R&B

Emerging singer Idman has announced that her debut project, Risk, releases July 14 via Artista Records. “I’m so excited to tell this story in full, contextualized and all,” says Idman. “I’m honored to get to have this body of work be my introduction to folks – it all happened in the exact right way and

Singer Normani has teased the release of her new single “Candy Paint,” partnering with Bose, a premium audio solutions company, to promote it. Normani discussed her creative process in a one-minute ad, emphasizing her pursuit of perfection in all aspects of her work, including music and choreography for the accompanying visuals. Throughout the ad, she

R&B superstar Usher has scored his seventh No. 1 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart, as “GLU” overtakes the top slot during the week of June 24. It’s Usher’s third consecutive chart leader following “Don’t Waste My Time” featuring Ella Mai and “Bad Habits” in 2020. “GLU,” co-produced by Lil Jon, Sean Garrett and The

Fledgling soul singer Devon Gilfillian has shared “All I Really Wanna Do (Sunset Mix),” the second alternate version of his bubbling hit “All I Really Wanna Do.” Camper (Coco Jones, Brandy) produced the updated edit that drifts over an undulating arrangement, wistful keys and fluctuating bass. Gilfillian’s expression of pure joy when spending time with

Usher has secured another No. 1 on R&B radio, as “GLU” becomes the most played song on the format this week. This marks his first time topping this list since it was renamed from urban adult contemporary radio (urban AC) and his first time at the top since “Bad Habits” in 2020. “GLU” arrived earlier

Oscar and Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter DIXSON is bringing renewed attention to his 004DAISY EP with a video for “Only-1.” In collaboration with Khairi Christopher, DIXSON co-directed this monochrome video featuring interpretive dancing by four talented dancers. Juel D. Lane provided directorial assistance, as well as choreographing the visual. Although DIXSON doesn’t appear in the video, the

Singer Normani has teased the release of her new single “Candy Paint,” partnering with Bose, a premium audio solutions company, to promote it. Normani discussed her creative process in a one-minute ad, emphasizing her pursuit of perfection in all aspects of her work, including music and choreography for the accompanying visuals. Throughout the ad, she

Grammy winner Melanie Fiona will hit the road this summer at venues across the U.S. The run launches June 18 at a Juneteenth Celebration at Gilman Park in San Francisco, California. R&B group Ruff Endz will also perform at the free event that requires reservations through eventbrite.com. Fiona is set to perform on the third

Maeta has unveiled the music video for “Questions,” the Kaytranada-produced track from her latest project When I Hear Your Name. The Child-directed visual finds Maeta enjoying a comfortable life with her partner at an RV park. She can be seen spinning around with her walkman near their travel trailer and also giving her man a

Ambré is back with her latest project, who’s loving you? on Roc Nation Records. The EP arrives just a day before the one-year anniversary of her 3000° EP. Who’s loving you? is a compact album that consists of five tracks. Rising singer Mack Keane appears on “Elevate,” a narcotic jam where the two sing about

Grammy winner Ella Mai has added five new RIAA certifications to her stacked collection. “Not Another Love Song,” the lead single from her sophomore album, Heart On My Sleeve, has sold more than one million equivalent units and is now certified platinum. It first went gold in June 2021. Mai’s song “DFMU” has hit the

Shay Lia has another tune for her fans to enjoy. The Djiboutian-French singer dropped her second song of the year, “SOLO.” In the reggae-inspired track, Lia asserts her independence after being mistreated by an uncaring partner who did not appreciate her value. She has no intention of reconciling and is focused on moving forward without

Coco Jones is among the first artists announced to perform at the 2023 BET Awards, set to air live Sunday, June 25, at 8 p.m. ET from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California.  Jones, whose breakthrough hit “ICU” remains No. 1 for a fourth consecutive week on Billboard’s Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, received three

Asiahn bubbles back to the New Music Friday surface with “Do Bad,” her first song release in nearly two years. It was produced by Supah Mario, who has worked with artists such as Tink and Josh Levi. “Do Bad” is an anthem of self-reliance, reminding those who have had people come and go in their

The wait is over. Kiana Ledé has returned with her sophomore album, Grudges, via The Heavy Group/Republic Records. The 17-track album arrives three years after the release of her debut album, KIKI (Deluxe).  Grudges includes features from Bryson Tiller, Khalid and Ella Mai. The latter act appears on the second single, “Jealous,” which Ledé unveiled

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! has announced the lineup for its Juneteenth UNITYFEST Concert. R&B singers Joe and Stokley are set to perform at the free event on Saturday, June 17, at Lena Horne Bandshell in Prospect Park in Brooklyn, New York.  Stokley will kick off the show, which begins at 7 p.m. The legendary singer, who

Strength of a Woman is a comeback album from Mary J. Blige, who had proven herself indestructible after taking a few devastating blows to her unbreakable armor, from financial struggles and the ill-advised Burger King commercial to an insufferable marriage. “I was already in a place where I was growing strong, but I was not

The Made In America Festival 2023 lineup has been unveiled. The two-day event returns to Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on Sept. 2 and Sept. 3. SZA and Lizzo are this year’s headliners. The two acts have a “Special” collaboration that’s No. 5 this week on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The song is

The revival of the popular 1975 Broadway production, The Wiz, has attracted new stars to join the cast. R&B veteran Deborah Cox has been announced to play the role of Glinda, the Good Witch of the South. The original production of The Wiz featured Dee Dee Bridgewater, while Lena Horne played the same role in

The Recording Academy is expanding the general field for the 66th Grammy Awards and beyond. Producer Of The Year, Non-Classical, and Songwriter Of The Year, Non-Classical, have been added to the general field, which includes Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Record Of The Year, and Best New Artist. This marks the first