Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Monday, June 29, 2015
Drew Scott - "Cutie"
Grammy nominated singer/songwriter/Producer Drew Scott debuts a new single titled “Cutie,” off his upcoming project, Places I’ve Ever Been [DETOUR].
Rihanna Records Song with J. Cole
Producer Deputy ("Bitch Better Have My Money") reveals a collaboration between Rihanna and J. Cole.
Sunday, June 28, 2015
B. Smyth - "Bliss"
Florida singer/songwriter B. Smyth releases a visual for a sensual new song called "Bliss".
Gina Lee feat. Vinny Cha$e – "Friday"
"Friday" is the second single from Gina Lee's upcoming EP New York Sessions. The song features Vinny Cha$e and production from Nyce.
Tyrese feat. Jennifer Hudson – "Shame" (Video)
Here are the visuals for Tyrese Gibson's latest single "Shame" featuring Jennifer Hudson from his Black Rose album out now.
Laza Morgan feat. Shaggy - "Make My Day"
Reggae artist Laza Morgan collabs with Shaggy on new track “Make My Day,” produced by Platinum Camp.
Saturday, June 27, 2015
Tory Lanez – Cruel Intentions (EP)
After months of build-up and promotions, Tory Lanez and WEDIDIT have finally released their collaborative 5-track EP, Bad Intentions.
Ty Dolla $ign feat. Future & Rae Sremmurd - "Blase"
Currently working on his upcoming album Free TC, which will be out later this year, Ty Dolla $ign still has time to drop this new track with Future and Rae Sremmurd.
Friday, June 26, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: Mark Morrison - "Return of the Mack"
Featuring a sample of Chuckii Booker's "Games", Mark Morrison's 1996 single "Return of the Mack" catapulted the British urban artist to newfound fame as the track became a Top Ten hit across Europe, while opening the U.S. market for him. With the hit single, Morrison, a gifted singer whose career up to that point had been plagued by run-ins with the law, became the first black male solo artist to reach number one in the '90s. His debut album, also titled Return of the Mack, followed and peaked at number four. "Let's Get Down," the album's 3rd single, reached the Top 40 that summer.
The Weeknd - "Can't Feel My Face (Keljet Edit)"
The Weeknd collabs with Netherlands based indie-disco production duo Keljet for this new track called "Can't Feel My Face".
Marques Houston - "Need You"
Marques Houston reemerges and gets reflective with a brand new video for “Need You".
Thursday, June 25, 2015
Chris Brown - "Liquor"
Chris Brown - "Liquor"
Chris Brown reminisces on drunken sex with his lady on his latest single, "Liquor".
Treasure Davis - "The One"
Treasure Davis debuts the video for “The One,” which was taken from her EP Heart Flavored Summer.
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Liane V – "Reasons"
Cali artist Liane V releases new single “Reasons”, off her upcoming Untitled EP.
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Tinashe - "Cold Sweat" (Official Music Video)
Here are the visuals to Tinashe's "Cold Sweat" off her Aquarius album.
Janet Jackson - "No Sleep"
R&B/Pop icon Janet Jackson dropped a new single yesterday, the sultry “No Sleeep” off her much-anticipated upcoming album.
Trey Songz feat. Ty Dolla $ign - "Loving You"
Trey Songz releases his new album TRIGGA Reloaded today, here's a track on the album with frequent collaborator Ty Dolla $ign called“Loving You".
Monday, June 22, 2015
Elijah King – "Save Me (Acoustic)"
Here are the visuals for Elijah King's new single "Save Me", acoustic version.
Kokayi feat. Mikki - "History"
Here is D.C. native and Grammy-nominated vocalist Kokayi's new single from a forthcoming House Studios compilation.
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Strictly R&B: In The News 6/21/15
Rihanna Takes Viewers Behind The Scenes Of Her Clara Lionel Foundation With A Touching New Video
Could Frank Ocean’s First Snapchat Be A Hint About His New Album?
Sessions: Audrey Rose Is Much Deeper Than A Pretty Face
Back To Baltimore And 'Back 2 Love' With R&B Singer Maysa
Best R&B Projects of 2015 (So Far)
Mary J. Blige Talks Acting, No Music Pressure in The UK, and Jay Z Running For President
Usher, Tyrese, and Kenny 'Babyface' Edmonds to Perform at 2015 Ford Neighborhood Awards
Jacquees - "No Questions"
Cash Money Records/ATL singer Jacquees releases the official visual for his latest banger called “No Questions”.
Eddie Murphy feat. Beenie Man - "Wonna Deze Nites"
Eddie Murphy dips in the music scene again with a new reggae tune called "Wonna Deze Nites," featuring Grammy Award-winning reggae Beenie Man.
Vybz Kartel - "My Girl (Raw) "
New single from Vybz Kartel called "My Girl (Raw)" from the De Saga Riddim compilation Jones Ave Records album.
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Luke James – "Leaving With Somebody (Full/NoTags)"
Luke James makes it clear what's gonna happen once he's ready to bounce from the club on his new single "Leaving With Somebody".
PJ feat. Hit-Boy - "I Mean It"
PJ Feat. Hit-Boy - I Mean It by sonkengmbeukeuherv
L.A. songstress and songwriter PJ debuts a video for the track "I Mean It" off her EP, Walking Around Pools, out now.
Oshea – "Blessing"
Rising singer Oshea drops his new song “Blessing” produced by Andre Palace.
Tory Lanez - "Karrueche"
With Chris Brown's longtime and fed-up paramour recently calling it quits for good, Tory Lanez immediately steps up to the plate with the candidly-titled "Karrueche".
BJ The Chicago Kid feat. OG Maco - "That Girl"
BJ The Chicago Kid joins forces with OG Maco on "That Girl" which showcases an 80's sonic feel meshed well with BJ's smooth crooning and Maco's southern style points.
Friday, June 19, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: Terence Trent D'Arby - "Wishing Well"
An an instant sensation during the late 1980's, topping the charts and earning comparisons to everyone from Prince to Michael Jackson, singer/songwriter/musician and New York native Terrence Trent D'Arby, aka Sananda Maitreya, was baptized the 'New Prince of Pop' for his powerful, soulful, and funky compositions. Indeed, his debut solo album, the epic Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D’Arby, would unleash an amazing barrage of hits with songs like “If You Let Me Stay,” “Wishing Well,” “Sign Your Name,” and the Smokey Robinson-through-Michael-Jackson cover “Who’s Loving You"--any wonder it was the first debut album in history to sell one million copies in just over 3 days. The 2nd single to be released from the album, "Wishing Well", written by D'Arby and Sean Oliver, would go Gold while reaching number one on both the Soul Singles Chart and the Billboard Hot 100 on May 7, 1988.
Chris Brown & Tyga feat. Schoolboy Q - "Bitches N Marijuana"
From their joint album, Fan of a Fan: The Album, available in stores and online.
Verse Simmonds - "Situationships"
Here's the visuals to Verse Simmonds latest single "Situationships".
Kyndall – "Female Energy (Remix)"
Atlantic recording artist Kyndall takes one Willow Smith's introspective "Female Energy" track and adds some rhythm and soul.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Lauryn Hill Covers Nina Simone’s “Feeling Good”
From the compilation Nina Revisited: A Tribute to Nina Simone, which is due out on July 10th.
Anthony Lewis – "Baewatch"
18-year-old rising singer Anthony Lewis releases a new club-radio ready rnbass single entitled “Baewatch”.
Keith James – "From The Grey" (EP)
Chicago multi-platinum songwriter and R&B/Pop Artist Keith James released his debut EP, From The Grey, today.
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Wallace - "Vinyl Skip"
Wallace - "Vinyl Skip"
New Zealand-born, Australia-based future soul singer/songwriter Wallace releases her debut single, "Vinyl Skip.”
Stacy Barthe – "Flawed Beautiful Creatures"
Singer/songwriter Stacy Barthe releases a new video for the track "Flawed Beautiful Creatures", taken from her 2013 EP, P.S. I Love You.
Kat DeLuna feat. Trey Songz - "Bum Bum"
Kat DeLuna - Bum Bum feat. Trey Songz by maxiocio
Sampling the classic reggae track “Bam Bam” by Sister Nancy, Kat DeLuna teams up with Trey Songz to sing about her assets.
MiC Lowry - "The Chase"
MiC Lowry - "The Chase"
From their 4-track, debut EP The Show, here’s a new song from UK boy band MiC Lowry called “The Chase.”
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
Miguel - "Coffee"
Here's the visuals to Miguel's new single "Coffee", new album Wildheart drops on 6/29.
Jill Scott - Golden Moments [Full Album Stream]
Here's a treat for all you Jill Scott fans, a stream of her greatest hits collection, Golden Moments, via Hidden Beach.
McKnight - "Runnin' From Love"
McKnight - "Runnin' From Love"
Proving once again that the apple (in this case 'apples') doesn't fall far from the tree, here's a brand new single from Brian Mcknight Jr & Niko Mcknight (aka McKnight), the sons of longtime singer/songwriter Brian McKnight.
Kehlani feat. Lexii Alijai - "Jealous (No Sleep Remix)"
Producer No Sleep reworks Kehlani's mixtape highlight, "Jealous", a track off her new mixtape, You Should Be Here.
Monday, June 15, 2015
Eric Bellinger feat. Fetty Wap & Drake - "My Way (E-Mix)"
Eric Bellinger hops on rapper Fetty Wap's popular "My Way" track and gives it a sizzling and soulful remix.
Greg Banks - "Lagniappe" (EP)
New Orleans native and indie artist Greg Banks releases Lagniappe, an EP that blends soul, funk and R&B.
Jennifer Hudson - "I Still Love You"
New video from Jennifer Hudson called "I Still Love You" follows a reluctant dad who learns to accept his gay son.
Sunday, June 14, 2015
Strictly R&B: In The News 6/14/15
Chris Brown to Karrueche Tran: Stop Doing Interviews About Me
T.I. And Tiny Discuss Niq Niq’s Desire To Move Out On ‘The Family Hustle’
Justine Skye & Kehlani Display Different Approaches to R&B at NYC Duh Party
Shaani Cage Brings the Immigrant Experience to R&B
Cathedrals, R&B With a Dash of 1980s Rock, at Le Poisson Rouge
Miguel Reveals 'Wildheart' Track List
Saxophonist Ornette Coleman, Jazz Legend, Dies at 85
Brian Nightingale – "All Eyes On Me"
Singer, songwriter and DJ Brian Nightingale drops his newest single "All Eyes On Me".
Jessi Malay - "Noises"
Longtime singer/songwriter Jessi Malay releases the official video for her new single “Noises."
Taliwhoah – "Spirit World"
LA based singer/songwriter Talitha aka Taliwhoah & producer D-Major continue their collaborative hit streak with “Spirit World”.
Saturday, June 13, 2015
Britney Holmes – "Finish Line"
Brand new single from Britney Holmes called "Finish Line" from the movie Sister Code.
Tyron Vasquez - "She Don't Belong To Me"
Philadelphia artist Tyron Vasquez releases his visual for his new single “She Don’t Belong To Me”.
Friday, June 12, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: Indeep - "Last Night A DJ Saved My Life"
Indeep, a New York-based dance/pop group comprised of lead singer Réjane Magloire and Rose Marie Ramsey, scored a Top 10 R&B hit with their debut 1982 single "Last Night a DJ Saved My Life." A huge hit in both disco clubs and skating rinks, the song would later be covered by many including Mariah Carey for her tenth album, Glitter. Unfortunately for Indeep, the Mike Cleveland and Reggie Thompson-produced "Last Night A DJ Saved My Life" would be the group's only major hit, thus forever placing them in the "One-Hit Wonder" category of artists.
Azekel - "Mad About The Boy"
UK singer Azekel premieres the video for new single "Mad About The Boy" off his RawVol1 EP out June 21.
Vanessa Elisha - "Down for This"
New record from Australian songstress Vanessa Elisha, she has an upcoming EP called Good Ones that should be dropping soon.
Shanell YMCMB x Zaytoven - "Fraud"
YMCMB's Shanell teams up with producer Zaytoven to put men who lie about their 'D' game on blast.
D∆WN – "Running From Sane"
Former Danity Kane member Dawn Richard kicks off Adult Swim’s Singles program with her new song “Running From Sane.”
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Mila J feat. Future - "FreakNic"
Fresh off her surprise "Press Start" collaboration with BC Kingdom, Mila J stays busy with this steamy new single called "FreakNic" featuring Future.
Faith Evans feat. KeKe Wyatt - "Make Love"
From her new album Incomparable available in stores & online now.
Ky-Mani Marley - "Fancy Things"
Ky-Mani Marley - "Fancy Things"
An ode to anti-gold diggers from Ky-Mani Marley. New album, Maestro, set to drop June 30th.
Kyndall – "The Hills (Remix)"
Kyndall's been doing great at keeping her name in the conversation as she presents yet another remix with her take on The Weeknd’s new song “The Hills.”
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Eric Bellinger – "iPod On Shuffle"
Eric Bellinger releases “iPod On Shuffle” off his upcoming debut album, Cuffing Season set to hit retailers July 7th.
Ty Dolla $ign & Diplo – "Stand For (Alternate Version)"
Keeping the momentum of the original version he produced, Diplo shares an alternate version of Ty Dolla $ign’s “Stand For,” featuring Jeremih.
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Treasure Davis feat. Luke Christopher - "Heart Flavored Sucker (Explicit Version)"
Video for "Heart Flavored Sucker" with guest Luke Christopher, from Treasure's debut EP, Heart Flavored Summer, on iTunes now.
JS - "I Can't Breathe"
Inspired by recent events in Bridgeton, NJ and throughout the country, JS (b. Junious Sampson) recently offered his vocals to The Artizonals’ single, “I Want You,” comes together with his hometown along with Kymo (Keeping Young Minds Occupied) and creates a tribute video for the victims and their families.
Just Ivy feat. French Montana – "Adderall"
Pop R&B singer Just Ivy has already collaborated with hip-hop heavyweights Akon, DJ Khaled, and Meek Mill, debuts a new track, “Adderall,” a pairing with French Montana.
Monday, June 8, 2015
XO feat. Shay Lia - "U & I"
As the release of 19-year-old XO's forthcoming EP The Ethereal Experience draws nearer, the producer, DJ and part-time singer unveils 'U & I' featuring additional vocals from talented artist Shay Lia.
T-Pain feat. Juicy J – "Make That Sht Work"
Sunday, June 7, 2015
Strictly R&B: In The News 6/7/15
Natalie La Rose Rises On The UK Radio Airplay Chart
Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch Property Is Being Sold For $100 Million
R&B/Soul Band Counts Former Members of Gladys Knight and the Pips, and Earth, Wind & Fire on Roster
Kelly Clarkson’s Soulful Rihanna Cover Shows Why She Should Sing More R&B
Alicia Keys Flawless For Grazia Magazine
Jaguar Wright Slams K. Michelle: "How Do You Get That Dumb?"
Jennifer Lopez Sued For Bootylicious Performance In Morocco
John Legend - "My Imagination"
John Legend - "My Imagination"
From the upcoming soundtrack to the new Broadway musical Finding Neverland.
Dorian - "Running Back To You" (Acoustic Version)
Coming fresh off the Stevie Wonder “Songs in Key Of Life” tour, Houston, TX, R&B singer-songwriter Dorian belts out an acoustic version of his single “Running Back To You” from his Acoustic Sessions EP.
Chris Brown – "Ghetto Tales (I Know You Wanna See)"
Chris Brown - "Ghetto Tales (I Know You Wanna See)"
In light of his recent confrontation with ex-girlfriend Karrueche that made all the gossip blogs, Chris Brown aptly releases a new song titled 'Ghetto Tales."
Saturday, June 6, 2015
Blaq Tuxedo - "Goin A Bill"
After dropping their "Don't" remix a few days ago, Blaq Tuxedo is back with another banger titled “Goin A Bill.”
Jill Scott - "I Adore You"
Unreleased ballad from Jill Scott "I Adore You" drops just ahead of her upcoming Greatest Hits album
Raye feat. Avelino - "Alien"
RAYE. - Alien (Feat. Avelino) by sonkengmboukengherv
"There's no place like home..." reminds London singer Raye on her new single/video "Alien."
Rita Ora - "Poison"
RITA ORA - Poison by asif60965
New visuals for Rita Ora's 1st single "Poison" from her forthcoming album.
Friday, June 5, 2015
Friday Night Throwback: Janet Jackson - "The Pleasure Principle"
With the terrific news that Janet Jackson is working on her first new album in seven years this fall, this week's Friday Night Throwback is dedicated to the legendary singer. "The Pleasure Principle", the sixth single from the Janet's third studio album Control, was released in 1987. Written and produced by Monte Moir, the "independent woman" anthem debuted at number 78 on the Billboard Hot 100 and later reached its peak at number 14 on August 1, 1987. And while "The Pleasure Principle" became the only song released by Jackson to miss the top ten, nevertheless it became her fifth chart-topper on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and her third on the Hot Dance Club Play. The song is also remembered for its 'iconic', dance-heavy video directed Dominic Sena and a former MTV staple.
Kevin McCall - "Girls Like Dancing"
Kevin McCall releases new single titled “Girls Like Dancing” which was previously released, but has been remastered for re-release.
Thursday, June 4, 2015
August Alsina feat. Jeremih & J. Cole – "Planes [Remix]"
Working on his second album, New Orleans crooner August takes flight with his seductive remix to Jeremih’s “Planes” featuring J. Cole.
The Artizonals feat. JS – "I Want You"
New single from The Artizonals, a production team made up of B. Steele, Stereo Lif and Bleu Bailey. This track features the vocals of singer JS.
Leon Bridges - "Smooth Sailin"
Leon Bridges - "Smooth Sailin"
Latest single off of Coming Home, Bridges’ debut record which will be released on Columbia at the end of the month.
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Mariah Carey - "Infinity"
Mariah Carey releases her new video for "Infinity", premiering it by way of some good ol’ product placement — by embedding the video on her new Match.com profile.
Jacob Latimore – "Yo Boyfriend (Aint Got Nothing on Me)"
Jacob Latimore lets you know where he stands with this blunt new single titled “Yo Boyfriend (Aint Got Nothing on Me)”.
Audrey Rose feat. Remy Ma and Fetty Wap - "Ice Cream"
Audrey Rose - Ice Cream (Feat. Fetty Wap & Remy... by sonkengmboukengherv
Remy Ma and FettyWap join R&B newcomer Audrey rose for "Ice Cream" taken from her new mixtape Chapter One: Guns And Roses, out now.
Wynter Gordon - "Bleeding Out"
Wynter unveils visual for her new single "Bleeding Out" off her new EP FiveNeedle out today.
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Louise Chantal - "Genuflect"
United Kingdom native Louise Chantal makes her musical debut with a sultry, down-tempo track titled, "Genuflect."
Teenear feat. Sage The Gemini - "Friday Night"
Upcoming songstress Teenear debuts her single “Friday Night” featuring popular hip-hop heartthrob Sage The Gemini.
Monday, June 1, 2015
Tinashe feat. Def Loaf - "All Hands On Deck (remix)"
Here's yet another (Iggy Azalea was on the first) of Tinashe's "All Hands On Deck" this time featuring Def Loaf. Both ladies will join Nicki Minaj on her “Pinkprint Tour” starting July 17.
Moncada - "Pretty Girl"
Toronto-native Moncada releases the visual for his new single “Pretty Girl."
Rock City - "Caught Up In My Feelings"
Rock City - "Caught Up In My Feelings"
Talented singers/songwriters Rock City are back with another banging single titled “Caught Up In My Feelings."
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