R&B

Mariah Carey proves why she’s the queen of remixes. The music icon has joined forces with rising rapper Latto for the official “Big Energy (Remix),” along with DJ Khaled.  The updated version opens with Carey’s glass-shattering whistle, followed by a new vocal performance of the first verse of her hit single “Fantasy.”   “Oh, when

TV One’s hit autobiographical series UNCENSORED delves deep into the lives of your favorite personalities as they provide first-hand accounts of their success, and the obstacles they faced throughout their careers. This week’s episode highlights award-winning actor Taye Diggs.  Diggs has been a lifelong actor and performer for many years and made his Broadway debut in

Beyoncé opened the 2022 Oscars on Sunday night with her first-ever live performance of “Be Alive,” a contender for Best Original Song that she co-wrote with Dixson. The song, which marks Beyoncé’s first Oscar nomination, is lifted from the King Richard soundtrack. Based on a true story, King Richard follows the life of Richard Williams, the father of Serena

On Thursday, singer and rapper Doja Cat seems to be leaving or taking a break from music after her performance in Brazil, and some tweets from frustrated fans in Paraguay. Doja’s show had to be to cancelled on opening day of the Asuncionico Festival Parguay due to flooding and a major storm. Allegedly some on

Eric Bellinger is making the week before the 2022 Grammys count. The singer-songwriter has teamed up with Tone Stith for a remix of his New Light single “Go Get It.”  Enhancing the unselfish track with his brand of stylish vocals, Stith expresses a will to get the job done in varied ways for his lady of interest. While

New Jersey native RNBHunter just dropped his first R&B single release of 2022 with “The Best” which was produced by KingSiNevo and released on Soundcloud on March 25. This single is a soulful and melodic record which tells the story of Hunter in pursuit of a beautiful girl. The story is in the lyrics and

Savannah Ré has returned with her new song “Fiji,” her first music release since last year’s “24 Hrs.”  Like T-Pain, Ré has a special someone sprung from her goodness. So much so that they’re head-over-heels and wanting to keep tabs on her whereabouts.  “This thing got you trippin’ on it / Asking where I’m going,

[embedded content] Pop/R&B artist, Alfred Jackson is releasing his new single “Do You Think About Me?” on Friday, 25 March 2022 and you can watch the teaser trailer for his YouTube promo video. The single will be included in his new album U.G.L.Y. which is scheduled for release on June 17, 2022. R&B and soul

R&B newcomer Eli Derby has released his debut EP, Left on Read, via Love Renaissance (LVRN)/Interscope Records. The five-track project, all co-written by Derby, includes the previously shared songs “Gaslight,” “Love Song” and “Lately” featuring 6LACK. “Skyfall,” one of the two new tracks, is a gut-wrenching tune that finds a heartbroken Derby reflecting on a relationship

The powerhouse Bree Runway, is taking the industry by storm with the release of her new single and video for “Someone Like You” out today. “Someone Like you” an ode to my future lover, in a generation where love and relationships have become so transactional, I’m still preserving myself for the real thing.  “Somebody like

Rapper EB Locha Mocha Rapper EB Locha Mocha is releasing her single “Something Different” on March 25, 2022 on Apple Music. EB Locha Mocha is an emerging talent and female rapper hailing from Natchitoches, Louisiana. Her love of music started from early childhood where she participated in extensive voice and violin musical training up to

Do the pressures of life currently weigh you down? Elaine has a new single titled “Shine” that can offer a ray of hope.  On this alternative-styled track, where soulful elements meet traces of pop, Elaine sings about a relationship in which she wants the person to show off the beauty within them that she sees. She also

Today, Verzuz and Triller, the culturally-powered, entertainment and media platform for creators, announced that entertainment executive Steve Pamon as the President of Verzuz. Pamon will manage all aspects of the global business, including overseeing go-to-market, production, and logistical operations for Verzuz, including contracts, sponsors, venues, programming, live events, and partnerships. Regarding this announcement, Triller Chief Executive Officer Mahi de Silva commented, “Steve is the proverbial triple threat. His exceptional

Sabrina Claudio will release her next album, Based On A Feeling, on May 6 via Atlantic Records. The 11-track album includes the previously released “Put On Repeat,” as well as her latest song “Better Version,” produced by Stint and Blue Rondo.  On this track brushed with warm strings and a persistent kick drum, Claudio walks a thin

This past week, ThisIsRnB had the pleasure of attending Neiman Marcus and Philadelphia Magazine’s evening event to Celebrate Women: Our History. Our Community. Our Leadership in Business. The moderator was Philadelphia Wedding Editor, Kristen Schott, the guest panel featured ultra-luxury re-commerce brand ‘FASHIONPHILE’ founder, Sarah Davis, international and national high end fashion house ‘Autumn Adeigbo’s

Marzz has announced a deluxe edition of their debut EP Love Letterz. It will release on April 7 via Keep Cool/RCA Records.  “I’m excited to share this new project,” said Marzz in a press release. “These are the songs that I wrote while I was healing, and still figuring out what boundaries I want set for my

Syd has announced the dates for her Broken Hearts Club Tour. R&B newcomer Destin Conrad will tag along as a supporting act. The tour kicks off April 27 at Vogue Theatre in Vancouver, British Columbia. From there, Syd and Conrad will travel across North America, hitting major cities such as Seattle, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Baltimore,

85° West Music Festival presents Billboard-chart topping, Grammy-award winning musician and performer Janet Jackson, and the Award-winning group New Edition who will perform at this year’s  Kentucky Derby on May 7th, Louisville Kentucky at Lynn Stadium. As the famed Kentucky Derby is known for horse racing, this will be the first time a concert will