Beyonce has unleashed ‘The Lion King: The Gift.’

Timed to arrive in tandem with Disney‘s live-action remake of ‘The Lion King’ movie, the compilation set sees the superstar curate a “love letter to Africa” comprised of songs inspired by the flick (which she stars in as Nala).

Billed as “sonic cinema,” the LP’s sound is steeped in Affrobeats, R&B, and Pop.

To assist her vision, Queen Bey assembled a colossal list of collaborators from the Afro diaspora and beyond.

Indeed, featured are the likes of Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy, Shatta Wale, Tekno, and Yemi Alade.

Joining them are US titans such as Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, Pharrell Williams, and Childish Gambino – who stars alongside Bey in the film as Simba. Rising stars Tierra Whack and Jessie Reyez also appear.

What are you waiting for? Listen below…

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This Friday sees Beyonce unleash her new project ‘The Lion King: The Gift.’

Arriving in tandem with the hotly anticipated ‘Lion King’ movie, the companion compilation boasts all-new songs from Queen Bey as well as top-tier talent from the Afro and Western diasporas.

Thus far, the featured acts have been revealed and include the likes of Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Shatta Wale, Burna Boy, and Yemi Alade. Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, and Pharrell also appear.

Joining them, it seems, is Major Lazer. 

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Afrobeats has been blazing on a global scale and look set to intensify thanks to exciting new names on the rise.

One of the most notable to emerge is Teni The Entertainer.

Boasting a sound and artistic proposition that is inimitable, the singer’s flavoursome flow has garnered the attention of a worldwide audience – including London, where she recently played a sold-out show.

Home, though, is where the heart is and Teni is gearing up to play one of Nigeria’s hottest (and most internationally renown) spectacles – the Gidi Culture Fest on April 20th.

Ahead of her performance, That Grape Juice caught up with her to discuss her ascend, a possible WizKid collaboration, Afrobeats’ boom, and much more.

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With over 130,000 votes cast, the time has finally arrived for the winners of the That Grape Juice End of Year Awards 2018 to be announced!

While some acts maintained a major lead, upon the penultimate cut-off point, the final list brought with it many last minute surprises.

Check out the full list of winners below. Prepare yourselves for what awaits…and sound off!

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Beyonce and Jay-Z honored the late, great Nelson Mandela with a hyper hot headlining performance at the 2018 Global Citizen Festival.

The mega-watt couple electrified the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa following a packed day of performances from the likes of Usher, Wizkid, Ed Sheeran, Tiwa Savage, and Pharrell.

While only a portion of their showing was broadcast, the pair rocked the house with rousing renditions of hits such as ‘Apesh*t’ and ‘On The Run,’ while Bey soared solo with ‘Halo,’ ‘XO,’ and ‘Perfect’ along with Sheeran. 

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1) Janet Jackson – Made For Now
(ft. Daddy Yankee)

2) Ariana Grande – Breathin’

3) Cardi B – Ring (ft. Kehlani)

4) Nicki Minaj – Good Form

5) Tiwa Savage – Tiwa’s Vibe

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Ciara has unleashed another bodacious bop – ‘Freak Me.’

Teaming with Nigerian superstar Tekno, CiCi continues to re-affirm her dance agenda on the JR Rotem production – which follows viral smash ‘Level Up.’

The song samples Tiwa Savage’s ‘Before Nko’ and sees the R&B siren embrace Afrobeats to great effect.

Wasting no time setting things all the way off, the dynamite diva has premiered the song alongside a brief but sweet dance viral.

What are you waiting for? Check ’em out after the jump…

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After many a murmur, it has been confirmed that Beyonce and Jay-Z are two of several titans lined up to headline the 2018 Global Citizen Festival in South Africa.

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The BET Awards 2018 provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.

Now, after performances from the likes of Nicki Minaj, Migos, Janelle Monae, and more, see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

A full winners’ list awaits below…

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It’s that time of year again!

The BET Awards 2018 are set to air live from the Microsoft Theater at L.A Live on Sunday June 24th.

As always, all eyes are on who’ll be up for nominations at Urban entertainment’s biggest calendar night.

Well, wonder no more. For, the nominees list has been revealed. DJ Khaled definitely has a lot to be ‘Grateful’ for after leading the pack with six noms. Beyonce, SZA, Cardi B and Migos are amongst the stars who also scooped notable noms.

What are you waiting for? The full list awaits below…

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Jay Z has added major live date to his calendar – the festival he created Made In America.

This year’s installment of the annual extravaganza takes place Labor Day weekend (September 2nd-3rd) at the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia.

Joining Jigga as co-headliner is J. Cole, whose phenomenal success narrative continues with recently released LP ‘4 Your Eyez Only.’

Also on the bill are Solange, Migos, Tiwa Savage, The Chainsmokers, Pusha T, and UK wonder Stormzy. 

Check out the full line-up here…

Issa lit line-up – and also lends credence to suggestion that Jay is gearing up for a chart return. Surely, he’s not doing the festival rounds this summer “just because”?

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As is customary, the 2017 edition of Jay Z‘s Roc Nation Pre-Grammy Brunch brought out a who’s who of the music industry.

The annual gathering, which takes place the day before music’s biggest calendar night, was this year attended by the likes of Rihanna, Diddy, T.I, DJ Khaled, Remy Ma, Fat Joe, Jaden Smith, Nick Jonas, Demi Lovato, Tiwa Savage, and more.

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