Kelly Rowland is quite the busy bee.

The GRAMMY-winning diva – hot on the promo trail for the November 27 premiere of her new Lifetime movie ‘Merry Liddle Christmas Baby’ – had already turned heads with new music from the movie and a stop by ‘The Nick Cannon Show’ before hopping over to ‘New York Live’ to discuss the film and a few other hot topics.

While at the latter, Rowland was quizzed about her next set of projects – which include new solo music, a children’s book, and maybe even a Christmas album.

Hop inside to see what she said about these ventures earlier this week.

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Academy & EMMY-nominated actress Taraji P. Henson leads an all-star cast aboard the next live musical event to grace TV screens courtesy of NBC: the 7-time TONY Award-winning musical,  ‘Annie.’

While Henson’s heading the classic story as the ‘Queen of Mean’ (Miss Hannigan), rising starlet Celina Smith takes the titular role of the orphan Annie.  Elsewhere on the roster, GRAMMY & EMMY Award-winning singer-actor Harry Connick Jr. puts a spin on Daddy Warbucks, EMMY-nominated actor-singer Tituss Burgess portrays Rooster Hannigan, and GRAMMY-nominated Pop diva Nicole Scherzinger shines as Grace.

Ahead of the December 2 arrival of the Robert Greenblatt-executive produced feature, look inside to see its official trailer.

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The rumors are true;  Lizzo has landed another Gold plaque from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)!

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Cardi B has re-upped with Facebook for another season of her show ‘Cardi Tries _____.’

The Messenger series (which is executive produced by the star alongside Jesse Collins) sees her trying her hand at new skills outside of her Hip-Hop rooting. From lacing up to become a ballerina, firefighter, car racer, teacher, and more.

She won’t be alone, as notable names and faces pop up to help her achieve her goals.

The latest episode of season 2 is here and sees Cardi learn how to cook Thanksgiving Dinner with assistance from friend and fellow musical superstar Ciara.

Watch below…

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Kelly Rowland rings in the holiday season with a fresh festive rendition of ‘Wonderful Time.’

Famously sung by Andy Williams in the 1960s, Ms. Kelly’s newly hatched take on the track sees her team up with production ensemble NOVA WAV – who help the songbird put a unique twist on the Christmas classic.

The song arrives amidst a number of holiday activations spearheaded by the singer, including Lifetime movie ‘Merry Liddle Christmas Baby’ (due November 27) and a performance of ‘Wonderful Time’ at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (which was watched by 20 million).

In the here and now, though, follow Rowland to the dancefloor with this uptempo jam. Listen below…

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Wizkid has broken many boundaries in his time and his seismic success sees him continue to bulldoze more.

With a decade’s worth of hits under his belt, the Nigerian superstar isn’t resting on his laurels. Instead, he’s blazing forward and establishing fresh wins with anthems that are defining the times.

Case in point this summer’s global smash ‘Essence’ and its housing album ‘Made In Lagos.’

The summer’s inescapable scorcher fuelled the Starboy’s intensified shine, carried him into the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time as the lead act, was certified Platinum, and birthed a budding star in fellow Nigerian performer Tems (who featured on the track).

Now, on the eve of three sold-out shows at London’s O2 Arena, Wizkid appears in British Vogue and muses

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Ne-Yo saluted the sweet sounds of Motown with a unique rendition of the US National Anthem in the famed label’s hometown of Detroit.

The GRAMMY Award-winning crooner was on hand at the NFL Thanksgiving game between the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys.

Taking a center stage, Mr. Smith delivered a soulful take on ‘The Star-Spangled Banner.’

Check it out below…

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Adele has done it again.

By which, she has scored a rare chart double in the UK thanks to the record-breaking debut of her ’30’ album.

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Kanye West is getting candid.

On Instagram, Ye not only shared a prayer, but he shared much more when he addressed alcoholism and his divorce from Kim Kardashian.

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New updates in Tyga‘s domestic violence case have arrived.

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Could Adele be the next major artist to team with Netflix?

According to a new report, that may well be the case.

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For two decades, Ashanti has amazed the masses with music that has become etched in the lives of millions worldwide.

An unmistakable presence in the Pop cultural landscape, the singer has broken records and bulldozed the barriers that once limited Black women in the entertainment space.

It’s fitting, then, that Ashanti has been named the recipient of the coveted Lady of Soul honor at the Soul Train Awards 2021. 

Filmed at the legendary Apollo Theater in New York, the hotly anticipated show airs this Sunday (November 28) and will see the superstar take to the stage to perform.

Prior to the big night, That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid sat down with Ashanti to discuss the honor and her exciting plans to re-record her debut album.

Watch the EXCLUSIVE interview above.

The Soul Train Awards airs this Sunday on BET at 8pm ET/PT on BET, BET Her, VH1, and MTV2.

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