R&B

Americana soul ambassador MAJOR. has returned with a new EP, The Hope of My Soul. The six-track project includes the previously shared “Baby Will You Love Me.” This is the tune that offers proof positive that MAJOR. is consistent, soulful and natural in his pursuit to be a great romanticist of his time.  At this

Ajiona Alexus is back. The rising singer and actress has returned with a new song, “Made For Me,” which she co-wrote with Fallon King. It was produced by YNG Josh (Chris Brown, Alicia Keys), Xavi (Ariana Grande, Jordan Ward), and Justin Clemons (YNW Melly). Sounding like a lost early-’00s R&B hit, Alexus unleashes feelings to

R&B newcomer Alexia Jayy is tired of a no-good lover on her new single “Over and Done.”  As the title hints, the Alabama native declares that she is no longer interested in a one-way relationship, and is moving on. “All I wanted to do was feel wanted / Wanted to feel wanted but you couldn’t

Grammy winner Janelle Monáe graces New Music Friday with The Age of Pleasure, her first full-length album in five years. It’s the long-awaited follow-up to her 2018 album, Dirty Computer. The Age of Pleasure includes the previously shared tracks “Lipstick Lover” and “Float” featuring Seun Kuti and Egypt 80. The former track climbed to No. 13

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden have announced a Juneneeth concert. The special event will be held Tuesday, June 13, on The South Lawn of The White House. R&B vocalists Jennifer Hudson and Ledisi are part of the performance lineup, which will also feature Audra McDonald, Method Man, Maverick City Music, Morgan State

The 2023 BET Awards nominees have been announced. Beyoncé, SZA and Chris Brown lead among R&B acts with four nominations each. (Rapper Drake is the most-nominated this year with seven nods.) The ceremony will air live Sunday, June 25, at 8 p.m. from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. Brown, Beyoncé and SZA are

Mary J. Blige has established herself as an undisputed legend by candidly expressing personal struggles in her music, particularly in regard to a wide variety of romantic issues. Her music has served as an inspiration to many, with its empowering message of resilience through difficult times. Now, she hopes to continue this artistic expression through

Coco Jones continues her domination on Billboard. The rising singer’s song “ICU” is No. 1 on the Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart for a third consecutive week. It marks Jones’ longest streak in the top position on any chart.  “ICU” is proving to be a hit for Jones. The song, which topped urban radio this week,

Alicia Keys is making her rounds, appearing on a recent episode of ABC’s Good Morning America. During an interview with correspondent Lara Spencer, the Grammy-winning artist discussed her upcoming Keys to the Summer Tour, which kicks off June 28 at FLA Live Arena in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. She teased that it will be her most

Grammy winner Jazmine Sullivan will headline the Leimert Park Juneteenth Festival on Monday, June 19, at Leimert Park Village in Los Angeles, California. Still Rising and Elevate Culture, in partnership with Amazon Music, are hosting the fifth annual event, which is free to attend. So far, Sullivan is the only confirmed performer, but more artists

THEY., the R&B duo consisting of Drew Love and Dante Jones, have announced their Nü Moon Tour, their first headlining tour in six years. The 15-date North American tour begins Sept. 21 at Neumos in Seattle, Washington, with additional dates in Chicago, New York and Phoenix, before wrapping Oct. 16 at Constellation Room in Santa

The initial group of actors for the revival of the popular 1975 Broadway production, The Wiz, has been revealed. R&B vocalist Avery Wilson will play the Scarecrow in the new production, a role previously played by Hinton Battle and Michael Jackson. “Cats out the bag! Im very grateful & honored to be a part of

John Legend has teamed with Etsy, a global marketplace for unique and creative goods, for an exclusive home and living collection. Incorporating his own interior style and life at home, Legend co-designed the items with a group of Etsy shops helmed by women, Black and underrepresented sellers.  The limited-edition collection features items such as ceramic

Rising soul singer Devon Gilfillian has unveiled the dates for his Love You Anyway Tour.  The upcoming trek will support the Nashville-based artist’s sophomore album, Love You Anyway, released in April.  Gilfillian’s headlining tour begins Aug. 19 in Madison, Wisconsin. From there, Gilfillian will play across a mix of cities in the U.S. and Canada,

In 2022, Mary J. Blige rose from the ashes once again, just as she did in 2006. During the first few months of the year, the Queen of Hip-Hop of Soul was incredibly active, performing on the Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show and 53rd NAACP Image Awards, releasing Good Morning Gorgeous under 300 Entertainment and

Leela James has announced upcoming show dates, starting with a performance on July 14 in Augusta, Georgia. The R&B vocalist will perform in U.S. cities, including New Orleans, Memphis, Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia.  As of now, James’ run of shows will conclude Oct. 12 in Chandler, Arizona. Some of James’ upcoming shows will feature the

R&B newcomer Khamari stopped by COLORS’ studio to perform his new song “These Four Walls.”  Standing in front of a brown backdrop, with his eyes closed, Khamari delivers a sincere rendition of his vulnerable track.  “‘These Four Walls’ is about me romanticizing and finally coming to terms with the isolation that I was dealing with

The trailer for Keyshia Cole’s upcoming biopic, Keyshia Cole: This is My Story, has been released by Lifetime. Cole plays herself in the D’Angela Proctor and Manu Boyer-directed movie and is also the executive producer. The one-minute clip features Cole explaining her decision to share her life story, which has been filled with various obstacles

Charlie Wilson visited NPR’s headquarters for a special Tiny Desk Concert in honor of Black Music Month. Joined by a seven-piece band and background singers, the legendary singer opened his 30-minute set with “Charlie, Last Name Wilson.” It’s the title track from his 2005 album, which peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard 200 chart. 

The reign of Coco Jones shows no signs of stopping. The R&B singer’s current single “ICU” graces the No. 1 spot on urban radio this week, marking her first time achieving this accomplishment. Jones is one of three women in R&B with chart-topping songs on urban radio this year. SZA and Summer Walker were the