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The highly anticipated music visual for latest single release is at hand, and R&B artist Darius Martin delivers  a mesmerizing experience with “Sweet Lies.” Wrapped in soft, sensual vocals with serious Martin pairs emotion with depth, offering lyrics that cut straight the heart.  Known for his cinematic visuals, Martin once again brings his artistry to life- standing in the rain, singing beautiful melodies to the captivating video vixen. As he […]

New R&B Single “MUTUAL” & Gospel Track “MERCY” are two new works of art in PJ Morton’s cannon of Grammy-winning hits  When 6x Grammy-nominated recording artist-songwriter- music producer P J Morton released “Mutual” on April 3rd, via Morton Records / SRG-ILS Group, he took to social media to announce it with a post that read  “My new song #Mutual is out! Love is a vulnerable thing. Always be reassured that the […]

What does it mean to create art when life feels turbulent? Alt-R&B singer Kelela is still figuring that out. Her new single “Idea 1” feels like a compilation of observatory notes.  Produced by Oscar Scheller, the soundscape begins with dreamy acoustics, later disrupted by an electric guitar that swirls in a haze, with Kelela’s ethereal […] The post Kelela Refuses to Look Away on ‘Idea 1’ appeared first on Rated […]

Team Breezy won’t have to wait much longer for a new Chris Brown album. The R&B superstar has announced his 12th LP, BROWN, will release May 8, three days after his 37th birthday.  He confirmed the news in an Instagram post at the stroke of midnight on Friday. “It’s OBVIOUS I’m tryna start the summer […] The post Chris Brown Announces ‘BROWN’ Album Release Date, Shares ‘Obvious’ appeared first on […]

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Eric Bellinger is stepping boldly into a new chapter of his career, and it’s already sounding like something special. With a fresh deal under Tamla Records in partnership with Motown Records, he returns with his latest single, “Cry in Front of You”—and it hits on every level. A respected pen behind hits for heavyweights like Chris Brown, Usher, Wale, and Justin Bieber, Bellinger has long proven his songwriting […]

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 March 11, 2026. Billboard Charts Adult R&B Airplay Tracks the week’s top Adult R&B hits […] The post Chart Brief: Olivia Dean’s ‘Man I Need’ Hits No. 1 at R&B […]

Rated 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 it below. Mary J. Blige — “Want Love” Mary J. Blige knows exactly what she […] The post 11 New R&B Releases: Mary J. Blige, Lekan, rjtheweirdo and More appeared […]

Chxrry (formerly Chxrry22) is gearing up for a landmark year. The rising R&B-pop force has announced her debut album, U, Me & My Ego, will arrive in the coming months via XO Records/Republic Records.  “U ME & MY EGO the album pre-save now,” she captioned on Instagram, with a video teaser featuring the album’s title […] The post Chxrry Announces Debut Album ‘U, Me & My Ego,’ Shares ‘Hall of […]

India Shawn will release her first project in four years this spring. The singer-songwriter announced her new EP, Subject to Change, will arrive May 1 via Vanta Music.  Executive produced by D’Mile, who co-owns the label with engineer John Kercy, Subject to Change will include the lead single, “Rain On Me,” available now.  The hazy production, helmed by […] The post India Shawn Announces New EP ‘Subject to Change,’ Shares ‘Rain on Me’ […]

The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige returns with a smooth, emotionally grounded groove in her latest single “Want Love.” Produced by Camper and Blige the track is  wrapped in warm production and understated rhythm, the track leans into everything fans have always loved about Blige—honesty, vulnerability, and vocals that feel lived-in. From the very first verse, she makes her intentions crystal clear. This isn’t about fleeting moments or […]