R&B

R&B newcomer Forest Claudette has dropped a new unapologetic track, “Two Years.”  Produced by Jason Hahs, “Two Years” hears the Australian-American prioritizing their professional ambitions, which ultimately leads to letting go of a relationship in order to remain focused. “I couldn’t commit to two years and a house on the hill / Getting stressed out

Jeff Bradshaw is kicking off a new era at his new label home. The seasoned trombonist and multi-instrumentalist has shared two new songs, “Carrie’s Bread Puddin’” and “Make Some Time” featuring singer Eric Roberson. Bradshaw places himself at the center of “Carrie’s Bread Puddin,” a four-minute offering of engagingly rich sounds, mainly from the horn

Singer Ravyn Lenae has announced that her debut album Hypnos will be issued on vinyl this spring. It will be available June 9 as a double LP for the first time. According to Warner Music Store, Hypnos will be pressed on standard, black vinyl. It also can be purchased through Amazon. An alternative red vinyl

Grammy-nominated singer Tamia was awarded an honorary Doctor of Music degree from Morris Brown College, an HBCU located in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday.  “Yesterday was the culmination of an incredible month in the realm of higher education for our family,” Tamia wrote in an Instagram caption on Sunday morning. “I was fortunate to receive an

Rising alternative R&B singer d4vd has released his new single “Don’t Forget About Me.” The tearful anthem, co-written by d4vd and Robin Hannibal (Dvsn, Leven Kali), hears the 18-year-old crooning about lost love. Though their relationship has ended, d4vd yearns for his ex-lover to remember the beautiful moments they once shared. “‘Cause I don’t wanna

Jeremih has achieved a new certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His 2014 single “Don’t Tell ‘Em” is now certified 5x multi-platinum; it has sold more than five million equivalent units. Jeremih’s YG-assisted track now ties with his 50 Cent-featured hit “Down on Me,” released in 2010.  “Don’t Tell ‘Em” was the

Beyoncé is full of surprises. The music icon, who’s currently on a world tour, just dropped a remix of her fan-favorite track “AMERICA HAS A PROBLEM” featuring rapper Kendrick Lamar.  Lamar opens the intoxicating bop with fire hot verse. “I’m an honorary Beyhive, let’s see why them diamonds / Gonna be fly, they all CGI

Emerging R&B singer-songwriter Saleka has released her debut album, Seance, via Range Music Partners. The 13-track project includes the previously shared soulful tunes “Clarity,” “Mr. Incredible,” “Graffiti,” “How Many,” “Seance,” “Red Eyes” and “Echo.” “This project has some songs I wrote many years ago and some songs I just finished. This album helped me learn

Queen Naija has been presented with her second RIAA award this year. Her 2020 track “Pack Lite” is now certified platinum by achieving one million equivalent sales. The latest platinum-seller is Naija’s fourth song release since she began collecting RIAA awards in April 2019 to hit platinum status or better. Here are Naija’s four multi-platinum

R&B newcomer LÉA THE LEOX makes her formal introduction with her debut EP, Purpose, via Sqwee Sounds/Genius Distro.  Speaking on the creation of Purpose, LÉA says, “What started as thoughts in my diary, blossomed into the Purpose EP. She continues, “After reflecting and healing, I am so proud to present this body of work to the world.

Singer Alina Baraz has teamed up with Harlem DJ and producer Austin Millz for his new single “Breathless.” Fans of Baraz’s glorious Urban Flora days get a treat with this sweet dance number, where we hear her lightweight voice underneath stimulating kick drums and boisterous synthesizers. That uptempo spirit fills the sugary lyrics of “Breathless,”

Rising R&B singer Maeta has unleashed her new single “Through The Night” featuring Free Nationals. On the sensual tune, Maeta yearns for intimacy from a toxic love interest. She desires more than mere lovemaking; she wants a transcendent, out-of-body experience in the bedroom. “So good, the only time that I ain’t looking at it / Is

Grammy-nominated singer Jorja Smith has announced her sophomore album, Falling or Flying, arrives Sept. 29 via FAMM. Smith’s forthcoming album, Falling or Flying, was recorded in Walsall, England, her hometown, alongside elusive producer DAMEDAME* for over two years. “This album is like my brain. There’s always so much going on but each song is definitely

Global star Janet Jackson has announced a special 30th-anniversary edition of her chart-topping album Janet. The expanded collection ships July 9 and will be available in two formats: a two-disc CD and a three-LP set. Each version includes all the original tracks, plus alternative mixes and remixes of four tracks: “You Want This (Remix),” Where

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