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Oxygen’s breakout new reality hit ‘Preachers of L.A.’ may be a ratings winner for the network, but that has certainly come at the expense of unflattering reviews from critics and viewers alike.

To add to the drama surrounding the show, Pastor Deitrick Haddon (seen above) – who has battled rumors of infidelity over the past year which was reignited by alleged nude pics leaked this week – seemed most surprised by the show’s well-publicized slamming from fellow megapastor Bishop T.D. Jakes.

After hearing Jakes labelling of the show as “junk”, Haddon phoned into PRAISE 102.5 to respond:

“I have the absolute utmost respect for Bishop TD Jakes and what he represents. I considered him one of our generals in this generation,” he said.

“I was a bit taken back and shocked when I saw his view on the show, being that he’s a forefather in unorthodox, unconventional methods of sharing the Gospel, whether it be through MegaFest or partnering with comedians or Oprah.”

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Weeks after apologising for attacking a 15 year old girl and allegedly demanding that she ‘kiss her shoe’, X Factor UK contestant Tamera Foster finds herself in fresh trouble this morning, after she was reportedly caught shoplifting at a ‘Boots’ healthcare store.

Full story below…

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‘Reunited and it feels so good.’

Just days after it emerged Rapper Drake had kicked fellow lyricist Future for remarks he spewed here, the latter has now revealed that the pair have now reconciled, kicking out the lawsuit he had intended to file against the ‘Started From the Bottom‘ star.

Details below…

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Tamar Braxton may have risen to prominence on reality smash ‘Braxton Family Values’, yet for the musical mass, it’s the title track from her latest album ‘Love And War’ that really cemented her as not just a viable vocalist – but a powerful one too.

The youngest of the Braxton clan performed the cut, which topped the iTunes chart upon release last year, EXCLUSIVELY on That Grape Juice‘s ‘The Splash’ during a recent trip to London.

Filmed in a secret location, the three-song set (which you can catch over the course of this week on TGJ) comes on the heels of a success-filled year for the new mother – who is presently is readying Holiday LP ‘Winter Loverland’ for release on November 11th. Prior to then, US fans can catch She, Me, Her on John Legend’s ‘Made To Love Tour’ – which kicks off next week.

Hit ‘PLAY’ above to see what she’ll be serving up — and be sure to keep on locked on That Grape Juice for more from Tamar’s show-stopping set on…The Splash!

{Photographer: Seye Isikalu}

Peep ‘The One’ performance after the jump…

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Having rocked the charts with new album ‘Love And War’, R&B belter Tamar Braxton stopped by That Grape Juice‘s The Splash to perform for an audience of her loyalest Tamartians.

Shot in a secret London location, the EXCLUSIVE set comes on the heels of a success-filled year for the youngest of the iconic Braxton clan.

The gifted singer and reality star, who is is readying  Holiday LP ‘Winter Loverland’ for release next month, performed three songs – which you can catch over the course of the week right here on That Grape Juice!

First up? Summer sizzler ‘The One’ – which receives an acoustic twist not yet heard before! Enjoy and be sure to keep it locked on TGJ for the follow-up performances.

{Photographer: Seye Isikalu}

UPDATE: Peep ‘Love And War’ below…

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‘X’ may mark the spot. Just not now.

Chris Brown‘s ever-moving new album has been handed yet another release date.

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Days after becoming the first act to be eliminated from X Factor UK’s tenth season, Pop hopeful Lorna Simpson has made a number of startling claims in an interview with David Dinsmore‘s ‘The Sun‘.

Claims, that sing to the tune of the hit show show being rigged by producers who have handpicked this season’s winner.

Her words below…

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Crowned the ‘Queen of the Hammond B3’ organ, music royal Twinkie Clark has been a celebrated figure in the gospel community for over four decades.  Penning most of The Clark Sisters’ biggest numbers (i.e. “You Brought the Sunshine”, “Name It Claim It”), the gospel legend’s resume has known no shortage of hits over its lengthy tenure.

Showing no signs of slowing, today brings with it the unveiling of Clark’s newest album “Live & Unplugged” (CD/DVD combo).  A critically acclaimed set that has already wowed critics on the sonic front, its visual repackaging hits stores everywhere today much to fan delight.

We caught up with Twinkie for an exclusive sit down to dish on the album, talk about a Clark Sisters movie, and even her thoughts on the U.S. government shutdown.  As always, this is a must read:

Twinkie Clark Shouts Out That Grape Juice

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 They’re the company responsible for treating British fans to a stellar show put on by Brandy last month. Next month, Musicalize will rock the world’s of many a Rap fan when they fly Hip Hop icon’s Eve & Lil Kim to the UK for a performance at London’s Indig02!

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With the release of Lady GaGa‘s ‘ARTPOP’ album fast approaching, the Pop titan cranks her promo machine into overdrive – today previewing new cut ‘G.U.Y’.

The short, yet telling clip arrives one week before the project’s official second single ‘Venus’ receives its radio/iTunes premiere.

So, really though, what are you waiting for? Your first taste of ‘G.U.Y’ is served up after the jump…

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Oxygen may have hit a homerun on the commercial front with their new controversial docu-series “Preachers of L.A.”, but critically, the show has viewers very much on the fence.

Based on the lives of six L.A. based megachurch pastors – Bishop Noel Jones, Bishop Clarence McClendon, Pastor Wayne Chaney, Bishop Ron Gibson, Pastor Jay Haizlip and Pastor/Gospel singer Deitrick Haddon – the show raked in a whopping 1.1 million viewers for its October 9th premiere.  The feat did come, however, at the feet of some heavy criticism from industry tastemakers down to everyday viewers aboard social media networks like Twitter and Facebook.

Slamming the extravant pastors for displays of wealth (houses, cars, jewelry, etc.), the latest disapproval comes from fellow megapastor T.D. Jakes who, despite being the “best friend” of Bishop Noel Jones, distanced himself from the show and even labelled it “junk”.

T.D Jakes via Report:

“Now, I know you been watching that junk on TV.  I want to tell you right now, not one dime of what you’re sowing right now will buy my suit. I want you to know my car is paid for. I want you to know I got my house on my own. I want you to know I’m not bling-blinging. I am not shake and bake. I have sold enough books and produced enough movies. I don’t need your offering to pay for this little slimy suit. So I rebuke that spirit in the name of Jesus Christ.”

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Bishop Noel Jones admitted that Jakes was not exactly a fan of the show via an interview with our buds over at TheJasmineBrand.  The newest fiery quote came just a week after Jakes’ own television show “T.D. Jakes Presents: Mind, Body & Soul” made its debut aboard BET.

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She’s the Rap riot hailed as one of the best performers to rock Pop’s scene in well over decade.

Now, as she readies the release of her debut album ‘Broke With Expensive Taste‘, Azealia Banks has given a shocking interview to Martin Ivens‘ ‘The Sunday Times‘, detailing a past that’ll spell the words ‘soap opera’ for any who peep the excerpts waiting for you below.

Surprising content below…

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