R&B

There is power in stillness. Sometimes, we must pause and quiet the noise around us to find clarity within ourselves. Genre-pushing artist J.P.’s new EP, Took A Turn, was created during a moment of stillness after having a turbulent 2024 with highs and lows. “Long story short, I went through some personal things in my

For The Amours, sisterhood extends beyond blood. It’s why the duo, sisters Jakiya Ayanna and Shaina Aisha, are joined by 10 other women in the cover art for their debut album, Girls Will Be Girls. “We have a sisterhood to death do us part, but because we are girls’ girls, we wanted that to be

Dvsn has officially kicked off a new era. The R&B duo, consisting of vocalist Daniel Daley and producer Nineteen85, has released their new single “Excited” and the B-side “Love On You” via So So Def/HYBE America. “Excited” is a bedroom-ready slow jam that samples Floetry’s “Say Yes.” Here, Daley can’t tame the intoxicating rush his

Ella Mai has returned with her new single “Tell Her” via 10 Summers/Interscope Records. On the Mustard production, Mai wants assurance from her partner that he can profess his love and devotion to her, especially as his ex keeps crossing boundaries. “But if your ex think she can call your phone / You better tell

It’s the dawn of a new chapter for K. Michelle. The Memphis-born singer and songwriter has released her highly anticipated country single “Jack Daniel’s” via Real Outlawz Records/BBR Music Group. On the Kristian Bush and Jeff Balding production, K. Michelle — a.k.a. Puddin — sings about the comfort her favorite whiskey brings when love disappoints.

Rising R&B sensation Destin Conrad takes a detour into jazz with his new album, wHIMSY,out via EMPIRE. The experimental jazz project includes contributions from Terrace Martin, James Fauntleroy, Keyon Harrold, Vanisha Gould, Ambré, Louie Lastic, Mack Keane, Austin Brown, Astyn Turr and more. “wHIMSY is an off the cuff, free idea, that is my passion

Ciara has more in her goodies bag. The Grammy-winning singer has released CiCi (Deluxe), an expanded version of her eighth studio album. The deluxe edition features four bonus tracks, including the previously shared “Ecstasy (Remix)” with Normani and Teyana Taylor. “Teyana and Normani are true trailblazers, and their voices brought something really special to ‘Ecstasy,’”

Legendary R&B group 112 has unveiled the dates for theRoom 112 Tourto celebrate their 30-year career. Powered by Live Nation Urban, the tour kicks off Nov. 5 at Akron Civic Theatre in Akron, Oklahoma. From there, the group — consisting of founding members Slim and Mike –will visit Detroit, Brooklyn, Houston, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C.

R&B legend Johnny Gill has returned with “One Night,” his first single in six years, via SRG-ILS/Virgin Group. On the pillow-soft production, helmed by Gregg Pagani, who co-wrote the track with Francesca Richard, Gill seeks to mend things with his partner through a night of passion between the sheets. “Gimme all that pressure / Sex

Jae Stephens doubles down on herSELLOUT era with SELLOUT II,the sequel to her 2024 breakout EP, out via Raedio/Def Jam. This time, the singer-songwriter applies even more pressure, keeping her foot on the gas as she speeds down the R&B-pop lane with no signs of slowing down. After revving up fans with ’80s-stamped bop “SMH”

Tori Kelly and Lucky Daye have joined forces for a new song “Make a Baby,” producedby Jeff “Gitty” Gitelman, MarcLo and Mike Baretz. The two vocalists flutter over a sweeping production, grounded by a smooth bassline and steady drums, as they express a desire to expand a love into a family. “Making the complicated easy

Teyana Taylor has returned with her fourth album, Escape Room, via Def Jam Recordings. The cinematic project features an all-star cast of narrators, including Taraji P. Henson, Sarah Paulson, La La, Niecey Nash, Tash Smith, Jodie Turner-Smith, Issa Rae, Kerry Washington, and Regina King. There are also collaborations with Jill Scott, Tyla, Lucky Daye and

Mariah The Scientist is back with her new album Hearts Sold Separately via Epic Records. Executive produced by Nineteen85 of dvsn, the project includes her breakout hit “Burning Blue” and the Kali Uchis-assisted “Is It a Crime.” With ’80s R&B sensibilities running through the 10-track set, Mariah The Scientist wields her pen with precision as

Leela James has released her new EP2BHONESTvia SheSangz Music/BMG. The six-track offering, produced by Rex Rideout, was preceded by the singles “Right On Time” and “Honest.” “This project is about freedom — the freedom to feel, to break down, to rebuild, and most importantly, to be honest with yourself,” says James. “We live in a

R&B balladeer Kem keeps the romance burning in his new single “Rock With Me,” out now. “We live in a strange world till the darkness falls forever / Baby, let’s be the dawn / When it feels like it’s taking over me / You’re making me stronger,” he sings on the Rex Rideout production. Speaking

As Daniel Caesar prepares to releaseSon of Spergythis fall, the Grammy winner has unveiled his new track “Call On Me.” It was co-produced by Caesar, Jordan Evans, Matthew Burnett and Rami Dawod, who all co-wrote it along with Isaac Sterling. On the track, the distorted guitar is smoothened with a reggae-tinged rhythm, while Caesar sings

Leela James keeps it all the way real on her new single “Honest.” Over a velvety bassline, produced by Rex Rideout, James revels in her significant other’s love and can never get enough of it. “Ooh, if I’m being honest / You could never love me too much / Too much just ain’t enough,” she

British R&B veteran Craig David has returned with his ninth album, Commitment, via Believe UK. The 13-track album was preceded by the singles “In Your Hands,” “SOS,” “Commitment” featuring Tiwa Savage, “Wake Up,” “In It With You” featuring JoJo and “Rain.” The latter track, released Aug. 4, was co-written by David, Talay Riley and its

Leon Thomas celebrates the one-year anniversary of his breakout hit “Mutt” with the release of “Mutt (Live From NPR’s Tiny Desk).” He performed the live rendition during his nearly 20-minute Tiny Desk set, which premiered in February. The Grammy-winning artist took to Instagram to reflect on his journey and the song’s success within the past

Mariah Carey‘s single “Type Dangerous” ascends from No. 2 to No. 1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart dated Aug. 16. The Anderson .Paak-produced track sends Kevin Ross‘ “Love in the Middle” down to No. 4 after commanding the chart for three nonconsecutive weeks. It tallies Carey’s third No. 1 on the Adult R&B