Meet Gyimah Gariba, the maestro behind ‘Big Blue.’

The gifted animator, who was raised in Ghana and resides in Canada, is the central engine behind the revered animation series.

Launched on Nicktoons earlier this month, ‘Big Blue’ follows the adventures of Captain Lettie and the Calypso Crew, who make it their duty to help save the Big Blue and protect its oh-so-unique residents.  With each mission comes many a twist and turn, with ample laughter along the way. 

That Grape Juice caught up with the creative force to discuss the show, his inspiring journey, working with Timbaland on the theme song, and much more.

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There haven’t been four weeks in 2022 yet, but DaBaby has already released four music videos.

Hitting the top of the year running, the embattled Rap star kicked things off to mixed reviews with the release of the R&B-leaning cut, ‘Sneaky Link Anthem.‘  Over the two weeks that followed, he succeeded that tune’s release with the more favorably received ‘Couple Cubes of Ice’ and ‘Book It’ (as we reported here).

As all three songs have failed to make sizable impact on the charts (as of time reported), the GRAMMY nominee has brought in reinforcement to hopefully change the tide.

Teaming with his former ‘Jump’ co-star NBA Youngboy, look inside to see the duo in action aboard the Gemini Vision-directed ‘Hit’ music video.

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Jeannie Mai and Jeezy are basking in the happiness brought their way by their newborn baby.

As reported, The Real presenter and rapper welcomed their first child together this month and revealed that the youngster’s name is Monaco Mai Jenkins.

Now, Mai returned to the daytime talker for a very special gender reveal.

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FKA Twigs is pouring out more from her critically-acclaimed ‘Caprisongs’ project. And this time, it’s the video for ‘Jealously.’

The Rema-assisted jam has proven an immediate fan favorite and looks set to magnetize more thanks to its visual.

A dance-heavy affair, the simple yet effective clip features FKA in fine form and flaunting her eclectic flair.

Check out the Aidan Zamiri directed visual after the jump…

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Fans of Kim Kardashian already know about the infamous ‘Kim Kardashian, Superstar,’ a 2002-filmed pornographic video with singer-rapper Ray J (born William Ray Norwood Jr.) released in 2007 that propelled her to superstardom.

However, ‘Gold Digger’ hitmaker Kanye West made headlines this week after saying he dug into video archives and discovered a new sextape starring his soon-to-be-ex-wife Kim and her former lover Norwood.

As the claims made way around the net, Kardashian hit back via an official statement denying his allegation.  Now, Ray has followed suit.

Look inside to see what they said.

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Cop a gander of Post Malone!

The rapper has long marched to the beat of his own drum and he continues along said trajectory on the cover of Billboard Magazine. 

Draped in a dress, the ‘rockstar’ performer poses it up in the feature and dishes on “losing” his spark and the new material on the horizon.

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‘BEL-AIR,’ the eagerly anticipated reboot of ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,’ takes its throne on Peacock in a mere matter of weeks.

Based on the much-loved Will Smith sitcom and inspired by Morgan Cooper‘s viral teaser, the reimagined incarnation of the show sees the series revived as a dramedy.

Set to premiere Super Bowl Sunday (February 13), ‘BEL-AIR’ with arrive with three episodes initially and one episode a week thereafter.

Check out the latest look at the show (which sees Jabari Banks star in the lead role of Will) below…

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Check out Mary J. Blige!

The Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul covers the newest issue of ELLE Magazine.

And the feature comes at an active time for the R&B royal.

For, as well as readying new album ‘Good Morning Gorgeous’ for release on February 11, MJB will be taking center stage two days later on February 13 at the Super Bowl Halftime Show – which she’s headlining alongside Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, and Eminem. 

Beyond posing it up for the Adrienne Raquel lensed shoot, Blige seized the feature to open up about the LP as well as performing on the grandest stage of them all.

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Beyonce‘s adidas x IVY PARK athleisure line continues to blaze its way forward with dynamic seasonal drops.

The latest has been christened IVY HEART and aptly arrives just in time for Valentine’s Day. 

Set to hit stores early next month, the range features striking red clothing pieces and a number of new sneaker styles too.

For this campaign, Queen Bey has enlisted an eclectic list of names, such as iconic model Tyson Beckford, actress Karrrueche Tran, and Chinese supermodel and actress Shu Pei.

Check out stills from their promo shoots below…

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Afro-Pop phenom Ayra Star kicks off 2022 in fine form.

For, the songbird has hatched the video for ‘Beggie Beggie’ featuring fellow Nigerian breakout star Ckay.

Lifted from Starr’s blazing debut album ’19 & Dangerous,’ the release follows her global hit ‘Bloody Samaritan’ – which she performed exclusively on That Grape Juice Live. It also arrives on the heels of Ckay’s smash ‘Love Nwantiti,‘ the Most Shazamed Song Ever.

Speaking on the Director K helmed visual, Starr said:

“Old Nollywood has had some of the biggest impact on Gen-Z fashion and style. I thought it would be fun and beautiful to re-create that era and its influence on pop culture as a whole. ‘Beggie Beggie’ is not just a sad song, it’s about a young woman seeing things for what they are”.

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Mark those calendars because Madea is coming to Netflix next month. And, true to form, she has no chill.

‘A Madea Homecoming’ hits the streamer on February 25 and brings the drama with it.

The matriarch’s latest adventure centers on her great-grandson’s college graduation.

Festivities take a turn when shocking secrets boil to the surface. Unless the family can dissolve their differences, the melee threatens to melt the tight-knit unit forever.

Prior to its premiere, say hellur to the first look trailer after the jump…

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Anita Baker may be celebrating her 64th birthday today (January 26), but it appears she’s the one handing out the gifts.

Details inside:

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