Ella Mai may have recently celebrated watching her sophomore album ‘Heart on My Sleeve’ open at #2 on Billboard’s Top R&B Albums chart earlier this month, but the win doesn’t have the songstress resting on her laurels.

Still traipsing the promo trail in support of the May 6-released set, which features appearances from the likes of Roddy Ricch, Latto, Lucky Daye, and more, Mai most recently appeared on VEVO Studio to give viewers soulful live renditions of fan favorite tunes ‘Leave You Alone’ and ‘Feels Like.’

Curious to see how she fared? Check out the action inside.

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With their fiery bars, modeling runaway, and neon-colored latex outfits in tow, Southern rapstresses Monaleo and Flo Milli took the Web by storm weeks ago with the premiere of the ‘We Not Humping’ remix music video.

Now, Monaleo is inviting viewers to see the behind the scenes action of the colorful clip.

Tapping music video director Chris Villa to bring the Aryay and Diablo-produced tune to life, look inside to see the action from the other side of the lens.

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Mark those calendars because ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ is back for an action-packed season 2.

Set to premiere on August 14, the next installment of the STARZ series (which is set in the early 1990s) will delve deeper into the origin story of Kanan Stark – the character 50 Cent popularized in the original ‘Power’ production.

Led by Mekai Curtis, the show centers on Kanan’s navigation through a life of crime alongside his drug mob mother, Raquel “Raq” Thomas (played by Tony Award winner Patina Miller).

In the freshly unleashed teaser trailer, it’s made clear that blood may be thick but money most definitely muddies everything.

What are you waiting for? Peep the first look at season 2 of ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ after the jump…

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‘Basketball Wives’ is back for its milestone 10th season.

And the show has lost none of its drama-drenched bounce. A truth that is no small feat in the ever-competitive reality TV sphere.

Already magnetizing millions of viewers, the latest edition of VH1 series follows the layered lives and friendships of creator Shaunie O’Neal, Jennifer Williams, Malaysia Pargo, and Jackie Christie, who are joined (and, in some instances, rejoined) by  Brooke Bailey, Brittish Williams, Brandi Maxiell, DJ Duffey, and Angel Brinks on series’ court.

10 seasons unquestionably calls for a celebration and that’s what Shaunie and Jackie threw at NeueHouse Hollywood. 

The dynamic pair invited That Grape Juice and select guests to an intimate dinner that was defined by laughs, love, and delicious delicacies.

TGJ’s Shar Jossell also sat down with Shaunie, who opened up about her journey with the show, her role this season, and what’s to come.

Check out our EXCLUSIVE interview above and head below for snaps from a memorable evening with two of reality TV’s most enduring, entertaining, and dynamic duos. 

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‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ has made its grand landing on Disney+.

Helmed by Lucasfilm, the series begins a decade after the shocking occurrences in ‘Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith.’ As viewers saw, the titular lead was dealt a damning blow after being defeated and witnessing his Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker, deviate to the dark side as evil Sith Lord Darth Vader.

This fresh chapter chronicles how the legendary Jedi Master navigates the aftermath.

Ewan McGregor reprises his role as Obi-Wan, while the show welcomes newcomers such as Emmy-nominee Moses Ingram into the mix as the female lead (Reva Sevander / The Third Sister).

That Grape Juice‘s Samuel Eni sat down with the 27-year-old, who opened up about the show, her role, and more.

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Cardi B has re-upped with Facebook for another season of her show ‘Cardi Tries _____.’

The Messenger series (which is executive produced by the star alongside Jesse Collins) sees her trying her hand at new skills outside of her Hip-Hop rooting. From lacing up to become a ballerina, firefighter, car racer, teacher, and more.

She won’t be alone, as notable names and faces pop up to help her achieve her goals.

The latest episode of season 2 is here and sees Cardi learn how to play football with the help of her ‘WAP’ collaborator Megan Thee Stallion.

Watch below…

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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 Muna, Sky Ferreira, Faouzia, and Magnolia Park.

Join us inside…

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Calvin Harris has poured out a potent ‘Potion’ with his brand new single of the same name.

A collaboration with Dua Lipa and Young Thug, the track serves as the lead release from the DJ’s incoming album ‘Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2.’

The set, which is due this summer, will feature a host of major names and promises to keep fans moving and shaking to scintillating jams.

Watch the trio in action after the jump…

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Just days after it was announced the Kanye West and XXXTentacion collaboration ‘True Love’ would be hitting digital shelves as an official single, the report has come true.

A fan favorite from West’s February-released ‘DONDA 2’ album (which was exclusively released on the rapper’s STEM PLAYER), the tune has finally found a home on streaming platforms for the first time.

Also set to be listed on ‘Look At Me: The Album,’ an upcoming companion album to the currently-streaming ‘Look At Me: XXXTentacion’ documentary on Hulu, hop inside to hear ‘Love’ in full.

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With his anxiously awaited eighth studio album loading, Ne-Yo recently ramped up anticipation for the forthcoming set by giving fans another taste of the gems set to line its tracklist.

Gifting the video treatment to the new song ‘Don’t Love Me,’ the singer-songwriter tapped TV stars Tyler Lepley and Serayah to bring the tune’s heartbreaking lyrics to life via a cinematic black-and-white music video that seems to be inspired by 2020’s ‘Malcolm & Marie’ (John David Washington & Zendaya).

As the love interests struggle with their unhappy home, Ne-Yo narrates in the background – a dynamic he explains in detail via the official behind the scenes look at the making of the visual.

Hop inside to see how it all came to be:

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After teaming with Shenseea on the critically acclaimed 2017 tune ‘Rolling,’ dancehall royal Sean Paul is looking to roll to the top of the charts with their reunion single ‘Light My Fire.’

Featuring fellow GRAMMY winner Gwen Stefani, the new Paul joint comes as the latest taste from his long-awaited new album ‘Scorcha.’

Despite boasting a star-studded tracklist thanks to the inclusion of the likes of Pia Mia, Sia, Tove Lo, Damian Marley, and more, the mid-tempo ‘Fire’ burns as an easy standout on the 15-track set thanks to the trio’s unique chemistry.

“Baby won’t you light my fire? (wid a bang bang) / Can you take me highеr? (come give them love long) / And when you’re rubbin’ on me / You really spark my flame (you see it),” Stefani wails on the chorus of the Kool Kojak-crafted cut.

Your first listen awaits inside.

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Latto brought her signature brand of big energy to the brand spanking new NEIKED track titled ‘I Just Called.’

A sample of Stevie Wonder‘s 1984 #1 hit ‘I Just Called (To Say I Love You),’ NEIKED’s take on the 80’s classic not only comes as a sonic update but a conceptual one as well.

Led by British singing sensation Anne-Marie, ‘Called’ acts as a big F-U to exes everywhere.

“I just called (Yeah) / To say (Yeah) / I hate you (Huh) / I just called (Yeah) / To say that I moved on (Yeah),” she croons on the new tune.

The breakup bop we deserve in 2022 has finally arrived. Hear it inside.

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