News that Nicki Minaj‘s new album is set to top the Billboard 200 isn’t sitting well with some Cardi B fans (affectionately called the #BardiGang).

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For reasons good, bad, ugly, and everything in between, 2023 was one for the books!

As the year draws to a close, That Grape Juice is reflecting on the occasions that rocked – and to some degree – maybe even reshaped the Urban and Pop cultural landscape as we know it.

Next, we’re revisiting how Black women rocked the 2023 GRAMMYs to historic measure.

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Jung Kook drove ‘Standing Next To You,’ the third single from his debut solo album ‘Golden,’ to the top 5 of the Billboard Hot 100 the week of its premiere.

Now, thanks to a remix assisted by R&B icon Usher, the former BTS star could see the Andrew Watt-penned bop soar to even higher heights on the hitlist.

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For many, Whitney Houston is the golden standard of vocal performance – a status that remains intact nearly 40 years after she first burst onto the music scene.

And while her enduring legacy is seen and heard with the treasure chest of albums and videos she created over her career, it’s also felt in the work of the artists she influenced.

Prominently among the latter is R&B icon Monica, who was one of the few stellar vocalists who can count Whitney as a direct mentor.

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After dropping jaws with the Justin Timberlake-assisted remix to the smash hit, ‘3D,’ former BTS star Jung Kook has repeated the feat by calling on R&B icon Usher to assist on a revamp of Standing Next To You.’

Released Friday (December 1), the updated version of the ‘Golden‘ single arrives less than a month after the original incarnation of ‘Standing’ – like ‘3D’ before it – soared to #5 on the Hot 100.

“The universe approves when you and I dance / So elegant and heaven sent these vibes yeah / It’s way way too early to leave,” Ush croons on the blazing track.

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Check out Jennifer Lopez!

The multihyphenate chanteuse serves golden goddess on the cover of ELLE‘s Women in Hollywood 2023 issue.

One of an elite list of names bestowed with their own spread, J.Lo’s feature comes during an exciting week of unveilings.

As reported, the superstar announced her first album in a decade, ‘This Is Me…Now,’ revealed that it’ll be accompanied by a full-fledged movie, and teased its lead single ‘Can’t Get Enough.’

With the LP due on February 16 and ‘Enough’ dropping on January 10, tide yourselves over by peeping more of the glorious spread below. Also awaiting there are quotes from Lopez, who opens up about about her spot in Hollywood and the broader landscape…

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‘The Color Purple’ musical is definitely shaping up to be one of the year’s most highly anticipated entertainment events, but so is its star-studded companion album.

Lined with contributions from the film’s stars Fantasia, H.E.R., Ciara, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Danielle Brooks, and Halle Bailey as well as original tunes from big names like Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, Megan Thee Stallion, Usher, Keyshia Cole, Coco Jones, Mary Mary, and Missy Elliott, the soundtrack is set to sail to streaming services on December 15.

Ahead of the arrival of the Quincy Jones-executive produced project, its first single – ‘Lifeline‘ by Alicia Keys – has hit digital outlets.

“‘Cause your heart’s an army (Yes, it is) / Don’t gotta do this all by yourself / If you need someone you call me (All you gotta do) / You got me (All you gotta do), you got me/Oh, I can be your lifeline,” she sings on the Tricky Stewart and Marshmell0-produced tune.

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It’s here!

Jung Cook‘s Justin Timberlake-assisted remix of hit single ‘3D’ has been unboxed.

The singers, who helm from mega-groups BTS and NYSNC respectively, trade verses on the refreshed version of the track, which in its original form featured Jack Harlow.

Already a top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, can the JT incarnation elevate ‘3D’ to even higher heights?

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Jung Kook has no trouble dancing to the upper echelon of charts worldwide on his own accord.

However, in a sweet treat for fans, the BTS star has announced that he’s recruited Justin Timblerke to join him on a remix of his latest hit ‘3D.’

And it’s set to arrive sooner than folk may think.

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Music lovers are still buzzing over the official 2024 GRAMMY nominations revealed Friday (November 10).

Beyond making headlines for being dominated by women like SZA, Taylor Swift, and Coco Jones overall, the biggest surprise undoubtedly came via the 7 nods given to Victoria Monet for work found aboard her latest album, ‘Jaguar II’ (and its breakout single ‘On My Mama’).

As if being the night’s second most-nominated act isn’t enough to boast, Monet may see her daughter – Hazel – make history for being the youngest performer to ever win one of the coveted golden gramophones.

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It’s still award season and the Billboard Music Awards 2023 is up next.

Taking place on November 19, the event will honor some of the most commercially impactful releases over the last year.

And, for the first time ever, the BBMAs will unwrap performances and awards across BBMAs and Billboard social channels.

Today (October 26) has seen the much-anticipated nominations unveiled. And it brings with it good news for the likes of Taylor SwiftMorgan WallenSZAThe Weeknd, Drake, and Zach Bryan.

In a first-of-its-kind ‘Fans First’ collaboration with Spotify, this year’s show brings audiences up close and personal with their favorite acts.

The BBMAs and Spotify have teamed up to identify fans who have consumed the most hours of music over the past year and ultimately helped lift their favorite artists to the top spots on the Billboard charts. These super fans will receive a “golden ticket” – which rewards them with access to attend a once-in-a-lifetime performance curated by their favorite artists for the BBMAs.

Speaking on the unique activation, Maddy Mesevage, SVP, Marketing at dick clark productions said:

“We’ve heard the fans loud and clear, and we’re excited to meet them where they are, and everywhere they want to consume music and content. This year’s show is an epic celebration of the fans who propelled their favorite artists to the top of the Billboard charts. To thank them, we are thrilled to work with Spotify and the artists themselves to offer their most loyal fans an experience they’ll never forget.”

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Beyonce has officially unboxed her debut luxury fragrance.

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