R&B

Vedo has released his new song “Pull Over” to kick off the new year. The steamy track was produced by Bridge (Mary J. Blige, Raiche, K. Michelle) and John Scherer (Arin Ray, Trey Songz, Baby Rose). On the sensual tune, Vedo feels aroused in the car with his wife and requests a pitstop to act

Gladys Knight and Donna Summer are among the artists who will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Recording Academy’s upcoming Special Merit Ceremony. According to the Recording Academy, this honor is bestowed upon those who “during their lifetimes, have made creative contributions of outstanding artistic significance to the field of recording.” “The Academy is

Rising singer Kyle Dion has returned with his new single “Hang Me Out to Dry,” which he co-wrote and co-produced with Michael “Miko” Simard and Soran Dussainge. On the somber track, Dion finds himself emotionally drained from dealing with unrequited love.  “You hang me out to dry / Like I don’t mean nothing to you

The Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival 2024 lineup has been unveiled. The two-day festival will return to Hard Rock Stadium Saturday, March 9, and Sunday, March 10, in Miami Gardens, Florida. Day one, hosted by comedian Jess Hilarious, will feature performances by Summer Walker, Jazmine Sullivan, Davido, Kirk Franklin, Omarion, Tink and Eric Bellinger.

Musical duo Louis York, composed of Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony, has announced their new song with Tamia, “Three Little Words.” The duet will release Jan. 12 via Louis York’s Weirdo Workshop label.  Louis York first teased their collaboration with Tamia in mid-December. They posted a behind-the-scenes video of them in the studio with the

Mary J. Blige is starting 2024 with a new award from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). “Good Morning Gorgeous,” the title track of her 14th album, is now certified gold. The confident anthem has sold over 500,000 equivalent units. It marks Blige’s first RIAA certification update as a lead act since 2013’s A

Tamia and Joe have announced additional dates for their upcoming joint tour.  Their spring tour, which launches Feb. 9 in Washington, D.C., will now see a second stop in the same city for Valentine’s Day. They will also make additional stops in Oakland, California; Atlantic City, New Jersey; and Chicago, Illinois, to name a few. 

Ciara’s current single “How We Roll” with Chris Brown continues its climb on Billboard. The midtempo banger moves from No. 11 to No. 9 this week on the Rhythmic Airplay chart. It’s Ciara’s first top 10 hit on this chart in 16 years and her 10th top 10 overall. As for Brown, it’s his 52nd

Urban One has unveiled the honorees for its 2024 Urban One Honors. The star-studded ceremony will be taped Saturday, Jan. 20, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the Coca-Cola Roxy. It will air Sunday, Feb. 25, at 8 p.m. ET on TV One. Music icon Dionne Warwick will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. Warwick’s six-decade career includes

Rising singer and songwriter UMI has teamed up with K-pop artist V of BTS for her latest track, “wherever u r.” On the gentle track, UMI and V sing about their interests, keeping them close even when they’re apart. Discussing the new song, UMI declares it as a dedication to “all people with loved ones

Deputy suspects that his appearance at the 66th Grammy Awards will be a day of appreciation. The producer already has it all mapped out. “I’m probably going to be somewhere with a stylist to make sure the fit is right. An afterparty, for sure,” Deputy shares with Rated R&B over Zoom. “But, for the most

French-Caribbean singer, songwriter and bassist Adi Oasis has announced dates for her headlining world tour. The upcoming trek begins Feb. 24 at Le Poisson Rouge in New York City. The North American leg will resume in April, making additional stops in San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland and Seattle. The tour will continue in

Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter MAJOR. has unveiled the official video for his single “Joy in the Battle.”  The video features MAJOR., dressed in a floral shirt and green fedora, cheerfully singing the uplifting anthem, as some of the lyrics are displayed, along with other animations. “I do my best to sing and speak from experience,

The-Dream and Halle Bailey are among the songwriters whose songs from The Color Purple have been shortlisted for Best Original Song at the 96th Oscars. Fantasia’s “Superpower (l),” which was the film’s end credits song, is in the running for one of the five nomination slots. The song was written and produced by The-Dream, who

Rising R&B singer Keedron Bryant has returned with his new single “Faithful.” On the Vidal Davis-produced track, Bryant professes his devotion to a love interest.  “I promise to be faithful / ‘Cause that is what you deserve / Girl, I give you my word / Faithful / ‘Cause that is what love requires / You’re

Mary J. Blige is finishing the year with a new hit on Billboard. Her single “Still Believe In Love” featuring Vado advances to No. 1 in its ninth week on the Adult R&B Airplay chart. “Still Believe In Love” scoots Usher’s “Good Good” featuring Summer Walker and 21 Savage to No. 2 after leading last

Usher has unveiled the official video for his duet with H.E.R., “Risk It All.” Directed by Dave Meyers, the stunning visual captures Usher and H.E.R. in their undergarments as they’re on a turntable surrounded by a troupe of interpretive dancers similarly clad. “Risk It All” is the second single from The Color Purple soundtrack, following Alicia Keys’

Brandy performed “Someday at Christmas” on ABC’s Good Morning America on Friday (Dec. 22) to spread holiday cheer as Christmas approaches. Sitting on a stool against a cozy seasonal backdrop, the legendary singer, dressed in white, warmed the hearts of those in the studio and at home with her toasty vocals. This is Brandy’s second

Emerging R&B group WanMor has released their version of “Please Don’t Go” by Boyz II Men.  The quartet — composed of real-life brothers Big Boy, Chulo, Tyvas, and Rocco — delivers a stellar vocal performance of the pleading ballad. (Wanya Morris of the legendary group is the father of the members of WanMor.) “Please Don’t