R&B

Future R&B star JayDon has released his debut EP,Me My Songs & I, via Zoo/mega/gamma. The project was executive-produced by R&B icon Usher and music mogul L.A. Reid, who co-own mega. On Me My Songs & I, the 18-year-old heartthrob’s resonant vocals soar across 10 pleasant songs that capture the bliss and blur of young

Genre-bending artist Kent Jamz, formerly of Overdoz, has released his new EP FEARvia Epic Records. The project was born from his time at a rehabilitation facility in Ojai, a small town located in Southern California. He spent two years recording it while he was trekking his way to sobriety. It includes production by K. Roosevelt,

FALLON, formerly of the R&B group Cherish, has released her new single “Papercut.” On the R&B-pop track, FALLON pulls out a first aid kit to mend the wounds of a short-lived romance. “I didn’t think that it would hurt this much,” she sings. Speaking on “Papercut,” FALLON exclusively tells Rated R&B, “A papercut is that

Jagged Edge is heading back on the road this fall. The veteran R&B group has announced the dates for theirCuffing Season Tour 2025, with special guests Lloyd and Eric Bellinger. The 17-city North American tour launches Nov. 6 in Ontario, California, at Toyota Arena. From there, the R&B gents will visit Oakland, Austin, Memphis, Miami

R&B icon Toni Braxton has partnered with Lifetime to produce and star in two movies inspired by and titled after her signature hits, “He Wasn’t Man Enough” and “Breathe Again.” First up isToni Braxton’s He Wasn’t Man Enough, set to premiere Saturday, Nov. 22, at 8 p.m. as part of the network’s Love of a

R&B veteran Anthony Hamilton has scored nearly a dozen new awards from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His 2003 hit “Charlene,” from his platinum-selling album Coming From Where I’m From, is now certified 2x platinum, with over two million equivalent units sold in the U.S. It remains Hamilton’s best-selling single to date. Meanwhile,

R&B rockstar Leon Thomas is on a roll. The Grammy winner has announced his new EP,PHOLKS, will release Oct. 24 via EZMNY Records/Motown. According to press materials, the project is “a love letter to beautiful chaos and the need to feel” that “doubles down on raw creativity following the acclaim of MUTT.” PHOLKSwill include the

After serving up The Vices this summer, Bryson Tiller ushers in autumn with Solace, the second installment of his double album Solace & The Vices. The featureless, 12-track set takes a more introspective tone compared to its predecessor. Opening with “Strife,” Tiller sings about how therapy has helped him grow and confront his shortcomings in

R&B trio Moonchild has enlisted neo-soul legend Jill Scott and rapper Rapsody for their new single “Not Sorry.” The head-nodding production bops and weaves through punchy keys and cinematic strings, setting a smooth backdrop for one to set boundaries with a lover. “I’m not your fixer / I’m not gonna spend my Saturday / Apologizing

Trevor Jackson is looking for someone who can stand ten toes down with him. The singer and actor has unleashed his new single “One Foot In,” produced by his brother Iyn Jay. Over bright acoustics, Jackson confronts a lover whose inconsistent actions keep him in the dark. “You can’t love me with one foot and

Miguel has released his new single “El Pleito” in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15). Produced by Ely Rise and Dahi, “El Pleito” — which means “the dispute” in English — “is me making peace with what change through chaos costs and saluting anyone who bets on possibility lejos de casa,” explains Miguel.

Jordan Ward has kicked off a new era with his latest single “Juicy,” produced by Michael Uzowuru, Teo Halm and Lido. On the reflective track, Ward longs to strike a balance between his professional ambitions and his personal life, with an emphasis on finding fulfillment on his own terms — preferably before succumbing to burnout.

Nearly 24 years after her tragic death, Aaliyah is still topping the charts. The R&B icon’s posthumous single “Gone,” featuring Tank, advances to the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart this week. It marks Aaliyah’s first-ever No. 1 on the Adult R&B Airplay chart and her highest reach since 1994’s “At Your

Tank has achieved a new milestone on the Billboard charts. The R&B General has collected his tenth No. 1 hit on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart with his feature on Aaliyah‘s posthumous single “Gone.” Tank now ties with Charlie Wilson and Usher for the most No. 1s on the Adult R&B Airplay among male acts.

Ari Lennox is back. The DMV native has released her new single “Vacancy,” produced by Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox. On the sultry jam, Lennox invites a love interest to occupy her precious space.“I want you to fill this vacancy / Come through, ooh baby,” she sings with a smirk. “Vacancy” follows “Soft Girl Era,”

After much anticipation, music icon Mariah Carey has returned withHere For It All, her first album in seven years, via MARIAH/gamma. The 11-track album was preceded by the bass-heavy “Type Dangerous” and the dulcet “Sugar Sweet” featuring Shenseea and Kehlani. Additional collaborators include Anderson .Paak and The Clark Sisters. OnHere For It All,Carey does what

R&B singer Tweet is back with her new single “Toot Toot,” out via SoNo Recording Group. The previously unreleased track, originally intended for 2005’s It’s Me Again, will appear on her upcoming album Memoirs of a Southern Hummingbird. On “Toot Toot,” Tweet bids farewell to a love interest whose true colors are anything but bright,

Grammy-winning singer Daniel Caesar has tapped indie folk band Bon Iver for his new single “Moon.” It will appear on his forthcoming album,Son of Spergy, which releases Oct. 24 via Hollace/Republic Records. Over a hushed production, comforted by soft guitar and delicate piano, Caesar looks inward and outward as he contemplates everything from longing to

Pop-rap star Doja Cat and alt-R&B phenomenon SZA have teamed up for another collaboration, “Take Me Dancing.” The slick groove, produced by Jack Antonoff, Gavin Bennett and Y2K, appears on Doja Cat’s fifth album,Vie, out today (Sept. 26) via Kemosabe Records/RCA Records. On “Take Me Dancing,” Doja Cat and SZA sing of a romance that

Longtime collaborators Tiara Thomas and H.E.R. have joined forces for a new song, “Move,” out now via ONErpm. The two Oscar and Grammy winners co-wrote the track, with production by Non Native and Luis Bordeaux. “Move” is a downtempo anthem laden with encouraging lyrics about setting boundaries and walking away from people and spaces that