Jon Batiste brings his unmistakable musical brilliance to “Don’t Give Up On Me,” a standout collaboration with Wichita-based electronic-jam collective 2ŁØT from their newly released sophomore album RE/SOLVE. The Grammy-winning artist adds his signature soul, musicianship, and expressive energy to ...
After more than four decades as one half of hip-hop’s legendary Salt-N-Pepa, Cheryl “Salt” James is stepping into a new spotlight — and she’s doing it on her own terms. The Grammy Award winner and Rock & Roll Hall of ...
Tank, the R&B veteran has officially released his 11th studio album “Experience,” and the 16-track project finds Tank stretching creatively while staying connected to the soulful storytelling that has defined his career. ‘Experience’ takes listeners through several sides of Tank, from ...
Every Friday, Rated R&B brings you the most essential releases of the week. In this week’s edition, Tank delivers the ultimate Experience, while John Legend shines a light on marginalized communities. Plus, Leon Bridges returns with an album full of ...
The artist has written for Beyoncé and been nominated for two Grammys, yet individual success has eluded him. Now he’s back with a new album that puts queer joy in the spotlight – and, he says, he’s finally ready to ...
(Def Jam)After five EPs in in seven years, the Dallas native with the big voice pours everything into this bonkers cauldron of maximalist R&B and hyperactive pop There is so, so much happening on Jae Stephens’ debut album Audacity. Thankfully, ...
Welcome to Chart Brief, Rated R&B’s weekly column tracking the latest movements across R&B charts. Each week, we’ll break down and analyze the R&B artists making waves on the Billboard, radio, and streaming charts. This edition covers the charts dated ...
Aaron Frazer, co-lead vocalist of the progressive soul band Durand Jones & The Indications, is back with solo music. The singer/drummer has announced his new EP, Corners, will release Oct. 30 via Dead Oceans. Speaking on the EP’s title, Frazer ...
Brent Faiyaz is heading back on the road. The alt-R&B star has announced I Spent The Night With Brent Faiyaz, a limited-run arena tour that will visit three U.S. cities. Powered by Encore Live, the tour — Faiyaz’s first U.S. ...
Gnarls Barkley, the alt duo consisting of CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse, has announced their To Whom It Still Concerns Tour. The North American leg kicks off Nov. 5 at The Masonic in San Francisco. From there, they will play ...