R&B

SZA has achieved new awards from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for seven songs from her second album, SOS.  “Good Days,” the album’s lead single, is now certified 6x platinum for selling over six million equivalent units since its Dec. 25, 2020, release. It ties with 2017’s “Love Galore,” featuring Travis Scott, as

Usher continues to expand his Past Present Future Tour. The global icon has announced the dates for the European leg. The second leg of his world tour begins April 1, 2025, at The O2 Arena in London, UK. He will perform three shows before heading to Paris, Amsterdam and Berlin, where he will wrap up his stint

Steve Lacy has achieved a new milestone on Spotify. His hit single “Bad Habit” has amassed over one billion streams on the platform.  It’s Lacy’s second song to hit over one billion streams on Spotify, following 2017’s “Dark Red.” The latter track crossed the billion mark in October 2023. Lacy produced “Bad Habit” and co-wrote

Avery*Sunshine has a lot on her mind and she lays it all out on her new single “I Wonder.”  Over a smooth production, helmed by Jamison Ross and Dana “BigDane” Johnson, Sunshine ponders the longevity of a relationship.  “Sometimes I wonder / Could it be a spell that I’m under / Could it be this

Ariana Grande has enlisted Mariah Carey for the official remix of her dance-pop single “yes, and?” Carey effortlessly decorates the Max Martin-produced track with her iconic vocals. Not only does she contribute a new verse, but she also sings in the chorus and adds mesmerizing ad-libs.  Grande announced her remix on Feb. 14 with a

Emerging singer-songwriter Shaé Universe has released her new project Love’s Letter via The Orchard.  The 10-track offering includes the previously shared songs “LOML,” “Passenger Princess” and “What’s Luv?” The project features Grammy-winning vocalist Lalah Hathaway, who appears on the penultimate track “More Than Enough.” The Chord Lord-produced track sends an uplifting message of recognizing and embracing one’s

Singer and actress Ryan Destiny has returned with her new single, “How Your Hands Feel,” her first original song in a year.  The sultry tune, reminiscent of Rihanna’s “Kiss It Better,” finds Destiny longing for intimacy from a former lover. While she has moved on from their relationship, a part of her still craves his

Alternative R&B singer/songwriter Forest Claudette has released their new single “Kobe Beef” via Warner Records. The raw and introspective track finds Claudette having self-talk to embrace their gender identity.  “Why the heck you bringing up my Kobe beef, Uh huh / Told you that when I was drunk at seventeen, Uh huh / Don’t you

Kehlani has achieved four new certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Their 2019 While We Wait mixtape has been crowned gold with over 500,000 equivalent units sold. It’s their third project following 2015’s You Should Be Here and 2017’s SweetSexySavage to land an RIAA certification. The latter two projects are also certified gold.  Three songs

Keith Sweat celebrated Valentine’s Day with a new song, “Lay You Down,” produced by Wirlie Morris.  On the passionate track, Sweat serenades his significant other, expressing his desire to please her to the fullest extent in the bedroom. “‘Cause I just want to lay you down / I’m so into you, make love I will

Frankie Beverly will the road one last time. The legendary R&B singer has announced his I Wanna Thank You Farewell Tour. The five-city engagement kicks off March 22 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, and will conclude May 12 at Kia Forum in Los Angeles, California.  Beverly will be joined by fellow legendary singers

K. Michelle has achieved a new award from the Recording Association of America (RIAA). The Memphis native’s debut album, Rebellious Soul, is now certified gold with over 500,000 equivalent units sold. It’s her first RIAA-certified album and second certification overall.  She scored her first gold plaque in 2017 for “Can’t Raise a Man,” the second single

Raheem DeVaughn, the self-proclaimed Love King, is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a new EP, Winter in Love. The eight-track project follows his 2023 seasonal EPs, Fall in Love and The Summer of Love.  On Winter in Love, DeVaughn takes listeners on a voyage through love’s twists and turns. On “Before You Leave,” he pleads for his lover to stay

Chris Brown has unveiled the official video for his fan-favorite track “Angel Numbers / Ten Toes” from his 11th album, 11:11.  Directed by Jamar Harding, the cinematic video opens with Brown embarking on a solitary drive through the dusty roads in mountainous terrain, as if he’s trying to escape something. Unfortunately, he soon runs out of

R&B veteran Craig David has announced his 7 Days Commitment Tour, his first tour in six years. The eight-city North American leg kicks off May 4 at the Lovers & Friends Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada. From there, the British singer will perform in San Fransisco, New York, Toronto, and more, before concluding May 16 at

Usher brought his A-game to Allegiant Stadium on Sunday night (Feb. 11), where he headlined Apple Music’s Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show. The R&B megastar’s 13-minute set highlighted his three-decade career in the best way possible, leaving the audience and viewers craving for more. His dynamic performance featured special appearances from Alicia Keys, Jermaine Dupri,

Music icons Lionel Richie and Diana Ross will headline the inaugural Fool in Love Festival. The event, powered by Live Nation and Redrock Entertainment, will take place Saturday, Aug. 31, at Hollywood Park in Los Angeles, California. The star-studded lineup features other legendary acts, including Al Green, Santana, Charlie Wilson, Gladys Knight, Nile Rodgers &

Usher’s latest single “Ruin,” featuring Pheelz, has entered multiple Billboard charts this week.  The R&B/Afrobeats tune, produced by Pheelz, opens at No. 8 on Billboard’s R&B Digital Song Sales chart. It tallies Usher’s 19th top 10 hit on this chart. Here is a breakdown of Usher’s top 10 hits on the R&B Digital Song Sales

Usher is extending his highly-demanded Past Present Future Tour. The R&B superstar has added 10 new dates to the North American leg, including Seattle, Las Vegas, Vancouver and Phoenix.  With new dates added, USHER: Past Present Future will now kick off Aug. 16 in Atlanta, Georgia, where he will perform two nights — don’t worry, he will return

Mary J. Blige’s single “Still Believe in Love” continues to reign on the charts. The hopeful track, featuring rapper Vado, is No. 1 for an eighth consecutive week on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. It’s also No. 1 at R&B radio for another week, with an audience impression of 7.7 million, according to Mediabase.  “Still