Three years after cutting managerial ties with father Mathew Knowles, self-managed vocalist Beyonce has reportedly bid adieu to her general manager Faisal Durrani, as to assign more control to herself and husband Jay Z.

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Do the likes of Rihanna & Ciara have fresh competition on their hands?

Well, as any familiar with Pop princess Snoh is likely to posit, the answer to that question is simply…yes.

Hailing from the NO I.D. forged realm that is ARTium Recordings and recently picked up by Doug Morris’ Sony, this year is set to see the Def Jam approved  beauty become quite the problem, currently gearing up for a debut effort set to make her the breakout act of 2014.

Now, in what goes a long way to reveal just how popular the star is becoming behind the industry’s scenes, hours ago saw her rub shoulders with the living legend that is…Quincy Jones.

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It’s here!

Jennifer Lopez has unveiled the video for new single ‘Same Girl’.

Teased in earnest, the cut is the first to be lifted from the diva’s eighth studio album – due later this year.

Really, though, what are you waiting for? Check it out, via VEVO, below..
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In the wake of Macklemore & Ryan Lewis‘ multiple Grammy wins on Sunday night, many an artist and critic have weighed in. The explicit focus for most was the fact that the duo, who won four awards, bested favourite Kendrick Lamar in a number of Rap categories. And the puzzling chain of events that saw the Compton MC walk home empty-handed – despite being nominated for seven awards.

Even Macklemore chimed in, posting a text he sent Lamar confessing that “I wanted you to win”.

Noticeably silent, though, was Lamar himself. That is until now.

The ‘good kid, M.A.A.D City’ rapper spoke with XXL about his views on what many are dubbing “the shut-out”, Macklemore’s wins, and the

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More often than not, Rihanna‘s vocals sound like she’s spinning in a washing machine. Yet, still, the star’s fans wait with bated breath for her annual albums.

With 2013 being the first year in her short, yet impressive career that she didn’t release a new LP, anticipation for new RiRi is currently at fever-pitch. Among her fans.

Naturally, then, it was a given that when offered the chance to put questions to the 25-year-old during her MAC promo visit to Good Morning America this morning, The Navy would ask for details on new material.

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Fancy yourself a certified member of the #Beyhive?  If so, the name Ashley Everett is one you should know all too well.

In our ongoing quest to shine light on the worker bees that buzz behind-the-scenes of our favorite stars, That Grape Juice was elated to chat with the famed dancer/choreographer.  Best known for her stint with the Queen Bey – Grammy-winning diva Beyonce – Everett has amassed quite an impressive career of her own.

With work for Tina Turner and many other A-listers aboard her resume, Everett sat down for an exclusive chat with TGJ to dish on what it’s like working for the ‘Single Ladies’ singer, shed light on her own forthcoming ventures into acting, and much more.

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Undeterred by the naysayers, Lady GaGa charges on with her ‘ARTPOP’ campaign

During the course of her rapid rise, Mother Monster has established herself as quite the stage blazer, making her one of the hottest properties on the touring circuit.

It’s a status that looks set to be further solidified with the star’s latest trek, ‘artRave: The ARTPOP Ball’.

Set to kick off in the US this Summer, the singer’s European fans can also officially look forward to the fun – as today saw their  dates announced.

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Sunday night’s Grammy Awards were not short on controversy. Indeed, between Macklemore‘s multiple wins, Kendrick Lamar‘s shut-out, and Beyonce‘s racy display, the show continues to dominate headlines two days removed.

It’s a trend that looks set to continue – courtesy of soulful singer India.Arie.

The 38-year-old has penned an “open letter” relaying her frustration with the lack of Grammy love directed towards Hip-Hop and R&B artists; something she suggests is soaked in racism.

India’s words after the jump…

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We’re certain if you’ve even heard a hint of gospel music over the last three decades then you’ve encountered at least one gem from the genre’s legendary songbird Vickie Winans.  Her catalog is equipped with an arsenal of hits like ‘Already Been To The Water’, ‘Long As I Got King Jesus’, ‘Shake Yourself Loose’, and ‘No Cross, No Crown’ just to name a few.

Now, with 14 albums, a trophy case of top industry honors, comedy albums and DVDs, and fashion under her decorative belt, the belter still finds ways to venture into new territory.  This time, the gospel diva follows her dreams of acting.

Making her debut aboard the Lionsgate Home Entertainment inspirational film ‘Dreams’ (available everywhere January 28th), That Grape Juice recently caught up with the hardest working woman in the gospel music industry to talk about the film, her dream of starring alongside Robert De Niro, new music, her love of pop superstar Beyonce, and so much more!

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Ever keen to broaden our musical scope, recent months have seen That Grape Juice venture into a number of new musical landscapes including, most recently, gospel.

Spearheaded by well-received interviews with gospel singers Yolanda Adams, Hezekiah Walker, Twinkie Clark, Fred Hammond, Kierra Sheard, Dorinda Clark Cole, Israel Houghton, Marvin Sapp, Micah Stampley, Joshua Rogers, and more, TGJ is now offering readers ‘The Overflow’ – a collection of the top gospel-themed news stories from the week.

Tuck in below for the latest news on Deitrick Haddon, Mali Music, Zacardi Cortez, Donnie McClurkin, Erica Campbell, Ricky Dillard, The Showers, Devon Baker, TGJ Stellar Award Recap, and more:

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Vegas’ newest showgirl Britney Spears opens up to the mag that bears its name to dish on her successful residency at the Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino.  A residency, much to fan delight, that will see its reboot start in the coming week after its first few shows stunned critics and tastemakers alike with its blockbuster box office receipts.

Chatting it up with the publication about motherhood, music, and making moves in Vegas, the convo gives yet another behind the scenes look at the life of the pop star.  Want to know how Britney expects Sin City to impact her life for the next two years?

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Piece of poo would be a more accurate description of recent reports that have indicated Britney Spears’ Vegas residency ‘Piece of Me’ has out-performed preceding pop legends Celine Dion and Elton John‘s similar runs in just a matter of days.

Indeed, the miscalculations, misestimations, and mishaps that have fueled media chronicles that crowned the pop princess’s Vegas showing the third-best run in history have proven themselves premature.  Moreover, those reports were only analyzing a portion of data and not the big picture.

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