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Q Parker knows a thing or two about romance. As a founding member of the legendary group 112, Parker has voiced some of R&B’s finest romantic songs. From the pleading “Cupid” to the steamy “U Already Know,” Parker has become a subject-matter expert over the last three decades.  “Romance is all the things that make […] The post Q Parker Is the Romance Dealer on a Mission appeared first on […]

Few voices can pull you into the holiday spirit the way Kevin Ross does. His new single, “This Winter,” is the kind of song that warms you from the inside out—a smooth, soulful track that reminds us what we truly need during this season: love. And honestly, we’re loving it. Ross leans into everything that makes him special—rich tone, emotional clarity, and vocals that land with strength and sincerity. He […]

Kevin Ross doesn’t need much for Christmas. The singer-songwriter’s new song “This Winter” unwraps what the holidays truly mean for him. “All I need is love, for Christmas / And that will be enough, for Christmas,” he sings in the chorus. Speaking on “This Winter,” Ross notes, “This song is really about love being the […] The post Kevin Ross Releases New Holiday Song ‘This Winter’ appeared first on Rated […]

R&B newcomer Gabriel Jacoby has released his debut EP, Gutta Child, via Pulse Records.  The eight-track set is a collection of sounds and influences genetically coded in the Tampa native’s musical DNA. He channels the R&B, funk, hip-hop, and pop of the 2000s into a sound that feels familiar but with a fresh spark. “For my […] The post Gabriel Jacoby Releases Debut EP ‘Gutta Child’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye has donated $350,000 in support of the World Food Programme’s (WFP) emergency response in the wake of the devastating Hurricane Melissa. The donation, made through the global star’s XO Humanitarian Fund, will help WFP as it aims to reach 200,000 Jamaicans recovering from the Category 5 storm.  “We are grateful to […] The post The Weeknd Donates $350,000 for Hurricane Melissa Relief in Jamaica appeared first […]

Femme It Forward, the women-powered music and entertainment company, has announced the honorees for its 4th annual Give Her FlowHERS Awards Gala. The star-studded ceremony is set for Nov. 21 at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. Launched in 2022, the gala honors “the brilliance, resilience, and creativity of women whose voices and vision shape […] The post Ciara, Kehlani, Normani and More to Be Honored at Femme It Forward’s […]

Grammy-nominated R&B vet Mario has released his new EP Mood Swings via New Citizen/EMPIRE. The eight-track offering, executive produced by Dre Moon (Beyoncé, Chris Brown, The Weeknd), includes the singles “Nobody But Us” and “Home.” It also features a collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign, who appeared on his 2023 track “Used To Me.”  In Mood Swings, Mario […] The post Mario Releases New EP ‘Mood Swings’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Ciara is in her Afrobeats bag. The R&B-pop star has teamed with Afropop artists MOLIY and Oxlade for her new song “Nice n’ Sweet.” The three co-wrote it with Courtlin Jabrae, Christopher Chan and Kwaku Etwi. Produced by Shyne and Lucky Jones, “Nice n’ Sweet” is a candy-coated come-on that’s equal parts rhythmic and sensual. […] The post Ciara Taps Moliy and Oxlade for New Song ‘Nice n’ Sweet’ appeared […]

After much anticipation, Summer Walker has delivered her third album, Finally Over It, via LVRN/Interscope Records.  The two-part album is the concluding installment of the trilogy that began with Over It (2019) and continued with Still Over It (2021). Disc One (For Better), which includes the lead single “Heart of a Woman,” features collaborations with Chris Brown, Anderson […] The post Summer Walker Releases New Album ‘Finally Over It’ appeared first on Rated […]

It looks like Jaymin has found what he was looking for. After yearning for “Something Real,” the rising R&B artist is falling madly in love in his new single “HELP!” Over a moody backdrop that recalls a ’90s Timbaland production, the Seattle native is so deeply infatuated by his lover that it’s overbearing in the […] The post Jaymin Releases New Song ‘Help!’ appeared first on Rated R&B.