R&B

Making a name for yourself as an artist isn’t easy. Shape-shifting newcomer Luck lets it be known that It Wasn’t Luck on her debut EP. The seven-track project includes the previously shared “I’ll Cut Them Off For You,” “All Diamonds,” and “Higher.”  It Wasn’t By Luck starts with the soulful mid-tempo number, “Seed,” where Luck teases early

Durand Bernarr has announced his Step Into My Office Tour.  The seven-date trek begins on Aug. 1 at Vinyl in Atlanta, Georgia. Bernarr will play in other major cities such as Washington, D.C., Toronto, and San Francisco, before ending on Aug. 15 at The Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles, California. Bernarr assured fans on Instagram

Drew Love and Dante Jones — better known as THEY. — have shared the new song “Comfortable” featuring Fana Hues. The boastful jam is overloaded with bombastic drumming and a dreamlike foundation. The lyrics are owed to a story about not being the picturesque guy for a woman who obviously has a type. The duo’s

We often hear about giving someone of status and prominence their flowers before they depart the earthy realm. It’s better to smell them alive, by all reports. Tayla Parx, who has made headlines working with Janelle Monáe, John Legend and Ariana Grande, wants to be in line for all her things on the new song

Nearly eight months after releasing Public Displays of Affection, Muni Long returns with its follow-up, Public Displays of Affection Too via Supergiant Records/Def Jam Recordings. The five-track project includes the previously released “Another,” “Pain” and Saweetie-assisted “Baby Boo.”  On the penultimate track”Crack,” Long is confident that her love box will leave a man hooked after one hit. She interpolates

Usher is on a roll. After delivering a flawless performance for NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series, the global superstar pairs with rap duo City Girls on their new single “Good Love.”  The party-ready anthem arrives just in time for the summer. Over a production, which samples Lathun’s 1997 jam “Freak It,” Usher ensures that he

Steve Lacy has released “Bad Habit,” the second peek into his upcoming sophomore album, Gemini Rights. The track starts with a jangly electric guitar-based background and ends with a mellow acoustic guitar. Both fit the shifts in Lacy’s laid-back vocal phrasing, as he is confronted with a hot tip that a particular person from his

Mary J. Blige will perform a one-night-only concert hosted by Apple Music Live on July 27 at 7 p.m. PT. The performance will take place at New York City’s United Palace and will be available to stream exclusively on Apple Music.  “The last year of my career in particular has been an exciting ride,” says

Calvin Harris has announced his new project, Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2. The Scottish DJ enlisted a few R&B stars to contribute to the album, which will follow 2017’s Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1.  6LACK, Chlöe, Jorja Smith, Normani and Tinashe will appear on the highly awaited project. Harris also recruited Latto, Justin Timberlake, Pharrell Williams,

Summer Walker has announced the second leg of her Summer Walker Series. The six-date trek kicks off on July 2, day two of the Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans, Louisiana. The multi-platinum superstar performs ahead of Janet Jackson, who headlines the night. Walker, who covers a new digital issue of Essence, will perform

Jazmine Sullivan has released a remake of “Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child.” The song is the Grammy-winning singer/songwriter’s contribution to the new soundtrack for Baz Luhrmann’s biopic, Elvis, in theaters now.  Grammy and Oscar winner D’Mile produced Sullivan’s faithful rendition of the lonesome tune. Her singular voice evokes the melancholic blues of the

Givēon collects more certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).  His 2021 compilation project, When It’s All Said And Done… Take Time, is now certified platinum with more than one million equivalent units sold. “Stuck On You” has also been upgraded to platinum status. Givēon’s breakout hit “Heartbreak Anniversary,” which was nominated for Best

Brandy made a special appearance at the 2022 BET Awards on Sunday night. The global star joined rising rapper Jack Harlow on stage to perform her freestyle of his Billboard Hot 100 chart-topper “First Class.” Leading up to Brandy’s appearance, Harlow performed his track “Poison” with Lil Wayne. He then went on to “First Class,”

Mariah Carey made a surprise appearance at the 2022 BET Awards on Sunday night. The music icon joined rising rapper Latto on stage to perform their “Big Energy (Remix).”  Before Carey graced the stage, Latto performed her latest single “It’s Givin’” from her sophomore album, 777. After that, Young Dirty Bastard came on stage to

Singer-songwriter Muni Long was among the performers at the 2022 BET Awards on Sunday night. Dressed in a pink ensemble, the Long opened her set with a snippet of her fan-favorite track “Time Machine.” She then transitioned to her now-signature single “Hrs and Hrs.”  Both songs are lifted from Long’s latest project, Public Displays of Affection. In

Jessie Reyez is back. The Grammy-nominated singer has released “Frauds,” her first single of the year. It features background vocals from Kyle Dion.  The intense song she co-wrote with Tim Suby (Ariana Grande, Travis Scott), who also produced it, is personal. On an unfiltered level, Reyez details a story about a deceitful lover whose shifty

After a two-year hiatus, British Summer Time (BST) Hyde Park returns to London. Global superstar Adele is headlining July 1 and 2, bringing a woman-led roster to command the stage. Mahalia and Tiana Major9 are among the ten women scheduled to perform ahead of Adele at the sold-out concerts. According to Adele, the two-night run

Bobby V has a taste for a “Cookie” on his new single, which interpolates SWV’s 1992 classic “I’m So into You.” Produced by Mike Shaw, “Cookie” finds Bobby V with a voracious appetite for his woman’s secret garden. He realizes she is playing hard to get but makes it clear that there will be no

Ne-Yo is on the move. A week after debuting his new song “You Got The Body,” the Grammy-winning singer/songwriter issued its official video. Teyana Taylor, alternatively known as Spike Tey, directed the hypnotic visual. A few beautifully diverse women are cast as the focal points, commanding every aspect of the pole in varied positions. Ne-Yo

Givēon’s first proper album, Give or Take, is here. The 15-track project includes the previously shared “Lie Again” and “For Tonight.” Give or Take opens with “Let Me Go,” which features a special message from Givēon’s mother. “I’m so proud of you,” she says. “I really feel like this is a dream. And, I’ll tell you ’bout