R&B

The Isley Brothers, consisting of Ronald and Ernie Isley, has secured a new top 10 hit. Their latest single, “Last Time,” rises to No. 9 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart, becoming their seventh top 10 hit. The track, co-produced by Scott Storch and illDaProducer, debuted at No. 25 on this airplay chart the week

Grammy-nominated vocalist Ruben Studdard has returned with his new album, The Way I Remember It, via SoNo Recording Group (SRG/ILS). The 10-track project includes the previously released tracks “W.I.F.E.” and “Masterpiece.” The latter song, released as the third offering, showcases Studdard’s love for ’70s soul. Included on the album is the lead single, also the

Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer Kelly Price recently signed with Universal Attractions Agency, an established talent agency founded in 1945, for representation.  She joins UAA’s growing roster that includes K. Michelle, Raheem DeVaughn, Keith Sweat, Ashanti, Stephanie Mills, Marsha Ambrosius and more. Adam Zagor will represent Price exclusively as her talent agent. “I have been

Singer and songwriter Mack Keane has released the official video for his single “Chances.”  Co-directed by C.T. Robert and Aye’lesha Gibson, the black-and-white clip finds Keane on a studio set where he performs emotive choreography coordinated by Brian Drake. Towards the end of the video, Keane exits the set and appears in front of someone’s

Grammy winner Miguel has been added to the list of performers for the scheduled 38th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony. He joins the second slate of musical acts that includes Common, Sia, Carrie Underwood, Adam Levine, and Stevie Nicks. The new additions join previously announced performers H.E.R., New Edition, Elton John, Brandi

Alternative singer and songwriter serpentwithfeet has announced his third studio album, GRIP, will release Feb. 16, 2024, via Secretly Canadian.  The upcoming album will consist of 10 tracks, which is one less than the number of tracks in his previous album releases. It will include his freshly-released track, “Damn Gloves,” which features Ty Dolla $ign

After teasing last year, Tiara Thomas has returned with a new single called “Hit You Right Back” featuring Tone Stith. Produced by Marcus “Slade Da Monsta” Slade and Jeff “Gitty” Gitelman, the slow-burning tune features Thomas and Stith seeking a companion who is patient and understanding. They need someone who won’t get buried in their

Rising soul singer J. Brown has a new accomplishment under his belt. His current single, “My Whole Heart,” has risen from No. 2 to No. 1 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart for the week dated Oct. 28. It’s J. Brown’s first No. 1 on both this specific chart and any other Billboard chart. It’s

Vocalist Avery Wilson’s recently-released single “Kiss The Sky” makes its debut on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart this week. The independently-released track opens at No. 28 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart, which is currently led by J. Brown’s “My Whole Heart.” “Kiss The Sky” is the only new entry this week. It also

Mary J. Blige is set to release her new single “Still Believe In Love” featuring her artist and emerging rapper Vado, this Friday, Oct. 27. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul announced the forthcoming track by sharing the official artwork. In the cover art, Blige is seen wearing big chains and a sexy bathing suit. “Still

Genre-bending sibling group Infinity Song has returned with their new EP, Metamorphosis, via Roc Nation Records. The seven-track offering includes the single, “Hater’s Anthem,” which has surpassed 1.3 million streams on Spotify. All songs, with the exception of their cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dream,” were written by Infinity Song. “Slow Burn” is among the EP’s highlights.

Usher is on the grind. After topping another radio chart, the R&B mainstay visited BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge and delivered a beautiful rendition of “Best Part” by H.E.R. and Daniel Caesar. Usher’s silky vocals, backed by an incredible band and UK vocalists Serena Prince and Teni Tinks, create an irresistible urge for him to

Usher stakes his claim atop another radio chart. His single “Good Good,” featuring Summer Walker and 21 Savage, slides from No. 2 to No. 1 on rhythmic radio. The Mel & Mus-produced track is Usher’s first time topping this format since 2016 when he was featured on Chris Brown’s hit “Party” with Gucci Mane. That

Primary Wave Music and the Luther Vandross Estate have announced a new project, Luther Vandross Classic Christmas. It will release Nov. 3. The three-track EP will feature the soulful numbers “At Christmas Time” and “May Christmas Bring You Happiness.” It will also include a special bonus a cappella mix of “At Christmas Time.” The two songs,

Arin Ray is turning over a new leaf. “I don’t want to be stressed about too much of anything. What I can’t control, I can’t control. I’m in a place where I’m trying not to be so caught up in self and wound up on what I gotta do all the time,” Ray tells Rated

Omarion has released an official video for his viral hit “Serious.” In the video, Omarion plays an inmate who behaves well in prison to be released and reunites with his significant other. It wouldn’t be an Omarion video without some choreography. In this one, he begins a dance battle in the chow hall and breaks

Grammy winner Daniel Caesar was the musical guest on CBS’ The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on Wednesday night (Oct. 18). On a dimly lit stage, Caesar performed “Always,” his latest single from his third album Never Enough. Caesar’s late-night spot comes on the heels of him announcing leg three of his Superpowers World Tour,

Ethiopian-American artist Berhana has returned with his sophomore album, Amén: የዘላን ህልም (The Nomad’s Dream), via EGT Recordings. The 12-track project includes the previously shared songs “Gone (Abebe Bikila),” “Like a Habit” and “Break Bread.” The first two of the trio were accompanied by accompanying visuals. Berhana commented on the latter track in a previous

Emerging R&B singer-songwriter Jai’Len Josey dials out on her new project, Conversations From A Payphone. The two-track release, released on Hillman Grad Records/Def Jam Recordings, arrives ahead of her forthcoming tour. With a clear and self-explanatory title, “Mixed Signals” featuring lyricist Matt McGhee, depicts Josey’s struggles with a man who is indecisive and plays with

“I think the success of the first album opened the door to where the label almost didn’t even want to be involved in the second album,” Kenny Lattimore reflects over a video call with Rated R&B. “I think that they felt like the team that I had created had some kind of magic and had