The term “wasting no time” is arguably overused, but it’s oh so applicable when it comes to Kendrick Lamar. 

For, on the day he unlocked his fifth studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers,’ the Hip-Hop titan has announced a world tour in support of the set.

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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 The Chainsmokers, 5 Seconds of Summer, Florence + the Machine, Bazzi, Why Don’t We, and Alannah McCready.

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Kendrick Lamar has unleashed ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’ – his fifth studio album.

Unlike previous albums, ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’ did not include lead single. However, it remains just as compelling as he explores themes of generational trauma, acceptance, fatherhood, and more across the project.

That Grape Juice has been spinning the LP since its release. Join us below to find out which five tracks are essential on ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.’

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Bobby Brown is no stranger to the spotlight. But now the original R&B bad boy is set to tell his story on his own terms.

May 31 will see the stage blazer form the focus of A&E‘s ‘Biography’ special chronicling his colorful life – both the light and the dark embedded within.

Promising a raw and unvarnished insight into the peaks and troughs of Brown’s journey, it will see the singer himself share his narrative like never before.

Naturally, his well-documented marriage to Whitney Houston will be addressed in earnest.

And, in a freshly unleashed trailer, the ‘Don’t Be Cruel’ singer made a unique remark that is sure to set tongues wagging.

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Jack Harlow made headlines this week when he revealed that he didn’t know Brandy and Ray J were siblings.

The surprising statement, which the rapper made during an interview with Hot 97, went viral and ignited a wave of debate.

Now, soulful singer India Arie has weighed in and she did not hold back.

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Muni Long pours out her ‘Pain’ on her last single of the same name.

Still riding high from the success of breakout smash ‘Hrs & Hrs,’ the singer-songwriter continues to prove the potency of her pen on this emotional number.

Lyrically compelling, the track finds Muni Long musing on a love gone wrong and wishing her ex ‘Pain’ proportionate to the pain they caused (and then some).

Both song and video arrive on the heels of the multi-hyphenate inking a lucrative joint venture deal with Def Jam.

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Burna Boy looks to ignite the scene with his brand new single ‘Last Last.’

Lifted from the GRAMMY-winner’s incoming album ‘Love, Damini’ (due July 2), the track is built on a sizzling sample of Toni Braxton’s ‘He Wasn’t Man Enough For Me.’ 

The African Giant seasons the track with his trademark flavor and flow – making it his own.

‘Last Last’ received its live premiere at the African Giant’s sold-out show at Madison Square Garden last month.

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‘The Last O.G.’ has delivered its last laugh.

Four years after making history for TBS with the blockbuster ratings that accompanied its premiere, the Tracy Morgan-led comedy has been axed from the network after four seasons.

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DaBaby is diverting from his legal and personal woes by showing off his funny bone in the music video for his latest single, ‘Wig.’

Featuring MoneyBagg Yo, the ATL Jacobs-produced tune – which was recently released as a dual-single alongside the Pooh Shiesty-assisted ‘Bonnet’ – has been given the video treatment.

Helmed by Reel Goats, the amusing clip sees DaBaby spit the song’s bars while turning up inside a wig shop (and trying on a few while he’s at it).

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After making a splash with critics via their 2021 collaboration ‘Seaside’ (as we reported here), legendary award-winning songwriter Diane Warren teams with award-winning songstress Rita Ora to repeat the feat.

Their new joint effort, titled ‘Finish Line,’ races to digital shelves Friday (May 13) and shines as a standout contribution to the soundtrack for ’37 Words’ – a four-part ESPN docuseries from acclaimed filmmakers Nicole Newnham and Dawn Porter.

Part of The Walt Disney Company’s ‘Fifty/50’ initiative, the female-empowering ‘Finish Line’ helps Disney commemorate movement the 50th anniversary of the passing of Title IX which is a federal civil rights law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in any educational institution that receives federal funding.  It was a groundbreaking decision that gave women equal opportunity in sports and other collegiate-sanctioned activity.

Ahead of its music video premiere, look inside for your first listen to ‘Finish.’

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After much anticipation, it is finally here.

For, Kendrick Lamar has just unleashed his newest album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.’ Previously, the project was announced last month.

He has since gone on to share new music. Earlier this week, he shared the track ‘The Heart Part 5,’ another entry into his song series of the same name.

‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’ is the ‘Humble’ rapper’s first new album since he released his critically-acclaimed album, ‘Damn,’ back in 2017. The project went on to be labeled as a defining record for him and debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Now that the wait for new music is over, stream ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’ below…

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Xscape and SWV are heading to Bravo for an all-new show.

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