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Jhené Aiko, Ludacris, Ashanti and Nelly are set to headline the 2026 Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival. The festival, co-hosted by the City of Miami Gardens and the Black Promoters Collective, returns to Hard Rock Stadium March 7-8. Aiko will headline day one, while Ludacris will close out day two with a special 25th […] The post Jhené Aiko, Ashanti and Nelly to Headline Jazz in the Gardens 2026 […]

Grammy-award winning R&B singer/songwriter Susan Carol rendered a stunning, peaceful, but powerful performance of her Christmas song, “Mistletoe” at the live recording of the Essence Holiday Celebration of Joy.  The Essence Holiday Celebration of Joy special  filmed in Atlanta and Los Angeles, according to a press release. The holiday special premiered on Thanksgiving Day on YouTube and Essence.com.  The special bridged the holiday season, faith music and community- a live […]

Tank is closing out the year with authority, releasing the official video for his new single “CONTROL,” a polished visual that signals a bold new era. The release arrives as the platinum-selling R&B icon enters a fresh chapter after signing a global deal with BMG. Directed by Danil Demichev, the video pairs sleek styling with sharp choreography, placing Tank at the calm center of the motion. His composed delivery and […]

Rising R&B-pop sensation Josh Levi has unveiled the dates for his headlining Hydraulic Tour.  The 10-city North American trek begins Feb. 18, 2026, at Subterranean in Chicago. From there, the “Birthday Dance” singer will make stops in Toronto, Washington, D.C., Atlanta and more before concluding March 11 at Cafe Du Nord in San Francisco.  Levi’s upcoming […] The post Josh Levi Announces ‘Hydraulic Tour’ 2026 Dates appeared first on Rated R&B.

When Sasha Keable debuted “Tai Chi” during her Tiny Desk performance in July, fans instantly demanded its release. As the year nears its end, the British-Colombian singer gifts fans with their wish.”You’ve been bullying me for months. It’s finally yours,” Keable shared in an Instagram post on Monday (Dec. 8). Named after the ancient Chinese […] The post Sasha Keable Finally Releases ‘Tai Chi’: Listen appeared first on Rated R&B.

Rising R&B sensation JayDon has teamed with his label boss, Usher, for his “Lullaby (mega Remix),” alongside emerging act Paradise. Not only does the remix feature a fresh verse from Usher, but JayDon and Paradise also croon new lyrics, which give the bedroom jam an even moodier touch. Usher kicks things off with a confessional. “Now […] The post Usher Joins JayDon and Paradise on ‘Lullaby (mega remix)’ appeared first on […]

Khalid is getting ready to hit the road in 2026. The pop-R&B sensation has unveiled the dates for his It’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour.  The 25-date North American leg, featuring special guest Lauv, kicks off on May 16, 2026, at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. From there, Khalid will make […] The post Khalid Announces ‘It’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour’ Dates appeared first on Rated […]

Following the release of his debut single, “Muni (I Used To Love You),” songwriter-turned-artist MarcLo delivers his new track “Marvel.”  Where the former leaned into a jazzy production, “Marvel” stuns over a soulful groove that makes you want to get up and dance. On the self-penned bop, MarcLo is completely spellbound by his romantic partner. […] The post MarcLo Is in Awe of His Muse on New Song ‘Marvel’ appeared […]

The last several months have seen a thematic resonance emerge in R&B: paternal reckoning. While Daniel Caesar probes reconciliation on Son of Spergy and KIRBY honors her father’s resilience while indicting the American Dream on “The Man,” British-Sudanese crooner Elmiene now confronts the emotional burden of his late father in his new song, “Cry Against The […] The post Elmiene Reckons With Remorse on New Song ‘Cry Against the Wind’ appeared […]