Aug 21, 2009
Day26 - 'So Good' Video
posted by Sam at 12:53 PM
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Despite the epic fail that was their 'Forever In A Day' album (which was actually pretty good), Day26 continue to press ahead with the project - today releasing the video for 'So Good'. Definitely one for the grown folk, this serves as one of their better efforts. I'm sure the ladies will love this one.

That said, Bad Boy really are keeping these boys on a recession budget with these vids. We are in a visual age, and it's gonna take more than these samey 'concept' clips, in which next to nothing is happening, to garner any interest anyone beyond their fan-base - who in total don't seem to be able to save the guys from the terrible sales they've been having. It's so sad, as all four of these guys are so talented. Yet, if things don't change with how they are handled, they'll become casualties of the industry. Here's hoping the latter doesn't become a reality.

Tidbit: Does anyone else notice how unless 'Making The Band' is airing, you never see or hear from these guys? SMH...

What do you think of the song / video?

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Jun 25, 2009
Day26 - 'Girlfriend' Video
posted by Sam at 8:34 AM
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In what must be a record for the 21st century incarnation of Bad Boy, roster members Day26 actually have actually released their...wait for it........third single (yes, you read right!) 'Girlfriend', with the song's accompanying clip premiering today. That's pretty much where the 'good' starts and ends...

Boring, uninspired, pointless and undeniably a product of the recession, the vid offered little to nothing of interest - only further serving to highlight the many problems which underpin Day26 as a group as well as their label Bad Boy.

For too reliant have Diddy and the label become on Making The Band to push their top acts that nothing seems to go on promo-wise when the show is not on air. More so however, the sh*tty handling of the Danity Kane drama was IMO was the last straw as far as the public perception of Bad Boy as a label, as well as Diddy as a label head goes. Therefore, there is much ground to argue that the disbanding of Danity Kane is a major factor in the lack of public interest towards Day26 - a shame, as the guys are immensely talented. SMH...

What do you think of the video?

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May 29, 2009
Day26 - 'Stadium Music' Video
posted by Sam at 5:33 AM
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Somewhat breaking the Bad Boy M-O, Day26 are actually releasing a 2nd single from their sophomore LP 'Forever In A Day' in the form of 'Stadium Music' - and it's not 6 months after the first. Shocker!  LOL.

The video for the the uptempo cut premiered today and it's a so-so affair. While not disaster on a screen, this recession-budget clip really doesn't do the group any favours - at all. With their album having experienced a 'blink and you miss it' chart-life, they are in desperate need of something to rejuvenate the project - and this doesn't seem likely to do the job. A shame, as 'Forever In A Day' is actually a solid effort. 

What do you think of the video? 

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Apr 24, 2009
Making The Band 4: Danity Kane Reunite (Well Kinda)
posted by Sam at 2:35 AM
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The finale (and rumored last ever) episode of Making The Band 4 aired last night. Hosted by MTV's Sway, the night saw the former members of Danity Kane (sans Aundrea) come back together to discuss the demise of the chart-topping group.

While I'm cautious about taking sides, I will say this made great television! You could cut the tension with a knife; the bitchiness levels were off the Richter. Besides the back and forths between Aubrey, Dawn, D. Woods (Shannon, as ever, seemed to take a backseat to it all), just watching their body language (and seating arrangement - notice how it changes after the commercial), made it all the more evident that there are still issues between the ladies. A shame, as they, IMO, were one of the most promising collectives to emerge on the music scene in a long while. It'll be interesting to see how the future plays out for all five ladies...

Your thoughts?

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Apr 15, 2009
Danity Kane To Appear On Making The Band Finale
posted by Sam at 1:52 AM
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Danity Kane To Appear On Making The Band FinaleAs expected with such shows, Making The Band 4 has saved the best for the last; the press release we have received about the season's finale has stated that the all five of the original members of Danity Kane will be present. Check it out below, as well as info on Day26 and Donnie:
MTV GIVES CLOSURE TO FANS WITH 'MAKING THE BAND 4: THE FINAL CHAPTER'
A two-part SEASON FINALE EVENT BEGINS THURSDAY, APRIL 16th AT 9PM ET/PT AND CONTINUES APRIL 23rd 9PM ET/PT

Special Appearances By Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Day26, Donnie Klang and Danity Kane Share the Same Stage for the First Time Since Their Break-Up

New York – April 14, 2009 – MTV will air a two-part season finale of hit series "Making the Band 4" beginning Thursday, April 16th at 9pm ET/PT and ending with special event "Making the Band 4: The Final Chapter" to air Thursday, April 23rd at 9pm ET/PT. In part one, viewers will watch as Dawn and Andrea find out if they will continue their career as Bad Boy artists, when Sean 'Diddy' Combs reveals the fate of Danity Kane. Day26 is faced with the dilemma of moving forward even if it means that they will do so without their band mate Q. The drama culminates on April 23rd as MTV Correspondent Sway Calloway hosts part two: a special finale event. Day26 will also perform songs from their sophomore album.

The finale event will event will give viewers a chance to reflect on the most talked about moments from this season -- from the separation of Danity Kane to tumultuous road taken by Day26 to complete their new album. Viewers will also watch as members of Danity Kane come together for the first time since their separation to speak directly to their fans. Donnie Klang will update fans with details about the next stage of his career.
This ought to be real, real interesting. While I'm completely thrown as to what is currently the genuine 'reality of Danity Kane' (good PR spin by all involved), I'm definitely hoping the ladies patch things up, if only just for the sake of their fans. That said, the wording of the press release has me thinking Dawn and Aundrea may be in line for their own Bad Boy solo careers. Whatever the case, it's all speculation at the moment. Roll on the finale(s)...

Tidbit: Peep a behind the scenes look at Aubrey's 'Make-Under' for US Magazine below:


Your thoughts?

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Apr 14, 2009
BET Spring Bling Performances: Day26, Keri Hilson, The Dream
posted by Sam at 3:29 AM
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BET's Annual Spring Bling event took place this past weekend. Peep performances by Day26 (w/Yung Joc), Keri Hilson and The-Dream below:






Good performances all-round.

What do you think of the performances?

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Apr 10, 2009
Even More Day26 Drama
posted by Sam at 5:17 PM
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A mess...

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Apr 3, 2009
Making The Band 4 Update: More Day26 Drama!
posted by Sam at 7:26 AM
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Tensions came to a head with Day26 once again on the latest episode of MTV's Making The Band. This time, at the center of the fray were Q and Brian. These guys are something else...

Tidbit: Is it me or is the fact that their album is out real soon (April 14th) not really known by the masses?

Your thoughts?

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Day26 - 'Imma Put It On Her (ft. Diddy & Yung Joc)' Video
posted by Sam at 2:30 AM
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Review up shortly...

In the meanwhile...

What do you think of the video?

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Mar 31, 2009
Making The Band 4 Update!
posted by Sam at 3:31 AM
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For those who haven't been able to keep up with the latest season of Making The Band 4, peep the vid above to see the drama that has been ensuing among the members of Day26. This is quickly looking to be Da Band / Danity Kane all over again. SMH...

Speaking of Danity Kane, let me first apologise for taking a short while to drop the D. Woods and Dawn interviews. They will both be ready to post no later than tomorrow (meaning anytime from now!). As I'm sure our loyal readers will know, That Grape Juice prides ourselves on serving up the very best interviews from your favourite Urban artist. Hence, unfortunately, sometimes it's a case of if it's not ready to roll out, it's not ready. That said, the interviews will be ready to post quicker than you can say 'Sam, the man, the Kelly Rowland stan'. Thanks for being so patient...I'm sure you'll enjoy reading them.

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Mar 10, 2009
Day26 - 'Forever In A Day' Cover (Real)
posted by Sam at 12:11 PM
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Day26 - 'Forever In A Day' Cover (Real)
Peep the official album cover for Day26's sophomore effort 'Forever In A Day' (due April 14th). It turns out the previously reported cover that had been floating around wasn't the real deal, which is just as much as it was disgraceful. Saying this is a million times better would be an understatement. MUCH better.

Your thoughts?

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Mar 5, 2009
Day26 - 'Forever In A Day' Cover
posted by Sam at 3:44 PM
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Day26 - 'Forever In A Day' Cover
Peep the official album cover for Day26's sophomore effort 'Forever In A Day', which drops April 14th via Bad Boy Records / Atlantic. While the group's new musical offerings, as featured on the current season of Making The Band 4, have me somewhat anticipating the record, the cover is a flat out hot mess. Very amateur looking...very 'this is our first album' looking too. SMH...

What do you think of the cover?  

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Feb 26, 2009
Day26 Update
posted by Sam at 1:08 PM
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According to Day-26.com, Bad Boy collective Day26's sophomore effort is titled 'Forever In A Day' and will be released on April 14th. The set will be preceded by confirmed lead single 'Put It On Her', which you can listen to above.

Those of you who have been keeping up with the latest season of Making The Band 4 will have seen the guys express their desire for a more uptempo sound this go round - something they've achieved with this gritty, club banger. Great track.

Tidbit: Diddy and Yung Joc are supposedly to feature on the final version of the track.

Hit or Miss?

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Feb 11, 2009
New Song: Day26 - 'Stadium Music'
posted by Sam at 2:48 AM
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As the premiere of the newest season of Making The Band draws nearer, 'Stadium Music', the lead single from Day 26's forthcoming  sophomore LP (due April 14th) surfaced today. The guys have gone on record to say that the new album will offer a much more uptempo sound, something definitely evident with this track. For all it's 'umph', the club-friendly cut kinda falls into generic territory; it's simply a matter of other artists having released similar sounding records, which, put simply, were better.

Hit or Miss?

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Jan 22, 2009
Making The Band 4 / Season 4 Trailer
posted by Sam at 7:18 AM
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Peep the trailer for the latest season of Making The Band 4. After the drama which saw two members of Danity Kane axed, Day26's so-so success and Donnie's complete and utter tanking, this season sure ought to be interesting. The trailer definitely has me anticipating what's to come. The season premiere will be February 12th on MTV (US). 

Randomness: Did anyone else notice that Shannon was nowhere to be seen?

Will you be watching the new season of Making The Band 4?

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Jul 28, 2008
Making The Band 4 / Season 3 Trailer
posted by Sam at 10:17 AM
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Check out the official trailer (albeit crappy quality) for the upcoming season of Making The Band 4 - which follows Danity Kane, Day26 and Donnie on their headlining tour across the US:

This one looks like it'll be something else. Was that Ms. Boom Kack herself I saw there? LOL...

Season premiere is August 13th on MTV.

Will you be tuning in?

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Jun 29, 2008
Day26 - 'Since You've Been Gone' Video
posted by Sam at 7:04 AM
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It appears the folk over at Bad Boy finally decided to hook Day26 up with a much needed new single in the form of 'Since You've Been Gone', the video for which premiered recently. Luckily for the guys, the song is strong enough to carry this, otherwise, run-of-the-mill clip. The Dawn (from Danity Kane) cameo was a nice touch, though. With the track being one of the strongest cuts from their self titled debut, here's hoping it fares better than first single 'Got Me Going' which peaked at #79 on the Billboard Hot 100.

What do you think of the video?

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Jun 24, 2008
Day26 Perform on 106 & Park
posted by Sam at 3:12 AM
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Yesterday, Bad Boy five-piece Day26 performed their single 'Got Me Going' on BET's 106 & Park, which aired from Los Angeles in preparation for tonight's BET Awards:

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Great performance. I was about to go off though when I realized they were performing 'Got Me Going' again, seeing they have a new single out. The 'Since You Been Gone' acapella was a nice touch, though. As reported, the video for the single will premiere on MTV this Friday.

What do you think of the performance?

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Jun 22, 2008
New Song: Day26 - 'Must Be Love'
posted by Sam at 10:19 AM
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Day26 - 'Must Be Love' An unreleased Day26 track, which is believed to be a left-over from their debut album, surfaced recently. Produced by Bryan Michael Cox, it's pretty evident why 'Must Be Love' wasn't included on their record - it's a real run-of-the-mill, uninspired slow-jam. Fortunately, Cox and the Bad Boy five-piece fare better on their other joint efforts such as 'Are We In This Together'.

In other Day26 news, the video for the guys' long-overdue second single 'Since You've Been Gone' will premiere on F'N MTV this coming Friday.

Hit or Miss?

LISTEN: Must Be Love

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Jun 5, 2008
Making The Band Clan Q92FM Interview
posted by Sam at 2:45 PM
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The Making The Band 4 clan - Danity Kane, Day26 and Donnie, stopped by The Big Phat Morning Show on Baltimore's Q92FM radio station to promote their current tour. Check out the hilarious interview below:

They all had me cracking up; Dawn's reaction to the Aundrea pregnant comment, to the 'Malaysian weaves', to Donnie and Shannon still not saying a word lol. Now all they need is to be hooked up with new singles and accompanying videos ASAP.

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