Chris Brown is ready for the next chapter in his music book.

For, the ‘No Guidance’ has now announced the start of the “Breezy era.”

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Here at That Grape Juice, we love all things R&B! So, fittingly, we’ve teamed up with DJ Ace – one of the UK’s most revered R&B connoisseurs and host of BBC 1Xtra‘s weekly series Everything RNB (which airs Sundays at 10pm).

Each week he’ll be rounding up his latest show and previewing what’s upcoming on the next episode. Right here on That Grape Juice.

Without further ado, check out the latest installment with DJ Ace below…

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Be it for the good, bad, ugly, or downright shocking, 2021 was full of moments to be remembered.

Now, 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 up, we are looking back on the January 6 insurrection at the United States capitol.

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As legends go, few can rival the impact made by Janet Jackson. 

Indeed, for almost five decades, the diva has dazzled with music and visuals that have changed the Pop culture landscape forever.

In a special feature for Allure, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer sat down to reflect on some of her most memorable music videos.

From ‘Scream’ with her brother Michael Jackson to ‘Together Again’ to Busta Rhymes collaboration ‘What’s It Gonna Be,’ the Pop queen mused on the process of piecing together the iconic clips – peppering in a number of previously unknown tidbits.

The segment precedes the superstar’s hotly-anticipated two-night Lifetime documentary event, ‘Janet,’ which will see her lift the lid on her story like ever before.

Ahead of its premiere in early 2022, check out the Allure feature after the jump…

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K. Michelle lifts the lid on the dark side of cosmetic surgery in the brand new Lifetime series ‘My Killer Body with K. Michelle.’

The R&B belle has been transparent about her personal hardships and the succession of procedures it’s taken to undo the dangerous damage that almost took her life.

Now, drawing on her own experience, she’s on a quest to help others and shed light on some of the pitfalls of the billion-dollar industry.

The series, which premieres on February 3, will spotlight women and men affected by botched plastic surgery procedures and their journey back to better (with K’s help).

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For many, Barack Obama serves as their forever President. As such, it’s of little surprise that his popularity remains oh so potent five years after leaving The White House.

Pressing on with his practice of anchoring himself in Pop culture, #44 has unveiled his list of Favorite Music of 2021.

Speaking on the eclectic tally, Obama said:

“I’ve always enjoyed listening to a wide variety of music, so it’s no surprise that I listened to a little bit of everything this year. I hope you find a new artist or song to add to your own playlist.”

The blend of bops includes infectious cuts from the likes of Lil Nas X, Dancehall queen Spice, Lizzo, Cardi B, and Jon Batiste – who leads the nominations for the 2022 GRAMMYs.

Check out which tunes Obama has had on replay after the jump…

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“Accept the original of you to become unlocked” is the message Alicia Keys is propagating with her brand new album ‘KEYS.’

Unleashed last week (December 10), the LP sees the songstress fuse stripped back and unlocked versions of songs on the unique dual release.

As reported, the 15-time GRAMMY winner has been hot on the promotional trail for the project and she’s not letting up on its visual component either.

For, moments ago she unwrapped ‘KEYS: A Short Film’ – which sews together tracks such as ‘Old Memories’ and lead single ‘LALA.’

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Koffee stirs up a flavorsome commotion in the video for ‘The Harder They Fall.’

The dynamic visual draws its inspiration from the critically-acclaimed Netflix Western of the same name.

Lifted from the film’s soundtrack, which arrived in October, the hard-hitting jam sees the Jamaican star shine with fiery flair.

Its accompanying clip is directed by child. (Doja Cat’s ‘Woman,’ Janelle Monae’s ‘Turntables’) and delivers an action-packed affair that fuses the rhythmic with the movie’s cowboy-anchored mise en scene.

The video for ‘The Harder They Fall’ precedes the January 7 arrival of the film’s Original Motion Picture Score.

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With Latto blazing the streaming scene with her hit single ‘Big Energy,’ the femcee has fittingly teamed up with Monster Energy for her debut headlining tour.

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Lil Nas X is the latest major name to share they have contracted COVID-19.

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Alicia Keys is hot on the promotional trail for her brand new album ‘Keys’ and ‘The Breakfast Club’ on Power 105.1 was her latest stop.

Continuing with the brand of candid that has rendered many of her recent interviews super riveting, the 15-time GRAMMY winner opened up in earnest about the project and her career at large.

Beyond VERZUZ, a hilarious JAY-Z story, and insights on home life with hubby Swizz Beatz, One of the most interesting corners of Keys’ conversation was her transparency about the politics and percentages that saw her change management.

Check out the awesome interview below…

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Whether it is for the good, the bad, or downright shocking, 2021 was full of memorable moments.

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

Next we are celebrating the comeback glory of Simone Biles at the Olympics.

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