ by teaming up with VH1 for a “reality” dating show.  Titled ‘Tremaine the Playboy,’ the web series will see the R&B heartthrob look to give his heart to one of 20 female contestants (including the likes of Kayla Nicole, Holly Joso, Neeandra Brooks and more).

While there are conflicting reports on the parodic nature of the series, what we can say for sure is that you can catch Episode 1 of the Steelo Brim & Draya Michele -hosted fair inside:

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