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 ...
Mary J. Blige has announced the final dates for her inaugural Las Vegas residency, Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story The Las Vegas Residency. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul will conclude her 20-show run at Dolby Live at Park ...
Jhené Aiko’s new era is off to a great start. Her fourth album, Westside Whimsy, opens at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart dated Sept. 26. According to Billboard, Westside Whimsy sold 74,000 equivalent units in the first week. ...
Longtime creative partners and music icons Terrence “Pusha T” Thornton and Pharrell Williams have officially announced the launch of their new coffee brand, Grindin Coffee. Powered by a strategic partnership with the historic Italian roaster Lavazza, the new venture is ...
Acclaimed R&B vocalist Syleena Johnson has officially returned with brand-new music, stepping into a vibrant and energetic new sonic lane. The powerhouse singer has teamed up with renowned UK producer DJ Shy Cookie to release an official house and garage ...