R&B

Tank has a new number-one hit at R&B radio. “I Deserve,” a fresh spin of his 2001 smash “Maybe I Deserve,” has dethroned Mary J. Blige’s self-empowerment anthem, “Good Morning Gorgeous,” becoming his sixth chart-topper on this radio format.  The R&B general previously led the R&B radio pack in June 2021 with the Kate Bush-sampled “Can’t Let It Show,” which also peaked

Rising singer-songwriter Mariah the Scientist has returned with her new EP, Buckles Laboratories Presents: The Intermission via RCA Records. It’s her first project of 2022. The Intermission opens with “Church,” a divine tune that describes the bone-chilling feeling of being in love. “You’ll be the preacher, I’ll be the pew / Take me to church / But

Singer and entertainer Traci Braxton has died. She was 50. According to TMZ, Braxton died after her battle with cancer. Braxton’s family released a joint statement confirming Traci’s passing. Her sister Toni Braxton shared the family’s message on her official social media accounts. “It is with the utmost regret that we inform you of the

Aaron Camper first gained momentum under his new alias Camp with his November release Therapy.  The Salisbury, Maryland, native demands more respect and attention from music enthusiasts with Process, the second installment in his trilogy EP series. For the EP, Camp brings Kenneth “NSFR” Wright back in as co-executive producer.  The seven-track project has a

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Jeremih’s first mixtape, Late Nights With Jeremih. Released on Aug. 7, 2012, the 18-track set was initially made  available for free download on DatPiff. To commemorate its release, the Chicago, Illinois, native has made the project available on all streaming platforms. Hosted by DJ Drama, Late Nights With

Brandy Haze brings the heat to her video for “Swing My Way.”  The self-directed video features the emerging singer in beautifully colored sets in gorgeous ensembles, starting in an almond furry outfit.  It leads into a stellar, choreographed performance featuring a host of dancers, where Haze earns a superlative for best dress in a fiery red

This spring, Rotimi is going on a world tour to support his debut album, All or Nothing. Originally slated to start in January, the tour will now kick off on April 19 in Boston, Massachusetts, and conclude on May 13 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Rotimi will then resume his All or Nothing Tour in Europe, playing four additional

R&B-pop sensation Khalid has earned his first diamond certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His debut single, “Location,” has sold more than 10 million equivalent units since releasing in 2017. The Grammy-nominated song makes history as the 75th record to achieve this feat. “Location” appears on Khalid’s debut album, American Teen, which celebrated its fifth

Emanny gives a preview of what to expect from his forthcoming project, Back In The Streets, with his latest song, “Sideways.”  The track is built over sparse guitar strums and a hypnotic beat produced by Nukez Muzik. It’s a well-paced production for Emanny to sing about how he doesn’t want to lead on his current interest, considering

Watching someone who did you wrong thrive and prosper can sometimes be to swallow. Idman faces these feelings in her new song, “Good Life.”  Coupling somber and tranquil sounds, Idman, using a galled tone, loathes at the idea of her ex living their best life after looking back at the wickedness they put her through.  In a

Toni Braxton will star in Lifetime’s upcoming Fallen Angels Murder Club anthology movie series, based on The Fallen Angels Book Club book series by R. Franklin James. The first installment, Fallen Angels Murder Club: Friends to Die, will premiere on Saturday, April 2, at 8 p.m. EST. The second installment, Fallen Angels Murder Club: Heroes and Felons, premieres the following week

Brandy’s game-changing album, Full Moon, celebrated its 20th anniversary on March 5. Music fans worldwide were involved in this momentous occasion, sharing stories about an album that changed the way we view the R&B landscape. Rated R&B was a part of the conversation, revisiting Full Moon with a special retrospective.  Brandy stepped in the chat to unveil

No one can predict the future. We all have our ideas and notions on what we want or think will happen, but there’s no guarantee of what will be. The turn of the century didn’t meet us with flying cars and time travel and unlike the state of affairs, the sonic climate of R&B was

Lifetime has become the go-to network for R&B artists and affiliates to thrive in television and film. The next two movies coming down the pipeline are tied to Bishop T.D. Jakes and his Seven Deadly Sins anthology series inspired by Victoria Christopher Murray’s books.  Michelle Williams and Tina Knowles-Lawson joined the cast of Wrath: A

Ari Lennox recently announced new developments surrounding her untitled sophomore album. In a recent tweet on Friday (March 4), the Washington, D.C. native mentioned how “proud” she was about the turnout of her follow-up to 2019’s Shea Butter Baby.  Lennox said that she is “still seeking 3 more songs” before she can firmly finalize her

While Tiana Major9 presented a winning rap delivery on “2 Seater” featuring Smino, she softens her tone a bit on “Try Peace.” It’s the second offering from her forthcoming EP, Fool Me Once, out March 15.  Since Major9 has been hurt one time or another, she finds it difficult to let her walls down with

H.E.R.’s 2020 single “Damage” continues to impact the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).  The Herb Alpert-sampled track has been certified 2x multi-platinum by the RIAA with more than two million equivalent units sold. The emotional tune, which has 97 million streams on Spotify, first reached platinum status last May.  H.E.R.’s latest RIAA award marks

Award-winning singer and actress Jennifer Hudson is getting her own daytime talk show. Dubbed The Jennifer Hudson Show, the one-hour show will launch this fall on Fox Television Stations and Hearst Television.  “I have experienced so much in my life; I’ve seen the highest of the highs, the lowest of the lows, and just about everything in

The Essence Festival of Culture is returning to New Orleans from June 30-July 3, and an all-start lineup has been revealed.  Music icon Janet Jackson will grace the main stage to take concertgoers on a journey through her solid catalog. And who knows, she may even preview music from her highly anticipated Black Diamond album.  Legendary R&B

Monica helped META, formerly known as Facebook, celebrate Black History Month with a special performance.  The legendary R&B singer opened her 20-minute set with her 1994 debut single “Don’t Take It Personal (Just One of Dem Days),” lifted from Miss Thang. Moments later, she transitioned to her 2003 anthem “So Gone.”  “I am so honored to be