Kiana Ledé has officially launched a new era of music. The singer has announced her third album, Cut Ties, is on its way.  While no release date has been shared yet, Ledé has released the album’s first two singles: “Natural” and “Space and Pu**y.” On the silky “Natural,” produced by Bizness Boi, Ledé coos about a […] The post Kiana Ledé Announces New Album ‘Cut Ties,’ Shares Two Songs appeared first […]

Progressive soul singer Black Hibiscus has released his new single “FORLӦRN” via MNRK Records. The ’80s-tinged ballad, produced by Black Hibiscus, is built on a resonant bass, languid percussion, and a wailing electric guitar. Lyrically, “FORLÖRN” underscores the residual emotions that may arise well into a healing journey following a breakup. It’s the push and […] The post Black Hibiscus Is Feeling ‘Forlörn’ on New Song: Stream appeared first on […]

Genre-bending artists Jordan Ward and Joony have joined forces for a joint EP, JRNY.  The six-track offering, available via ARTium Recordings/Interscope Records, includes the lead single “Jealously.” On the Max Free, Lido, and Samiy-produced track, they admit to feeling emotionally detached from a current relationship. “Jealousy, I want you all to me / But I can’t give […] The post Jordan Ward and Joony Take a Quick ‘JRNY’ on New EP: Stream […]

Elijah Blake is an artist with a clear mission. He carefully considers his vision for each project before diving in. Blake’s coming-of-age debut, Shadows & Diamonds (2015), was his commitment to bringing “honesty and sincerity back into R&B music.” His 2017 sophomore LP, Audiology, was his effort to challenge the status quo. Then there was […] The post Elijah Blake Can Only Be ‘Elijah’: Interview appeared first on Rated R&B.

The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, has unveiled the 2025 dates for The For My Fans Tour. She will be joined by special guests Ne-Yo and Mario. The Live Nation-powered tour begins Jan. 30, 2025, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. From there, MJB and the R&B gents will visit Atlanta, Charlotte, Tampa, […] The post Mary J. Blige Announces ‘For My Fans Tour’ Dates appeared first on […]

After much anticipation, The Weeknd and Playboi Carti have released their new collaboration, “Timeless.”  The trunk-rattling bop was produced by Pharrell Williams, with additional contributions from Ojivolta, Mike Dean, and Twisco.  “Ever since I was jit, I been legit / You should let her go, she wanna be it / Double-O tatted on her body, […] The post The Weeknd and Playboi Carti Share a ‘Timeless’ New Song appeared first […]

Emerging R&B singer LAVI$H is spellbound by his better half on his new single, “Twin,” featuring Mr. Talkbox. Produced by Tone Mason (Fantasia, Drake), “Twin” hears LAVI$H flexing his velvety vocals over a languorous bassline that’s accented by light percussion and digitized handclaps. “The way you walk and talk, baby / It’s like someone taught […] The post LAVI$H Shares New Song ‘Twin’ Featuring Mr. Talkbox appeared first on Rated […]

Ciara has released Goodies (20th Anniversary), a special deluxe edition of her iconic debut album.  The expanded set, available on vinyl and digitally, includes all the songs from the original album (excluding “Next To You”) plus three bonus tracks. The extra songs are the rarities “Crazy” and “Represent Me,” and a dance remix of “Goodies” by […] The post Ciara Releases ‘Goodies (20th Anniversary)’ Album: Stream appeared first on Rated R&B.

Craig David has returned with his new single “In Your Hands,” produced by Mike Brainchild. On the self-penned track, David chronicles his journey from an uncertain youth to a fully realized adulthood. It serves as a reminder that, even in the most ambiguous times, clarity is always on the horizon.  “I feel like a young […] The post Craig David Shares Uplifting New Song ‘In Your Hands’ appeared first on […]