R&B

Ne-Yo and Yung Bleu are at it again. Their new song, “Walk Through The Fire,” features Bleu as the lead artist and functions as his first new track of the year.  Over a crystalline piano and sharp violins, Ne-Yo offers a delicate and persuasive vocal about doing what it takes to regain the love and

Bobby Brown has given A&E Networks the prerogative to encapsulate his decades-long career in a new documentary.  Airing over two nights on A&E this May, Biography: Bobby Brown is packaged as a two-part feature film that details the original R&B bad boy’s musical journey, from an original member of New Edition to his solo stardom. 

Alicia Keys has entered a partnership with lifestyle brand Athleta to help drive awareness and access to women’s well-being. The announcement arrives on Keys’ 41st birthday, which is today (Jan. 25).  Keys and Athleta will co-create product offerings, impact grants and community content. Additionally, Keys is now a mentor and advisor for Athleta’s Power of

Emerging singer Maeta has unleashed a visual for “Habits,” the title track to her latest EP. Co-directed by Zemia and Alexis ZA, the video was inspired by Netflix’s original film Malcom & Marie starring Zendaya and John David Washington. In the visual, Maeta and her part-time lover find themselves enjoying each other’s company at his home. “I’m

At the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards, Alicia Keys made her big return to music after nearly a three-year break and debuted “Girl on Fire,” one of her most recognizable hits.  Classified as the lead single and title track of her fifth album, “Girl on Fire,” co-produced by Salaam Remi and Jeff Bhasker, has drawn

Daniel Caesar had fans from all parts of the world eating out of his hand when he released his independently-issued debut album, Freudian, in 2017.  Now, after glowing reviews and recognition from the press and the Recording Academy, the treasured set has added one million equivalent units to its sales, taking it to platinum status. Freudian boasted co-stars, including

The Hip Hop Caucus recently selected the gold-selling artist Eric Bellinger to perform their 2022 Respect My Vote! midterm campaign theme song.  The aptly-titled song, “Speak Up,” is Bellinger encouraging individuals to go vote, supporting the Hip Hop Caucus’ campaign to drive positive change through the power of using your voice.  Speaking on the collaboration with

Lion Babe (Jillian Hervey and Lucas Goodman) beam throughout the video for their song “Radiant Child.”  Collaborating with Charlotte Sclapari on the video’s direction, the duo are found in a bamboo forest, beginning with an emotional Hervey crying and aiming her tears into the camera lens. Goodman explores the forest, only sitting down and being stoic

Of late, Gemaine has been silent with his new material. The emerging singer removes his quiet sign and jointly releases a new song called “No Questions” with Charlie Heat, who also produced it. There’s a subtle guitar that assumes the lead of this devoted groove where Gemaine makes no bones about being everything and more to his

Mary J. Blige is ready to shine with her forthcoming album Good Morning Gorgeous, which is due out Feb. 11, via her imprint Mary J. Blige Productions and 300 Entertainment.  The R&B legend points this out on the album’s artwork and official tracklisting that features new and familiar collaborators.  Good Morning Gorgeous spans 13 tracks

Discounting last year’s one-off track “I Miss U,” Siergio inserts himself back into the R&B conversation with his new song titled “Take You Out.”  The emerging crooner gets his hands on a smooth, uptempo backbeat produced by DJ Cool and sings about asking a love interest on a night out on the town. Not only does Siergio

Mary J. Blige has once again collaborated with Harlem rapper Dave East. However, this time it’s for her own single titled “Rent Money,” co-written and produced by D’Mile.  Easily a standout amongst the other two tracks already released from Good Morning Gorgeous, “Rent Money” finds Blige scratching off a winning interpolation of a classic (“F**k You Tonight”)

The road to Chlöe’s solo debut album has just turned to gold. “Have Mercy,” the smash debut single from the 23-year-old musician, has been certified gold by the RIAA for more than 500,000 equivalent units sold. This recent certification is Chlöe’s first pat on the back as a soloist, as well as her second gold

Tiana Major9 may gain a new set of eyes and ears soon. As a special guest, the London native, whose song “Collide” featuring EARTHGANG gained 2021 Grammy acknowledgment, has been added to Jazmine Sullivan’s Heaux Tales Tour.  Major9’s commitment for Sullivan’s headlining itinerary begins on Feb. 14, in Vancouver, British Columbia, and continues until March

Kaytranada and H.E.R. were the musical guests on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Tuesday. The RCA labelmates performed their melodic track “Intimidated.”  The performance opens with H.E.R., wearing her signature shades, behind a piano and Kaytranada at his station. It’s only a matter of time before H.E.R. steps away from her instrument to groove to the

Warner Records has announced its signing of emerging singer Raveena. Wasting no time to share new music, the Indian-American has released her latest single titled “Rush.” The melodic tune arrives with an accompanying video that Raveena co-directed with Munachi Osegbu. Speaking on her new single, Raveena shared in a statement, “I wrote ‘Rush’ a couple years

The Recording Academy has rescheduled the 64th Grammy Awards. It will now broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3, at 8 p.m. EST on CBS. The awards were originally set to air later this month in Los Angeles. However, due to the surge in cases from the Omicron

Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak) lead the charge at R&B radio as “Smokin Out The Window” gives the duo another No. 1 single from their critically-acclaimed debut effort, An Evening With Silk Sonic.  Produced jointly by D’Mile and Mars, the pair’s most recent single and fan favorite gained 84 new spins since last

Mariah the Scientist has wed Young Thug in the official video for their joint track “Walked In.”  The self-directed visual begins with the two joined at a decorative dinner table alongside their wedding party, as rapper Gunna toasts to their future.  It follows the narrative of the lyrics, tracing from meeting one night at the

R&B teen sensation Keedron Bryant has returned with his new EP, Keedron, via Warner Records. The six-track project, executive produced by Dem Jointz, finds the 14-year-old singer exploring topics around young love. It includes the previously released flirtatious tracks “Hello” and “Stubborn.” Rated R&B premiered the visual for the latter tune last November.  “Passing Thru” is the most