Mac Ayres‘ new album, cloudy, is a love letter to his past. The slow-burning album consists of 15 tracks, including popular uploads on SoundCloud such as “alone with you,” “games” and “she just wanna see me rn.”  Lyrically, the album explores themes of love, grief, isolation and self-transformation over mellow soundscapes. “This project is an homage […] The post Mac Ayres Shares Reflective New Album ‘Cloudy’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Kaytranada has scored his second certification of the year from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). “Intimidated,” featuring H.E.R., has been certified gold for selling over 500,000 equivalent units in the U.S. The electro-soul groove is the title track to Kaytranada’s 2021 EP.  Kaytrandada’s certification comes after receiving a gold award for “10%” featuring […] The post Kaytranada and H.E.R.’s ‘Intimidated’ Gets RIAA Certification appeared first on Rated R&B.

Amerie is returning to music, announcing on social media that she is recording new tracks with renowned producer Troy Taylor. On Friday (Nov. 8), the two shared a collaborative post on Instagram featuring a video of them jamming to an unreleased song titled “Undeniable.” With Taylor’s encouragement, Amerie shared insights about their collaboration, stating they […] The post Amerie Says New Album Is Coming in 2025, Teases New Song appeared […]

Twenty years after his debut, John Legend is still reaching new heights. The singer, songwriter and musician’s album My Favorite Dream has been nominated for Best Children’s Music Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards. It’s Legend’s first nomination in this category. Here are the nominees for Best Children’s Music Album at the 2025 Grammys: Brillo, […] The post John Legend Scores First Grammy Nomination for Best Children’s Music Album: 2025 […]

In a June interview with Rated R&B, Marsha Ambrosius recalled telling Dr. Dre she was ready to end her recording career. He urged her to rethink this decision, believing she still had one more album to share with the world. Casablanco turned out to be that album, which arrived via Aftermath Records/Interscope Records. The Dr. […] The post Marsha Ambrosius Scores First Grammy Nomination in 10 Years: 2025 Grammy Awards […]

FLO is set to release their debut album, Access All Areas, on Nov. 15. Today (Nov. 10), the rising group has revealed the official tracklist. Access All Areas consists of 16 tracks, including the previously shared “AAA,” “Walk Like This,” “Check,” “Bending My Rules,” and “Caught Up.”  The album will feature appearances from singer and actress Cynthia […] The post FLO Shares ‘Access All Areas’ Album Tracklist appeared first on Rated R&B.

Monica and Brandy captured the Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal Grammy in 1999 for “The Boy Is Mine.” The Darkchild and Dallas Austin-produced duet, featured on Brandy’s Never Say Never and Monica’s album of the same name spent 13 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. In June, […] The post Brandy and Monica Earn Third Grammy Nomination Together After 25 Years appeared […]

Usher‘s ninth album, Coming Home, secures him his first nomination in the Best R&B Album category for the 67th Grammy Awards in 2025. Coming Home is also Usher’s first independently released album considered for a Grammy. The album, released in February via Usher’s mega imprint in partnership with gamma., belongs to a category that includes […] The post Usher Lands First-Ever Best R&B Album Nomination at 2025 Grammy Awards appeared […]

October London‘s newest focus track, “She Keeps Calling,” has landed on Billboard.  The electro-funk groove debuts at No. 22 on the Adult R&B Airplay chart, led by Tyrese’s “Wildflower.” “She Keeps Calling” is London’s third solo appearance and fourth overall on this airplay chart, making it his third entry of 2024. Here’s a listing of […] The post October London’s ‘She Keeps Calling’ Debuts on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay Chart […]