R&B

Jawan x Tiffany, composed of Jawan Harris and Tiffany Evans, show us what it looks like to have mics on in their performance video for their debut single “Finally.” The emerging duo turns a studio at Atlanta’s Crossover Entertainment Group into a low-lit atmosphere, starting things off in the most mellifluous way. They begin with

Chlöe is ending 2021 on a high note. “Have Mercy,” the lead single off her forthcoming solo debut album, has just hit number one on urban radio, making it the 23-year-old’s first-ever chart-topping single both as a solo act and as a member of Chloe x Halle.  The rump-shaking track, which she co-produced, held Chlöe’s

Ne-Yo alluded to cooking up some fire, and his new single “Stay Down” featuring Yung Bleu is a strong indication of that work.  As a split track, the first half is Ne-Yo, in his crooning bag, detailing the characteristics of his solid woman, who won’t crack or crumble under the pressures of outside influences. Soon

It’s a brand new album day for Alicia Keys fans. KEYS, the new double-disc album from the legendary artist, has arrived more than a year following 2020’s beloved ALICIA.  Composed of an Originals side (stripped-down) and the Unlocked side (remixed), KEYS contains 26 magical tracks, including the previously shared “LALA (Unlocked)” featuring Swae Lee,” “Best Of Me (Originals)”

Pink Sweat$ has recruited with 6LACK for his latest track “Midnight River,” produced by Jayson DeZuzio and Kenneth Wright. Rowing down this calm production of guitar strums, Sweat$ employs a soft tone to question a lady friend about if her intentions are pure. If they are, he doesn’t mind having endless romantic encounters on the

KALLITECHNIS is seeing double in the video for her current focus track “Dinner With a Gemini.”  The video for this track was directed by Andres Estrada. It starts with KALLITECHNIS and a set of twins at a small table going through tarot cards and later twister. More sibling pairings are visible in the visual that

Mayhernate doesn’t want to be left alone this holiday season. On her soothing, guitar-driven track, “Stay A While,” the rising singer leaves the door open for her and her interest to be cozied up by the fire. She hopes it is inviting enough for him not to hurry off and leave her side. Speaking to

Alicia Keys’ new album KEYS is coming out this Friday, Dec. 10. Before it arrives, the music icon has unveiled the double album’s tracklist. Lucky Daye, Khalid, Lil’ Wayne, Pusha T, Brandi Charlie, and Swae Lee, who assisted on the lead track “LALA (Unlocked),” appear on KEYS.  I couldn’t wait to reveal this…. These songs

Leon Bridges has shared a video for his recent remake of Marvin Gaye’s “Purple Snowflakes,” streaming exclusively on Amazon Music.  In this performance-style video, directed by Dexter Brierly and Matt Seger, Bridges travels to Calabasas, California, and sports a cowboy look. He belts out this cover alongside a full band in a pasture area.  “Purple

Shelley FKA DRAM has delivered just what the December doctor ordered on his snapping new holiday track, “Gifts.”  Composed by Slim Wav, the production evokes a familiar feeling of the festive time as Shelley sings against holiday aesthetics. He thoughtfully croons that having the around-the-clock company of his woman is like Christmas in his eyes. 

Mariah Carey continues to prove why she is the reigning Queen of Christmas. Her holiday staple “All I Want for Christmas Is You” has reached one billion streams on Spotify. “I’m freaking out!!!! 1 billion!!! ❄️🎁🎄💝 These numbers are incredible, but the love I have for the #lambily is unquantifiable. Eternally grateful and blessed,” Carey

In spring 2020, India Shawn kicked off her new era of music with a double single release, “Cali Love” and “Not Too Deep” featuring 6LACK. It was her first release since signing to Epic Records. She kept the momentum going in late summer with the Anderson .Paak-assisted “Movin’ On.” This year, “Movin’ On” was featured

Sometimes becoming friends with an ex isn’t always the best idea. On Bren Joy’s new track “Friends” featuring Kiana Ledé, the two singers role play as former lovers who admit that being even being associates is toxic in their situation. “Lookin’ at you where I’m standin’, I don’t think that we could ever be friends /

H.E.R. and The Weeknd were among the winners of the third annual Apple Music Awards, which recognizes the best artists of 2021 and their influence on global culture. The Weeknd won Global Artist of the Year. He was recognized for his album After Hours becoming the most pre-added album of all time by a male artist. Meanwhile,

The 2022 Smokin’ Grooves Festival lineup has been announced. Erykah Badu, Jhené Aiko and Miguel are at the top of the bill, joining Nas and The Roots. It will be held on March 19, 2022, at LA State Historic Park in Los Angeles, California. Other artists that are set to perform include Angie Stone, Bilal,

At age 17, Elijah Blake experienced his first taste of success as a songwriter, co-penning Trey Songz’s “Jupiter Love” from his 2009 album, Ready. He secured the writing credit under his development deal with Atlantic Records through his link to Troy Taylor’s imprint Songbook Entertainment. Initially, his desire was never to work behind the scenes

Mariah Carey isn’t just the Queen of Christmas, but also the Queen of remixes. The music icon has released a set of remixes for her latest festive track “Fall in Love at Christmas” with Khalid and Kirk Franklin. The three-pack remix bundle features upbeat versions of the holiday tune, including Arlo Remix, Cutmore Remix and

With Christmas on the horizon, Baby Rose reaches deep in her holiday stocking and pulls out To: You (a holiday joint). The project extends her 2019 tape titled To: You, which first arrived via SoundCloud.  Spanning seven tracks, two of which are new, Rose soulfully approaches this effort with enough emotion and conviction to toast

Mary J. Blige has released a sexy video for her new single “Good Morning Gorgeous.”  The Eif Rivera-directed video was filmed at a beautiful mansion with a smoking hot Blige basking in confident femininity and reiterating the importance of self-assurance and self-love. Earlier today, Blige shared the song “Good Morning Gorgeous” along with the stunt-heavy,

True to form, Mary J. Blige steps back out strong in the fourth quarter and releases two brand new singles: “Good Morning Gorgeous” and “Amazing” featuring DJ Khaled.  “Good Morning Gorgeous,” a downtempo composition that greets herself in appreciation for life at the break of day, was produced by the Oscar and Grammy-winning D’Mile. H.E.R.,