R&B

After 7 is back. The Grammy-nominated trio (Kevon Edmonds, Keith Mitchell and new member Danny ‘SkyHigh’ McClain) has released their new single “Bittersweet.” The catchy mid-tempo, penned by songwriting duo Shakespeare (Tradessa Willis and Trevon Trapper), explores the ups and downs of a relationship.  “I am fairly certain that if you live life long enough
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ThisIsRnB had the pleasure to “Get To Know” the soulful Georgia native singer/songwriter LaJon. His incredible EP “Soliloquy” that was released today, delivers vivid storytelling through lyrics about reflecting on long lost love, missing home, braving the wilderness, and the stigma associated with being a “Wanderer.” His deep gospel roots can be heard vocally over
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UMI has the perfect chakra alignment for her latest project Introspection Reimagined. The title and songs take from last year’s meditative and dreamy EP.  With a strong focus on the stylish tones and rich arrangements, UMI gives the selections from her previous work a complete rebirth in an enchantingly musical way.  She revealed in a video
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The road to the 52nd NAACP Image Awards is one full of deserving recognition. Before the prestigious award ceremony airs live this Saturday, the new set of winners were announced during tonight’s non-televised virtual experience.  Beyoncé led the pack with seven nominations; she has already snatched three awards, including Outstanding Female Artist, Outstanding Duo, Group
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Verzuz continues to cater to the R&B community. With The Isley Brothers vs. Earth, Wind & Fire set for April 4, the growing brand, which celebrated its one-year anniversary this week, has announced its latest battle: Xscape vs. SWV. The highly anticipated event will take place on Saturday, May 8. LaTocha Scott of Xscape first
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The Library of Congress’ National Registry has just gotten larger. Pioneering recorded music by Janet Jackson, Labelle, and Kool & the Gang have been added to the exclusive database of historical titles that have been “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.” Jackson’s path-breaking 1989 album Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814 is among the 25 chosen recordings
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Like some hot food, Dawn Richard’s new single “Jacuzzi” needs to be blown a bit before stepping in.  The third offering from her forthcoming Second Line album describes an intimate interaction amongst lovers that she hopes prompts an exotic overload of steam and bubbles.  With lustful lyrics like “hit it like a snare” and “pull
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R&B newcomer Canjelae has shared a visual for her TK Kravitz-assisted single, “Wordplay.” The video finds the Bermudian singer rocking several stylish looks at home, as she enjoys Kravtiz’s company. “I’m so excited for the world to see the visual for ‘Wordplay,’ my new single featuring TK Kravitz! I’m usually pretty chill and laid back
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A classic never goes out of style, especially when beautiful voices are singing it. In collaboration with ESPN, Chloe x Halle put their enchanting harmonic language to work on a remake of Ray Charles’ timeless tune “Georgia on My Mind.”  It’s once again the soundtrack for their Masters Tournament, which is now in its 85th edition,
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After headlining his Trapsoul Series livestream concert on Thursday night, Bryson Tiller joins Ty Dolla $ign for the remix of his single “By Yourself.” On the updated track, which includes the originally featured acts Jhené Aiko Mustard, Tiller comes in on the second verse to celebrate independent women. “Yes, you did it by yourself, by yourself /
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Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Ant Clemons has released a new track and video titled “Story of My Life.”  In the video, directed by JAMES, Clemons pursues his dreams of becoming a singer. However, it causes some turmoil between him and his love interest (played by Tanrelle), as they find themselves struggling financially. The video captures the couple
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Jvck James, Rated R&B’s Front + Center artist, has finished his nearly two-year Detour and has released his new EP, Joyride.  On a pleasure trip for 17 minutes long, the emerging star globe-trots to different progressive soundscapes to showcase his in-demand artistry.  The opening track, “What You Want,” contains computerized melodies, highlighting his sense of innocence
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There are no days off for H.E.R. Following her Grammy two wins last Sunday, including Song of the Year for “I Can’t Breathe,” the California native linked with legendary producers/songwriters Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox at a studio in Los Angeles. Although there aren’t many details available about their studio session, Dupri hinted that they
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THISISRNB EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE:  Multi-Award Winning R&B-Soul Duo RUFF ENDZ Releases New Single, “CONGRATULATIONS” from their upcoming fifth studio album titled “REBIRTH.” David “Davinch” Chance and Dante “Chi” Jordan known as the r&b soul & hip-hop duo Ruff Endz. Formed in Baltimore in the mid-’90s, named after the “Ruff” parts of the city, and originally as
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