The countdown is officially on to the arrival of the hotly anticipated prequel of ‘The Lion King.’

Following the roaring success of the 2019 live-action remake of the classic (which grossed over 1.6 billion at the global box office), Disney is revisiting the world and characters within.

Powered by photorealistic technology., the new adventure will delve deep into a brand new backstory of ‘The Lion King’ – which chronicles the events that preceded the narrative folk came to know and love.

And now, further details about the film have been revealed.

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It’s been weeks since actor-comedian Aries Spears first battled backlash for an unprovoked verbal attack of Lizzo in which he compared her physique to the ‘sh*t emoji,’ but the topic is still finding its way to headlines thanks to commenters who continue to defend the GRAMMY winner.

Shortly after Spears clapped back at fellow comedian-actor Mike Epps for calling him a ‘b*tch’ for slamming Liz, the ‘Mad TV’ star found himself on the radar of another comic-actor:  Faizon Love.

Once Love’s stinging remarks made their way to the radar of Aries, the 47-year-old took to Instagram Friday (September 9) to offer a fiery response.

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With his groundbreaking character “Lil Murda” on STARZ’ breakout hit series ‘P-Valley,’ actor J. Alphonse Nicholson has found himself at the center of a myriad of polarizing and progressive conversations about representation of Black LGBTQ+ characters on television.

A proud ally of the community in real life, Nicholson has been no stranger to making headlines for being outspoken against detractors who have slammed the controversial show for its racy depiction of same-sex romance and relationships.

Yet despite the applause he’s received for his candor and support overs the years, the 37-year-old is now on the receiving end of staunch criticism for a recent blunder that saw him participate in a skit many are deeming homophobic.

Look inside to see his response to the hoopla.

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Rising rapstress GloRilla may be ‘f*ck n**** free’ as her breakout hit proclaims, but she’s definitely not drama free thanks to murmurs of a feud with fellow femcee Saweetie.

Months after it was first announced the ‘Tap In’ hitmaker was tapped to co-headline the remix to ‘FNF’ (as we reported here), Glo lifted the lid on the tune’s official revamped version Friday (September 9) featuring Latto and City Girls‘ star JT.

With Saweetie’s glaring absence, critics, outlets, and even some of her fans – affectionately called the #ICYGang – wondered if the Rap diva had been given the cold shoulder due to some previously unreported tension.

But if a social media post lifted to Glo’s Instagram Friday afternoon is anything to judge by, that suggestion couldn’t be further from the truth.

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Super Freaky Girls unite!

Just a few weeks after Nicki Minaj soared to the top of the Hot 100 (and inside history books) on the strength of her latest single, ‘Super Freaky Girl,’ the GRAMMY nominee is looking to push the Rick James-sampling cut back to its former chart glory by enlisting help from a few friends.

Sustaining its top 10 presence thanks to the streaming and purchased power attached to multiple iterations of the tune including explicit and clean versions of its standard mix, explicit and clean versions of its ‘Roman Remix,’ explicit and clean a cappella versions of both its standard version and ‘Roman Remix,’ and the song’s official music video, now Minaj has lifted the lid on the ‘Queen Mix’ featuring rising rapstresses JT, BIA, Katie Got Bandz, Akbar V, and Maliibu Miitch.

First unveiled on the Rap royal’s ‘Queen Radio’ this week (after being teased on social media), the rockin’ remix is now available in full for your streaming pleasure.  Hear it inside.

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Summer may be nearing its end, but – if the music video for her latest single ’23’ is indication – Sevyn Streeter is not done bringing the heat!

A reference to basketball legend Michael Jordan‘s iconic Bulls jersey, ’23’ will surely be a critical slam dunk for Sevyn who brings all flavors of braggadocious to the Needlz and Domgotbeats-produced track.

“I been working out all summer for these pics / Milkshake, getting thick / He gon’ shoot his shot, but he gon’ hit a brick / If I shoot my shot, just know I never miss,” Streeter sings.

Accompanying its arrival with a music video directed by MdotforMayor, look inside to see the sizzling ’23.’

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Is Brandy finally getting love again from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)?  Their recently updated log suggests the answer is a resounding “yes”!

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Over 40 years after topping the Hot 100, ‘9 to 5’ – the eternal classic from Country Queen Dolly Parton – is getting a facelift thanks to GRAMMY and EMMY-winning media powerhouse Kelly Clarkson.

Delivered Friday (September 9), the song’s arrival comes ahead of the limited theater run of the upcoming documentary ‘Still Working 9 to 5’ which celebrates the lasting impact of the beloved film.

Before the doc clocks into theaters September 16, look inside to hear the updated take on its soundtrack’s title tune.

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Halle Bailey looks poised to make quite the splash in the live-action remake of Disney’s animated classic, ‘The Little Mermaid.’

Over three years after it was first announced the ChloexHalle star would suit up to portray the film’s main character, princess Ariel, longtime Bailey fans (and those eager to get a peek at what the movie’s set to serve) are finally being served an official first look at the songstress in role.

Unveiled at Disney’s D23 expo in Anaheim (September 9), the stunning clip sees Halle show off her soaring vocal chops on the flick’s most famous song – ‘Part of Your World.’

Hear her take on the classic and see the official teaser trailer inside.

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Yvonne Orji has re-teamed with HBO stand-up special.

Christened ‘Yvonne Orji: A Whole Me,’ the comedy event follows 2020’s well-received ‘Momma, I Made It.’

On her latest outing, the star – who rose to prominence as Molly on the Emmy Award-winning series ‘Insecure’ – waxes candid about a whole host of subjects. Indeed, true to form, her Nigerian upbringing is explored, as is romance, and the realities of her growing profile. Interwoven in her stand-up performance are scripted skits.

Ahead of its premiere on October 1, check out the first look trailer for ‘A Whole Me’ after the jump…

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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 Jackson Wang, Lewis Capaldi, 5 Seconds of Summer, and Bjork.

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Halle Bailey scored a seismic touchdown with her performance at the Los Angeles Rams v Buffalo Bills NFL game last night (September 8).

The singer-actress took vocal flight with a spirited rendition of ‘Lift Every Voice’ ahead of the start of the match.

Bailey’s performance arrives as anticipation intensifies for her big screen splash as Ariel in Disney‘s live-action remake of ‘The Little Mermaid’ (due in theaters on May 26, 2023). She’ll also be a key part of ‘The Color Purple’ musical (premiering December 22, 2023).

Speaking on the showing, the 22-year-old said:

“thank you Rams for having me ..was honored to sing lift every voice.”

Watch her wow after the jump…

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