Every Friday, Rated R&B brings you the week’s essential releases. In this edition, Lalah Hathaway takes a nostalgic trip back to Chicago, while Victoria Monét explores love in different frequencies. Plus, Stevie Wonder celebrates the 50th anniversary of his magnum ...
In a monumental announcement for 2000s R&B fans, multi-platinum boy band B2K has officially confirmed their highly anticipated forthcoming studio album, Eclipse. The brand-new project is scheduled to arrive globally on November 6, marking the legendary group’s first full-length studio ...
Two-time Grammy-nominated R&B sensation Amerie has officially returned to the booth to deliver a fresh take on her most recognizable hit. Teaming up with platinum-certified Philadelphia rapper 2Rare, Amerie provides all-new vocals for “BussDown (1 Thing),” an infectious modern reimagining ...
Grammy Award-winning band Tank and the Bangas have officially released their hypnotic new single, “Simon Says.” The newly unveiled track arrives perfectly timed with the group’s return to the road, kicking off the second leg of their extensive U.S. tour ...
Global music icon and Virginia native Missy Elliott will host the inaugural Missy Elliott Presents HBCU Band Battle on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Taking place at 4:00 p.m. at Norfolk State University’s William Dick Price Stadium, the showcase will bring ...
Soulidified is ready to cut through the noise. The emerging R&B-pop group has unleashed their debut single, “Man Ain’t Me,” via Atlantic Records. Produced by Troy Taylor (Boyz II Men, SWV), “Man Ain’t Me” is driven by gritty production that ...
Lucky Daye has a new album on the way, and fans won’t have to wait much longer for it. The Grammy-winning R&B star has announced his fifth album, ALOUD!, will release Oct. 16 via Warner Records. It marks first project ...