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 […]

Grammy-winning singer and producer Leon Thomas is back with his second album, MUTT, via EZMNY Records/Def Jam.  The 14-track offering includes the lead single, “Mutt,” and the follow-up single, “Far Fetched,” featuring Ty Dolla $ign. It also includes the “Mutt (Remix)” featuring rapper Freddie Gibbs.  MUTT features additional collaborations with Masego (“Lucid Dreams”), Wale (“Feelings on […] The post Leon Thomas Releases Sophomore Album ‘Mutt’: Stream appeared first on Rated R&B.

Mary J. Blige has reunited with Lifetime to executive produce several new films. First up is Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair (working title), inspired by her 2001 hit “Family Affair.” The new flick, directed by Troy Scott and written by Rachel Ingram, is set to debut in 2025 as part of the network’s “Voices of […] The post Mary J. Blige and Lifetime Announce New Movie Inspired by Her Classic […]

It’s officially cuffing season, and October London is bringing the lover’s anthem with the new single “A Beautiful Woman.”  London is setting the tone for his highly awaited sophomore album, ‘October Nights’ expected October 11. London provides the fans with a slow jam all ages can enjoy as he lays down his signature silky rich … Continue reading October London Brings Lover’s Anthem for Cuffing Season in new single “A […]

“God always has a little bit more for you than what you ask for.” – EGOT Winner, TV Host and Mother, Jennifer Hudson Jennifer Hudson has been truly blessed to join the ranks as one of the nine (to-date) Black EGOT winners and since 2022 host of her very own syndicated daytime talk show going … Continue reading EGOT Winner Jennifer Husdon is the latest Cover Star to Grace Essence’s […]

PJ Morton is a multiple Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician. Somehow, music’s most prestigious honor still doesn’t quite exemplify how immensely talented he is. Or this could just be a gross artistic simplification on my end. From PJ Morton’s work as part of Maroon 5 to his impressive collaborations and knack for reimagining other … Continue reading PJ Morton’s ‘Cape Town To Cairo Tour’ Is A Diasporic Jam Session […]