R&B

Tank is hitting the road this spring on his headlining R&B Money Tour. The R&B general has unveiled the dates for the trek, which will see support from fellow R&B vets Keri Hilson and Carl Thomas.  The 25-city U.S. tour kicks off May 10 at The Fillmore in New Orleans. From there, the R&B singers will visit

R&B upstart Chase Shakur has released The Stunt-Man Pack, a two-track EP, via Def Jam Recordings. According to press materials, The Stunt-Man Pack is a first taste of what fans can expect from his debut album, Wonderlove, set to release later this year. Shakur opens with “Yolanda,” a breezy bop produced by Daniel Barrett and

Chris Brown has achieved a new milestone on Spotify. His 2019 single “No Guidance,” featuring Drake, has reached one billion streams on the platform. The Grammy-nominated track is Brown’s second song to achieve this feat on Spotify. Brown’s sleeper hit “Under the Influence” was the first single to cross the billion mark last September. As

Nearly two years after releasing his final album, Tank has returned with a new single, “Before We Get Started,” featuring Fabolous. On the suave track, Tank woos a wary love interest, assuring her that he will handle her with care.  “And before we get started / I know your heart is guarded, I know, ooh

Trevor Jackson has returned with his new EP, Heads Up, via his Born Art label.  The four-song set includes the previously shared titular track, which he delivered in February. Spanning 12 minutes, Heads Up is doused with catchy songs that explore sexual themes. Among the highlights is the Malaika Terry-assisted “All The Way,” a bass-heavy banger that sees

Chris Brown has revealed the official tracklist for his 11:11 (Deluxe), which releases April 11 via RCA Records. The expanded edition contains 13 new tracks, bumping the album to 35 tracks in total. According to a social media post by Brown, there will be a few featured guests, including Bryson Tiller, Joyner Lucas, Tee Grizzley and

Rising R&B trio FLO is strutting into a new era with their new single, “Walk Like This.” On the balmy track, Jorja, Stella and Renée, sing about how intimate moments with their respective partners help put a pep into their step.  “There’s a reason I walk like this / My baby, he be lovin’ on

Tyla has canceled her debut tour’s North American leg due to an injury. The rising South African singer shared the announcement in a letter to her fans on Instagram.  “As much as this is something I would rather have dealt with privately, it’s important that I share what I have to share with you today. For

Legendary R&B group New Edition has added more dates to their residency at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas.  The six new shows will take place throughout July. “We’re coming back in July, y’all! Tell your family, tell your friends…New Edition is just getting started on the Strip!” shared New Edition member Michael Bivins. Presale

SZA has achieved a new streaming milestone.  The Grammy winner’s 2020 single, “Good Days,” has surpassed one billion streams on Spotify. It’s the second song from its parent album, SOS, to achieve this feat, following the Billboard Hot 100 chart-topper, “Kill Bill.”  “Good Days” is SZA’s fifth song—including features—to cross the billion mark on Spotify. Her

Tinashe visited Vevo Studio in Los Angeles to perform “Tightrope.” Back by a two-man band and a duo of background singers, Tinashe delivered an exceptional rendition of the BB/ANG3L closing track. Tinashe’s performance for Vevo follows her 20-minute BB/ANG3L Experience, which she “conceptualized, choreographed, and executed in 10 days.” Tinashe. (Photo Credit: Raven B Varona) As indicated

As SiR gears up to release his fourth album, Heavy, on March 22 via Top Dawg Entertainment, the R&B heartthrob has unveiled the official cover art and tracklist.  The minimalistic cover, photographed by Ro.Lexx, shows the Inglewood, California, native standing shirtless against a blue-gray backdrop. The artwork is somewhat reminiscent of 2015’s Seven Sundays, except this is

With winter slowly fading away, festival season is on the horizon. For R&B fans looking for music festivals to attend this year in the U.S., Rated R&B has you covered. From coast to coast, these festivals will showcase R&B talent, ranging from chart-topping headliners to budding artists on the cusp of stardom — and everything

Jade Novah has returned with her third album, Where Have I Been?  In the hour-long set, Novah invites listeners into her introspective world, where she embarks on a soul-searching voyage. The 24-track album is threaded with dramatized interludes that help add nuance to the overarching story. “It’s a concept album that feels like a storytelling podcast

Emerging alt-R&B artist 4Batz has released his new single “act iii: on god? (she like),” produced by SSEVABEATS. On the somber track, the Dallas native faces the harsh reality of a love interest who doesn’t see herself aligned with him.  4Batz sings in the chorus: “She like, ‘Boy, go find someone, find someone you love’

Chlöe is back. The Grammy-nominated singer has released her new single “FYS” via Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records. On the sultry jam, Chlöe tells a love interest she isn’t concerned about his material possessions; instead, she’s enamored by who he is as a person. “F**k your, your status, it don’t matter / Money, cars and

Kenyon Dixon has released his EP, The R&B Love: Soul of the ’70s. It’s the first of multiple installments of the deluxe version of his latest album, The R&B You Love.  “These installments of the deluxe are super intentional,” Dixon tells Rated R&B. “I’m such a fan of the music that got us here. I always

After much anticipation, Eric Bellinger has released his new album The Rebirth 3: The Party & The Bedroom.  The two-disc set consists of 24 tracks, including the previously shared “All For Me,” “La Perla,” “Find Someone” and “Gang Slide” featuring Mozzy. The album includes additional features from Ne-Yo, Ty Dolla $ign, Sevyn Streeter, Queen Naija, Tone

Toronto native Shantel May has teamed with New York rapper Lola Brooke for her new single “Love It Here.” It’s May’s first release since signing with MNRK Music Group.  “Love It Here,” produced by SK and K-Major, samples The Isley Brothers‘ classic “Footsteps in the Dark.” On the smooth track, May sings about a love

Charlotte Day Wilson has revealed the dates for her headlining Cyan Blue Tour.  The 13-city North American trek begins May 15 at Neumos in Seattle, Washington. From there, Wilson will make stops in Vancouver, Los Angeles, Houston, Washington, D.C., Boston and more. The tour will conclude at History in Toronto, Ontario.  Tickets go on sale Friday,