“This is definitely a new age for me,” Omarion tells Rated R&B over a phone conversation. It’s a December afternoon, and the R&B veteran is reflecting on the last few years of his music career. He likens his 2020 project, ...

One of pop’s most sought-after artists, de Casier has written for K-pop stars and remixed Dua Lipa, but hid behind her bolshie alter ego Bianka for her own music. Now she’s finally found the confidence to drop the act Erika ...

Multi-talented R&B singer and songwriter Brandy Haze latest release “Circles” is from her forthcoming album titled “Sad GRL SZN.” “Circles”  gives a personal reflection and experiences through Haze’s journey of a complex romance that is fraught with turbulence, discourse, and ...

Soulful R&B songstress Rachel Renee has released an official video for her latest single “Remember,” the first ahead of her upcoming album that is expected later this year.  The single has already amassed over 100k streams on Spotify. It’s easy ...

Music icon Charlie Wilson will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The ceremony will occur on Wilson’s 71st birthday (Monday, Jan. 29) at 11 a.m. PT on Hollywood Boulevard.  A few legendary music acts will ...

Three months after releasing her debut album, Naomi Sharon is back with a new single, “Nothing Sweeter.”  Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the acoustic ballad beautifully illustrates the early moments of a romantic connection. Sharon sings in the chorus: ...

Shazam Connor of the 90’s group H-Town has just released the visual for his debut solo single “Strokey Doke”. The song originally released last year and also features his group. The single was released as Shazam Conner & H-Town, as ...

Elle Varner is heading back on the road this spring. The Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter has announced dates for Elle Varner: Unplugged.  The mini tour kicks off April 7 at City Winery in Chicago. Varner will make additional stops at City ...

R&B newcomer Chikoruss has signed a deal with 300 Entertainment. The Montreal native joins a roster that includes Mary J. Blige, WanMor, Phony Ppl, Kenya Vaun and more. Chikoruss celebrates his signing by releasing his new single, “In 2 Deep.” ...

BJ The Chicago Kid is still on the promo trail for his latest album, Gravy.  The soul singer visited The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Thursday night (Jan. 18) to perform his groovy track “Honey” with Chlöe. Backed by a three-piece ...