Ama has joined forces with her label head, Brent Faiyaz, for her new single “Need It Bad,” out via ISO Supremacy / Pulse Records. The Mannyvelli and Spizledoe production captures the carnal desire to be within touch of a romantic partner. Faiyaz steers the first half of the song with longing lyrics such as, “Can
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Ty Dolla $ign has returned with his new projectGirl Music Vol. 1 via Atlantic Records. Preceded by the Leon Thomas-assisted “Miss U 2,” the six-track set hears Dolla $ign returning to his R&B-centric roots. The raspy-voiced artist said the project’s concept was born from a dinner conversation in New York City. “The DJ at the
After topping R&B radio last week, Jill Scott’s single “Pressha” rises to No. 1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart dated March 14. According to Billboard, “Pressha” moved from No. 2 to No. 1 in its eighth week on the chart, bumping Kehlani’s “Folded” from its two-week reign. “Pressha” is Scott’s first chart-topper on
Essence has announced its 2026 Essence Festival of Culture will return to New Orleans from July 3 through July 5 at the Caesars Superdome. In celebration of Women’s History Month, the company has also revealed the first wave of performers. R&B queens Brandy and Monica, who wrapped up their The Boy Is Mine Tour last
India Shawn will release her first project in four years this spring. The singer-songwriter announced her new EP,Subject to Change, will arrive May 1 via Vanta Music. Executive produced by D’Mile, who co-owns the label with engineer John Kercy,Subject to Changewill include the lead single, “Rain On Me,” available now. The hazy production, helmed by
Dave Hollister is back. The R&B veteran has released “Thought You Knew,” his first single in a decade, via Death Row Records/gamma. Produced by Soopafly and Snoop Dogg, “Thought You Knew” is a sweet reminder to a partner that the love hasn’t gone anywhere and remains intact. “I thought you knew / How I love
Welcome to Chart Brief, Rated R&B’s weekly column tracking the latest movements across R&B charts. Each week, we’ll break down and analyze the R&B artists making waves on the Billboard, radio, and streaming charts. This edition covers the charts dated April 4, 2026. Billboard Charts Adult R&B Airplay Tracks the week’s top Adult R&B hits
PJ Morton has a new album dropping just in time for summer. The Grammy-winning singer and musician has announced Saturday Night, Sunday Morning will release June 19 via Morton Records/SRG-ILS Group. The 18-track, double album will consist of one half R&B and the other gospel. “I’d always been made to choose. Growing up in church,
Daniel Caesar has earned three new RIAA awards this month. His third album,Never Enough, has been crowned gold, with 500,000 equivalent units sold in the U.S. It marks Caesar’s second project to receive an RIAA certification, following his platinum-selling debut, Freudian. Further, the bittersweet “Always” and the uplifting “Superpowers” have been certified platinum, with one
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation has unveiled its class of 2026 inductees. The names were announced Monday night by Ryan Seacrest and Hall of Famer Lionel Richie during a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-themed episode of American Idol on ABC and Disney+. Luther Vandross and Sade are among the icons who
Kehlani‘s promotional campaign for her self-titled album is cranking into high gear. The singer appeared on Amazon Music‘sIn the Paintseries to perform her Grammy-winning hit “Folded.” The performance aired during Prime Video’sNBA on Primepost-game show, following the Knicks vs Celtics match on Thursday. She was backed by four dancers as she focused on delivering vocals,
Welcome to Chart Brief, Rated R&B’s weekly column tracking the latest movements across R&B charts. Each week, we’ll break down and analyze the R&B artists making waves on the Billboard, radio, and streaming charts. This edition covers the charts dated April 25, 2026. Billboard Charts Adult R&B Airplay Tracks the week’s top Adult R&B hits
Durand Bernarr is on an immaculate run. Following his first Grammy win in February, the multifaceted entertainer has announced his fourth studio album,BERNARR., arriving May 1 via Create Music Group. “BERNARR. 05.01.26. Pre-Save Now. Link in Bio,” he posted across his socials, along with the cover art that sees him channeling the iconic, leaned-back R&B
Rated R&B is bringing you the most essential releases this week. From the traditional R&B that purists love to the boundary-pushing sounds of the alt-R&B scene, this new music roundup keeps its pulse on the essence of R&B. Dive into it below. Kehlani – Kehlani [album] After much anticipation, Kehlani has delivered her self-titled fifth
PJ Morton is hitting the road this summer. The Grammy-winning singer and musician has revealed the dates for hisSaturday Night, Sunday Morning Tour. The 30-day trek kicks off July 19 in St. Louis at the MATI Festival. From there, Morton will play across North America, visiting Memphis, Philadelphia, Boston, Washington, D.C., Toronto, and Houston. The
The cost of today’s concert tickets can be very steep, depending on who is on the bill. Live Nation has announced its Summer of Live promotion (formerly Concert Week), with discounted tickets to over 4,000 shows across the U.S. and Canada. From April 29 through May 5, fans can get $30 tickets to see their
Tone Stith is making major strides this era. His single “Fly” rises from No. 2 to No. 1 this week on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart, ending R&B group Sentury‘s one-week stay with “Forever.” Released Dec. 12, 2025, “Fly” debuted on the Adult R&B Airplay chart dated Feb. 2. It reached the top 10 on
Destin Conrad is heading back on the road. The Grammy-nominated singer has announced the dates for the second leg of his intimate jazz tour. The eight-city run kicks off July 17 in St. Louis at Music at the Intersection Festival. From there, he will play Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh and more, before wrapping up July 30
Welcome to Chart Brief, Rated R&B’s weekly column tracking the latest movements across R&B charts. Each week, we’ll break down and analyze the R&B artists making waves on the Billboard, radio, and streaming charts. This edition covers the charts dated May 2, 2026. Billboard Charts Adult R&B Airplay Tracks the week’s top Adult R&B hits
As spring continues to pave the way for summer, Bryson Tiller is bringing the heat with his new song “It’s OK.” Produced by Charlie Heat and Thurdi, “It’s OK” pairs a hard-hitting beat with Tiller’s melodic rap delivery, which he offsets with a yearning croon in the chorus. “It’s OK to tell a n***a, ‘Not