The R&B singer’s must-read autobiography candidly describes a life of heady highs and horrific lows Despite a 30 years-plus discography and a slew of undeniable classics (Sittin’ Up in My Room, The Boy Is Mine, modern R&B blueprint What About ...

IRated R&B is bringing you the most essential releases this week. From the traditional R&B that purists love to the boundary-pushing sounds of the alt-R&B scene, this new music roundup keeps its pulse on the essence of R&B. Dive into ...

British soul artist Conner Reeves has joined forces with Grammy and BRIT Award-winning singer Joss Stone for a new duet version of his track, “Slow Lightning”. The single released earlier this month and marks the first formal vocal collaboration between ...

The R&B icon Ne-Yo has officially kicked off a new musical era with the release of his high-energy single, “Up Out & Gone.” Dropped on March 27, 2026, the track serves as an unapologetic celebration of nightlife, nightlife escapism, and ...

Eric Bellinger has inked a deal with the newly-relaunched Tamla Records, in partnership with Motown. The iconic record label, founded by Berry Gordy, was relaunched in 2025 under Capitol Music Group, with hitmaker Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins as a partner.  The ...

Pop singer and producer Charlie Puth has teamed with Coco Jones for his new song “Sideways.” It’s lifted from his fourth album, Whatever’s Clever! out today (March 27) via Atlantic Records. Produced by Puth, alongside BloodPop®, “Sideways” tells a love story ...

Singer and reality star Candiace has joined forces with Tamar Braxton for her “If Only…(Remix).”  Braxton appears midway in the confrontational track, where she shares her stance on an unfaithful lover. “But I should’ve known better / Been knew had ...

R&B group B5 is back with their new single “ETA” via Motion 6 Collective. The bass-heavy track bounces with anticipation as they eagerly await reconnecting with their special person. They sing in the chorus: “I told her like I’m on ...

Winning two Grammys last month cemented the New Yorker’s transition from producer for the likes of Drake to guitar-soloing superstar. Now he has Stevie Wonder calling him up – though he’s conscious of living up to the greats Forget viral ...

Leven Kali is feeling a lot more centered these days. In the last couple of years, the Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and producer has dived deeper into his meditation journey. In between making music for himself or others, he grounds himself ...