Kelly Clarkson‘s latest LP, the June 23-released ‘Chemistry,’ didn’t divorce her from the longstanding top 10 streak she’s collected on the Billboard 200 since opening at #1 with her 2003 debut album ‘Thankful.’

Her first traditional studio effort since 2017’s ‘Meaning of Life,’ ‘Chemistry’ mixes themes of love, loss, and was conceptually inspired by her 2022 split from ex-husband Brandon Blackstock as evidenced by its lead singles ‘Me/Mine,’ ‘I Hate Love,’ ‘Red Flag Collector,’ and ‘Favorite Kind of High.’

Uniquely her first non-holiday studio project to go to chart battle without a Hot 100-charting single to precede it, the 14-track opus – which features high-profile guest appearances or contributions from music legend Sheila E., award-winning actor Steve Martin, and famed songwriter/producers Erick Serna, Jane Black, Jesse Shatkin, and Jason Halbert – was forecast by industry analysts to shift 40,000-50,000 units sold by the end of its inaugural sales tracking week.

Look inside to see how it fared compared to that prediction.

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Drake is getting tour ready.

With the MC’s ‘It Was All A Blur’ trek set to launch on July 5, the superstar is making sure he’s looking the part.

Particularly in the nail department.

For, the rapper has unveiled electric pink nails.

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Shania Twain took quite the tumble last night in Chicago.

The Country-Pop icon was in town for the latest stop of her ‘Queen of Me Tour.’

During a performance of ‘Don’t Be Stupid,‘ the star lost her step and fell to the floor.

As the old adage goes: the show must go on. And go on it did.

Resting on her decades of professionalism, Twain navigated the literal misstep with seasoned resolve.

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Kylie Minogue continues to enjoy colossal success with her smash ‘Padam Padam.’

The viral hit is pulsating on a global scale – most especially in the UK where it has extended its residence in the top 10 of the Official UK Singles Chart.

As reported, its initial strut into the upper echelon of the coveted count saw the dancefloor anthem help Minogue make history on a multitude of fronts.

With the “Padamic” (as fans have affectionately deemed it) still in full effect, the diva keeps the party going with a new remix helmed by hitmaker Jax Jones. 

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With summer upon us, singer-songwriter Kamille has unleashed a colossal contender for song of the season.

Christened ‘Options,’ the track features fellow UK R&B belles Tamera and Bellah. 

Together, the trio trade verses about a lover that ought to remember to do right by them as they have plentiful options.

Laced with infectious hooks and lush Synth-Pop production (courtesy of Kamille herself), the funky cut already has us addicted.

‘Options’ is lifted from Kamille’s forthcoming album ‘K1’ (due in September).

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Jesy Nelson is stepping away from the spotlight.

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Rita Ora is wasting no time lighting a match under her new single ‘Don’t Think Twice.’

Because, just hours after releasing the song, the Pop chart-topper took to the stage on BBC‘s The One Show to perform the track.

‘Don’t Think Twice’ serves as the latest taste of Ora’s incoming third album ‘You & I’ (due on July 14 via BMG). It follows singles ‘You Only Love Me’ and ‘Praising You (ft. Fatboy Slim)’.

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Another day, another record broken by Beyonce.

Music’s reigning queen teamed up with Amazon Music for an exclusive merchandise partnership.

Launched in line with the upcoming North American leg of the blockbuster trek, the pact will see tour-themed merchandise arrive by way of Amazon-only drops.

And, after landing this week, it’s already made history.

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Rihanna is celebrating herself after achieving a huge career milestone.

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H.E.R. has announced the return of her very own Lights On Festival.

Since its launch in 2019, the annual spectacle has shone a light on the vibrance of R&B and the diverse array of stars championing the genre.

Having evolved into a two-day extravaganza, the event will take residence at the Shoreline Festival Grounds in Mountain View, CA.

Head below to find out who’ll be playing across September 16-17…

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Pride is more than a month. It’s a mantra. A time to not only celebrate the LGBTQ+ community but also to remember how we have come.

When thinking of LGBTQ+ anthems, one may think of the grandiose divas that still fill nightclubs today. However, while those songs do deserve their place in history, in our minds, and in our hearts, we’ve compiled a list that represents various eras of music. From the likes of Beyonce to Whitney Houston to Janelle Monae to Sam Smith, and more.

So, join us below to see what R&B jams and sugar-Pop bops made the list this year.

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In celebration of Pride Month and spotlighting powerful narratives, That Grape Juice has teamed up with Signature Entertainment to give you the chance to win a copy of ‘The Inspection.’

Led by Jeremy Pope and co-starring Gabrielle Union, the moving film is inspired by a true story and serves as a potent tale of overcoming and embracing one’s truest self in the face of adversity.

A force during award season, Pope was nominated for a Golden Globe for his compelling performance as Ellis French.

To toast the home theatrical release of ‘The Inspection,’ That Grape Juice is giving away five digital copies of the movie.

Want to be in with a chance of winning? We thought so! Simply answer the following question correctly:

Whose True Story Is The Inspection Based On?

a) Elegance Bratton

b) Billy Porter

c) RuPaul

Submit your answer, along with your full name, age, address, and telephone number to the email address below. Please be sure to title the email subject  ‘The Inspection – TGJ’:

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