R&B

After much teasing and anticipation, R&B duo Bathe (composed of Devin Hobdy and Corey Smith-West)has released their new EP Bicoastal.  Across a nine-track set, the Brooklyn, New York duo takes us safely into the fall season with relaxed moods and romantic sounds. Songs like “Sundress” and “Pull Up” play into the modern-day vibes of courting, while

A sense of community is necessary to get through life. One can do things on their own but being surrounded by any level of support makes the journey much more gratifying. Jazmine Sullivan is no stranger to fostering transcendent connections. Hundreds of thousands of fans have flocked to her direct experiences since 2008. Yet, her

Emerging singer Grace Weber has released a new song titled “Touching the Sun.” It’s the first release of a set of tracks that will be featured on the deluxe edition of her debut album, A Beautiful Space. On the sultry tune, Weber describes the feeling of a relationship reaching new heights. “Here with you is so warm

As the temperature outside begins to drop, Lady Wray brings the heat with her new single “Under the Sun.” It arrives with a fun-filled video, directed by Daniel Oramas. Watch the premiered on Rated R&B above. The gleaming tune finds Wray feeling liberated and joyful as she soaks up the sun. “I feel like loving

RINI, one of R&B’s freshest faces, has turned in Constellations, his debut project bound to make a warm impression on fans of nocturnal production, brooding vocals, and intimate lyrics. He sets a pleasant mood straight out the gate with “Red Lights,” the sexy opening number spread over a serrated guitar featuring Wale. His second and

Before Pink Sweat$ embarks on his Pink Moon Tour this November, the Philadelphia native releases a new song called “I Feel Good.”  Sweat$ surges with a renewed sense of energy for life by seeing it through a more transparent lens, appreciating each and every rose-colored moment.  “I feel good / When there’s a million stars in the sky /

Fellas: Don’t break Raiche’s heart if you don’t want her to “Burn Your Clothes.” On the blazing track, the rising singer’s deceitful lover has pressed her last button, and she gets back at him by scorching his prized possessions left after extended stays. She brushes off his suspected anger at the end, saying, “You shoulda

KIRBY warned of a new album with several singles released this year. The extraordinarily textured singer finally sounds the alarm with Sis. He Wasn’t the One, the continuation of last year’s Sis.  The 10-track collection is a splendid addition to the crisp autumn weather, parallel to KIRBY’s jacketless heart in songs like “Boyz II Men,” an

Tori Kelly has joined forces with horn/percussion duo Brasstracks for their new collaboration, “Still Life.” Over a hip-hop soul production, Kelly sings about the emptiness she feels when her lover isn’t around. “It’s a still life, in this borin’ town / When you’re not around, I’m insane / And I wish I, wasn’t so alone / Every time

Serpentwithfeet’s latest studio set, Deacon, is getting a companion EP. Deacon’s Grove is set to release on November 5 via Secretly Canadian.  He offers up the first song, “Down Nuh River,” which arrives with an accompanying video that is complete with athletic choreography from him and male dancers at a park. The Keith Nedd-directed video also

Anthony Hamilton is a family man. The southern gentleman is running a few minutes behind schedule, calling in straight from his nephew’s football game. He apologizes more than once. Putting family first is, in part, another reason for the delay in Love Is The New Black, his most recent album and the follow-up to 2016’s

Tiwa Savage’s most recent project, Water & Garri, featured contributions from various artists, including one of her inspirations: Brandy. The two came together in the melanin-packed video for “Somebody’s Son.”  The Meji Alabi-directed video starts with Savage, clad in sheer gold attire, striking commanding poses while a Black king respectfully sizes her up.  Brandy sounds off her

The Shindellas have released a video for “Feeling the Pain,” the focus track from their debut album, Hits That Stick Like Grits.  Directed by ​​Taylor Oakes, the video finds the Nashville-based trio bringing class and elegance to a nightery as transition shots capture Tamara Chauniece going through the motions with her dishonest lover.  “Feeling the Pain”

When it comes to releasing new music, Miesa has not skipped a beat. The rising singer returns after a string of spring releases with the new song “Perfect Couple.”  Over a lush guitar-driven production, crafted by Aire, Miesa sings in an airy tone about how a picturesque romance may translate well to others but isn’t

In July, Ar’mon & Trey released a new album titled Trapped N Blues. The R&B duo has released a video for the project’s focus track, “Chanel,” featuring Queen Naija.  Directed by AlphaMale Visuals, the television series-inspired video finds Ar’mon & Trey in a lavish mansion living the bachelor lifestyle. Trey, dressed in a designer robe,

This week, H.E.R. and Chris Brown have nudged their way into the top 10 on Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart. “Come Through,” their newly-gold certified single, moves up one slot to enter at No. 10.  The song, produced by Mike WiLL Made-It, Cardiak, and Wu10, marks her third appearance in the top 10 this year

Robert Glasper has impeccable timing. With his Robtober residency underway at New York City’s Blue Note Jazz Club, the award-winning musician has shared a new track featuring Tiffany Gouché and D Smoke titled “Shine.”  Gouché carries the chorus meant to offer up beaming encouragement to audiences on a production that marries conscious hip-hop and relaxed

Tone Stith may be on tour, but that’s not slowing him down from releasing new music. The rising R&B singer has shared a new track titled “I Don’t Wanna.” On the track, a hot and bothered Stith hits up his girl to come join him in his bedroom. “Ain’t got all night, come get it

John Legend and Gary Clark Jr. have gained a new certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Their 2020 collaboration, “Wild,” is now certified gold with over 500,000 equivalent units sold.  “Wild” appears on Legend’s latest album, Bigger Love, which was among Rated R&B’s 30 Best R&B Albums of 2020. “With Bigger Love, Legend