Tone Stith has a trend of cranking out banger after banger. His new song “Like The First Time,” co-written by Grammy and Oscar-winning singer-songwriter Tiara Thomas, is no exception. The lyrics of this super chill track find Stith calling out his female friend, who is capping on her timeline about what he brings to the
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Pharrell, T-Pain, Ryan Leslie and many more – are all a part of a decorated group of elite producers turned singers. Producer/singer/songwriter Don DiestrO, makes his case to be the next respected musical hybrid with the release of his new single, “Trust.” Often times in relationships, baggage from the past can weigh down your current
Guitarist Russell “Hitman” Alexander’s East Coast based act The Hitman Blues Band enjoys one of the best reputations in the best bands in the blues scene. Their popularity as both a live and recording outfit sets them apart from many other acts; it is a genre where bands building their act around ransacking the genre’s
Singer-songwriter and producer Josh X has teamed up with fellow Haitian rapper Baky for his new track “Eskize Mwen.” Speaking on his new single, Josh X explained, “‘Eskize Mwen’ is a kickoff to the summer. As we prepare for post-COVID life, this record looks to fuse together the Brooklyn “Drill” sound with Koompa to create a
Expect to be blown away anytime Doja Cat takes the stage of any awards show. The fusion artist stormed last night’s Billboard Music Awards alongside SZA to perform their “Kiss Me More” collaboration for the first time. From the striking looks to the bomb choreography, the two entertainers sold the bouncy tune as if their
Pressure can do one of two things – produce diamonds or shatter pipes. The outcomes are on different ends of the spectrum and are what singer/songwriter Joelle James, explores on her new single, “Apply Pressure.” Most known for writing Ella Mai’s “Boo’d Up” and a decorated career writing for the likes of artists such as
Whichever direction a relationship takes, you have to know that you’ll be fine, no matter how painful it might be. LOONY is facing this harsh reality in her new song “either side.” It’s the third song from her upcoming album, Soft Thing, due June 17. The serene track finds LOONY’s airy harmonies against brash drums,
Many within the Black community are still left searching for answers in the wrongful deaths of unarmed Black individuals; Butterfly Ali is one of them and expresses it in his new song called “Truth Is.” Ali shared in a press statement he used his affecting voice for this song to “open up more conversations” about
What the world needs right now is more love and inspiration, and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis assisted in spreading both at last night’s Billboard Music Awards. The legendary songwriting and production duo had some help from Sounds of Blackness and Ann Nesby, performing a stripped-down version of their hopeful anthem “Optimistic” remote from Prince’s
H.E.R. is almost assured of hitting the number-one spot on R&B radio with “Damage” in the coming week. Before she does, the multi-awarded musician is celebrating the platinum success of the Herb Alpert-sampled track. It has now sold more than one million equivalent digital units in the United States. The achievements of “Damage” date back
Singer TJ Jackson wants to know why he is feigning over a mystery woman on his brand new song “Secret.” On the David Thulin-produced tune, Jackson discusses falling for a woman who is hiding something stronger than secret, the art of temptation. The song has a modern feel to it reminiscent of the trap soul
“Situationships” can oftentimes be bad, but other times be oh so good. That’s exactly what Empire Records singer/songwriter Ryélle brings to life with the official music video for her latest single, “Love”. The track, produced by multi-platinum producer De-Capo (credits include T-Pain, Iggy Azalea, and more) and mixed by Grammy-nominated engineer/songwriter Chad C-Note Roper, describes
Masego has booked a few more nights at his relaxing villa, releasing the deluxe edition of last year’s Studying Abroad. The Extended Stay version is a suitcase of all six songs from the resorting EP, including the D’Mile-produced “Passport” and the taunting “Bye Felicia.” The sensual shapeshifter orders five new songs from room service. One
50 years ago was 1971, it was in the midst of the Vietnam War. It was a time of turbulence, similar to what’s going on now – people were experiencing confusion, hurt, a community on drugs, violence and more. Right when it was needed, we were blessed with “Inner City Blues”, “Mercy, Mercy Me” we
Front + Center is Rated R&B’s artist discovery series, putting new and emerging R&B singers at the center of your attention. Being ready and fully prepared can be an excuse for people to hold themselves back from going after their dreams. We tend to hear that waiting for the right time to go after what
Alicia Keys celebrates the 20th anniversary of her debut album, “Songs In A Minor” and will perform select hits from the multi-awarding winning album at billboard music awards airing this Sunday, May 23rd. The classically trained artist first began writing the critically acclaimed masterpiece at the early age of 14. The album debuted at number
Kehlani is rolling in seven new certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Three collaborations have resulted in gold awards, including the Keyshia Cole-featured “All Me,” the Dom Kennedy-assisted “Nunya,” and “Can I,” featuring a Canadian native. Kehlani’s 2015 mixtape, You Should Be Here, also received a gold plaque. It made Grammy history
It’s the sound of unrequited love for us on J. Howell’s latest single, “Why You Hurting Me,” of which the audio and visuals dropped today, May 21. The Memphis-born singer-songwriter delivers soul from the south as he laments about an expired relationship. Baring the depths of his conflicted heart he plaintively sings, What if I
Many of us wish we had the power to carve away the worries in the hearts of loved ones. On the new deeply emotive song “If I Could,” Charlotte Day Wilson longs to be the saving grace to a hexed person who is bogged down by afflictions. For whatever reason, though, the Toronto singer cannot
Gospel music trailblazer, actress and newly-wed Kierra Sheard–Kelly can now add author to her many list of accomplishments with the release of her debut book titled; “Owning The Women God Made You to Be, Big, Bold and Beautiful.” In the book, Sheard-Kelly shares her hard-won advice on body positivity, spiritual self-care, goal setting, finding your joy,