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 Years & Years, Kacey Musgraves, Monsta X, and Ashley Kutcher.

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Meghan Trainor is getting into the holiday spirit.

The music superstar has just shared the video for her song, ‘My Kind Of Present.’

In the clip, she sits with her son, Riley, as she reads him stories from a book called ‘Riley’s Book.’ The scene also includes cuts of the singer wrapping presents and even has backup singers to boot.

‘My Kind Of Present’ appears on the deluxe version of her holiday album, ‘A Very Trainor Christmas.’ The album arrived last month along with her rendition of the holiday classic, ‘Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree.’

Watch the Charm La’Donna-directed clip below…

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Little Mix has blazed the Pop landscape for over a decade and now its members are looking to make a mark as individuals.

Especially Jade Thirlwall, who appears to be strutting ahead full steam with plans to embark on a solo music career.

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Ahead of delivering one of the season’s most anticipated TV films, Lifetime’s ‘Merry Liddle Christmas Baby’ (November 27), singer-actress Kelly Rowland has gifted fans new music to accompany its arrival.

The 40-year-old diva – who has topped music charts around the world with dance music in the past – fittingly gives the yuletide classic, ‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,’ an upbeat revamp.

When not flexing her soaring vocals in a holiday-inspired music studio, the clip sees Rowland share the mic with ‘Liddle Christmas’ co-stars Thomas Cardot, Bresha Webb, and more.

The merriment awaits inside:

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Famed Hot 97 DJ Ebro Darden is in the hot seat after a resurfaced clip of him criticizing singer-songwriter Tinashe‘s name went viral recently.

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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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