Grammy-nominated artist Leven Kali has returned with his new single “Are U Still,” his first release under Def Jam Recordings. He co-wrote and co-produced the track with his longtime collaborator Sol Was. On “Are U Still,” Kali reaches out to a lover to see where things stand between them after a conflict. The funky song […] The post Leven Kali Holds on to Love in New Song ‘Are U Still’ […]

R&B’s future star Chxrry22 has returned with her new single “Just Like Me” via XO Records/Republic Records. The song’s production, helmed by Believve, evokes early 2000s R&B-pop flavor with its Neptunes-esque bounce. Lyrically, “Just Like Me” is bold, flirty and brims with confidence as Chxrry22 shows she can play the same games men try to […] The post Chxrry22 Plays the Game on New Song ‘Just Like Me’ appeared first […]

Frigid winter temperatures can’t stop Durand Bernarr from flourishing on his new album BLOOM. The Grammy-nominated singer’s third album, out via Create Music Group, is rooted in the process of growth. The project includes collaborations with T-Pain and R&B duo GAWD.  Regarding his new album, Bernarr shares, “BLOOM is me in full color—raw, sentimental, and […] The post Durand Bernarr’s New Album ‘Bloom’ Is a Testament to Growth: Stream appeared […]

Coco Jones has released her new single “Taste.” The sultry track, which samples Britney Spears’ 2003 hit “Toxic,” was produced by Stargate, Jasper Harris, and Aaron Shadrow. Over a silky production, Jones finds herself spellbound by her partner’s bedroom skills. “Got me where I’d never be / Way you kiss my lips and leave a […] The post Coco Jones Serves Up ‘Taste’ on New Song appeared first on Rated […]

Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and producer Leon Thomas visited NPR’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., to perform a soulful Tiny Desk Concert. Thomas, with his guitar, four-man band, and background singers, opened with “Vibes Don’t Lie,” the smooth number from his lauded sophomore album, MUTT. Keeping the vibes going, Thomas performed a couple more songs from his […] The post Leon Thomas Performs NPR Tiny Desk Concert: Watch appeared first on Rated […]

Chris Brown’s “Residuals” is a bonafide hit that keeps growing. The downcast ballad has achieved a new milestone on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay, rising from No. 13 to No. 8 on the chart, as R&B girl group Psiryn’s “Sober” holds the top spot for a second week. It earns Brown his eighth top 10 on […] The post Chris Brown’s ‘Residuals’ Enters Top 10 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay Chart […]

J. Valentine wants to divide and conquer in the bedroom with his new song “Separate Ways.”  On the passionate track, produced by Shawn Holmes, Valentine sings, “You know what to do I ain’t gotta say / Girl I wanna see those legs go their separate ways / Lay back and watch you put a show […] The post J. Valentine Shares Steamy New Song ‘Separate Ways’ appeared first on Rated […]

Ethiopian-American singer Mereba has returned with her sophomore album, The Breeze Grew a Fire, via Secretly Canadian.  She wrote every song on the album, as well as produced alongside Sam Hoffman and Kibrom Birhane. Across 13 gentle tracks, Mereba embarks on a soul-replenishing journey through the lens of motherhood. Heartwarming songs like “Out of the […] The post Meraba Releases New Album ‘The Breeze Grew a Fire’ appeared first on […]