R&B

Jhené Aiko is back with a new song, “Sun/Son.”  The ethereal track, produced by the late AUGUST 08 and Derex Williams, is an ode to Aiko and Big Sean’s son, born in 2022. “My solar power, I’m so in love (Sun son, sun son) / You chargе me up, you charge me up,” Aiko softly

Rising R&B singer Destin Conrad has teamed up with Alex Isley for his new single “Same Mistake,” which they co-wrote the track with Astyn.  Produced by Louie Lastic, “Same Mistake” is a downcast ballad that captures the final moments of a relationship. In the opening verse, Conrad addresses an inconsistent love interest who seems to

Jorja Smith will be making an appearance in the Metaverse. Meta Quest has announced the British singer will perform a concert in Music Valley, a virtual music festival experience in Horizon Worlds. Smith’s show, in partnership with iHeartRadio, is set for Monday, Jan. 15, at 5 p.m. PT. Fans can tune in to the free

“You remind me of that old-school loving, baby no, I’m not bluffing,” Kenya Vaun sings on her new single “Used To,” out now on 300 Entertainment.  The song’s enchanting lyrics, underscored by euphoric production that samples Billy Stewart’s “Sitting in the Park,” serve as a heartwarming love letter to her partner. Throughout the song, Vaun

Award-winning singer and actress Fantasia has unleashed the video for her song “SUPERPOWER (I).” In the poignant visual, directed by Taylor Fauntleroy, Fantasia reconnects with her 19-year-old self through AI technology courtesy of Metaphysic, a generative AI company. The 39-year-old sings the stirring tune to her younger self, wearing the same red dress she wore

British-Nigerian singer Shaé Universe is kicking off 2024 with a self-love anthem, “What’s Luv?” On the self-penned track, produced by Fred Cox, Shaé gives herself a pep talk on the importance of self-compassion, especially within the context of a relationship. “I’m willing to lose everything to find myself / If that would help / Me

Teairra Marí has returned with her new single “Take Me Out.”  On the track, Marí longs for her partner to spend more quality time with her outside the house. She points out how the early moments of their relationship were filled with dates that have decreased over time.  “You gotta take me out / Once

Mary J. Blige is celebrating her birthday (Jan. 11) with a new video. The R&B icon has released a visual for “Gone Forever” featuring Remy Ma and DJ Khaled. On the no-nonsense anthem, Blige asserts to a love interest that she is not going to entertain anyone who toys with her heart.  “‘Cause when a

Jhené Aiko’s 2014 single “The Worst” has achieved a new award from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).  The Fisticuffs-produced tune is now certified 5x platinum for selling over five million equivalent units. The song is now halfway to diamond status, which is awarded to songs that achieve 10 million equivalent units.  “The Worst”

Ciara continues to make her presence known in the fashion world. The Grammy-winning star has teamed with bebe for a fall ’24 capsule collection. Under the newly minted partnership, Ciara will serve as creative director and will be the face of the national campaign.  According to press materials, the collection “will include deliveries for both

Progressive R&B singer serpentwithfeet has returned with “Safe Word,” his first music release of 2024.  Produced by serpentwithfeet and the collective I Like That, “Safe Word” is a deep exploration of intimacy in the bedroom where two partners are enveloped in each other’s love, all while ensuring a sense of security.  “Choke me now, f**k

Houston-based R&B singer Jack Freeman has released his new single “U N D R E S S.”  Bryan-Michael Cox produced the steamy bedroom jam and co-wrote it with fellow hitmaker Adonis Shropshire (Usher, Mariah Carey, Ciara) and Freeman.  Over an alluring production, Freeman sings: “It’s the way that you look / That’s got me excited

Alicia Keys and her husband Kasseem Dean, better known as Swizz Beatz, are among the honorees of The Gordon Parks Foundation’s Annual Awards Dinner. The ceremony will take place Tuesday, May 21, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.  The power couple, who have co-chaired the Gordon Parks Foundation Awards gala for a decade,

Emerging vocalist Norelle pays tribute to Sade Adu ahead of the legendary singer’s 65th birthday (Jan. 16) with a cover of “Like a Tattoo.”  Norelle’s reimagined version of the Sade classic was produced by Romero Mosley and Iyeball, with Keyon Harrold on the horns and Eric Nicholas on the keys.  Regarding her “Like a Tattoo”

Mary J. Blige, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, will be honored at the 2024 Urban One Honors with the Entertainment Icon Honor. The ceremony airs Sunday, Feb. 25, at 8 p.m. ET on TV One and simulcast on CLEO TV. “Urban One is thrilled to honor the incomparable Mary J. Blige as our 2024 Entertainment

J. Valentine has returned with his new single “Before The Streets,” which he co-wrote with the song’s producer Shawn Holmes and Feather.  “Before The Streets” delicately speaks to a floating woman who hasn’t received the attention she deserves from a man. J. Valentine wants to reset her mind with positive appreciation before she goes down

Mary J. Blige’s chart domination is still going strong. Her Vado-assisted single “Still Believe In Love” is No. 1 for a third week on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart.  The Mtume-sampled song now shares the term with Blige’s 2017 track “U + Me (Love Lesson)” for spending three weeks atop this chart. Five out of

Eric Bellinger is wasting no time sharing new music in 2024. The Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter has issued his new single, “La Perla.” It was produced by KP Wentworth (Tone Stith, Keke Palmer) and B HAM (Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj). Named after the luxury lingerie brand, “La Perla” finds Bellinger seranding his woman in the

After a brief hiatus, R&B veteran Tank hinted at his return to music in 2024 via an Instagram post on his birthday (Jan. 1). Tank shared a video of him doing a series of workouts in the gym before receiving a suit from a professional woman (played by Natasha Marc) with the caption “I’m Back.”

Sampha has announced the extension of his Lahai Tour to include North America. The new leg kicks off March 26 in Miami, Florida, and concludes April 14 in Vancouver, British Columbia, with stops in Boston, Denver, and Seattle in between. Before that, Sampha will perform in New Zealand and Australia from mid-February to early March.