BJ The Chicago Kid knows firsthand what it’s like living and growing up in The Windy City. That’s why the singer-songwriter was the perfect choice to record a new song called “The Chi,” named after the Showtime hit series. The enlightening song, produced by Jairus Mozee, finds BJ giving listeners a walk-through on surviving in his
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When you go into an album with the expectations thrown your way that the subject you’re tackling is a band from Finland, you generally temper your expectations to something primed more towards the metal genre; my American ignorance leaves me projecting the very little worldview I have towards anything outside of the United States, and
Ladies and gentlemen R&B Banger alert! Swedish singer-songwriter Snoh Aalegra, releases her new and highly anticipated single, “Lost You.” Sometimes we experience relationships that just aren’t meant to be, but we will always have love for that person. Furthermore, we will always and forever keep the things that we shared with that person near and
Nao’s has teamed up with Oscar and Grammy-winning producer D’Mile for her new single “Messy Love.” In an effort to protect her energy, Nao sings about deciding to leave an unhealthy relationship. She’s gone back and forth between staying and leaving, and now she’s strong enough to do without what she describes as a complex affair.
Culture’s biggest night The BET Awards show 2021 “Year Of The Black Women” will broadcast live this Sunday June 27 at 8:00pm. ET/PT. This year, Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winning actress, filmmaker and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson will host the star studded event. Critically acclaimed, Grammy award winning musician, Golden Globe winning and
After securing his first top 10 R&B single on Billboard this year with “No Plans For Love” featuring Ne-Yo, D-Nice has teamed up with Kiana Ledé for his new track “Rather Be.” Over a soothing production, crafted by CasperDoltAgain, Ledé tries to make sense of how she feels about her relationship. “Hold my heart, my
Dana Vaughns shares how his woman enjoys his more “Passionate” side on his new track. Filled with high-hats and 808 drums, Vaughns declares he’s no rookie and knows just what he will do if his lady comes through. Vaughns calms the sexual innuendos of the song in the accompanying video directed by Coco. The video
When Drake dropped “Marvins Room” in 2011, it immediately inspired some R&B artists to record their own rendition. Artists like Chris Brown, JoJo and Teyana Taylor saw viral success with their respective covers. Now, a decade later, Queen Naija shares her cover of the multi-platinum track, in partnership with Amazon Music for Black Music Month.
Rising singer Otis Kane has unleashed his video for “Can’t Stay Away.” In the Clara Aranovich-directed video, Kane attempts to go to sleep but is interrupted by a beautiful woman he can’t seem to get off his mind. His thoughts of her aggressively grow outside of his slumber and affect his thought pattern during recording sessions.
Stellar Award winner and celebrated praise and worship anthem writer, Todd Dulaney, returns with a brand-new album, “Anthems & Glory (Live),” inspired spontaneously by the Word of God. This new record finds Dulaney leading listeners back to the scriptures for hope, comfort, answers, instructions, and everything to live life according to the Word. He shared the
Raphael Saadiq has contributed an inspiring original song to the Nancy Buirski film A Crime On The Bayou, out today in select theaters. “My Path” is a strolling tune that embodies New Orleans soul, serving as an ode to Saadiq’s familial roots. He encourages listeners to stand in solidarity against racism in hopes of bridging a gap
Rising alt rnb gifted singer Diamond White released her debut single ” Digitally Yours” today 6/18 from her highly anticipated EP titled “Summerland.” White’s vocals melds and mixes over a smooth trap beat as she immerses us in her playful world and gives us a sexy glimpse into a fanatical desire for a certain beau’s
When you’ve got the precision attack of Greye, you don’t need much more than a sexy set of chugging riffs to make a hit single even better, and in their new cut “Over My Head,” the Florida-stationed rockers give us what could be some of the heaviest-hitting guitar parts of their career to date. Instead
Majid Jordan is ready to kick off the summer season with their new song “Been Through That.” Over an upbeat production, the duo’s vocalist Majid Al Maskati examines how people can over-extend themselves to people who don’t do the same. This can lead to them harboring emotions that may later reveal themselves while under the influence. “Sometimes they
Grammy Award winner and platinum-certified singer, H.E.R., has released her latest full album “Back Of My Mind.” What do we love about H.E.R.? Her voice, her passion, her soul, her authenticity – all of the above! Of course, she delivers and brings all of these components together oh so well on the new album. With
BET Networks unveiled the nominations for the 2021 BET Awards, set to take place on Sunday, June 27. Chris Brown and Chloe x Halle saw the most nominations among R&B artists with four each. H.E.R., Jazmine Sullivan, The Weeknd and Givēon, are a few of the other big names vying to take home awards at
Living legend and icon, Ms. Diana Ross releases new music after 15 years with first single “Thank You” from her comeback album of the same name due out this September. “Thank You” is Ross’ first EP with original material in 22 years “This collection of songs is my gift to you with appreciation and love,”
The countdown is over. R&B legend Stephanie Mills has made her return to music on Juneteenth, a day celebrating the end of slavery in the United States, with “Let’s Do the Right Thing.” The empowering song was co-written and produced by Marcus Malone. Mills has said the new song is about “uplifting, motivation, Black excellence,
Timothy Bloom, two-time GRAMMY award winning producer and songwriter recently premiered the music video for his latest single, “Loosing My Mind.” As Bloom flourishes in his music, he creates a whole world of healing and therapy with his journey of experiencing the world and making music. After graduating high school, he set off to Germany
The new single by R&B Singer/Songwriter, Darrell Kelley, is centered around the case of Ronald Greene. Ronald Greene was a 49 year old, African American male, who died as a result of an altercation with Monroe Police. Kelley’s material is typically based around African American subjects, who lost their lives to alleged police brutality/excessive force.