R&B

It’s been nearly 13 years since Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Keri Hilson released an album.  After an extended wait, new music appears on the horizon for Hilson. In a recent interview on the R&B Money Podcast, co-hosted by Tank and J Valentine, Hilson confirmed that she has fresh tunes that she’s ready to share.  “Now

Emerging singer-songwriter Annie Tracy has joined forces with Robin Thicke for her new single “Close To You.” Over lively instrumentation, produced by Mike Sabath, Tracy tries to come to terms with a sinking relationship. The agonizing part is she had a feeling things wouldn’t last but continued to deepen their connection. Tracy sings in the

Summer Walker will release, Girls Need Love (Girls Mix), on Oct. 20 via LVRN/Interscope Records. The maxi-single compilation will feature five versions of her 2018 single, “Girls Need Love,” including collaborations with emerging female artists Victoria Monét, Tyla, and Tink.  There are two other versions of the song – an explicit solo version and a

Grammy winner SZA has earned her third No. 1 hit at Mainstream Top 40 radio, with “Snooze” rising from No. 3 to the top spot.  It’s her second solo No. 1 on this format this year, following “Kill Bill,” which also topped the rhythmic radio chart. SZA kicked off her No. 1 career on Mainstream

Singer and poet Jamila Woods has returned with her third album, Water Made Us, via Jagjaguwar.  The 17-track offering includes the previously shared songs “Tiny Garden” featuring duendita, “Boomerang,” “Good News” and “Practice” featuring Saba. “Water Made Us is a study on relationships,” explains Woods. “My heart is wired this way for a reason and I’m

Rising singer Journey Montana expresses her frustration towards a former lover on her new single, “Jack,” delving into the details of her grievances. No, Montana didn’t name her new song after an ex named Jack. She took the name partly from Ray Charles’ soul classic “Hit the Road Jack,” one of her favorite songs. With

Sean “Diddy” Combs has unveiled a stunning music video for his Teyana Taylor-fronted song “Closer To God.”  Taylor directed the video, utilizing a deserted region as the backdrop to showcase her bold and futuristic fashion choices and belt her heart out. Later on, she and Diddy meet up when he rides a horse to her

Maxine Ashley is not someone to be toyed with. The versatile artist has released “Somebody Else,” a funky farewell that will make you bop your head and tap your feet. Ashley assures her insecure lover that she is irreplaceable, and finding a replacement for him is easy on this groovy track. She warns him that

Rising R&B singer and songwriter Mariah the Scientist has signed a deal with Epic Records. She joins a label roster that includes Sade, Givēon, Tori Kelly, Future, Travis Scott and more. “Mariah is a dynamic creative force with a clear vision for her music and the experience surrounding it,” says Epic Records’ President Ezekiel Lewis.

Rising R&B singer Layton Greene has released her new single “Something” via Quality Control Music/Motown Records. Produced by The Breed, “Something” finds Greene speechless as she tries to describe the sensational feeling of falling in love. “Baby, you’ve made me feel something / And I can’t explain it, no / But you got that something

R&B singer, songwriter and producer Eric Roberson has released his new single “Just Don’t Hold It In.” Roberson opens “Just Don’t Hold It In” with a moment of contemplation. “Sitting here, second-guessing everything going through my mind / Worry about what other people think is such a waste of time.” He eventually overcomes his internal

Destin Conrad steps into a new era with the release of his new single “Luv n Devotion.” He co-wrote the island-tinged track with singer, songwriter and producer Leven Kali (Beyoncé, Jazmine Sullivan), who co-produced it with Sol Was. Heavy under the influence of alcohol, Conrad begins to see a former lover in a new light.

Gallant is back with a new single called “311!” It’s the Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter’s first release in two years. It features musicians Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper and Keyon Harrold. “311!” is a jazz midtempo ballad with touches of relaxed, slow-swaying keys and the warmth of Harrold’s trumpet. On this groove, Gallant sings about sending

Jordin Sparks has returned with her new single “Call My Name.” She co-wrote the track with previous collaborator and the song’s producer Dem Jointz (Janet Jackson, Anderson .Paak, Chris Brown).  Sparks’ powerful yet angelic vocals soar over a nostalgic production as she feels invincible whenever her lover utters her name. “Feel like I can take

BET Networks’ streaming service BET+ continues to expand its original film programming. The network has announced Favorite Son Christmas, starring Tank. It premieres Thursday, Dec. 14, exclusively on BET+. The original film was directed by Robin Givens, written by Patricia Cuffie Jones, and produced by Swirl Films and Eric Tomosunas.  Tank stars as Blaine, the

Usher’s single “Good Good” has reached a new peak on the Billboard Hot 100 chart this week. The song featuring Summer Walker and 21 Savage, produced by Mel & Mus, surges from No. 36 to No. 28 on the popular all-genre singles chart, currently led by Doja Cat’s “Paint The Town Red.” “Good Good” marks

Truth Hurts, the R&B singer most known for her 2002 single “Addictive,” has returned with her new song “RnB Love.”  On the self-penned song, produced by Chaz Mason, Truth Hurts remains optimistic about finding love again after heartbreak. “I’ve been through it all but I refuse to get used to it / I’ve had enough

Warner Bros. Pictures is generating excitement for their upcoming musical film, The Color Purple, with a newly released trailer. The new clip reveals more of Celie and Mister’s abusive relationship, portrayed by Fantasia and Colman Domingo, respectively. The musical reimagination also explores Celie’s quest to reunite with her sister, Nettie. Hattie Bailey and Ciara portray

Kelly Price and Tamika Scott will star in the upcoming holiday film, The Christmas Ringer. The original film, directed by Patricia Cuffie Jones and written by Jones and Gregory Adams, will premiere Thursday, Nov. 30, exclusively on BET+. Christmas Ringer is about Nicole (played by Trenyce Cobbins), a once-prominent R&B singer known as the Princess

Daniel Caesar will continue to tour for a bit longer. The Grammy winner has announced 13 dates for his Superpowers World Tour — Leg 3: Australia, Asia & Hawaii. The new tour leg starts Oct. 25 at Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne, Australia, and ends Dec. 21 after three shows at The Republik in