R&B

Tank has released R&B Money: The Vault, a deluxe edition of his final album. The expanded project features five new songs, including the lead single “Before We Get Started” featuring Fabolous, a top 10 hit on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart.  Speaking on R&B Money: The Vault, Tank tells Rated R&B, “The fans asked for

Grammy-winning producer Camper has teamed with Syd and Tank for his new single “I Need It.”  On the pillowy track, suitable for any lovemaking playlist, the two singers yearn for constant intimacy from their respective partners.  “Find a better reason / Why we shouldn’t lay up / Get back to freakin’ right now / All

PJ Morton will release his new album, Cape Town to Cairo, on June 14 via Morton Records / EMPIRE. The Grammy-winning singer and musician recorded the album during his month-long trip in Africa, where he visited South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana and Egypt.  The nine-track offering, which includes the lead single “Please Be Good,” features Fireboy

Chlöe’s second album is underway. The Grammy-nominated singer has announced the title of her sophomore effort, Trouble in Paradise.  Chlöe confirmed the album’s title during her Coachella set on Sunday (April 20). “So, I have an album coming out soon. I can’t tell you guys the date just yet, but the title is Trouble in Paradise

Lucky Daye has a new album on the way. The Grammy winner has announced his third album is titled Algorithm and has shared the official cover art.  The upcoming project is set to release in June via Keep Cool/RCA Records. A specific release date has not been confirmed at this time. “ALGORITHM | THE ALBUM | JUNE

Tinashe’s new single “Nasty” has landed on Billboard’s R&B Digital Song Sales chart. The flirty and confident banger debuts at No. 6 on the chart led by Muni Long’s “Made For Me” for a 12th week. “Nasty” is Tinashe’s 12 top 10 hit on the R&B Digital Song Sales chart. Here is a breakdown of

Tank has achieved another top 10 hit on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart.  His single “Before We Get Started” featuring Fabolous jumps from No. 11 to No. 8 this week. It marks Tank’s 15th top 10 hit on this chart, eight of which are No. 1 hits. Here is an overview of Tank’s top 10

Kenyon Dixon is taking his new album, The R&B You Love, on the road. The Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter has announced the dates for his The R&B You Love Tour.  The tour kicks off May 25 at the inaugural TwoGether Land Festival in Dallas, Texas. The festival will include additional performances by Summer Walker, Muni Long,

Rising singer and songwriter Inayah has released her new album, Wait, There’s More, via Inayahlator Enterprises/EMPIRE. The 10-track, genre-bending set explores the various facets of Inayah’s artistry. In the opening track, “Glory,” Inayah gives praise to her Higher Power. “Giving honor to God who’s the head of my life / I shoulda never doubted when you

Music icon Dionne Warwick and the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, will be inducted into the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.  The ceremony for music’s highest honor will stream live on Disney+ Saturday, Oct. 19, from the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio. The induction ceremony will air on ABC at

R&B superstar Chris Brown and rap icon Nicki Minaj have reunited after five years. Brown appears on Minaj’s “FTCU (Sleeze Mix),” alongside rappers Travis Scott and Sexyy Red, which is out now on Republic Records. On the club-banger track, Brown ditches his vocals for a fiery rap verse: “I shoot my shot at a b*tch,

Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Mario Winans has achieved a new award from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His 2004 single “I Don’t Wanna Know,” featuring Enya and P. Diddy, has been certified platinum, selling over one million equivalent units. The Fugees-sampled track, which features Diddy and Enya, is Winans’ first platinum certification. “Super

Mary J. Blige has released 14 albums over her illustrious career, which launched with 1992’s What’s the 411? The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul’s upcoming 15th LP may be her final. In a recent interview with People, Blige revealed she is working on new music. “I’m actually in the studio right now recording more music, and

R&B sister duo The Amours and TA Thomas have joined forces for a new song, “Pick Me Up.”  “Down on my luck / God must’ve sent you to come pick me up / Won’t hold it against you if / You’re somewhere stuck, still thinking of us / When you’ve had enough, you an come

Lucky Daye has shared his new single “Hericane,” produced by his longtime collaborator D’Mile. Speaking on the track, Daye says “This song is about being grounded in a chaotic relationship. It’s important for people to be reminded that it’s a good time to be yourself and shine. Just be grounded and fierce in who you

British singers Jaz Karis and Mahalia have teamed up for a new song, “Nice Girls,” out now via MNRK Records. The mellow, piano-laden tune the two vocalists lament about a love lost. “Nice girls, they lose / I can’t get caught up / Falling for you / When you tore my heart up / I’m

Bryson Tiller’s self-titled album has debuted on multiple Billboard charts this week. Released April 5 on RCA Records, Bryson Tiller opens at No. 2 on the Top R&B Albums chart. According to HitsDailyDouble, the album sold 39,044 equivalent units. It marks Tiller’s fourth non-holiday album to debut inside the top 5. Here’s a look at

Beyoncé’s new album, Cowboy Carter, is ground tied at No. 1 for a second week on the Billboard 200 chart. According to Billboard, Cowboy Carter sold 128,000 equivalent units in week two, a 69% drop from its first-week sales. The album debuted atop the chart with 407,000 equivalent units.  With Cowboy Carter at No. 1 for a second week,

SZA will be honored at the 53rd Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner, which takes place Thursday, June 13, at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. SZA will be presented with the Hal David Starlight Award, which recognizes “gifted young songwriters who are making a significant impact in the music