R&B

GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter and actress Tamar Braxton is using her voice for more than music and television—she’s stepping into the health space in a powerful new way. The multi-talented artist and outspoken advocate has partnered with Gilead Sciences, Inc. to raise awareness about HIV prevention, with a focus on educating Black women about PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis).

Gospel music’s biggest night is turning 40—and it’s going to be unforgettable. The 40th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards will take place on August 16, 2025, at Nashville’s historic Schermerhorn Symphony Center, and this year’s hosts are none other than GRAMMY-winning legends BeBe & CeCe Winans. Presented by Central City Productions, this milestone event celebrates

The City of Brotherly Love was alive with rhythm and spirit as The Dell Music Center, in partnership with Philadelphia’s Parks and Recreation Department, launched its highly anticipated 2025 concert season , Thursday July 10th. Under the visionary leadership of Commissioner Susan Slawson, the opening night was a beautiful reminder of how Philly does music

A multiple Stellar Award winner, Grammy-nominated and Billboard chart-topper, Travis Greene and Grammy, Emmy, Golden Globe award winner, Andra Day bring their powerful musical legacies together in new single “Let Freedom Ring” and accompanying music video. Delivered via Tribl Music Group, “Let Freedom Ring” is more than just a song—it’s a heartfelt call that spans

London-based girl group FLO have teamed up with super producer Kaytranada to release their new song “The Mood”. “The Mood” is a sultry summer track that flips the script, capturing sexual confidence as their smooth vocals glide Kaytranada’s slick production. Speaking about “The Mood,” FLO says: “The Mood is a fun and fresh take on

Stokley from the legendary group Mint Condition makes his much anticipated return with the brand new single “Rare (No, No, No)”, via Bluraffe Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Stokley and serves as the first release from his forthcoming album, iAmTheCulture, due out later this year. Blending Caribbean influences, addictive rhythms, and Stokley’s

The Essence Festival of Culture 2025 brought all the vibes—live music, powerful conversations, endless dancing, and a celebration of Black culture in every form. Held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center from July 4 to July 6, this year’s festival embraced the theme: “Boundless. Limitless. Made Like This.” Each day kicked off with a

Check out the brand new single from Eric Roberson called “Over You, Under You”. The upbeat jazz-soulful tune features Najee and Jayshawn Champion. This is the second offering from Roberson’s upcoming 18th studio album “Beautifully All Over The Place”, which will release on July 23rd. “Over You, Under You,” was written and produced by Eric

Renowned actor and singer/songwriter Keith Robinson is back with the brand new single “Forever Bae”. The new single serves as the first single release from Keith’s anticipated forthcoming album, “LOVE EPISODIC II.” The album will be released later this fall. “Forever Bae,” is the soulful declaration of one man’s love to the woman he plans

Following a sold out run of tour dates this Summer, R&B legend Raphael Saadiq has announced an expansion of his one-man show No Bandwidth: One Man, One Night, Three Decades of Hits with twenty-two new Fall tour dates. The one-man-show offers a powerful blend of storytelling and emotionally evocative experience, with Saadiq guiding audiences through

Syd has just unveiled her first new song in over three years with the brand new single “Die For this”, out now via Free Lunch/Warner Records. As she heads out on the road with Billie Eilish this summer she wanted to just give a peek into her process. Playing with tempo and continuing to push

R&B veteran Lady Wray (formerly Nicole Wray) is back with the brand new single “You’re Gonna Win”. She’s also announced that her upcoming album “Cover Girl” is set to release on September 26th, 2025 via Big Crown Records. “Cover Girl” will continue Wray’s decade long partnership with producer Leon Michaels. Together, Wray and Michaels have

R&B legends Brandy & Monica have officially announced their “The Boy Is Mine” co-headlining tour. Produced by Black Promoters Collective, the 24-city arena tour kicks off October 16 and travels across the U.S. through December 7. It also marks a historic moment more than 25 years in the making, building on the legacy of their

With her latest single “Daddy Issues,” singer, songwriter, and actress Diamond White delivers one of her most personal and emotionally gripping tracks yet along with the official accompanying music video— a haunting, heartfelt reflection on growing up without a father and the quiet painful weight that lingers long after. Diamond’s voice aches with honesty as

It’s official — the R&B event of the decade is here! Brandy and Monica just announced “The Boy Is Mine Tour” live on CBS Mornings, and we couldn’t be more excited! For the first time ever, these two GRAMMY-winning icons are hitting the road together for a 24-city arena tour that kicks off October 16

This past Father’s Day in Philadelphia, the Kimmel Center’s newly named Marian Anderson Hall was alive with the electrifying spirit of jazz. Presented by Ensemble Arts Philly, the legendary “Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra”, led by the incomparable Wynton Marsalis, delivered a concert that was nothing short of extraordinary—a soulful celebration, a history lesson, and

Anna Moore has been one of our favorite independent artists to follow for years, and she returns with the smooth and soulful new single “My Own Worst Enemy”. In her own words, here is her inspiration for the song: I started writing this record about a year ago. Everything I wrote about in that song

“The Wiz,”presented as part of the Ensemble Arts Philly Broadway Series, wrapped its run in Philadelphia on June 15 — and what a ride it was! From start to finish, the production delivered an electrifying performance that had the audience hanging on every word, note, and dazzling moment. Taking on the iconic role of Dorothy,