Maxwell brought his legendary brand of butter-smooth R&B to NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series today (August 23).

Backed by a full band, the veteran showed up and showed out with a soul-infused set comprised of some of his biggest hits.

Taking place ahead of The Serenade Tour, which sets sail on September 14, the performance featured rousing renditions of ‘Pretty Wings,’ ‘Ascension,’ ‘Bad Habits,’ ‘Simply Beautiful,’ and ‘Sumthin’ Sumthin.”

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Morgan serves up a scorching slice of summer with her blazing new single ‘Bum Bum.’

Poured out as her first release since signing with Red Bull Records, the rising star seizes the track and its vibrant video to showcase the unique flavor she brings.

Built on a sample of Sister Nancy’s Dancehall classic ‘Bam Bam,’ the infectious cut functions as a celebration of the performer’s Jamaican heritage and a teaser of what’s to come from her forthcoming EP ‘Emotional Gangster’ (due October 25).

Having amassed over 80 million streams by way of features with the likes of Rudimental and Digga D, Morgan is ready for her close-up. And she’s meeting the moment in fine form.

Watch the video for ‘Bum Bum’ below…

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Victoria Monét has recruited an R&B royal for her brand new single ‘SOS (S*x On).’

For, the GRAMMY winner has announced that Usher will be joining her on the hotly anticipated track.

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Sabrina Carpenter toasts the release of her new album ‘Short n’ Sweet’ with the premiere of the video for ‘Taste.’

Directed by Dave Meyers, the quirky clip sees the Pop starlet joined by actress Jenny Ortega – and together the pair stir up all sorts of trouble while locking horns over their “beloved boyfriend.”

The striking visual follows the videos for smash hits ‘Espresso’ and ‘Please Please Please.’

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Readers of That Grape Juice know how passionate we are about music – whether that be past or present.

However, unlike our other segments – Retro Rewind, TGJ Replay, and From The Vault – The Pop Stop is the most in-depth look at Pop songs that may have flown under the radar over the last week that you should know, rather they be from music’s biggest stars or those on the rise.

This week, we want to highlight cuts from Blink-182, NCT Dream, Magdalena Bay, and JEMS!.

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Judge Mathis‘ wife has slammed the gavel down on their 39-year marriage.

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Tate McRae could be back with new music momentarily.

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Colman Domingo takes centerstage in ‘The Madness’ on Netflix.

The Oscar nominee stars as media pundit Muncie Daniels, who is tasked with fighting for his innocence and his life after he stumbles upon a murder deep in the Poconos woods.

With his back against the wall, Muncie strives to reconnect with his estranged family – and his lost ideals – in a bid to survive.

Set to premiere November 28 on the streamer, ‘The Madness’ was created by Stephen Belber (who also serves as showrunner) and co-stars Marsha Stephanie Blake, Gabrielle Graham, John Ortiz, Tamsin Topolski, and TJ Mixon.

Check out the first look snaps above and below…

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Kamala Harris is officially the Democratic nominee for president.

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Pink and her daughter Willow helped Kamala Harris cap off a star-studded Democratic National Convention 2024. 

The Chicago-housed spectacle saw Harris and Tim Walz formally accept the Democrat nominations for President and Vice President of the US – officially setting the stage for a showdown with Republic picks Donald Trump and J.D. Vance in November.

Making her political allegiance clear, Pink took centerstage with her 12-year-old, and together they delivered a powerful duet of her hit ‘What About Us.’

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Naomi Ackie takes centerstage alongside Channing Tatum in the rivetting new film ‘Blink Twice.’

Already magnetizing stellar reviews, the Zoe Kravitz-directed flick tells the tale of a tech billionaire Slater King (Tatum) who meets a cocktail waitress named Frida (Ackie) at his fundraising gala.

Sparks quickly fly and he invites her to join him on a dream vacation on his private island.

However, it descends into a dark nightmare when strange things begin to happen. Frida’s freedom ultimately hinges on uncovering the truth in its many layers.

That Grape Juice‘s Precious Okungbowa sat down with Ackie, who dished on the compelling role, working Tatum and Kravitz, and much more.

Watch the exclusive interview above. 

‘Blink Twice’ is in UK cinemas now.

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