Journey Montana has enlisted fellow rising R&B singer Eli Derby for the official remix of her single “You.”  “It’s such a passionate song to me, and I think Eli really embodies the intensity and emotional depth the song can have from a male perspective,” Montana tells Rated R&B. Derby appears in the second verse of […] The post Journey Montana Taps Eli Derby for ‘You (Remix)’: Listen appeared first on […]

Roy Woods’ new EP, Rolling Stone, is a sonic snapshot of life in motion. “The inspiration comes from just living life right now in the moment and trying to capture those moments,” Woods tells Rated R&B over the phone. Rolling Stone, out today (Dec. 6) via OVO Sound, is preceded by the singles “Hold Still” […] The post Roy Woods on New EP ‘Rolling Stone’: Interview appeared first on Rated […]

Grammy-nominated singer Khalid has released a deluxe edition of his third album, Sincere.  The expanded set features six additional tracks, including collaborations with R&B-pop singers Normani and Chlöe and afro-pop artist Ayra Starr.  “Thank you so much to all of the beautiful and talented women that collaborated with me on this project,” Khalid shared in a […] The post Khalid Releases ‘Sincere (Deluxe)’ Album: Stream appeared first on Rated R&B.

Ella Mai has earned a new certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Her Roddy Ricch-assisted song “How” is now certified gold, with over 500,000 equivalent units sold.  The song, produced by Bass Charity, Mustard, and Nic Nac, peaked at No. 16 on Billboard’s Hot R&B Songs chart, where it spent 16 weeks.  […] The post Ella Mai’s ‘How’ Featuring Roddy Ricch Gets RIAA Certification appeared first on […]

Alternative R&B star Khalid will release his Sincere (Deluxe) album on Friday, Dec. 6. The singer-songwriter announced the news on Wednesday (Dec. 4) evening across his social media pages. “Sincere, The Deluxe. Tomorrow at 9pm PST/12 am EST,” he posted on Instagram, along with the project’s cover art and tracklist. Sincere (Deluxe), a two-disc set, […] The post Khalid Announces ‘Sincere (Deluxe)’ Album, Shares Tracklist appeared first on Rated R&B.

Jack Freeman is spreading holiday joy this season. The emerging R&B heartthrob has released his festive EP, The Gift, via Bryan-Michael Cox‘s Illustrate New Ideas. The five-track set includes Freeman’s rendition of “The Christmas Song” and original tracks such as “Feels Like Christmas,” which Freeman co-wrote with Cox.  On the latter velvety track, Freeman sings about […] The post Jack Freeman Shares Holiday EP ‘The Gift’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

R&B duo Koffee Brown is back with their new single “Simple Things.”  The euphoric groove was produced by their longtime collaborator KayGee Gist of the hip-hop trio Naughty by Nature. The irresistible track hears Koffee Brown basking in the wonders of love.  “I’m steady loving you / You bring me back to life / With […] The post Koffee Brown Releases New Single ‘Simple Things’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Jon B. has released his new single “Natural Drug.”  On the self-written and self-produced track, the R&B veteran sings about being hooked to his woman’s love like a narcotic. “Every time I always get reminded / When I pull to you close from behind it’s / Like we on a natural drug / ‘Cause you […] The post Jon B. Shares New Song ‘Natural Drug’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Grammy-winning singer Tyla has released a new track, “Tears,” in partnership with Coke Studio.  On the guitar ballad, the South African star sings about offering emotional support to someone who is experiencing hardship.  “Give all your tears to me / If you and you try and nothing works / Baby you don’t have to hurt,” […] The post Tyla Shares Heartfelt Song ‘Tears’ appeared first on Rated R&B.