Brace yourselves because ‘Black Panther’ is back!

Moments ago at Comic-Con 2022, the trailer for the eagerly anticipated sequel, ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ was unlocked.

Directed by a returning Ryan Coogler, the Marvel production serves as the follow-up to the 2018 first film – which took the world and box office by storm, generating over $1 Billion.

Following the tragic loss of Chadwick Boseman, who died in 2020 of cancer, many have wondered how his harrowing absence would be navigated in the film.

Execs promised that his character T’Challa would not be recast and have honored that promise.

The epic first look preview meets Wakanda and its inhabitants (such as Lupita Nyong’o, Angela Bassett, and Letitia Wright) in mourning. New cast member Michaela Coel also makes her debut.

Musically, the trailer is set to Tems belting an enchanting cover of Bob Marley‘s ‘No Woman No Cry’ which is powerfully interpolated with Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Alright.’

What are you waiting for? Watch the first-look trailer after the jump…

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Beyonce and The-Dream have established a long and fruitful creative partnership that has gifted the world classics such as ‘Single Ladies’ and ‘Run The World (Girls).’

Their latest offering is global smash ‘Break My Soul’ – the lead single from Queen Bey’s upcoming album ‘Renaissance.’

As excited fans await the LP, The-Dream is opening up about the process of recording the track.

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Fresh from seismic wins at the Tony Awards 2022, the cast of ‘MJ the Musical’ have unleashed the official album of the Broadway production.

Led by charismatic Myles Frost (who landed the Best Actor honor for his portrayal of the King of Pop), the collective put their unique spin on Jackson’s career-spanning classics – including jams from his tenure with The Jackson 5.

Indeed, present are interpretations of ‘Billie Jean,’ ‘Thriller,’ ‘I Want You Back,’ ‘Bad’ and much more.

Currently playing to sold-out audiences on a nightly basis, ‘MJ the Musical’ explores the layered world of its megastar protagonist in a unique way.

Helmed by Tony Award-winning director/choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, the production is centered around the making of MJ’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour – which is used to journey through various eras of the Pop pioneer’s life.

Take a listen to the cast recording after the jump…

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The countdown is on to the arrival of ‘Black Adam’ on the big screen.

Dwayne Johnson [The Rock] has been tapped to star as the superhero in the Warner Bros action-adventure, which is unleashed this October.

Helmed by director Jaume Collet-Serra, the movie serves as the first to explore the story of the dynamic D.C figure.

Almost 5,000 years after being bestowed with the seismic powers of the ancient gods—and thrown behind bars just as swiftly—Black Adam (Johnson) is freed from his earthly tomb, ready to unleash his unique form of justice on the modern world.

Moments ago at Comic-Con 2022, Johnson was on-hand to unwrap a new extended preview of the flick – which also stars Aldis Hodge and Pierce Brosnan.

Check it out after the jump…

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Saweetie is in music mode.

Fans have been waiting with bated breath for the rapper’s long-awaited album debut, ‘Pretty B*tch Music.’

Instead, they’ve been placated with a seemingly endless stream of singles – several of which became hits such as ‘Tap In’ and ‘Best Friend.’

Still, with the whereabouts of the project a mystery, Saweetie has offered up an insightful update.

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Mark those calendars because ‘Atlanta’ is back for its fourth and final season.

After an extended spell off-air, the hit FX series returned for its penultimate outing earlier this year and is wasting no time following up with its last installment.

Donald Glover, Brian Tyree Henry, LaKeith Stanfield, and Zazie Beetz reprise their roles for the swansong season – which sees the action return to the ATL.

Set to premiere this September, check out the announcement teaser trailer after the jump…

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Kid Cudi dramatically cut his Rolling Loud Miami set short after being pelted with bottles.

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Mark those calendars because Nicki Minaj is set to make a splash in the coming.

For, the femcee has officially announced the release date for her brand new single, ‘Freaky Girl.’

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Songbird Christina Aguilera has hatched the video for her latest single ”Suéltame.’

The TINI-assisted bop is lifted from Xtina’s Spanish-language project, ‘Aguilera.’

Comprised of EPs – ‘La Fuerza,’ ‘La Tormenta,’ and incoming effort ‘La Luz,’ the umbrella set collectively serves as the diva’s first Spanish-language set since 2000’s ‘Mi Reflejo.’ 

Lighting a match under the project anew, the superstar serves up story, sass, and more in the freshly unwrapped visual.

What are you waiting for? Watch 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 Panic! At The Disco, Betty Who, Deaf Havana, and Samuel Mancini.

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Adekunle Gold has long served as a treasure of the Afro-Fusion scene and stands at the forefront of names leading the charge of its global domination.

Hailing from Nigeria, the gifted highlife singer has been magnetizing fans worldwide with his butter smooth vocals and impeccable ear for memorable melodies.

Both take center stage on the star’s latest studio album, ‘Catch Me If You Can,’ which arrived this year and was met with rapturous applause fans from fans and critics alike.

Currently in the midst of the like-titled ‘Catch Me If You Can Tour’, Gold is shining on stages across North America and is set to land in Europe in the Fall – which includes a stop at London’s iconic O2 Brixton Academy on October 9.

Before then, the star performed an EXCLUSIVE set on That Grape Juice Live.

Watch his hypnotizing rendition of ‘Sinner’ above and ‘It Is What It Is’ after the jump…

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Oscar nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor has long been revered for his ability to command the screen in whichever role he takes on.

And his latest offering has been earning the actor praise in earnest. Deservingly.

Ejiofor takes center stage in ‘The Man Who Fell To Earth,’ which is streaming now on Paramount+ UK.

Based on Walter Tevis’ 1963 novel of the same name, the gripping series chronicles the story of a new alien character (Ejiofor) who arrives on Earth at a pivotal point in human evolution. He’s tasked with unwrapping his own past to determine the future of the world at large.

That Grape Juice‘s Samuel Eni sat down with the star to discuss the show, working with Naomie Harris, and much more. Check out the exclusive interview above and be sure to tune into ‘The Man Who Fell To Earth’ on Paramount + UK (and Showtime in the US).

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