When the world feels heavy, Chase Shakur’s debut album, Wonderlove, is here to ease the burden. The opening track, “Introduction,” is a heartfelt and spiritually infused poem Shakur wrote that establishes the album’s tone. “May God let us pour into each other,” a woman narrates over delicate piano keys before continuing, “Let my love be […] The post Chase Shakur Talks Debut Album ‘Wonderlove’: Interview appeared first on Rated R&B.

The lineup for Roots Picnic 2025 has been announced. The two-day festival returns May 31–June 1 at The Mann in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia. Neo-soul icon D’Angelo will headline this year’s festival alongside The Roots. The singer, songwriter and musician previously performed at the Roots Picnic in 2016 in New York City.  Legendary artist Lenny […] The post Roots Picnic 2025 Lineup Revealed: D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz and More appeared first […]

R&B duo THEY. has released their fourth album LOVE.JONES via drink sum wtr. The featureless project, which merges the last names of members Drew Love and Dante Jones, was also inspired by the 1997 cult classic Love Jones.  “I just keep movies on while we’re working and Love Jones kind of sparked something and had […] The post R&B Duo THEY. Release New Album ‘Love.Jones’: Stream appeared first on Rated […]

Valentine’s Day just got even more naughty with kwn’s remix of her blazing track “Worst Behaviour” featuring Kehlani. The bedroom banger, produced by kwn, includes a lip-biting verse from Kehlani where they fervently sing: “Imma turn into a slip and slide / I’ll make sure you’re satisfied.” Throughout the rest of the track, kwn and […] The post Kwn Taps Kehlani for ‘Worst Behaviour (Remix)’: Listen appeared first on Rated […]

Gospel star Marvin Sapp is taking a mini detour into the world of rhythm and blues. The award-winning singer has released his new EP, If I Were an R&B Singer. The project opens with “Conversations with the Bishop,” an interview with on-air personality Tyrene “TJ” Jackson, where she asks the former Commissioned member if he’s […] The post Marvin Sapp Releases New EP ‘If I Were an R&B Singer’ appeared […]

Erykah Badu was among the list of winners at the 2025 Grammy Awards. The neo-soul legend won Best Melodic Rap Performance for her feature on Rapsody’s “3:AM.” It marks the rapper’s first-ever Grammy win. “So much to feel,” Rapsody wrote in an Instagram post. “So many loved ones to thank. Not enough words to articulate it […] The post Erykah Badu Wins First Grammy in Over 20 Years at 2025 Grammys […]

Jagged Edge will celebrate the 25th anniversary of their second album, J.E. Heartbreak, with a commemorative tour.  The legendary R&B group has announced the dates for An Evening With Jagged Edge: 25 Years of J.E. Heartbreak. Promoted by Live Nation Urban, the U.S. tour kicks off March 26 in Dallas. From there, the quartet will visit major cities, […] The post Jagged Edge Announces ‘J.E. Heartbreak’ 25th Anniversary Tour Dates appeared first on […]

The Weeknd is back on good terms with the Recording Academy after a three-year boycott. The Canadian singer made a surprise appearance at the 2025 Grammy Awards, where he performed “Cry For Me” and “Timeless” from his latest album, Hurry Up Tomorrow. Before The Weeknd hit the stage, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason, Jr. delivered […] The post The Weeknd Ends Grammy Boycott With Surprise Performance appeared first on Rated […]

R&B girl group PsiRyn (pronounced “siren”) has scored their first No. 1 hit. Their debut single, “Sober,” climbs from No. 2 to No. 1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart (dated Feb. 15).  The song, which features writing and production by Kandi Burruss, who formed the group, bumps Coco Jones‘ “Here We Go (Uh […] The post PsiRyn’s ‘Sober’ Goes No. 1 on Billboard Adult R&B Airplay Chart appeared […]