The release of one surprise Beyonce album.

The Weeknd’s unexpected meteoric rise to “mainstream.”

Janet Jackson’s comeback.

Nene Leakes‘ departure from The ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

Two Drake mixtapes. 

Three seasons of ‘Scandal.’

Empire.

What all of the above have in common? They all occurred between the time that is now and the release of Rihanna‘s last studio album ‘Unapologetic.’

Indeed, a lot has happened since the Westbury CEO released the Urban Contemporary effort in the November of 2012 and watched it become her first #1 offering on the Billboard 200.

Since then, anticipation for its follow-up has risen and fallen as fans found themselves teased with unconfirmed release dates, three buzz singles and the big budget videos that accompanied two of them.

For any other artist the album’s delay would spell trouble. For Rihanna? It won’t.

Find out why below…

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In his first full-length interview in two years the rapper Drake has made a surprising confession about claims he uses ghostwriters to create his Grammy-winning material.

Where he did it? In a conversation with ‘The Fader’ which was arranged to promote his latest body of work ‘What A Time To Be Alive’ which he reportedly released to ease himself out of his contract with the Cash Money music group.

Read surprising excerpts from his time with the publication below…

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‘Real Sisters’ hitmaker Future is keeping it all the way real in the forthcoming issue of XXL, which he also covers.  Dishing on everything from his new Drake-assisted album (set to hit #1 on next week’s Billboard 200) to the ‘Brand New’ beau’s aging beef with Meek Mill, the Atlantan emcee doesn’t exactly bite his tongue nor back down from topics thrown his way.

His brazenness is particularly notable when asked about ex Ciara.  After seeing his previous requests for the diva to leave their son out of her relationship with footballer Russell Wilson, the rapper is bringing his disdain for the duo back to light in his latest mag appearance – even calling her “evil” for ignoring his requests.

“I want to be involved 100 percent in all decisions made. This my flesh and blood.  If I don’t want him to do something, there’s supposed to [be a] compromise or we supposed to talk about it,” he added. “You not supposed to just go behind my back and do it. This is my son, too.” – Future

That’s not all he had to say. Tuck in below to get his full fiery quote:
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Rihanna may be one of Pop music’s favourite stars but it seems that she and her team rubbed one of the U.K’s most powerful men the wrong way when they met before he was due to interview her.

Find out what happened below…

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Brand Ariana Grande may have taken a hit with donut-gate, but that hasn’t stopped the pop starlet from pressing forward with her other sweet ventures.

As her faithful #Arianators anxiously await her return to television via tonight’s highly anticipated FOX series ‘Scream Queens,’ the pint-sized powerhouse is still pressing forward with the finishing touches on her official third LP ahead of its lead single ‘Focus’ (due October 25th).

To rev up the already high excitement, Grande took to the latest ‘V’ magazine (covered by Lana Del Rey) to dish on what fans should expect from the project, her TV outing, and so much more.  Get into it below:

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Meek Mill and Nicki Minaj have found a friend in ‘GQ’ magazine.

Keen to push their relationship to the forefront of their respective brands the couple posed for snaps shot by Ellen Von Un Werth after hitting the road for Minaj’s ‘The Pinkprint Tour.’

Hit the link below for Minaj as you’ve never seen or heard her before.

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Perseverance.

It’s a trait Leona Lewis clearly possesses.

The songbird, who is the most successful X Factor winner of all time, unfortunately hasn’t enjoyed similar success with her latest album ‘I Am.’

Released September 11th, the set charted at #38 on the Billboard 200 after selling 9,125 copies. On home soil in the UK, it didn’t fare much better – opening at #12 with first week numbers of 8,500.

Nonetheless, the promotional push continues and led Lewis to the ‘Late Late Show With James Corden’ last night where she performed current Stateside single ‘Thunder.’

Peep the performance below, as well as the singer’s take on her sales…

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Flashback to the summer of 2014, one could not flip a channel without seeing the Australian bombshell that is Iggy Azalea. Now merely a year later, we see the ‘Fancy’ chart topper’s career in limbo. With a controversial start, Iggy Iggz has had a tough road despite all her success.

Is it too late for the Aussie Rapper?

At That Grape Juice, we feel there are some steps Ms. Azalea could take in order to revive her career.

Check them out below…

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The 67th Emmy Awards took place in the city of angels yesterday evening and welcomed stars from near and far to celebrate the best television had to offer in the last year.

Fortunately, this year’s winner list also celebrated the likes of Shonda Rhimes who have fronted the world’s quest for diversity on screen.

Who came out on top?

Find out below…

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Apple have tapped more top-tier talent to plug their new streaming service.

Following last night’s Primetime Emmy Awards, the omnipresent media force unveiled a hilarious new commercial starring Mary J. Blige, alongside actresses Taraji P. Henson and Kerry Washington.

In an era where rival services are flexing their roster of superstars as their main selling point, it’s cool to see Apple going in a different – and ultimately more inviting – direction.

Peep the TV spot after the jump…

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As Diddy Puff Daddy has proclaimed on many a day, Bad Boy really is for life.

Through highs and lows, the iconic collective have maintained a connection – which has been celebrated increasingly in recent years.

The latest of such showings took place last night at the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas.

During the mogul’s high-octane set, he surprised those in attendance by bringing out the Queen Bee Lil Kim.

Together, the pair performed a spirited rendition of ‘All About The Benjamins.’

Check it out below…

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Stage blazer Jennifer Lopez ignited Las Vegas last night with a fire-filled set at the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Festival.

Drafted in last minute in the wake of Janet Jackson’s departure from the bill, J.Lo showed no sign of being ill-prepared and instead rocked the house with rousing renditions of hits such as ‘On The Floor,’ ‘Booty,’ and ‘Jenny From The Block.’

The well-received showing arrives as the 46-year-old American Idol judge gears up for the launch of her residency at Planet Hollywood in Sin City next January.

Get all the way into her dynamite performances below…

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