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 […]

After her 54th birthday (Jan. 11), Mary J. Blige continues to celebrate Capricorn season with a new No. 1 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The R&B icon’s latest single, “You Ain’t The Only One,” has ascended from No. 3 to No. 1 on the airplay chart (dated Jan. 18), ending Coco Jones’ five-week reign […] The post Mary J. Blige’s ‘You Ain’t The Only One’ Hits No. 1 on […]

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 […]

Alt-R&B artist serpentwithfeet is launching the new year with a new project. The singer has announced GRIP SEQUEL, a deluxe edition of his 2024 album GRIP, will release Feb. 28 via Secretly Canadian.  GRIP SEQUEL will feature nine additional tracks, including six new compositions and three alternative versions of songs from GRIP. Among the added tracks are the […] The post Serpentwithfeet Announces New Album ‘GRIP SEQUEL’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

R&B artists spoiled fans in 2024 with plentiful album releases. R&B icon Usher returned with Coming Home, his first album in eight years, released days ahead of his record-breaking Super Bowl LVII halftime show. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Mary J. Blige expressed Gratitude with her 15th studio […] The post R&B Albums We’re Anticipating in 2025 appeared first on Rated R&B.

Brandy is ready to share her story in her own words.  The R&B icon and actress has announced her first memoir, currently untitled, will release Oct. 7 via Hanover Square Press. Brandy’s memoir will chronicle her early days growing up in McComb, Mississippi, to landing her first record deal at just 14. It will further […] The post Brandy Announces New Memoir Set to Release Fall 2025 appeared first on […]