R&B

Emerging R&B singer/songwriter Alex Vaughn has released her debut project, The Hurtbook, via LVRN/Interscope Records. The project features production by Rodney Jerkins, Camper and DJ Money. It includes the previously released tracks “Mirage” and “Talkin.” Across the project’s eight tracks, Vaughn pours her heart out as she processes a breakup and proceeds to move on with

If you loved the music video for Destiny Child’s Billboard No. 1 single, “Say My Name,” then you will absolutely love the new music video by Cuban musician and filmmaker Keithian for his summer smash “Chance?” out today. Keithian’s Top 15 single takes you on a journey from one room of color to the next.

[embedded content] The British-Somali artist and creative powerhouse, Anisa has just released her hot new R&B single “Deserve Me” on YouTube and all the usual streaming platforms from September 29th. This new single “Deserve Me” follows her debut single, “Yalla” which amassed over half a million plays online and was celebrated by BBC 1Xtra, Reprezent

Jamila Woods has launched a new era. The Chicago-based singer has returned with “Boundaries,” a new song produced by BLVK (J. Cole, Tank and the Bangas, JoJo). “‘Boundaries’ is a song about the negotiation between private and shared space in a new relationship, the risk involved in letting someone get close enough to see your

[embedded content] On Friday, 7 September, New York-based singer/songwriter Linda Diaz released her new single, “I’ll Be Around” on YouTube and all the usual streaming platforms. This single is Linda’s second single release since 2020 and showcases the new indie songwriting style she finessed during the music industry’s forced hiatus in the pandemic. The track

Twenty-five years ago today (Oct. 7), Janet Jackson released her sixth album, The Velvet Rope. The music icon celebrates the album’s milestone anniversary with a special deluxe edition. The Velvet Rope: Deluxe Edition features ten bonus tracks, including Teddy Riley‘s TNT Remix of “I Get Lonely” featuring Blackstreet, the J. Dilla (Ummah Jay Dee) remix of “Got ‘Til

[embedded content] The Nashville-native R&B artist, Dre Palindrome has just released his latest single, “Use To Be Broke” on YouTube and all the usual streaming platforms. Dre Palindrome is a natural musician and he’s well-versed in all aspects of the business. He produces, sings and writes his own material. He’s also an audio engineer from

Ari Lennox’s celebrated debut album, Shea Butter Baby, has been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The Washington, D.C., native’s first proper album has sold more than 500,000 equivalent units since releasing May 7, 2019. Shea Butter Baby had a lengthy promotional campaign, with its lead single, “Whipped Cream,” released in

(source:popdust.com) On Sept. 25, Rihanna and Apple Music confirmed speculation that the nine-time Grammy Awardwinner will headline the Super Bowl 57 halftime show. In an Instagram post that day, Rihanna hinted that she would be performing at the show. AppleMusic, the new official sponsor of the Super Bowl halftime show, confirmed that it will indeedhappen

R&B newcomer Chxrry22 isn’t wasting any time to showcase her voice in a live setting. Just days after releasing her debut EP, The Other Side, the XO Records/Republic Records signee performed for TIDAL Sessions. Dressed in a black leather jacket and denim jeans, the Toronto native opened her acoustic set with her focus track “Wasteland.” She

Cautious Clay has announced the new EP, Thin Ice on the Cake, which will arrive on Nov. 18. The forthcoming release marks his fourth EP, following Blood Type (2018), Resonance (2018), and Table of Context (2019). It also follows his 2021 debut album, Deadpan Love (More on that later). Thin Ice on the Cake, available

Emerging singer Ballad has poured up a new single, “Lemonade,” which is bound to quench anyone who is thirsting for fresh romantic tunes. On the passionate track, Ballad’s ultra-delicious mate activates a sugar rush that comes out in his acrobatic falsetto heard near the close. “So sweet / When I taste you on my lips

R&B newcomer Forest Claudette makes his formal introduction on his debut EP, The Year of February, via Warner Records. Though The Year of February is titled after the coldest month of the year, the genre-bending project is filled with heat. The opening track “Creaming Soda,” which is the lead single, is a smooth confessional that

[embedded content] The three-time Brit-nominated musician, KSI has just dropped his new single, “Summer is Over” on Atlantic Records and streaming across all the usual platforms including YouTube. His YouTube channel has an impressive 24 million subscribers. This single’s release marks a significant chapter in the talented artist’s burgeoning pop career. The tender lyrics combined

TeaMarrr has shared a video for her recent single “Wasted.” Directed by Jean Shepherd, the visual begins with a noticeably fed-up TeaMarrr bickering with her male partner about his contribution to the daily household chores. Amid the spat, she conjures up some magical tea and temporarily escapes her current reality for two alternative lives. You’ll

Brent Faiyaz has rolled out the official video for his recent single “All Mine.”  The black-and-white video, directed by Lone Wolf and Mark Peaced, features a forgotten love interest (portrayed by supermodel Joan Smalls) at a fancy restaurant, waiting across the table for her plus one to arrive. And who’s her extremely late guest? Faiyaz

[embedded content] The Toronto-based R&B singer/songwriter, Rayl has just released her new single “Summertime” featuring Erin B on all the usual streaming platforms. This song was produced by Adam Josh (Savannah Re, LOONY, Yarah). It was co-written by Rayl and fellow Toronto talent Erin B – who is also featured on the track. This sublime