R&B

The second annual Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom will see a new set of performers joining the event, as announced by Live Nation Urban and Jesse Collins Entertainment. Charlie Wilson, Muni Long, and Chlöe are part of the new batch of talent performing at a global celebration, which will be broadcasted on all CNN

The Hip Hop Forever concert lineup has been announced by Hot 97 and WBLS to commemorate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Curated by legendary DJ, Funk Flex, the one-day concert is set for Friday, Sept. 15, at Madison Square Garden in New York. Mary J. Blige and Tyrese are part of the performance lineup.  Blige

Ne-Yo is returning to the road with his Champagne and Roses Tour, powered by Live Nation.  The 15-date run begins Sept. 9 in Detroit, Michigan, at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill, before making stops in other U.S. cities such as Cleveland, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Dallas and San Diego. The tour will conclude Oct. 4 in Mountain

BJ The Chicago Kid pours one out on his new single “Liquor Store In The Sky,” produced by Yeti Beats. It features rapper Freddie Gibbs. On this reflective track, BJ The Chicago Kid emotionally delves into a deep friendship that was tragically cut short. The pain of this loss still lingers and he has yet

Rising R&B artist NBDY has finally ended his two-year hiatus and released a new project called Take Control via Wolfchild Music. The official Take Control EP cycle began with the title track, also a bass-heavy flex-fest. Here, NBDY moves between the Gourty Maxx-tailored production to detail his mission of finding pleasure and taking control of

Rising R&B singer Alex Vaughn has released a cover of Brandy’s 1998 favorite “Almost Doesn’t Count” as part of Spotify Singles. The remake comes on the day of the 25th anniversary of Brandy’s album, Never Say Never, which features the original track. (Never Say Never was released in the U.S. on June 9, 1998, via Atlantic

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,