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Leon Thomas continues to cement his place as one of R&B’s brightest new stars. The singer and musician is the most-nominated R&B artist at the 2026 Grammy Awards, earning six nominations — the most of any R&B act this year. He’s tied with Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter and Serban Ghenea for third-most nods overall, behind […] The post Leon Thomas Is the Most-Nominated R&B Artist at 2026 Grammy Awards appeared […]

The Recording Academy revealed the nominations for the 68th Grammy Awards on Friday morning (Nov. 7). Music’s Biggest Night will take place Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. It will broadcast live on CBS and stream live and on demand via Paramount+. In the R&B Field, which consists of five categories, […] The post 2026 Grammy Nominations Announced: R&B Breakdown appeared first on Rated R&B.

Tamar Braxton is back. The Grammy-nominated singer has released her new EP, Heartbreak Retrograde, via Platform Sounds.  Titled after Braxton’s self-released movie, Heartbreak Retrograde includes the lead single “You On You,” which peaked at No. 3 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart.  Produced by Tricky Stewart, the six-track offering takes listeners through the highs and […] The post Tamar Braxton Releases New EP ‘Heartbreak Retrograde’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

Kehlani is deep in her 2000s R&B bag. As her breakout hit “Folded” continues to climb the charts, the singer has shared her new single, “Out the Window.”  Produced by Antonio Dixon and Khris Riddick-Tynes, “Out the Window” finds Kehlani begging an ex for a second chance: “Baby, I want you / I’m focused, it’s […] The post Kehlani Releases New Single ‘Out the Window’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

British singer Samm Henshaw has revealed his new album It Could Be Worse will release Nov. 21 — and Dec. 5 at retail — via Dorm Seven/AWAL. The forthcoming project will be available only on vinyl.  According to press materials, It Could Be Worse “captures the raw beauty of heartbreak, healing, and growth.” The album will […] The post Samm Henshaw Announces New Album ‘It Could Be Worse,’ Shares ‘Get Back’ […]

East London R&B singer Tiana Major9 has revealed her debut album, November Scorpio, will release Feb. 13, 2026.  According to press materials, “The album is a deeply personal journey through love, growth, and self-discovery, showcasing her signature blend of jazz, soul, and R&B with a fresh, modern vibe.” November Scorpio will include the previously shared tracks “Alone,” […] The post Tiana Major9 Announces Debut Album ‘November Scorpio,’ Shares ‘Always’ appeared first on […]

Daniel Caesar‘s fourth LP, Son of Spergy, has debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top R&B Albums chart. According to Hits Daily Double, Son of Spergy sold 44,348 equivalent units in its first week, with 17,235 of those being pure copies. It marks Caesar’s strongest opening week for an album. Son of Spergy is the sole new entry this […] The post Daniel Caesar Scores First No. 1 R&B Album on Billboard With ‘Son […]

“What the f**k has gotten into me?” Chxrry asks herself at the start of “Groupie,” her new single out via XO Records/Republic Records. It’s as though the artist formerly known as Chxrry22 isn’t sure how to react to love’s bite. Produced by frequent collaborator Believve, “Groupie” finds Chxrry completely spellbound by a new lover. “Boy, […] The post Love Has Chxrry Feeling Like a ‘Groupie’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

More than a decade into her career, Kehlani has achieved a new milestone on the Billboard charts.  Her lauded single “Folded” rises from No. 14 to No. 7 in its 20th week on the Hot 100 chart. It marks Kehlani’s first top 10 hit on the popular singles chart, currently dominated by Taylor Swift’s “The […] The post Kehlani’s ‘Folded’ Becomes Her First Top 10 Hit on Billboard Hot 100 […]

Masego isn’t ready to give up on a lover just yet. The genre-bending artist’s new single “Spin the Block” finds him catching up with an old fling, with hopes that she’s still available. “Do you got a man? / Do you like men still? (for real) / Are you still fine? / ‘Cause I’m tryin’ […] The post Masego Shares New Song ‘Spin the Block’ appeared first on Rated R&B.