VIDEO: Ariana Grande Discusses New Album, VMAs, BIG BROTHER Frankie

In a new video from USA Today Broadway baby and pop music megastar Ariana Grande talks about the changes in her newest album. She says the new singles have a more mature sound than her previous hits. She also talks about the incredible year she has had which took her from VMA preshow to opening act. Finally, she discusses her pride in the way her brother Frankie J. Grande has handled himself on the CBS reality show "Big Brother." Watch the video.

As BroadwayWorld recently reported, Jessie J, Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande will be performing "Bang Bang" at the MTV Vide Music Awards. Also, Beyoncé is among the all-star line up for the highly anticipated 2014 MTVVIDEO MUSIC AWARDS. The entertainer is an 11-time winner for her solo work and as a member of Destiny's Child. This year, she tops all nominees with eight nods, including Video of the Year, Best Female and Best Choreography.

Also set to appear on this year's show are previously announced performers Usher,Ariana Grande, 5 Seconds of Summer and Maroon 5.

In addition, Beyonce will receive this year's Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. The honor has been previously given to Jackson, Madonna, Peter Gabriel, R.E.M., Beastie Boys, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.

The VMAs will be telecast at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Aug. 24 from The Forum in Los Angeles.

Check out BWW TV's recap of last night's "Big Brother" eviction here.

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