Taylor Swift is full of surprises.

And for the singer and her fans, the latest may be her most shocking (and rewarding) yet.

For, after a very public spat over the purchase of her master recordings, the singer has revealed that she has acquired the recordings back.

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Over 20 years separate fans of Anita Baker from her last album, 2004’s ‘My Everything,’ but the wait for a new addition to her prized discography could soon be coming to an end.

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London is turning the volume all the way up this summer. And leading the charge is Mayor Sadiq Khan, who has launched a campaign that shines a spotlight on the capital’s world-leading grassroots music scene.

The Mayor and TfL (Transport for London) have teamed up with leading music and media entities to celebrate revered venues and artists and the seismic impact they continue to have.

Central to the campaign is the first-ever Grassroots Music Tube Map, which is housed at Outernet London for the next month.

The dynamic map features London’s music venues, iconic and contemporary artists, nightclubs, songs, albums, independent record labels, record shops, and locations of music heritage.

That Grape Juice had the privilege of speaking with the Mayor of London at the launch.

In an exclusive chat with TGJ’s Nadia Mumuni, Khan opened up about his bold new initiative and reflected on seeing some of the biggest names on the charts at key London venues.

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The courtroom drama surrounding Diddy’s federal case hit a fever pitch on Day 4, as his legal team made a stunning claim: they’re not denying abuse, just reframing it.

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The legal drama between The Game and Priscilla Rainey just hit a new low for the rapper.

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Camila Cabello is embarking on a new chapter.

For, the starlet has parted ways with her longtime manager, Roger Gold.

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GRAMMY Award-winning singer Mya is gearing up to release her new single, ‘Face to Face.’

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Ciara has officially announced her new studio album ‘CiCi.’

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Mary J. Blige has been making waves on her ‘For My Fans Tour,’ but if her former friend Misa Hylton gets her way, the Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul will be making her way to court.

As reported, the stylist-turned-music manager has filed a jaw-dropping $5 million lawsuit against Blige, and it centers on a fallout regarding rapper Vado.

Signed to MJB’s label, the MC was reportedly managed by Hylton. However, she says what was once a smooth sailing ship encountered rocky waters when the singer allegedly began to ice her out.

Now, in the wake of the filing, her attorney is speaking up and out.

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Barbra Streisand is back with new music and bringing along a few famous friends in this new era. Namely,  Mariah Carey and Ariana Grande.

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Critical response to Eric Benet‘s 2024 ‘Duets‘ EP was so favorable, the crooner is following the Chante Moore, Tamar Braxton, and Ledisi-featured project up with an full-length album that mirrors the concept.

Titled ‘The Co-Star,’ the studio effort (his first 2016) is set to be delivered to digital shelves courtesy of his label JBR Creative Group.

Ahead of its arrival, Eric gave fans a taste of what they can expect by unveiling the new song ‘Can’t Wait‘ featuring fellow hitmaking GRAMMY nominee Keri Hilson.

“It’s like a theme song / Soon as you step inside, it’s on / They should have some champagne pourin’ / While the whole crowd sings along,” sings Hilson over DJ Camper production.

Get acquainted with the feel-good, disco-inspired cut inside courtesy of its SevenEight-directed music video.

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Normani may have amassed a respectable sum of hits of her own, but a songwriter has revealed that she let one slip through her fingers.

For, it has been revealed that the stage blazer passed on Doechii’s 2023 hit ‘What It Is.’

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