R&B

In August 2018, in conjunction with her taking home the BMI Icon award, Janet Jackson issued the single “Made For Now” featuring reggaeton artist Daddy Yankee. This was preceded by an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, her first performance on late-night television in 14 years. “Made For Now,” a thoughtful blend of

AMAKA, formerly of R&B duo VanJess, brings the bass and mellow vocals to her new single “Leave it Behind.” On the Kaytranada-produced track, AMAKA’s wispy vocals glide over electronic-tinged instrumentation as she urges her partner to leave their situations at the door and tune out the world for the sake of sanity, at least while

Live Nation Urban and Jesse Collins Entertainment have unveiled the lineup for the second annual Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom, set for Monday, June 19, at Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, California, at 8 p.m. ET. SWV, Miguel and Jodeci are among the first slate of performers tapped for the celebration, airing worldwide on

Rhino has announced its plans to release a limited vinyl box set featuring all four of Otis Redding’s posthumous albums. The box set, Otis Forever: The Albums & Singles (1968-1970), will release June 9. The six-LP set not only includes Redding’s posthumous albums but also features mono versions of 24 singles from those albums. Each

Before Summer Walker’s CLEAR 2: Soft Life EP drops later this week, the singer receives 33 new awards from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Walker’s 2018 single “Girls Need Love” is now certified 5x multi-platinum with more than five million copies sold. The breakout song is Walker’s best-selling single and holds the title

Emerging R&B singer Chxrry22 is back with her new single “Worlds Away.” Produced by Camper, “Worlds Away” explores the heartwrenching feeling of a long-distance relationship slowly fading away. The production features mellow instrumentation accentuated by fast-paced drum kicks. The juxtaposition between the production and the lyrics effectively conveys the bittersweet feeling of a fading connection, while

Rising singer Otis Kane remains an ambassador of love and his new single “Pieces” is further proof.  On the moving groove, Kane embraces an enduring relationship with a partner who simply makes his life complete. “The rhythm of my heart gets to drumming / Every time I feel you beside me, baby / I know

Las Vegas-based singer/songwriter Juno Rucker has released his new single “Pretty People.” On the self-penned and produced track, Rucker’s lustrous vocals glide over warm guitar chords as he cherishes precious moments with a former acquaintance.  “All the pretty people run in / Leave your shoes at the door please / I gave ’em a lot

Grammy and Oscar-winning singer, songwriter, and producer H.E.R. has announced her new song “The Journey” releases Thursday, May 18, via RCA Records. In an Instagram post, H.E.R. previews the motivating anthem in a 30-second clip. “All the times they thought they could hold you back / But you’ve always known there was no chance of

Jorja Smith has shared a new song, “Little Things,” produced by P2J and New Machine, via her independent label FAMM. “Little Things” is more uptempo than her previous 2023 release, “Try Me“, with floor-shaking jazz that is so good you won’t want to leave the dance floor — except with an interest of your choosing.

Actor and singer Christian Keyes has released a romantic new single “Under That Veil,” produced by Herman Johnson. On the self-penned track, Keyes expresses his affection to a potential love interest, assuring them that he is ready for a love that will last a lifetime. “I wanna see you under that veil, baby I do,”

Keithian has emerged for the second time this spring with his new single “Bullsh*t.” Sounding confident in familiar production surroundings, Keithian implies that his lover is bluffing about what’s in their heart about their state of romance. He would rather they be truthful than make him fool’s gold. “Pick up the phone, give me a

Tink is back for round two. The singer and songwriter has unveiled 11 dates for her headlining Thanks 4 Everything Pt. 2 Tour. The tour, powered by Black Promoters Collective, begins June 2 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at Orpheum Theatre. From there, Tink will play dates at venues in various U.S. cities, including Memphis, St. Louis and

R&B singer and songwriter Will Gittens is protecting his energy on his new song “DND.” Short for “do not disturb,” the bouncy track hears Gittens unapologetically asserting boundaries to prioritize self-care. “D-n-d, D-n-d / Don’t mess with my vibe / Don’t mess with my peace / D-n-d, D-n-d / I ain’t got no time for

Emerging R&B singer Layton Greene has returned with her new song “Spin Again,” her first official single in over two years.  Produced by G Styles On The Track and La’Chaz Holloway, “Spin Again” is about being addicted to a lover who knows how to put it down in the bedroom.  “I’m d*ckmatized and I can’t even say

Xavier Omär has released his new song “MAGIC!” his first offering of the year.  The devotional tune, co-produced by Sango and Kaelin Ellis, hears Omär singing about the beauty of an authentic and enduring love.  “I won’t make you disappear / You won’t cut me into two / What we got baby, it’s not magic /

Usher received an honorary Doctor of Music degree at Berklee College of Music‘s 2023 commencement ceremony. It was held Saturday (May 13) at the Agganis Arena in Boston, Massachusetts.  Berklee Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs David Bogen presented Usher with the honorary doctorate. The R&B megastar was awarded with the degree for

Rising singer NBDY has released his new song “Feels,” produced by Eestbound, via Wolfchild Music. On the emotive track, NBDY sings about the anxiety that may arise when falling in love with someone, while also yearning for reassurance that his partner shares the same feelings. “Just when I open up / I start to think

Grammy-nominated singer Kenyon Dixon makes R&B unity a priority with the release of his “Slow Dancing (Remix)” featuring Kevin Ross. There are harmonies galore on this revised version, specifically at the onset, where Ross kicks things off, sweating his interest not to cap and share their location if they aren’t blowing smoke about making sweet

Singer-songwriter Bee-B has returned with her new single “That Girl, produced by 88Jay.  Set to the backdrop of acoustic instrumentation, “That Girl” hears Bee-B longingly singing about her desire to embrace her whole self, no matter what others may have to say. “Sometimes I wish that I could put my pride aside / Wanna see