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Two-time Grammy-winning powerhouse Kehlani is celebrating both a new chapter and a personal milestone with the release of her highly anticipated self-titled fifth studio album, KEHLANI, which arrived on her birthday, April 24. Packed with superstar collaborations from legends and hitmakers including Brandy, Usher, Missy Elliott, Cardi B, Lil Wayne, Keri Hilson, Tank, Leon Thomas, T-Pain, Lil Jon, and Big Sean, the album evokes a fearless musical voyage through love, […]

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. Kehlani – Kehlani [album] After much anticipation, Kehlani has delivered her self-titled fifth […] The post 12 New R&B Releases: Kehlani, Jai’Len Josey, Isaiah Falls, Ebony Riley and […]

After much anticipation, Kehlani has delivered her self-titled fifth album via Atlantic Records. Its release coincides with the singer’s 31st birthday (April 23).  Executive produced by Khris Riddick-Tynes, the 17-track LP includes the Grammy-winning hit “Folded,” plus the subsequent singles “Out The Window” and “Back and Forth” with Missy Elliott.  The album also includes features […] The post Kehlani Releases Self-Titled Album appeared first on Rated R&B.

PJ Morton is hitting the road this summer. The Grammy-winning singer and musician has revealed the dates for his Saturday Night, Sunday Morning Tour.  The 30-day trek kicks off July 19 in St. Louis at the MATI Festival. From there, Morton will play across North America, visiting Memphis, Philadelphia, Boston, Washington, D.C., Toronto, and Houston. The […] The post PJ Morton Announces ‘Saturday Night, Sunday Morning Tour’ Dates appeared first on […]

The cost of today’s concert tickets can be very steep, depending on who is on the bill. Live Nation has announced its Summer of Live promotion (formerly Concert Week), with discounted tickets to over 4,000 shows across the U.S. and Canada.  From April 29 through May 5, fans can get $30 tickets to see their […] The post Live Nation Announces $30 Concert Tickets for Ari Lennox, Summer Walker, Ne-Yo […]

Queen Naija is now engaged to her partner, Clarence White. The singer confirmed the news with the release of her new single “Ring.”  On the tender ballad, produced by Troy Taylor and Theevoni, Naija sings: “You locked my heart and threw away the key / When I saw that diamond ring / And now it’s […] The post Queen Naija Confirms Engagement With New Song ‘Ring’ appeared first on Rated […]

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 April 25, 2026. Billboard Charts Adult R&B Airplay Tracks the week’s top Adult R&B hits […] The post Chart Brief: Sentury’s ‘Forever’ Tops Billboard Adult R&B Airplay, Ari Lennox’s ‘Vacancy’ […]

When the Los Angeles wildfires devastated the area in early 2025, MarcLo turned to what he knows best: music. The singer-songwriter’s debut album, 11 Days, takes its title from that period of isolation, where he constructed a new sonic world.    11 Days is a melting pot of R&B, hip-hop, jazz, disco, pop and indie folk that […] The post MarcLo Shines on Debut Album ’11 Days’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

6LACK appreciates the recharge that Sundays bring. On “Sunday Again,” featuring 2 Chainz, the alt-R&B singer equates the serenity his relationship brings him to his favorite day of the week. “You know you good for catching me on my weak days / Oh, it feels like Sunday again,” he sings.  Meanwhile, 2 Chainz delivers a smooth […] The post 6LACK and 2 Chainz Link Up for ‘Sunday Again’ appeared first on […]

Durand Bernarr is on an immaculate run. Following his first Grammy win in February, the multifaceted entertainer has announced his fourth studio album, BERNARR., arriving May 1 via Create Music Group.  “BERNARR. 05.01.26. Pre-Save Now. Link in Bio,” he posted across his socials, along with the cover art that sees him channeling the iconic, leaned-back R&B […] The post Durand Bernarr Announces New Album ‘Bernarr’: Here’s What We Know appeared first […]