R&B

Two of music’s most revered iconoclasts are officially joining forces. Legendary soul visionary Erykah Badu and prolific hip-hop producer The Alchemist have announced their highly anticipated joint album, set for a digital release on Friday, August 28, 2026, via Control FREAQ Records and Young Recordings. Coinciding with the album’s release date announcement, the duo has

AKON performs “Lonely” during the Nights Like This tour stop in Detroit Photo Credit (Rocki Harris for ThisisRnB) We’ve been outside all summer with new music and hot shows, including the must-not-miss ‘Nights Like This’ tour featuring AKON and Ne-Yo. “It’s the best show out there that’s for sale right now!” AKON told ThisIsRnB’s Rocki

Grammy Award-winning R&B vocalist October London has officially released his highly anticipated new studio album, Love Me For Me, via Death Row Records/gamma. The 10-track project arrives alongside a brand-new official music video for the album’s focus track, “Body Talk.” Produced in its entirety by hip-hop veterans Snoop Dogg and Soopafly, Love Me For Me

Multi-platinum singer, songwriter, producer, and DJ Tinashe has officially released her latest single, “Melatonin,” alongside a striking new music video. The track serves as the newest offering from her highly anticipated eighth studio album, Popstar, scheduled for release on September 25. Produced by Zack Sekoff, nightfeelings, and Ricky Reed, “Melatonin” takes an experimental, EDM-driven approach,

Following the success of last year’s Christmas Everyday, Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Brandy Norwood is set to return to Lifetime for the upcoming holiday sequel, currently operating under the working title Christmas Everyday Again. The film, which recently wrapped production, will serve as a centerpiece for the network’s annual “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” holiday

Five-time Grammy Award-winning soul singer, songwriter, and producer Lalah Hathaway has officially released her brand-new single, “47th Street.” The track serves as a deeply personal love letter to the Chicago neighborhood where her family’s rich musical legacy first took root. “47th Street” paints a vivid sonic portrait of the pavement where Hathaway’s father—the legendary Donny

GRAMMY-nominated R&B trio FLO has officially released their highly anticipated sophomore studio album, Therapy At The Club. Available now via Republic Records, the 16-track project arrives alongside a brand-new music video for the single “Cry Ugly.” Therapy At The Club leans heavily into dark, euphoric R&B and pop, utilizing diaristic storytelling to document the emotional

Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and producer Merce—widely celebrated as a founding member of the seminal ’90s neo-soul group The Jazzyfatnastees—has officially launched her solo career with her debut album, ALIVE. Accompanying the highly anticipated project is the newly released lead single and music video, “My Guy.” “My Guy” was crafted alongside veteran industry collaborators Rick

Multi-platinum jazz saxophonist Boney James has officially joined forces with Grammy Award-winning R&B vocalist Ledisi to deliver a mesmerizing new collaborative single, “I Belong To You.” Available now across all major digital streaming platforms, the track seamlessly bridges the worlds of contemporary jazz and classic soul. “I Belong To You” offers a lush, mid-tempo groove

Simone Green is stepping into her power with ‘Black Queen’, a six-track collection created as both a celebration and a statement. This her sophomore album is Rooted in the strength, resilience, beauty and brilliance of Black women. The project explores confidence, healing, self-worth and the journey of embracing every part of who you are. For

Boney James is celebrating a major milestone with a little help from R&B royalty Ledisi. The four-time GRAMMY® nominee and acclaimed saxophonist has announced his 20th studio album, A Simple Man, arriving October 2 via Concord Records. Along with the news comes “I Belong To You,” a soulful new collaboration featuring Ledisi, accompanied by an

Motown Gospel is having a major moment as its roster earns 11 nominations for the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards, recognizing another standout year for Gospel music, worship and contemporary faith-driven artistry. Leading the label’s impressive showing are Jonathan McReynolds, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tye Tribbett, Pastor Mike Jr., and JJ Hairston & Youthful Praise, with

Five-time GRAMMY®-winning soul powerhouse Lalah Hathaway is taking listeners back to where her Chicago story began with her new single, “47th Street.” Out now via Hathaway Entertainment/SRG-ILS/Virgin, the deeply personal release is more than a song about a street—it’s a musical journey through family, history, migration and the memories that helped shape Hathaway’s identity. Inspired

Lindsey Webster has found the perfect voice to join her on “Best In Me,” a smooth new single from her latest album, Music In Me—and that voice belongs to Grammy Award-winning R&B favorite Anthony Hamilton. Known for blending R&B, neo-soul, jazz and pop, Webster brings a sophisticated warmth to the track, while Hamilton adds his

There’s something refreshing about an artist who isn’t afraid to let the music tell the story. Buffalo, New York rising R&B singer-songwriter Ryélle does exactly that on her debut EP, ‘Led Me To You’, a five-track project that blends contemporary R&B with a deeply personal message of spirituality, growth and finding purpose. Released July 22,

KEM next to the street sign in his honor(Photo credit: Vidal Leonard Photography) The City of Detroit honored one of its own, internationally acclaimed, platinum-selling, and GRAMMY®-nominated R&B artist KEM with a secondary street sign bearing his name at the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Third Street on Thursday, July 23. The

One of modern music’s most prolific songwriting catalogs is receiving a Caribbean reimagining with the release of Songs in the Key of Diane: A Reggae Compilation of Diane Warren Songs. Released via Regime Music Group’s Island Empire label, the landmark 13-track collection pairs the multi-Oscar-nominated and Grammy-winning songwriter’s timeless hits with prominent voices from the

Grammy-nominated R&B sensation Ari Lennox has officially returned to the airwaves with her brand-new single, “Hookah Baby.” Available now across all major digital streaming platforms, the track serves as a bold and infectious reminder of why Lennox remains one of the most distinct and celebrated voices in contemporary soul. “Hookah Baby” perfectly encapsulates the smoky,