R&B

Over 20 years into her career, Alicia Keys is still reaching new heights. The 16-time Grammy winner’s stageplay, Hell’s Kitchen, has landed 13 Tony nominations, including Best Musical.  Keys posted an Instagram video of her stunned reaction to the news. Her husband, Swizz Beatz, filmed the early morning clip, and they were joined by their

Rising R&B singer Susan Carol has released her new single “Karma.” It marks her first release since signing a deal with Def Jam Recordings.  Produced by Harmony Samuels, “Karma” is a stirring kiss-off where Carol allows fate to handle her lousy ex. “I’ll let karma get you first / That’s just how it works /

R&B newcomer MaKenzie has released her debut project, A Pretty F**king Cool EP, via Warner Records. The four-track set includes the previously shared “Maybe” featuring TA Thomas, “Lips,” and “Velvet.”  “To me, A Pretty F**king Cool EP is simply: pretty f**king cool,” says MaKenzie. “It’s a small compilation of some of my first experiences writing and

Mary J. Blige is paying it forward. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul has partnered with Pepsi to launch the Pepsi x Mary J. Blige Strength of a Woman Community Fund. The $100,000 fund, available as grants, benefits local organizations whose mission is to amplify and educate marginalized women in Blige’s hometown, Yonkers, New York.  According

PARTYNEXTDOOR has returned with his new album, PARTYNEXTDOOR 4 (P4), via OVO Sound.  The 14-track set includes the previously shared songs “Her Old Friends,” “Resentment,” “Real Woman,” and “Lose My Mind.” Regarding his new album, PARTYNEXTDOOR states, “I want my fans to experience this album in a way that allows them to take exactly what they

R&B sister duo The Amours have released their official debut EP, Changes, via November Yellow. The 10-track offering, executive produced by Camper, includes the previously shared songs “Before I Met You,” “On The Run, “JK, I Love You,” and “Pick Me Up” featuring TA Thomas. The project also includes a special cameo from their mother, who

After much anticipation, Normani has returned with her new single, “1:59,” featuring rapper Gunna. Produced by Tommy Brown (Ariana Grande, Victoria Monét), “1:59” finds Normani in the wee hours looking to hook up with an old fling.  “Back on that vibe again / It’s hard to fight again / Sh*t, we can’t hide again /

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