Coco Jones‘ single “Here We Go (Uh Oh)” is No. 1 for a third consecutive week on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The Lenny Williams-sampling song is the first song released by a woman in 2024 to top this airplay chart for at least three weeks. The last woman at No. 1 was Muni Long […] The post Coco Jones’ ‘Here We Go (Uh Oh)’ Notches Third Week at No. […]

The year 2024 offered a fantastic musical experience with the epic returns of Usher and Marsha Ambrosius, along with attention-worthy releases from indie artists like Durand Bernarr and Avery*Sunshine. Outside of the R&B genre, Beyoncé shook the music industry with the release of Cowboy Carter, which was denounced as a country album and simply a […] The post The 25 Best R&B Albums of 2024 appeared first on Rated R&B.

K. Michelle has landed several new certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). “V.S.O.P.,” the single that drove the Memphis singer and songwriter’s ascent in 2013, is now certified gold for sales exceeding 500,000 equivalent units. The loved-up track, co-written by Priscilla Renea, a.k.a. Muni Long, is from her debut album, Rebellious Soul. “V.S.O.P,” […] The post K. Michelle Earns Her First Two Platinum RIAA Certifications appeared first on […]

SZA has fulfilled her musical promise. The Grammy-winning star has released SOS Deluxe: LANA, an extended version of her sophomore album. The deluxe set includes all the tracks from her groundbreaking second LP plus 15 bonus tracks, including the Grammy-nominated “Saturn” and the recently shared “Drive.” The latter song was produced by ThankGod4Cody and Billy […] The post SZA Releases ‘SOS Deluxe: Lana’: Stream appeared first on Rated R&B.

R&B singer and songwriter Tiffany Evans is back with “Reset,” her first solo release in five years.  On the self-penned track, Evans sings about giving herself the grace and space to turn the page for a fresh start.  “I can tell you haven’t let it out / You’ve been overdue to scream and shout / […] The post Tiffany Evans Returns With New Song ‘Reset’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Beyoncé has achieved 59 new certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).  Her Grammy-winning solo debut album, Dangerously In Love (2003), is now certified 7x platinum with over seven million units sold in the U.S. It now ties with her third album, I Am…Sasha Fierce, which has also been upped to 7x platinum (more […] The post Beyoncé Earns Nearly 60 New RIAA Certifications, Including Two Diamond Awards appeared […]

Chrisette Michele is back with a new track, “Hallelujah.” She co-wrote the inspirational song with its producers Antwan “Amadeus” Thompson, Darren “Champ” Jenkins, and Esteban “Cito” Crandle. On “Hallelujah,” Michele sings about going to her place of worship for a spiritual renewal.  “Find me a seat Sunday morning at the pew / Might have a […] The post Chrisette Michele Releases New Song ‘Hallelujah’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

R&B newcomer Jack Freeman has enlisted R&B vets RL (of Next) and Q Parker (formerly of 112) for his “Feels Like Christmas (Remix),” produced by Bryan-Michael Cox.  “When legends are gracious enough to lend their pen and voices to my music, I’m always highly appreciative. I believe R&B music thrives when artists collaborate and create […] The post Jack Freeman Taps RL and Q Parker for ‘Feels Like Christmas (Remix)’ […]

Phabo is ready to peel back the layers of his woman’s garments on his new song “Underneath.” On the velvety track, co-produced by EJ Croft, Twelve40, and Tay Da Prince, Phabo croons: “Under your clothes, you wanna show me / Instructions on where I should go / It’s in your control, you gotta hold onto […] The post Phabo Wants to See What’s ‘Underneath’ on New Song appeared first on […]