Yesterday afternoon, the world learned that ‘Fast & Furious’ actor Paul Walker had passed away, losing his life when a car crash caused when the driver-who also lost his life- lost control and collided with a sign post.
Now, with much of the world waking up to the tragic news, Hollywood has taken to Twitter to mourn his passing-doing so with the messages below…
Pop powerhouse Leona Lewis is ringing in the Holidays with hotly anticipated festive effort ‘Christmas, With Love’.
Preceded by the well-received ‘One More Sleep’, the LP sees the X Factor phenom serve up an uplifting mix of Christmas classics and new grooves created specifically for this project.
That Grape Juice sat down with the multi-Platinum talent to discuss a range of topics, including the inspiration behind this album, her next traditional effort (which she reveals will be inspired by Motown), US plans, the performance of Euro-only LP ‘Glassheart’, Mariah Carey, and much more. We only ask the questions you really want answers to!
Hit ‘PLAY’ to watch our EXCLUSIVE interview with Leona Lewis!
Click here for details on Leona’s uber festive musical Advert Calendar
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Promises, promises, promises.
Black Friday came and went, and despite ample assurance – Lil Kim‘s ‘Hardcore 2K13’ mixtape was nowhere in sight.
The latest delay in the increasingly comical episode provoked an onslaught of negativity towards the femcee….from her own fans. Disgruntled, they took to Twitter in their thousands to voice their displeasure at yet another unkept Kim promise – with many wondering aloud if ‘2k13’ will actually be released this year. Or at all.
Hoping to quell the flames with a peace-offering of sorts, the rapper took to her own Twitter in the early hours of this morning to share the tracklist for the free set – which interestingly includes a Miley Cyrus collaboration.
The pint-sized diva also unwrapped a song from the project – titled ‘Kimmy Blanco’.
Check all out after the jump…
As breakout stars go, they don’t much bigger nor shine as bright as Ariana Grande.
Since bursting on the scene early this year with debut single ‘The Way’, the 20-year-old has gone on to enjoy blockbuster success with its parent album ‘Yours Truly’. Indeed, the hit-filled set appears to be the gift that keeps giving, spawning a number of chart smashes (including latest single ‘Right There’), a sell-out tour, and critical acclaim aplenty.
That Grape Juice recently sat down with the soulful Pop powerhouse, who readily dished on her phenomenal year, upcoming new album, those Mariah Carey comparisons, and more. As ever, we ask the questions you really want answers to!
Hit ‘PLAY’ to watch our interview with Ariana Grande!
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Ariana’s album ‘Yours Truly’ is available now!
Single ‘Right There (ft. Big Sean)’ hits iTunes (UK) December 2nd!
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As she’s proved on numerous occasions, Ashanti‘s arrival is- and will always remain- one of the best ‘things’ to happen to and for R&B.
Generating a crossover appeal that earned her endorsements and appearances that embedded her deep into the general public’s psyche, there’s no doubt the singer’s success served as somewhat of a blueprint for a then 21 year old Beyonce and her then manager Mathew Knowles.
Alas, without the infrastructure that was Murder Inc. to sustain that appeal, Ashanti now finds herself cast to the sidelines while acts she once inspired create legacies far more celebrated than their own. Legacies, built and created by the major label systems the singer is in dire need of, but continues to reject.
Now watch her showcase her ever impressive vocal prowess during a performance of the Christmas classic ‘Let It Snow‘, performed live on ‘Good Day NY‘!
Perhaps with Middle America in mind, an ethereal Lady GaGa made her way to ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show‘ yesterday morning to discuss her new LP ‘ARTPOP.‘
However, while it was the interview she had initially planned to showcase, it was her personality that served as her strongest asset, thanking the show’s audience for the part they played in taking the project to #1 in the US, and revealing how her rise to fame had seen her become increasingly home sick.
Watch below…
Remember when we told you that T.I. was shopping a major new deal for his Grand Hustle imprint?
Well, fast forward a year and the ink has dried. The rapper has crossed the t’s and dotted the i’s, and announced that he’s officially moving to Columbia Records.
Details after the jump…
21-year-old August Alsina is undoubtedly breaking ground as one of 2013’s breakout music stars.
Bringing his refreshing, street savvy brand of hip hop/R&B to the masses, the New Orleans native – in just a few short months – has already seen his Chris Brown and Trey Songz -assisted debut single ‘I Luv This Sh*t’ skyrocket to the top of R&B charts. This record-setting feat, the young crooner tells That Grape Juice, is just the beginning of what he has to offer.
Chatting exclusively to TGJ the ‘Ghetto’ hitmaker shares news about his successes so far, first full length LP, talks about that much-talked about ‘Wendy’ show appearance, and so much more. Get into it all below:
The Best You Never Heard is back! Each week will once again see That Grape Juice spotlight an array of little known gems. Featuring picks from the TGJ editorial team, we want to know…who chose the best song! Let us know below…
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While many look to ‘Motivation’ as Kelly Rowland‘s finest moment, its parent album ‘Here I Am’ is – for yours truly – her strongest body of work to date.
Boasting production from the likes of Tricky Stewart, Rico Love, The-Dream, and Ester Dean, the 2011 set served up Urban-Pop in the most palatable way. Put simply, (almost) every song was a smash-in-waiting.
Ironically, the rise in Kelly’s solo stock saw The X Factor UK came a’knocking, ultimately making the aggressive promo push required to capitalise on ‘Motivation’s buzz difficult. Catch 22, ay?
Still, the LP remains the most solid of Rowland’s solo catalogue – thanks to gems such as ‘Turn It Up’.
Helmed by the iconic Rodney ‘Darkchild’ Jerkins, the dance-floor jam delivered drums, bass, sass, and spark – resulting in this firework of a track. How this did not receive the single treatment will forever puzzle. After all, it’s the exact brand and strand of song to showcase what the masses have a hunger to see more of – Kelly Rowland, the performer. Imagine Kelly rocking out to this in the vein of her BET Awards ’11 performance or this year’s Black Girls Rock.
Shoulda, woulda, coulda’s.
In any case, the cut continues to garner many a replay from yours truly. Here’s hoping there are more tracks in this vein on future projects. {SAM}
LISTEN: [audiotube id=”wKDZhR2eSe8″]
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As you’ve probably figured out, we love us some Brandy here at TGJ. Her extensive back-catalogue boasts many a could-have-been-hits. Case, point and example: ‘It’s Not Worth It’ from 2002’s ‘Full Moon’ LP
A very close sibling to the classic ‘Angel In Disguise’ from previous effort ‘Never Say Never’, ‘Worth It’ is an uptempo track that sees B-Rocka in the middle of a tumultuous relationship trying to make things right when her lover is ready to throw in the towel.
Helmed by the legendary Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, the track is yet another mix of high-octane production and stellar vocal arrangements with the cherry on the cake being a “special appearance” by none other than King Of Pop Michael Jackson – himself bringing a slight melancholic dimension to the tune only with a few notes delivered falsetto style.
Although it had not been pushed at its full potential for reasons that go above and beyond “the industry” (see: pregnancy), the ‘Full Moon’ album remains a gold mine that houses some of Ms. Norwood’s best moments ever, this song being one of them. {JOE}
LISTEN: [audiotube id=”XlRUpUBV9Ts”]
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Pulled from Pebbles‘ self titled debut album, ‘Girlfriend’ came courtesy of then-friend and later husband- LA Reid together with R&B maestro Babyface.
Co-produced by the performer herself, the empowering cut first hit shelves in 1987 and subsequently topped the interestingly named ‘Billboard Hot Black Singles‘ chart while earning a peak position of #5 on the Billboard Hot 100.
What’s more, its success on US shores saw it push its supporting album to a top twenty Billboard 200 peak position, snatching the #14 spot, while the cut rocketed into the top ten of UK’s Official Singles Chart.
It was there, perched at #8, that ‘Girlfriend’ became the star’s first and last UK Top 40 chart entry, outperforming her signature hit ‘Mercedes Boy’ which parked at #42 upon its March 1988 arrival! {DAVID}
It’s the song every ghetto girl and their grandmother wishes would play when she walks in a room (or down the aisle).
Before ‘Gone With the Wind Fabulous’ and ‘I’m Very Rich B*tch’ swept the net as the memorable quotes from Bravo TV’s wildly popular ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’, former starlet of the show Sheree Whitfield‘s “Who Gon Check Me Boo?” was the series’ signature phrase.
Yes, Leakes took to fashion as a means to brand her expression, but, unfortunately, Moore and Whitfield took to music. With neck roll and side eye clearly in tow, Whitfield took jabs at her former co-star [Leakes] in the autotune-doused number ‘Who Gon Check Me Boo’. And, though the number got little traction on the net (as it was overshadowed by Whitfield’s unceremonious ousting from the show), we at TGJ HQ hide our heads in shame as we guiltily bounce our shoulders to the bass driven disaster of a song.
Press play and be ashamed with us. You’ll love to hate it and hate to love it. {RASHAD}
Things have certainly been looking up for former Destiny’s Child starlet Latavia Roberson. After kicking the year off with news of a reality show and book, now reports have surfaced indicating the songstress is the latest addition to TV One’s top-rated ‘R&B Divas: Atlanta’.
Joining fellow newcomer Meelah of 702, Roberson will fill out the season 3 cast of the show alongside Syleena Johnson, Keke Wyatt, Monifah, and Angie Stone. But, two faces fans shouldn’t expect to see aboard the next season are those of Nicci Gilbert‘s and Xscape singer Latocha Scott.
Via our friends at S2Smagazine:
“…[Gilbert’s] not totally done with “R&B Divas.” She pointed out, “I’m still getting a check as a producer, so please, tune into R&B Divas!”
According to TheJasmineBrand.com, Nicci is working on a spin-off for next year!”
The news follows reports that both editions of ‘R&B Divas’ (Atlanta and Los Angeles) have been renewed for new episodes.
#JLovers rejoice!
More details have surfaced about a story we shared days ago regarding Jennifer Lopez‘s highly anticipated return to the music scene. Originally thought to be a trek solely to reignite cooled buzz around the singer’s 10th album, the latest news shows the campaign to be a collaboration with Kohl’s, ABC, and the American Music Awards to launch the “Choose Your Own Black Friday” holiday-themed campaign.
Word has it there are seven (yes you read it right) “Get Jennifer There” commercials in total, but only four will air during the AMA broadcast. More details and the first commercial spot await below:
As its sales sail towards the ‘half a million sold worldwide’ island, John Legend continues to win the hearts of US music lovers with his August 2013 release ‘Love in the Future.’
How? Via his sold out ‘Made to Love’ tour, which sees ‘Love & War’ performer Tamar Braxton serve as its opening act, joining the performer in welcoming positive reviews in every city they’ve graced with the show.
Ready to see how fruitful the show has been to him this week?
Chart check below…
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