R&B

Grammy-nominated singer Coco Jones has released “A Timeless Christmas.” She co-wrote the original seasonal tune with Tiyon “TC” Mack (Tamar Braxton, Brandy). “A Timeless Christmas” evokes a wintry landscape where loved ones bond over holiday traditions. She richly sings, “There’s laughter in our hearts, a special kind / Sharing love and kindness in every rhyme

British R&B singer, songwriter and producer Aaron Taylor has released HAVE A NICE DAY! (Deluxe Version), an expanded edition of his EP released in May. The updated project came with two previously released songs, “For Sure” and “Back To You.” Taylor explained the former track “is about reassuring someone you love that what you have

Rising R&B singer Teenear has joined forces with fellow emerging act Ronnie V for a new holiday track, “Lonely At Christmas,” via Slip-N-Slide Records. The Donovan Paul-produced tune is a fresh take on The Emotions’ “What Do The Lonely Do At Christmas?” Ronnie V opens the song pleading to a former lover for reconciliation. “It’s

Jordin Sparks has surprised her fans with the release of her new holiday EP, The Gift of Christmas. The four-track set features Sparks’ heartwarming covers of holiday classics, including “O Come, All Ye Faithful” and “Silent Night.” The Gift of Christmas arrives in partnership with Epidemic Sound, a global music licensing company.  “I’m always open to trying

Grammy-winning singer Corinne Bailey Rae stopped by Later… with Jools Holland to perform two songs from her latest album, Black Rainbows. As part of her two-song set, Bailey Rae performed “New York Transit Queen.” The song was released as the lead single from Black Rainbows and paid tribute to Audrey Smaltz, who won the New

Grammy-nominated singer Raheem DeVaughn is back with his new EP, Fall in Love.  The project arrives just in time for cuffing season, giving listeners heart-tugging tunes to enjoy with their partners. Fall in Love includes reimagined versions of select songs from DeVaughn’s The Summer of Love, released June 21. Fall in Love includes collaborations with rappers

Janelle Monáe will receive the Spirit of Soul Award at the 2023 Soul Train Awards. The ceremony airs this Sunday, Nov. 26, at 8 p.m. ET on BET and BET Her. Monáe is being honored for their outstanding contributions to music, film, fashion, and advocacy. “Janelle is one of the most talented forces in the

R&B vocalists Tamia and Joe Thomas are teaming up for a joint tour. The upcoming trek kicks off Feb. 4, 2024, in Washington, D.C., at DAR Constitution Hall. They will make stops in major U.S. cities such as Cleveland, Ohio, and Detroit, Michigan.  According to both artists, additional tour dates will be announced at a

T-Pain will be presented the Legend Award at the 2023 Soul Train Awards, set to air Sunday, Nov. 26, at 8 p.m. ET on BET and BET Her. “When it comes to his overall approach to music as a songwriter, the genius of T-Pain stands among the most memorable and enviable in the business. He

Cleo Sol recently visited Later… with Jools Holland to perform material from her new album, Heaven. Wearing a chocolate brown two-piece outfit, the rising soul singer delivered a rousing rendition of “Airplane” with a full band. She also revisited her acclaimed 2021 set, Mother, to perform a live take of “Sunshine.” “Airplay” is lifted from

Usher’s current single “Good Good” is No. 1 for a second consecutive week on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The R&B megastar’s collaboration, which features Summer Walker and 21 Savage, ties with his previous hit, “GLU,” which spent two straight weeks atop earlier this year. Usher upped his No. 1 Adult R&B count to eight

Inayah is back. The rising singer and songwriter has released “For The Streets,” a kiss-off anthem inspired by Fantasia’s cultural hit “When I See You.” On the confrontational track, produced by BoogzDaBeast and Pyro Da God, Inayah shuns a cheater and cuts ties after she learns of his tryst. Now that Inayah knows better, she

Victoria Monét’s breakout hit “On My Mama” logs a second week at No. 1 at urban radio. The fan favorite, co-produced by D’Mile, Deputy, and Jeff “Gitty” Gitelman, was crowned Monét’s first chart-topper on any radio format last week. It also tallied her first top 10 hit at urban radio. “On My Mama,” which samples

Syleena Johnson has joined forces with actor and poet Omari Hardwick for a remix of her song “Monsters in the Closet.” On the reflective, diaristic track, Johnson opens up about her experience grappling with anxiety from past trauma and triggers, all within the context of navigating the entertainment industry.  “Don’t believe everything that you see

Ciara and Chris Brown’s single “How We Roll” is now a top 10 hit at urban radio.  The song moves from No. 11 to No. 10 this week, with 3,379 spins and garnering an audience impression of 6.6 million, according to Mediabase.  On Billboard, “How We Roll” is No. 14 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart

Mariah Carey, affectionately known as the Queen of Christmas, appeared at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday to perform her modern classic, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” Donning a white minidress with knee-high boots, the iconic singer delivered an enchanting rendition of her holiday song for the first time at an awards

Leela James has teamed up with fellow R&B singer Kevin Ross for a remix of her single “Right Back In It.”  Ross appears in the second verse and delivers ad-libs throughout the remainder of the track.  The standard version of “Right Back In It” was released as the lead single from James’ latest album, Thought U

Ne-Yo has announced the U.K. and Europe leg of his Champagne & Roses Tour. Beginning March 3, 2024, in Tilburg, Netherlands, the eight-date run will bring Ne-Yo to various U.K. and European venues, including concert halls and arenas, spanning stops in Paris, London, and more before wrapping March 14 in Birmingham, United Kingdom.  R&B singer/songwriter

Queen Naija has been awarded three new honors by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). “Karma,” the second song release of her career, has been upped to 2x multi-platinum for selling over two million equivalent units in the U.S. It achieved gold and platinum certification in April 2019 and hit No. 1 on Billboard’s

R&B singers Savannah Ré and Fana Hues have teamed up with DJ Rosegold for a new track, “Passion.”  DJ Rosegold co-wrote the song with Ambré and Ré and co-produced it with CVRE, Chillaa and Kasey Phillips. The Caribbean-flavored track is about knowing that a particular relationship won’t last long and deciding to enjoy it for