R&B

BJ The Chicago Kid continues his summer domination with his new song, “Type Of Day,” featuring Eric Bellinger. Spending a day with the girl of their choice, the R&B crooners use the chill track to sing about taking a cruise and blowing trees. The smooth guitar backbeat accentuates the good feeling the lyrics give you about

You’ve got to hand it to Amorphous. The fast-rising producer assembled quite a cast of legends and newcomers from R&B and rap for his debut EP, Things Take Shape.  Brandy, CeCe Peniston, Kelly Rowland, Kehlani, James Fauntleroy, Bree Runway, KOH, and RAYE join the young genius for the lighthearted, radio-friendly release.  Of the six tracks,

[embedded content] The sultry Serena Smart recently released her smash hit single, “Decisions”. This fresh, engaging jam features a smooth RnB laid-out track with enticing, sexy lyrics. The beat is smooth, the words are on point, and the overall composition is simply divine. Serena’s throaty lyrical flow soothes the mind, body, and soul. The accompanying

Emerging singer-songwriter Kori James and vocal engineer/singer Jehreeus have released a new summertime sadness anthem titled “Scotty,” co-written by Jawan. “Scotty” finds Jehreeus deep in his feelings as he reflects on a relationship that was met with letdowns. “Thinking about the way / I used to say your name / And you’d come and save the

Baby Rose has surprise released a new song called “Go.” It’s currently available for free download via Dropbox.  In “Go,” fans hear Rose once again singing from a relatable place. She is having to deal with a rocky relationship on thin ice, pleading with her partner not to abandon what they’ve spent so long building.

[embedded content] “That Love” by Zenesoul is a spectacular ballad that is well crafted with fresh music and hype lyrics. This romantic RnB track showcases Zenesoul’s magnificent voice with an angelic feel and presence. Swayback and forth and let your fingers and toes tap to this beautiful song. “That Love” is a trip down the

If Nobody Knows who Muni Long is, be prepared to find out on July 14 when her next project makes its debut. The forthcoming set follows last year’s Black Like This.  Nobody Knows will feature seven songs, including the previously shared “Build a Bae” featuring Yung Bleu and the sex-positive track “Thot Thoughts” with Sukihana. It also will include the

The Shindellas continue to astound us with their brand of sophisticated soul. Just weeks after melting the hearts of their fans with “Volcano Love,” the fantastic trio return with “When You’re Lonely,” a late-‘80s-esque flashback. Culled from their forthcoming album, Hits That Stick Like Grits, The Shindellas are fed up with the calls in the middle

Keithian might need to fall back from pursuing a certain someone on his new song “Go Bae.”  The pulsing and finger-snapping beat, well-built by OLivR and Loris Geisen, fits snugly to the emerging singer-songwriter’s astonishing voice and his message of experiencing a funny feeling after a love interest seems detached from the relationship.  “Go Bae” is the first

DaCosta, Jean Carter and ghettoblasterman — together known as Your Grandparents — shed some light on their debut album. Thru My Window is slated to arrive on July 16 via The Orchard. It will be their first project since their freshman EP Been Cold, released in 2019.  Jointly speaking on the new album, the trio

Andra Day and Janelle Monáe have contributed new songs to Netflix’s upcoming animated musical series, We The People.  The 2021 Best Actress Golden Globe winner reunites with Warren “Oak” Felder for “All Rise,” an empowering selection that calls for justice and equality for all. Day reminds young people to stand their ground for what is right until a positive

Being a pawn to a deceitful lover isn’t always apparent until the relationship is over. Lady Way, widely recognized as Nicole Wray, knows how this unfortunate situation feels and sings about it passionately on her new song “Games People Play.”  This retro soul-geared track has an old-school arrangement of driving percussion, swaying horns, and an

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences continues to move forward with its diversity and inclusion efforts regarding membership. The Academy unveiled a new class on Thursday of 395 artists and executives to become members this year, including big names in the R&B community. Among the invitees are Janet Jackson, H.E.R., Dernst “D’Mile” Emile

Gladys Knight‘s Protégé Avehre just released his single “Circles” and he is turning up the vocals as he lays down his signature cross genres mix of Gospel, Soul, Blues and R&B. Circles is a soulful track with such an upbeat easy flow vibe that makes it comfortable for one trying to figure out love,  it

Sinéad Harnett is the latest artist to partner with Apple Music for their Home Session series, dedicated to talents of various genres reimagining their songs as well as beloved covers from their residence. The British singer’s collection of at-home recordings features two songs from her newly released sophomore album Ready Is Always Too Late. She

BJ The Chicago Kid readies himself to take over summer 2021. The Chicago crooner does so by launching BJ Wednesdays, a weekly music series. He kicked it off with his remake of The-Dream’s “Fancy” from his 2009 Love Vs. Money album.  BJ took the original production, co-produced by Tricky Stewart and the Radio Killa himself,

Months after releasing their remarkable debut single, Jawan x Tiffany, composed of Jawan Harris and Tiffany Evans, make their return with a new song “To Myself.” Over the rhythmic De’Jour Thomas production, the duo sing about how they want each other all to themselves. Tiffany is initially nervous about the whole meetup, but through the reassurance

Dvsn has just released their first new song since signing a management deal with Love Renaissance (LVRN). It’s called “I Believed It,” and it’s a joint effort between the R&B duo and Ty Dolla $ign. The new song also includes guest vocals from the late Mac Miller.  Hearkening back to The Continental IV’s 1989 classic “(You’re Living

Time is one thing we never get back. Brent Faiyaz is willing to spend it all with the person he loves on his latest single “Wasting Time” featuring rap heavyweight. “If you’re gonna waste your time / Then waste your time with me / You can have all the space / More than you need