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Ensemble Arts Philly has unveiled an electrifying 2026–2027 Broadway season, bringing the magic of New York’s biggest productions straight to Center City. In partnership with The Shubert Organization, the new season spans 14 shows and 157 performances across the Academy of Music, Kimmel Center, Miller Theater, and Forrest Theatre. Leading the lineup is Tony-winning Maybe Happy Ending, alongside major award-winning productions including The Great Gatsby, Operation Mincemeat, Oh, Mary!, and […]

The ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola is elevating its creative vision for 2026, officially naming Teyana Taylor as its first-ever Chief Curator as announced today 3/18in official press release.  Set to take place July 3–5 in New Orleans, the festival introduces this newly created role as part of its continued evolution—placing cultural storytelling and intentional programming at the forefront. An Oscar- and GRAMMY-nominated artist and Golden Globe winner, […]

Ebubé spends a lot of time in his head. “I think I’m someone [who] thinks a lot; I’m too in my mind sometimes,” he says over Zoom. The British-Nigerian singer, whose second solo EP, A Mile In My Mind, is out now, is reflecting in his Substack newsletter, where he publishes essays that contemplate everything […] The post Ebubé Talks ‘A Mile in My Mind’ EP appeared first on Rated […]

After much anticipation, Kehlani has finally announced her next album. The singer’s fifth studio LP, KEHLANI, will release April 24 via Atlantic Records. It will be available digitally, on CD and on vinyl. “KEHLANI the album yours on my birthday, 4/24,” she wrote on Instagram. According to a press release, the album “captures her at […] The post Kehlani Announces Self-Titled Fifth Album appeared first on Rated R&B.

R&B veteran Glenn Lewis has released “Past Tense,” his first single in over a decade. On the Seige Monstracity-produced track, Lewis makes his pitch to a love interest stuck in a loop with someone who lacks commitment. “I think it’s time you should give someone who can / Can show you more and that understands,” […] The post Glenn Lewis Returns With ‘Past Tense’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

On Kuzi Cee’s TikTok profile, there’s a pinned video of him vibing to a demo of his song “Rather Be.” He and a few others in a room with him are seen intensely snapping and nodding along to the Swizz Mafia production. The clip, shared in September 2025, went viral on the platform, garnering over […] The post Kuzi Cee Talks New Single ‘Rain’ appeared first on Rated R&B.

It’s New Music Friday, which means Rated R&B is bringing you the most essential releases. From the traditional R&B that purists love to the boundary-pushing sounds of the alt-R&B scene, this week’s roundup keeps its pulse on the essence of R&B. Dive into it below. Glenn Lewis — “Past Tense” R&B veteran Glenn Lewis celebrates […] The post 11 New R&B Releases: Glenn Lewis, Ebubé, Leven Kali, Gawd and More […]

3x Grammy Award winner and Philadelphia’s very own Jill Scott is officially stepping back into the spotlight, and we could not be more excited. The beloved powerhouse—affectionately known to fans everywhere as “Jilly from Philly”—has announced her highly anticipated 2026 world tour, “To Whom This May concern,”  marking a triumphant return after more than a decade away from the global stage. After a 13-year hiatus from touring, the phenomenal singer, […]

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola has unveiled the first wave of performers for its 2026 Evening Concert Series, leading with an all-star lineup of powerhouse women. Welcoming icons and chart-toppers including Patti LaBelle, Brandy, Monica, Kehlani, Cardi B, Latto, and more, the festival will light up the Caesars Superdome from July 3–5 in New Orleans. Returning to the Essence Festival stage […]

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 14, 2026. Billboard Charts Adult R&B Airplay Tracks the week’s top Adult R&B hits […] The post Chart Brief: Bruno Mars Rules Billboard 200, Jill Scott Tops Adult R&B […]