Soul singer and songwriter Charlie Bereal has released his new single, “Hope.”  On the uplifting anthem, which Bereal co-produced with Josef Liemberg, he offers spiritual words of encouragement for anyone experiencing hardship.  “It may get hard sometimes while I’m running this race / I’d rather be struggling before I get out His grace,” Bereal sings […] The post Charlie Bereal Offers ‘Hope’ on New Song appeared first on Rated R&B.

Summer Walker‘s new single “Heart of a Woman” has landed on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The soul-baring ballad opens at No. 28 on the chart, currently led by Mary J. Blige‘s “You Ain’t The Only One.”   “Heart of a Woman” now tallies Walker’s eighth entry on the chart. She made her first appearance […] The post Summer Walker’s ‘Heart of a Woman’ Debuts on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay […]

Usher has teamed up with Audible for its Words + Music storytelling series. The R&B icon’s installment, The Last Showman, premieres Thursday, Feb. 6.  According to Audible, The Last Showman will offer “an unfiltered look” into Usher’s 30-year career as he reflects on the past, honors the present, and anticipates the future.  Further, the three-act episode “will feature the […] The post Usher Tapped for Audible’s ‘Words + Music’ Series appeared first on Rated […]

The Weeknd has moved the release date of his sixth album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, from Jan. 24 to Jan. 31 due to the devasting Los Angeles wildfires.  Further, his one-night-only stadium show at Rose Bowl in Los Angeles has been canceled. The singer, born Abel Tesfaye, shared the announcement in an Instagram post on Monday (Jan. […] The post The Weeknd Delays ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Album Release Date Amid Los Angeles […]

Beyoncé‘s public charity foundation, BeyGOOD, is taking action in the wake of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.  The organization announced Sunday (Jan. 12) that it has donated $2.5 million to the BeyGOOD LA Fire Relief Fund.  “Los Angeles we stand with you,” BeyGOOD said in a statement shared on Instagram. “The fund is earmarked to […] The post Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD Donates $2.5 Million to LA Fire Relief Fund appeared first […]

Rising singer Journey Montana has released her new single “Best One” via 10K Projects.  On the confidence-boosting track, produced by Camper, Montana showers herself with words of affirmation.   “‘Best One’ comes from a place of acknowledging abundance, self-love, and appreciation for being the best choice in any situation. Every once in a while, dealing with […] The post Journey Montana Shares New Song ‘Best One’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Emerging soul balladeer Otis Kane ushers in the new year with his sophomore album, Violet, via Nettwerk Music Group.  The soulful set is preceded by the singles “Morning Sun,” “Dance With You,” “Honey” with Sugar Joans, “Genius,” “Scorpio,” and the latest offering, “Tomorrow.”  Regarding the lead offering, “Morning Sun,” he shared, “My studio is bathed […] The post Otis Kane Releases Sophomore Album ‘Violet’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Pop-soul singer Teddy Swims has teamed with R&B sensation GIVĒON for his new single “Are You Even Real.”  The dreamy ballad hears the crooners singing about a love that’s so magical that they wonder if it’s all in their imagination. “Are you even real / Or did I make you up? / How could someone […] The post Teddy Swims Taps Giveon for New Song ‘Are You Even Real’ appeared […]

SZA loves the idea of recording a joint album with her longtime collaborator Kendrick Lamar. The alt-R&B superstar stopped by the SHERRI show on Wednesday (Jan. 8) to promote her upcoming film, One of Them Days, which also stars singer and actress Keke Palmer. During the interview, host Sherri Shepherd highlighted some of SZA and K. […] The post SZA Says She’s Open to a Joint Album With Kendrick Lamar appeared […]