The Shindellas look like a million bucks in the official visual for their hot new single “Money.” Filmed in a warehouse and shot by Aaron Greene, the three vocalists break the bank in the energy and style department. The lively trio, dressed in sequin jumpsuits, leaves no corner of the warehouse untouched as they each
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It’s a good thing Queen Naija has decided to “Pack Lite” because she has another gold plaque to add to the moving boxes. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), the top 20 R&B single, produced by Warren “Oak” Felder, Alex Nice, and Keith “Ten4” Smalls, is now certified gold, with over 500,000
Dawn Richard’s upcoming album Second Line is almost ready for total consumption. But before the timer sounds off on its April 30 due date, the fearless performer unleashes another early track titled “Mornin | Streetlights.” The split track begins with a soundbite from a candid open-ended conversation Richard is having with her mother about her mother’s love
Those familiar with Sinéad Harnett know that she never misses when it comes to new music. The British singer’s new song “Hard 4 Me 2 Love You” from her forthcoming sophomore album is a perfect example of her grandness. The song, based around an affecting piano framework, hears Harnett’s voice awash in pain as she
One thing Raheem DeVaughn is going to do is release an album. On June 4, the self-proclaimed Love King will do just that when he puts out Lovesick via Mello Music Group. Like last year’s What A Time To Be In Love, which was produced entirely by The Colleagues, the forthcoming album is another collaborative
ThisIsRnB sat down for an in-depth conversation with Harlem’s emerging R&B singer songwriter artist, SonE Music. The New York native hits the scene with his debut single “How IT Feels” featuring fellow artist J. Martin. “How It Feels” is a smooth ballad, that takes the listener on a harmonious journey, with beautiful runs that perfectly
If Masego still has his phone on airplane mode from Studying Abroad, he might miss the news that his song “Tadow” with FKJ is now certified platinum. The sophisticated jazz anthem, all about a ravishing woman who’s a bonafide mantrap, was initially released in October 2017. The following year, it made the suave performer’s debut album Lady Lady,
Rising singer Langston Bleu makes his formal introduction with his debut project titled Bleu. Speaking on Bleu, he wrote on Instagram, “When I decided to come back to music I knew it had to be different. I knew I had to come harder and I had a lot to prove especially to myself. This body of work
Otis Kane has a word of advice for the cynics on his new song, “Run.” The funk-tinged production provides the perfect elements of urgency Kane displays. He warns the naysayers of an oncoming revolution while supporting the ones that’ll take part in the rebellion. In the first verse, he sings, “You curse our names /
Around the time Khalid released his sophomore album Free Spirit in 2019, he was named the most-streamed artist worldwide on Spotify. Two years later, with his third album in the works, the R&B sensation is now the frontrunner in the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) contest as the youngest artist to sell over 74.5
Emerging singer/songwriter SMITH finds himself stuck in a merry-go-round relationship on his new single “Round and Round.” Over a soulful, yet bouncy production, helmed by Jay Abe, SMITH vents about his frustrations with hitting a dead-end with his partner. “It ain’t been the same since you left / And the least you could’ve done was say
Sunni Colón needs just a little inspiration on his new single, “Provide.” He explained the inspiration behind the soothing tune in a statement. “Influences from Africa and Brazil, along with my musical knowledge of the ’70s and ’80s, inspired my new single ‘Provide,’” said Colón. “I worked through and arranged gliding horns and a bridge with
Phabo catches himself slipping on his new song “Slippery” featuring Destin Conrad. Boundaries and restrictions don’t exist on the sinuously seductive track, which produced by Los Hendrix (SZA, Brent Faiyaz). Phabo explicitly states his feelings as he ensures his lady that she is the only one for him. “It’s getting slippery / Like water running
Blending talent, an impressive industry resume and music that truly connects with a fanbase, “ImSoMaleeK” is a serious talent to watch out of New York. The Bronx native’s new EP “Soul Shift” just released today and serves as a lively appetizer for fans to chew on before he drops his debut album King of the
Kierra Sheard-Kelly has a whole new outlook on legacy these days. It’s early Tuesday afternoon in April. The gospel vocalist, known to the world as the daughter of Karen Clark-Sheard of The Clark Sisters, is on a call with Rated R&B, detailing how her perception of legacy has matured over the last year. “Once upon
Doja Cat and SZA intend to start the summer off right this year with their new anthem and video for “Kiss Me More.” A sunkissed, bouncy tune produced by tizhimself, Carter Lang and Rogét, “Kiss Me More” features both musical prowesses sensually crooning about embracing the now with their significant others. “Can you kiss me
“It’s a matter of time before I find my way home / It’s a matter of time before I get it together,” Kem sings on “Matter of Time,” the opening track on his debut album, Kemistry. The uplifting song, written by Kem, offers a sense of hope for anyone going through hardships — something the
Erykah Badu warned ladies about Tyrone years ago. However, KIRBY didn’t get the memo and has fallen for his good looks and charm on her new song “Boyz II Men.” The singer has a ball with the searing production, guided by Spencer Stewart. The exhaustion of past love plights and dead-end encounters is evident in
Otis Kane isn’t slowing down. Just two months after releasing his Growing Pains EP, the singer-songwriter returns with a new track titled “Sweet Sensation.” Over a funky bassline that is paired with Kane’s soothing vocals, he details the passionate feeling of being around his love interest. “I get a sweet sensation / Yeah, when I’m talkin’ to
British bombshell Kara Marni whose latest single “Trippin” continues to soar, is a rising RnB starlet. The Tripped Out Soul Mix of the track was done along with the legendary Verdine White of the GRAMMY-award-winning group Earth, Wind & Fire. With iconic fans like White and Elton John, Marni is earning accolades reflective of her