Mary J. Blige helps fans better visualize the grizzly lines of her new song “See What You’ve Done” with an official lyric video. The DJ Camper-crafted record — co-written by Blige, Nova Wav, and Camper — merely echoes the horrific storytelling of the documentary Belly of the Beast, which is based on the enforced and illegal
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Vibes aren’t hard to come by when Gourty Maxx (a.k.a. GMJR) works behind the boards. This is especially the case for former School of Rock actress Maryam Hassan, who now goes by the Mayhrenate in the music industry. She enlisted the Grammy-nominated producer to handle the mood-setting production for her debut EP, Plush, out now
The ‘90s golden age was and has remained a pivotal period in R&B’s music history. But proof that 2000s R&B was equally successful and of good quality lies in the fact that a new wave of impressive talent emerged poised and committed to upping the ante with their singular and integral artistic styles. Heather Headley
Mariah Carey keeps her festive #MC30 campaign going with six new EPs. This week, the vocal acrobat revisits 2005’s The Emancipation of Mimi with It’s Like That, We Belong Together, Don’t Forget About Us, Shake It Off, Say Somethin’ and Your Girl. Five of the six EPs are named after an official single from the Grammy-winning album.
DMV-phenom Brent Faiyaz is not missing any shots these days. The elusive crooner and DJ Dahi dropped their highly-anticipated single “Gravity” featuring rapper Tyler, The Creator. “Gravity” is a midtempo jam that is very guitar-heavy, thanks to Steve Lacy’s musicianship. The track caters to both Faiyaz and Tyler, The Creator’s distinct musical aesthetics. Lyrically, the track
[embedded content] Danny Jai is a twenty something college grad who adds to his credentials a growing hip hop career. Born in Donna, Texas this Mexican American makes Hip Hop romantic for the lovers of the world. “You and I” performed with fellow rapper Tory Lanez is smooth and sultry. This tune is easy to
Summer Walker deserves an award for showing artists how to work a debut album. The multi-platinum artist has shared a partial black-and-white video for “Body,” taken from her 2019 debut album Over It. The sensual video captures a stunningly pregnant Walker alone at a secluded location where she walks a beach and lounges around a
[embedded content] Listen now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0vHXrrBAZM Sidibe’s “Breathwork” is a breath of fresh air. Sonically, the song is a marriage between soulful, adult contemporary R&B ballad and world music sounds the likes of Enya. Sidibe’s deliberate, airy, vocal tones are slightly reminiscent of Janet Jackson in some instances and Sade in others. Yet, even with vocals
Oscar buzz is already swarming around Andra Day for best actress for her role as Billie Holiday in the upcoming drama, The United States vs. Billie Holiday. The Grammy-nominated artist could also join the best original song race for “Tigress & Tweed,” an emotionally piercing record written alongside Academy Award nominee and legendary musician Raphael Saadiq.
[embedded content] Listen now: https://smarturl.it/TolumiDE-Throwback TolumiDE is a Nigerian Canadian who now makes her home in Washington, D.C. Her song, “Throwback” is filled with eclectic R&B rhythms oozing “Suya Soul”, her unique take on the genre. Raised in Canada, but born in Lagos, Nigeria, her family moved to Canada, where she completed college at York
In the relatively short period after exiting Fifth Harmony, Normani has tallied two top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned three RIAA awards, including her first solo platinum certification for “Motivation.” Still, the talented entertainer has yet to release a studio solo debut. That all could be changing soon. It was revealed
R&B Singer Antonio Ramsey returns with an infectious feel-good track titled “Nights in Malibu” ft. Milaniaa Monroe. The soulful singer wanted to lift spirits during the unprecedented time of the COVID-19 pandemic by taking listeners along for a ride to a wavy night or two in Malibu as rapper Monroe’s delivery nicely compliments the track
LovAndre recently released his new smash hit single “That’s My Girl Too.” With a slamming beat and enticing lyrics, this R&B ballad celebrates the eternal essence of romanticism and lovemaking. With a smooth delivery, this fantastic artist showcases his magnificent vocals and presence on the mic. The captivating beat is guaranteed to keep your finger-snapping
On February 5, The Weeknd will release The Highlights, a new compilation album of songs released throughout his illustrious decade-long career. The 18-track record arrives just days before the global superstar headlines the Super Bowl LIV Pepsi halftime show. The retrospective LP, not to be called a greatest-hits album according to a press release, was
Award winning artist, singer and entrepreneur Kierra Sheard released a new single over the weekend titled “Something Has To Break.” The soul-stirring song features powerful vocals from Kierra Sheard and her mother, Gospel great, the incomparable Karen Clark Sheard joining together on an intimate performance, which was recorded from their acclaimed closing appearance on the
[embedded content] Listen now: https://linktr.ee/itsambri Feel good vibes is what we all need right now and Brooklyn’s own princess and songstress AMBRI delivers at the right time with “Too Early”. With its Afro-Carribean beat and smooth vibe, this critically-acclaimed single featuring hip hop artist Kevin AntoniYo is sexy and fun and puts you in a
Just days after premiering her new single “2:35 (I Want You),” Ashanti follows up with a supporting video. In the JaQuel Knight-directed visual, Ashanti makes a late-night stop at her man’s house. She arrives at his spot wearing a leather trench coat before unveiling her sexy lingerie. The R&B vet makes her way upstairs, where
TV ONE premiered it’s two-part documentary “Unsung Music and The Movement” remembering the artists and songs that have provided the soundtracks for the fight for justice and equality. The special incorporated first hand accounts, interviews with artists and media, coupled with archival footage from memorable speeches, powerful performances and more. One of the show’s featured
[embedded content] From the promo leading to the release of the official video a couple of days ago, Mivviih’s new single “Ok” has lived up to the expectations. From the sounds and looks of this release, it is clear that Mivviih is here to stay. Sonically, her sound is reminiscent of a young Beyonce or
Soul newcomer LOONY has released the song “raw” from her forthcoming EP soft thing. It’s the second track from the pending project, which arrives independently on June 17. For the smooth, tender tune, LOONY turns in a sweet ethereal performance that effectively accentuates the warm acoustic guitar playing and groovy backing vocals. The sentimental lyrics