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Cheri Dennis - 'Portrait Of Love' Video
2007-11-29 14:05:00 The video for Cheri Dennis ' new single 'Portrait of Love ' kinda premiered yesterday. I say 'kinda', as I actually managed to catch the vid last week (thanks Kevin!), however Atlantic Records took it down and kept it on lock and key until the official premiere last night. Anyway, enough with the rambling...About the video, it's awesome! After some ten or so years of Cheri being on Bad Boy Diddy More About: Video
Usher's Mom: "New Baby Is A Blessing"
2007-11-29 13:51:00 It appears the controversy surrounding the women in Usher's life has simmered following the birth of his son earlier this week. News of spats between his mom Jonnetta Patton and wife Tameka Foster has rampant for months, however Patton had nothing but good things to say when speaking to PEOPLE magazine about the new addition to the family: I'm extremely excited and filled with joy about the birth More About: Baby , Blessing
Janet Album Set For February Release
2007-11-28 00:43:00 According to Billboard, Janet Jackson's as-yet-untitled Def Jam debut has been confirmed for a February 2008 release. Jackson is also said to be prepping a worldwide tour in support of the album - the follow-up to 2006's Platinum certified '20 Y.O'. As previously reported, label honcho L.A. Reid will be at the helm of the project, as opposed to boyfriend Jermaine Dupri. All this comes on the More About: Release , Album
Alicia Keys Appears On The Tyra Show
2007-11-27 13:11:00 Chart topper Alicia Keys ' appearance on the Tyra Show aired yesterday (November 26th). The singer discussed, among other things, the pressures of non-stop work and being near depression as well as how she found herself again. It was a really good interview. Alicia also gave great performances of the first two singles from the album 'No One' and 'Like You'll Never See Me Again'. Check out the
'N*gger' Pushed Back To Black History Month
2007-11-27 13:10:00 According to MTV News, Nas' controversial forthcoming album 'N*gger' has been pushed back from it's December release and will now hit stores in February next year - Black History Month in the US. Check out the report: Nas had originally planned to put the project out next month, but according to his camp, the album has been pushed to February: Black History Month. Nas told MTV News the first More About: Back
Jackson 5 To Reunite For Tour In 2008
2007-11-27 00:14:00 Following the news earlier this month that the legendary Jackson 5 would possibly be reforming for a tour, Jermaine Jackson has gone on record to confirm that the brothers are set to hit the road in 2008 - with Michael. Check out the report via Yahoo Music: The Jackson 5 will tour in 2008 with Michael Jackson, according to his brother Jermaine. Rumours about a possible reunion of the pop More About: Tour , Unit
Jill Scott: "I Was Called A N*gger"
2007-11-26 23:23:00 In an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald soulful singer Jill Scott detailed a recent incident where she was called a 'n*gger' and how she dealt with it: “I was waiting outside for the valet to bring the car round, and these … I say kids, but they must have been 25, looking wealthy, five-o’clock-in-the-morning wasted. And this guy’s saying, ‘Step back nigger, step back nigger.’ He’s saying
New Song: Mya - 'Shake It (Like A Dog)
2007-11-26 22:40:00 A new Mya track has surfaced from her ill-fated (unreleased) 2005 album 'Control Freak'. The interestingly titled track 'Shake It (Like A Dog), features rapper Jim Jones. I’m feeling the song a lot; Mya’s ‘in your face delivery’ as well as the production are on-point. However, it’s the song’s lyrics that let it down IMO. There’s something not quite right about her likening herself to a dog?? More About: Song , New Song
From The Vault: En Vogue - 'Don't Let Go'
2007-11-25 23:24:00 This week's 'From The Vault ' video is En Vogue 's 1996 mega-hit 'Dont' Let Go'. Arguably one of group's career defining songs, the video also marked the last time the girls would appear as a quartet. Lead singer Dawn Robinson left shortly after the track was released in 1997 due to negotiations to keep her place as a member - whilst embarking on a solo career - falling through:Timeless. The More About: En Vogue
Kelly Rowland: "I Nearly Quit Music"
2007-11-25 00:50:00 After much uncertainty, Kell y Rowland has embarked on a North American tour in support of her 'Ms. Kelly' album. That Grape Juice reader Brice attended the Philadelphia show at the House of Blues; check out their review of the show: Kelly Killed it............It was a little short but Kelly worked it out. She did a mix of songs from Work, Stole, Cant Nobody, Comeback, This Is Love, Like This, More About: Music , Quit
World Music Awards 2007: Ciara & Rihanna Performances
2007-11-24 14:31:00 The 2007 World Music Awards were held earlier this month in Monte Carlo. R&B stars Ciara and Rihanna performed at the event. Check out their performances below: Ciara (ft. 50 Cent) - 'Can't Leave Em' Alone' Rihanna - 'Umbrella' I actually enjoyed both performances. Ciara's vocals were on-point throughout and Rihanna did her thing too. What do you think of the performances? More About: Music Awards
Alicia Keys Covers Entertainment Weekly
2007-11-24 14:10:00 {Spotted at: Fadedyouthblog.com}R&B star Alicia Keys features on the cover of the latest issue of Entertainment Weekly . With the news of her record-breaking first week numbers, there really seems to be no stopping Alicia. more power to her... What do you think of the cover? More About: Covers , Entertainment Weekly
Amerie Speaks On Label Drama
2007-11-24 13:58:00 In a recent interview with popular UK urban magazine RWD, Amerie spoke candidly on her current label situation/frustrations. Check out the extract below {Thanks Adrian}: How has your label treated you? Er, you probably don’t even want to ask me that right now. That’s how I feel abut it. I personally love some of the people that work here in the UK; my publicist Shoshanna and Simon... but I More About: Drama , Label , Dram
Kelly Rowland 'Clash Of The Choirs' Commercial
2007-11-23 15:46:00 R&B singer Kell y Rowland is set to star in NBC's 'Clash of The Choirs' special airing throughout the holiday season. The show pits Rowland against stars such as Patti Labelle and Michael Bolton to create a choir that will go head to head with the other choirs led by artists on the show. It looks pretty interesting and it's good to see Kelly still keeping her name out there. Will you be tuning More About: Commercial
Happy Thanksgiving From That Grape Juice
2007-11-23 02:39:00 ThatGrapeJuice .net wishes all of our US visitors a very Happy Thanksgiving ! I hope you're enjoying the day with your family and friends - stuffing yourselves too! What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving? Drop a comment in the comments section.... More About: Hank
Ashanti Performs 'The Star Spangled Banner'
2007-11-23 02:31:00 Ashanti performed the US national anthem 'The Star Spangled Banner ' earlier today at the NFL Thanksgiving Game (The Dallas Cowboys vs. The New York Jets). For the record, I like Ashanti and know she can sing, but that was a mess. Just horrible. Aside from the fact that it was real pitchy, that last high note...what the hell? Here's hoping she steps up her live performing game by the time she More About: Ashanti , Angle , Perform
Mariah Carey Appears On Ellen Show
2007-11-23 02:19:00 Part 2 // Part 3Superstar songstress Mariah Carey stopped by The Ellen Degeneres Show on Wednesday to promote her new fragrance 'M By Mariah Carey'. She also briefly touched upon her forthcoming album which is due out 'at the top of next year'. Mariah's always entertaining to watch and came across well.Any thoughts?
Tyra's Behind The Scenes Look At 'The Beyonce Experience'
2007-11-23 01:59:00 Part 1 // Part 2 // Part 3 // Part 4 // Part 5 // Part 6 Supermodel-turned talk show queen Tyra Banks took an exclusive behind the scenes look at 'The Beyonce Experience '. The special, which aired yesterday, was filmed at the Philadelphia stop on the tour. Tyra and the 'Deja Vu' singer spoke on everything from pre-show rituals to costumes (including the now infamous 'Ring The Alarm' fall outfit) More About: Behind The Scenes , Scenes
Mary J. Blige iPod Commercial
2007-11-22 00:53:00 Check out the new iPod commercial featuring Mary J. Blige . 'Work That' is playing in the background. The track will apparently serve as her next single.What do you think of the commercial? More About: Commercial , Ipod , Mary J Blige
Rihanna & Robin Thicke Feature In GQ
2007-11-21 23:40:00 Check out this steamy photoshoot Rihanna and Robin Thicke appear in for GQ magazine. This is kinda random, but I can't deny that it's a great shoot. You can read their joint feature, in which they speak about the success they have enjoyed this year, by clicking here. {Click pics to enlarge} What do you think of the pics? More About: Feature
'As I Am' Sells 742,000 First Week
2007-11-21 14:32:00 R&B songstress Alicia Keys has surpassed initial sales expectations for her new album 'As I Am'. Whereas the LP was forecast to sell in the region of 600,000 copies first week, Billboard has it's final sales at 742,000 - a career best for Keys. 'As I Am' now stands as having 2007's 2nd highest opening week numbers behind Kanye West's 'Graduation'. {Source} Your thoughts? More About: Week
Ne-Yo Addresses R. Kelly Tour Drama
2007-11-21 13:45:00 As some of you may have heard, Ne-Yo was dropped suddenly from R. Kelly 's 'Double Up' tour a few couple of days ago. Whilst, at the time, 'contractual reasons' were cited as the reason, the 'Do You' singer has spoken out about the situation on a Washington radio station. Check out the report below via Natasha over at YBF: ...But Ne-Yo now says that he was told to tell people his being dropped was More About: Drama , Tour , R Kelly , Dram
Solange Signs With Geffen
2007-11-21 12:45:00 In what comes as, somewhat, of a surprise, it has been announced that Solange Knowles has signed a new recording contract with Geffen Records. The deal, which sees Knowles move to Los Angeles, is a joint-venture between Geffen and Music World Music. Geffen is home to major artists such as Mary J. Blige, Fergie and Keyshia Cole. 'Solange and The Hadley Street Dreams', Knowles' debut for the label, More About: Signs
Chris Brown - 'With You' Video
2007-11-21 12:31:00 {Click here if you can't view the vid}R&B star Chris Brown premiered the video for his new single 'With You ' on his official MySpace page yesterday. It's ok, I guess. My lack of enthusiasm probably stems from my view that there is much better material on his 'Exclusive' CD that should have got the single treatment i.e. 'Take You Down', 'You' and 'Damage'. Now on single number three, it'll be More About: Video
That Grape Juice To Interview Chingy
2007-11-20 18:47:00 I know it's short notice, but I'll be conducting a phone interview with Chingy tomorrow (November 21st). The DTP star is gearing up for the release of his fourth album 'Hate It Or Love It' on December 18th. So, please drop any questions you may have for him in the comments section. Remember, only genuine and appropriate questions will be considered :) More About: Interview , Juice
Monica Update
2007-11-20 16:18:00 According to our friend Sandra Rose, R&B singer Monica has recently renewed her contract with J Records and is in the process of recording a new album. The singer, who is eight months pregnant, is working with hit-makers Bryan Michael Cox, Missy Elliott and Ne-Yo on the CD. What's more, she has gone on record to confirm that the album will consist of mainly ballads and slower numbers - no more More About: Update
New Song: Akon - 'Wanna Be Starting Something'
2007-11-20 15:17:00 As reported, Michael Jackson will be releasing a revamped version of his career defining album Thriller in celebration of the album's 25th anniversary. Four of Thriller's original tracks are receiving the remix treatment by Kanye West, Will.i.am and Akon for the re-release. The songs are 'Billie Jean', 'The Girl Is Mine', 'Pretty Young Thing' and 'Wanna Be Starting Some thing'. The later was More About: Song , New Song , Wanna Be Starting Something
New Song: Mary J. Blige - 'Work That'
2007-11-20 14:19:00 With the release of Mary J. Blige 's album 'Growing Pains' drawing nearer, new material from the anticipated LP has surfaced. 'Work That' sees Blige proclaim a self-appreciation message. Though I'm feeling the song's overall positivity, it sounds like an album-only track. I'm hoping the album has better material than this. 'Growing Pains' hits stores December 18th. Hit or Miss?LISTEN: Work That { More About: Song , Mary J Blige
Beyonce's DirecTV Commercial
2007-11-09 14:16:00 Another day, another Beyonce endorsement; the R&B superstar's latest foray into the advertising market is for cable company Dire cTV. Don't get me wrong, I like her just as much as the next person, but this is bordering on overkill. What's next? I mean, she's already had her name slapped on almost everything saleable. I must say that the whole play on the 'Upgrade U' concept was pretty good, More About: Commercial , Directv , Rect
New 'Growing Pains' Promo Pic
More articles from this author:2007-11-09 13:15:00 Check out this new promotional pic for Mary J. Blige's forthcoming album 'Growing Pains'. She's been looking consistently on-point as of late. Anyway, contrary to the date in the pic, the album is now set too drop on December 18th. What do you think of the pic? More About: Promo , Growing Pains 1, 2, 3, 4 |
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