R&B

Emerging alt-R&B singer RealestK and teamed with rapper BIA for his new song “It’s You.” It’s the latest offering from his forthcoming EP, Real World, out Oct. 20 on Columbia Records. On the endearing track, RealestK professes his feelings to a potential love interest. “Baby, I know that you know, that I notice / All of all

Janelle Monáe isn’t done popping bottles. The Grammy winner has recruited rappers Quavo and Latto for the official remix of “Champagne Sh*t.” Production-wise, “Champagne Sh*t” is a similar story to the original edit, with newly-added ad-libs from Quavo nestled behind Monáe’s vocals. Quavo spits braggadocious bars about celebrating his self-made wealth and sparing no expense

Vedo is intentionally consistent. Since 2019, the singer and songwriter has released at least one project per year, including a collaborative project with producer OG Parker (While You Wait, 2022). In January, Vedo released his Mood Swings album, which featured his Chris Brown-assisted single “Do You Mind.” Now, the platinum-selling artist is back with 7,

Ten years ago this month (Oct. 15), Mary J. Blige released her first holiday album, A Mary Christmas. The R&B icon has reissued the album with a special 10th anniversary edition. A Mary Christmas (Anniversary Edition) features all the original songs from the standard version, plus four additional tracks, including “Winter Wonderland” and “Silent Night.”

Ms. Lauryn Hill has announced new dates for the Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 25th Anniversary Tour. According to a post on social media from Hill, the award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer will be touring with her Fugees collaborators, Wyclef Jean and Pras, for an additional 10 shows. The North American leg begins Oct. 13 at

Love can sometimes be tested. Jawan x Tiffany, the R&B duo made up of Jawan Harris and Tiffany Evans, are having their romance tried on their new single “Issues.” It was produced by Chris King (Bryson Tiller, Young Dolph).  In the slow jam, Jawan expresses his frustration with his partner for bringing up past issues they’ve

Tems is back. The Grammy-winning and Oscar-nominated singer/songwriter makes a return with her new song “Me & U.” It was written by Tems and produced in collaboration with Guiltybeatz. “Give me one break, I need faith / Faith to believe you / Faith to receive you / Give me something I’m lacking / I don’t

Love can sometimes be tested. Jawan x Tiffany, the R&B duo made up of Jawan Harris and Tiffany Evans, are having their romance tried on their new single “Issues.” It was produced by Chris King (Bryson Tiller, Young Dolph).  In the slow jam, Jawan expresses his frustration with his partner for bringing up past issues they’ve

Rising R&B singer Arin Ray has announced his new project, Phases III, will release Oct. 20 via Interscope Records.  The upcoming project is the third installment of Ray’s Phases EP series, which began in 2016. He returned in 2019 with Phases II, which includes his Kehlani-assisted track “Change.”  Ray’s Phases III EP is said to be “his most mature and playful

Tamar Braxton has achieved two new awards from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).  Her 2013 single “All the Way Home” is now certified platinum for selling over one million equivalent units. The soul-stirring ballad, produced by The Underdogs, was released as the third single from Braxton’s second album, Love and War.  The album’s second

Genre-bending act Luh Kel has released his new single, “You The One,” produced by JSHB and Nimorii. Over a hard-hitting production, Luh Kel professes his feelings to a love interest, asserting they are the perfect match. “It’s something about you, girl, that’s different when you with me / I can tell that you the one,”

Grammy-winning singer Miguel has unveiled the official video for his single “Give It To Me.”  Bradley J. Calder (SZA, Tinashe) directed the dark and sensual clip, which co-stars Juliana Nalu. The video “explores feelings of flirtation, desire, intrigue, chemistry and how they tend to draw two people together.” “Give It To Me” is the lead

The 2023 MTV EMA nominees have been revealed. Alt-R&B star SZA is among this year’s nominees with six nods, including Best Song for her smash hit “Kill Bill.” She follows behind pop sensation Taylor Swift, who has seven nominations. Global superstar Beyoncé is up for Best Live. Her nomination comes just days after concluding her

Bryson Tiller is officially a diamond-selling artist. The Louisville, Kentucky, native’s debut single “Don’t” has sold 10 million equivalent units, according to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).  Tiller first released “Don’t” on SoundCloud in 2014. After garnering 35 million streams on the platform, Tiller landed a deal with RCA Records and commercially released

Emerging R&B singer and songwriter Grace Weber has released her sophomore album, Paperflower.  The 11-track offering includes the previously shared songs “Lonely,” “Intimate” and “Do4Me.”  “Paperflower is an album that represents my time living in Los Angeles the past four years and the love I’ve experienced with my husband, my friends, and the community of

Chris Brown is officially in a new era of music. The R&B star is gearing up to release his 11th album via RCA Records. Brown’s forthcoming album will follow his 2022 effort, Breezy. The album debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 chart. Breezy (Deluxe) earned Brown a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Album

Alternative R&B duo Majid Jordan (Majid Al Maskati and Jordan Ullman) has announced a headlining world tour, Good People Live. The North American leg begins Nov. 26 at Vogue Theatre in Vancouver, British Columbia. It will hit Seattle, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Boston, before wrapping Dec. 16 at HISTORY in Toronto. In early February 2024,

Rising singer-songwriter Rob Milton has released “More Fire,” a new single featuring fellow R&B act Tahjere, the daughter of legendary singer Faith Evans. It was produced by frequent collaborator Dana Johnson (Avery*Sunshine, Eric Roberson). Milton starts the mellow tune with his heartfelt declaration that he feels something stirring within him when he’s with his partner.

Mahalia has unveiled the dates for the North American leg of her headlining In Real Life Tour.  The 25-city trek begins Feb. 20, 2024, at The Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, British Columbia. From there, the British singer will make stops in Seattle, San Fransisco, Los Angeles, Denver, Houston, Atlanta, Philadelphia and New York. The North

Emerging singer and songwriter Ivory Scott has joined forces with Queen Naija for his new single “My Mind.” It was co-produced by OG Parker and Romano.  On the devotional track, Scott and Naija trade verses about being swept away by love. “You blow my mind / You could never be no side piece / You’re