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 […]

Tyrese’s soulful remake of “Wildflower” has hit a new peak on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart, dated Sept. 21. The song, a tribute to his late mother, Priscilla Murray Gibson, rises from No. 11 to No. 8 in its fourth week. It becomes the singer/actor’s ninth top 10 entry in his 25-year chart history. Tyrese […] The post Tyrese’s ‘Wildflower’ Hits Top 10 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay Chart appeared […]

Chris Brown’s hit single “Sensational” featuring Davido and Lojay remains No. 1 for a fifth consecutive week on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The DJ Hardwerk-produced track is the second longest-running song atop the airplay chart in 2024. Mary J. Blige’s 2023 single “Still Believe in Love,” featuring Vado, held the top spot for eight […] The post Chris Brown’s ‘Sensational’ Reigns at No. 1 for Fifth Week on Billboard’s […]

Tito Jackson, a founding member of the iconic band The Jackson 5, has reportedly died at age 70. His three sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ, known together as the R&B-pop group 3T, confirmed the news in a joint statement shared on social media.  “It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father, Rock […] The post Tito Jackson Dies at 70 appeared first on Rated R&B.