Houston-based R&B group Sentury has released “Forever (Acoustic),” a stripped-down version of their current charting single. The release includes an accompanying monochrome music video filmed in a studio setting, documenting the vocal recording...
R&B artist Sammie has released the visual for his latest single, “Old Alone,” ahead of his scheduled 2026 project. The track marks a continuation of his work as an independent artist, following a career that began with his 1999 debut. “Old...
Singer, songwriter, and producer Tone Stith has premiered the music video for his latest single, “Fly.” The track is the lead offering from Stith’s upcoming studio album, which is slated for a spring 2026 release. Directed by Edgar Daniel, the visual was...
Grammy Award-winning artist Mýa has released her latest R&B single, “ASAP.” Co-produced by the singer and Lamar “MyGuyMars” Edwards, the mid-tempo track focuses on themes of relationship communication and honesty. Ahead of its official...
The 1980s was a pivotal decade for R&B, bridging the gap between the classic soul of the 70s and the New Jack Swing and Hip Hop Soul that would define the 90s. This era gave birth to iconic vocal groups that mastered everything from synth-heavy funk to the most...
The Architects of the Sound Before the stripped-down acoustics of the late 90s or the digital trap-soul of today, there was New Jack Swing. Born in the late 1980s and peaking in the early 90s, New Jack Swing was more than just a genre; it was a cultural revolution...
In the world of contemporary R&B and Neo-Soul, few vocalists possess the technical precision and emotional depth of Ledisi. An artist’s artist, she has spent over two decades cultivating a sound that honors the jazz greats while pushing the boundaries of...
In the history of R&B, there are legends, and then there is “Uncle Charlie” Wilson. His trajectory is one of the most remarkable stories of resilience and creative rebirth in American music. While many of his peers from the funk era saw their careers...
While Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds is a legendary performer in his own right, his most profound impact on the musical landscape often came from behind the scenes. Throughout the 80s and 90s, he crafted a sonic identity for the world’s biggest icons,...
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds is arguably the most influential architect of modern R&B. As a singer, songwriter, and producer, he defined the sound of the late 80s and 90s, blending romantic lyricism with polished, melodic production. While he has penned...
