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Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!

Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes” about the hottest topics.

Now, we give you a front-row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, Rashad, Joe, and Ryan – get real in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor their thoughts on the…

Billboard Music Awards 2022

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Lizzo has rocketed to exciting highs on this week’s edition of the Billboard Hot 100. 

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Kehlani is heading out on a global road trip in support of their newly released album ‘Blue Water Road.’

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Ciara makes a splash on the cover of Sports Illustrated‘s coveted 2022 Swimsuit Issue!

The stage blazer makes for an arresting sight in an array of figure-hugging bathing suits in a stunning shoot lensed by Ben Watts.

Arriving ahead of new music (a video for which CiCi was spotted shooting recently), the high-profile feature took place in Barbados.

Beyond posing it up, the mother of three opened up about hubby Russell Wilson, family, and more.

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 14th season. And despite over a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is continuing to bring the heat.

Already drenched in drama, the latest installment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Kandi, Kenya, Marlo, Drew, Sheree, and newcomer Sanya Richards-Ross will be serving up on episode 4 / season 14?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out below…

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The Billboard Music Awards 2022 certainly provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.

Now, following show-stopping performances from the likes of Megan Thee Stallion, Latto, Rauw Alejandro, Silk Sonic, and more (as we reported here), see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

The full winner’s list awaits:

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The world belongs to Drake and Taylor Swift. 

Case in point, both music superstars have extended their individual records at this year’s Billboard Music Awards.

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The Diddy-hosted Billboard Music Awards 2022 are airing live (May 15) from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Per usual, That Grape Juice provided you with performances as they occurred!

Check out live showings from Megan Thee Stallion, Latto, Silk Sonic, Jack Harlow, Rauw Alejandro, and more below.

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The stars shine bright for one of music’s biggest calendar nights – the Billboard Music Awards 2022!

Live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the Diddy-hosted extravaganza features appearances from the likes of Icon recipient Mary J. Blige, Megan Thee Stallion, Chloe Bailey, Latto, Travis Scott, and Silk Sonic.

Check out the industry’s biggest names as they arrive at the scene.

See and sound off on the fashion hits and misses below…

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Janet Jackson jetted out to Las Vegas this weekend.

And, as well as celebrating her birthday at a surprise bash, the Queen of Pop attended Silk Sonic‘s fire-fuelled residency at Park Theater MGM.

Following the show, Ms. Jackson caught up with both Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak – the latter of whom DJ’d at her party.

Surely we aren’t alone in anticipating that long-overdue collaboration between Janet and Bruno?

At this juncture, we’ll gladly take it in any form! Be it her song, his song, a Silk Sonic song. We’re ready.

Pending then, peep more below.

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“You only see what your eyes want to see”

From The Vault is back with a masterpiece courtesy of Pop Queen, Madonna. Today’s pick is ‘Frozen.’

After becoming a mother and taking vocal lessons for her leading role in the movie ‘Evita,’ the entertainer was keen to drive her music and image in a more serious and introspective direction.

Armed with this goal, her Madgesty released her seventh studio album ‘Ray Of Light.’ ‘Frozen’ was its first single.

With its cinematic and atmospheric sonic mise en scéne, it marked the birth of a new Madonna for the world. One which embraced her with open arms.

The William Orbit-produced track was a worldwide hit, peaking at #2 in the US, #5 in Australia, and #1 in the UK.

Chris Cunningham was in charge of visually translating the moody ambiance of the track and let’s just say he hit a home run.

Appearing as an eerie and mystical being, a brunette Madonna – dressed in Gaultier – hovers above the ground in a bleak desert and shapeshifts into various animals.

The visual won an MTV VMA for Best Special Effects in 1998.

This single – as well as its parent album – remains a critic (and fan) favorite and continues to inspire the Pop landscape, as seen with the TikTok-championed release of its trap-infused remixes in recent months.

Polarizing to some, idolized by many, there is just no denying Madonna’s lasting impact nor her powerful ability to adapt and reinvent.

Ms. Ciccone, we salute you. Always.

Your thoughts?

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