For reasons good, bad, ugly, and everything in between, 2024 was one for the books!

As the year draws to a close, That Grape Juice is reflecting on the occasions that rocked – and to some degree – maybe even reshaped the Urban and Pop cultural landscape as we know it.

From Taylor Swift to Tyla, Billie Eilish, Kylie Minogue, Coco Jones, and more, we’re looking back at how the ladies ran this year’s GRAMMYs and won BIG across the board.

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Rolling Stone has unveiled its year-end chart, and tongues are wagging to say the least.

And while many-a-fan of some of music’s heaviest hitters like Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, and Ariana Grande have erupted over the placement of their favorite’s 2024 releases, many – like supporters of R&B star Normani (affectionately called #NormaniNation) – were pleasantly surprised to see their fave get some long overdue recognition.

This, especially after that surprising GRAMMYs snub!

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It’s Kendrick Lamar season!

Just a day after learning his surprise album ‘GNX‘ debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 with the year’s biggest sales for a new Rap LP, the project’s lead single – ‘Squabble Up‘ – is enjoying similar news on the Hot 100.

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Iggy Azalea fans (affectionately called #Azaleans) who were holding out hope that the GRAMMY-nominated rapstress will be returning to the music scene any time soon got dealt a crushing update recently.

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Khalid is keeping the new music coming.

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20 years after scoring her biggest Billboard hit yet with ‘Dip It Low,’ actress-singer Christina Milian surprised in a recent interview when she admitted she wouldn’t mind breathing new life into the 2004-released cut with a little help from Doja Cat.

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Beyonce fans may have sighed after rumors of a tour were shut down by reps for the megastar, but she did have something new for the BeyHive up her sleeve.

For, Queen Bey simultaneously announced and released an art book inspired by her blockbuster ‘Cowboy Carter’ album.

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Justin Timberlake has been forced to cancel another date on ‘The Forget Tomorrow World Tour.’

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‘Married to Medicine’ is back for season 11 and according to the thermometer, the drama is scorching!

The popular Bravo series chronicles the lives of a group of ladies – some of whom work in the medical field and others who are married to those who do.

This installment is already making for addictive viewing.

Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone, Dr. Heavenly, Quad Webb, and Toya Bush-Harris are all back on board.

‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ alum Phaedra Parks also returns as well as Lateasha Lunceford (Sweeet Tea) – the new wife of Dr. Gregory Lunceford, Quad’s ex-husband!

Want to know what the ladies are up to?

 Check out the sneak peek preview of ‘Married to Medicine’ episode 3 / season 11 below…

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Much like Hallmark and Lifetime, OWN has become a power player in the Christmas film market having delivered their fair share of ratings winners over the last few years.

With 2024 looking to be no different, the network is set to unveil three original yuletide-flavored flicks as part of its ‘OWN for the Holidays’ slate with the first being ‘A Season to Remember.’

Starring Michele Weaver and Nathan Owens, the touching romantic comedy sees Weaver star as an ambitious sports reporter who’s being taught how to navigate the male-dominated field by a handsome photographer aiming to help take the newscaster’s career to the next level.

Directed by Roger M. Bobb, ‘Remember’ rolls onto screen Saturday (December 7) at 9 pm ET/PT .

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Khalid and Normani are revving up the buzz machine for their new single ‘Personal.’

The pair excited fans when they announced news of the track’s forthcoming release yesterday (December 1).

It serves as their second team-up after the 5x Platinum ‘Love Lies.’

And with a December 6 arrival date set, the duo are wasting no time amplifying the push for the track.

For, they’ve dropped a titilating teaser and it sees Normani dancing up a storm.

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BET UK is inviting the masses to the chapel ‘Our Big Day.’

The three-part series spotlights three soon-to-be-married couples on their journey to curate the ultimate Black wedding to remember.

A true toast to Black love, the series chronicles the must-have ingredient required to facilitate an unforgettable experience.

Fusing fun and culture, the show celebrates African and Caribbean wedding traditions and the Black British influence too.

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