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Sunday, November 26, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week 11/26/17


Keith Sweat’s ‘Make It Last Forever’ Announced the Future of R&B

Mariah Carey Postpones Christmas Tour Launch Due to Health Issues [PHOTO]

2017 Soul Train Awards Winners

Beyonce Ties Mariah Carey For Third-Most Top 10s by a Woman on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart

Yes, Diana Ross Really Does Play DJ Khaled's 'All I Do Is Win' at Her Concerts

Rihanna’s Uncle Allegedly Arrested In Barbados For Selling Knock-Offs From Her PUMA Line

Tamar Braxton’s Mom Evelyn Details An Episode Where Vincent Herbert Allegedly Abused Her Daughter

Janet Jackson and Jermaine Dupri Are Reconnecting After Her Split

Jennifer Lopez to Star in Guess Jeans Spring 2018 Campaign

Pete Moore, an Original Miracle and Co-Writer of Hits, Dies at 79

Sunday, November 5, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 11/5/17


Tyrese Gibson Thanks His Wife as Abuse Investigation Dropped by Child Service Officials

Chris Brown Says He’s The Best Artist Out And You Will Deal

Mariah Carey and her manager have split

Tamar Braxton, Reconciliation with Estranged Husband Vince Not Gonna Happen

Heatwave singer Keith Wilder dead at 65

Keyshia Cole Climbs The R&B Billboard Charts To The #1 Spot With ’11:11 Reset’

Keyshia Cole, Method Man, DVSN, Daniel Caesar & More to Perform at the 2017 Soul Train Awards

Anthony Hamilton Joins Fantasia in North Carolina’s Music Hall of Fame

Solange’s Elaborate Braided Crown Is Omitted From Her Latest Cover… But Why?

Rihanna looks comfortable AF as Fenty beauty values at $72 million after just one month

Bobby Brown and Bobbi Kristina’s Estate Settle Biopic Lawsuit

Sunday, October 29, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 10/29/17


Chrisette Michele Opens Up About Miscarriage and Label Drop After Trump Inauguration

Janet Jackson Visits Her Family's Humble Indiana Home for the First Time in 43 Years

How Ty Dolla $ign Is Bringing R&B Singing Back to the Charts

Fats Domino, R&B Singer and Rock Pioneer, Dies at 89

YFN Lucci and Jacquees Star in Sean John's Holiday Campaign: Exclusive

Snoh Aalegra Talks New Album 'Feels,' Working With No I.D. & the Best Advice She Received From Prince

Rising Singer Daniel Caesar Blazes Trail with Celeb Fan Base

Tamar Braxton Files For Divorce From Vincent Herbert and She Wants Full Custody Of Her Son

Ne-Yo And Wife Crystal Are Expecting Their Second Child Together

Ella Mai Readies Intimate Six-City International Tour

Mahalia Talks About Her Journey From Unknown Singer To Major Label Recording Artist

Usher Herpes Accuser Will Reportedly Drop $20M Lawsuit

Tyrese dedicates first verse of ‘Let’s Get It On’ to his daughter

Sunday, October 8, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 10/8/17


Victor Oladipo on His R&B Future and Starting Over with the Pacers

Death Of R&B Artist, Writer & “Philly Sound” Principal Bunny Sigler

Kelela Is R&B’s Futurist

Bonzai is the Irish Singer-Songwriter Bringing Technicolor Rave to Modern R&B: New Face, Fresh Style

Cassie Announces Diddy-Produced Short Film, 'Love A Loser'

Tyrese Goes Off About The Rock: ‘I Will Not Be Deleting This Post’

Bobby Brown Loses Bid to Block TV One’s ‘Bobbi Kristina’ Movie

Jill Scott Cast as Lady Eve In Upcoming ‘Black Lightning’ Series

In A New Interview, Little Richard Doesn’t Exactly Disown Being Gay, But…

Nina Simone, LL Cool J And More Nominated For The 2018 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

Teyana Taylor Joins Cast of BET’s “Hit The Floor”

Sunday, September 24, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 9/24/17


Usher’s Male Accuser Claims Singer Exposed Him to Herpes at Spa

Jhené Aiko Talks New Album 'Trip,' Evolving As a Mother & Why Big Sean Is the Love of Her Life

Xscape Announces The Great Xscape Reunion Tour With Monica & Tamar Braxton

T.I. And Tiny No Longer Planning Divorce: “We’re Figuring It Out As We Go”

VEVO To Host Halloween-Themed Concert Featuring Aminé, Jessie Reyez & More

Rihanna Announces New Fenty Beauty Holiday Collection

Chris Brown Settles Civil Lawsuit by Woman Who Claims Singer Assaulted Her

Beyonce and Jay Z to Headline Hurricane Relief Concert in Brooklyn, NY

R&B Artist Kenny Lattimore Reveals Cover Art For Ninth Studio Album, ‘Vulnerable’

Camila Cabello Admits She Was Terrified To Perform Without Fifth Harmony

Soul Singer Charles Bradley Is Dead At 68

Sunday, September 3, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 9/3/17


Patti LaBelle, DJ Khaled, Future and More Honored at 2017 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards

Prince’s Half-Sister Says Purple Was In Fact His Favorite Color ‘Because It Represented Royalty’

Thirst Trappin': Mya’s Hottest Instagram Photos

Tweet hospitalized for blood clots in lungs and arm

Jamie Foxx Announces Celebrity Telethon For Hurricane Harvey Victims
Beyonce and Chris Brown Too

Rising Star QUIÑ Talks New EP and Redefining Soul Music

Beyoncé 'In Talks' to Record Theme Song for Upcoming James Bond Movie: Report

Mariah Carey Talks 'Unforgettable (Remix)', Touring With Lionel Richie & Upcoming Christmas Movies

Soul II Soul Singer Melissa Bell Dead at 53

Melanie Fiona Prepping New Album For Early 2018; Signs With UAA After Exiting Roc Nation

Sunday, July 23, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 7/23/17


Report: Hip-Hop/R&B Is The Dominant Genre In The U.S. For The First Time

Bruno Mars' 'That's What I Like' Is Now Tied As The Longest-Running No. 1 On the R&B Chart

RIP: LC Cook, Legendary Gospel and R&B Singer, Younger Brother of Sam Cooke

TV One’s ‘Unsung’ Honors Legendary R&B and Funk Group Switch

Another woman claims R. Kelly tried to lure her into his cult

Dru Hill honored in Detroit, performs for adoring fans

Woman Claims Usher Exposed Her To STD In $10 Million Lawsuit

Singer and ‘Power’ Actress Naturi Naughton and Boyfriend Welcome First Child

Grammy-Award Winning Artist Cecile McLorin Salvant Is Deeply Rooted in Music

Janet Jackson Working on Documentary After Moving Back to LA

Chris Brown Files Lawsuit Against Philippines Promoter Over Extortion Plot

Quincy Jones Testifies Against Michael Jackson Estate: ‘I Was Cheated Out of a Lot of Money’

Sunday, July 9, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 7/9/17


DJ Khaled Earns First No. 1 on Hot R&B Songs Chart with 'Wild Thoughts'

The enigmatic R&B singer H.E.R. gives first face-to-face interview without confirming identity

Charlotte-born R&B artist Anthony Hamilton to be inducted into NC Music Hall of Fame

After Four Years, Sevyn Streeter, R&B and Pop Hitmaker, Finally Gets Her Chance

The Night Bob Marley Got Shot

Prince's Paisley Park Estate Plots 'Musicology' Battle of the Bands; Old Videos Now On YouTube

R&B Heartthrob Omarion Talks ‘Reasons,’ Fatherhood and Love

Boyz II Men Honored by The City of Philadelphia

SZA Announces North America “Ctrl Tour”

Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ Catapults To #4 On The Billboard Top 200; Former Drummer Dies

Sunday, May 14, 2017

Strictly R&B: In the News - Week of 5/14/17


R&B's brightest pay tribute to their moms at VH1's 'Dear Mama' special

JMSN is Pushing R&B Forward by Returning to its Roots

Meet Amea, the Newest R&B Addition to San Antonio's Music Scene

Chilli Clarifies “All Lives Matter” Remarks, Says She Didn’t Mean To “Undervalue The Black Lives Matter Movement”

Interview: Craig David Shares The Keys To A Good Groove With ‘TS5’

How Jimi Hendrix Set Black Artists Stone Free

Bell Biv DeVoe Embarking on ‘Three Stripes Tour’ With SWV and En Vogue

R.I.P. Pierre DeMudd of The Dazz Band

New Couple Alert: Brandy and Rapper Sir The Baptist

Jennifer Hudson Signs On As Judge For ‘The Voice’ Season 13

Kehlani Breaks Down On Stage, Tells Crowd She May Need To Go To The Hospital

Chris Brown Denies He Abused Karrueche Tran

Sunday, April 23, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 4/23/17


Cuba Gooding, Sr., Main Ingredient Singer, Dead at 72

Maxwell Surprises Brooklyn Church With an Easter Performance

Video Surfaces Of Chris Brown Punching Photographer

Issa No: Restraining Order Granted To Prince’s Estate To Prevent ‘Deliverance’ EP Releases

Kevin Ross Announces ‘The Awakening’ Tour (Dates)

Mary J. Blige Claims Estranged Husband Used Over $400k To Fund Affair In New Court Docs

Alicia Keys and John Legend Make Time’s 100 Most Influential People Of 2017

Looking Back on Prince’s Legacy a Year After His Death

Exclusive Interview: Keyshia Cole Dishes On New Music, Reality Show, Movies & More

Exclusive: New Edition Cast Tell All On Movie / Reveal New Project Together

Destiny’s Child Reunites as Beyonce Hits 100 Million Followers on Instagram [PHOTO]

Sunday, April 9, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 4/9/17


Rihanna Is Expanding Her Fashion Empire

Chris Brown and Lil Wayne named in federal drug deal investigation

Source of drugs that caused Prince’s death still unknown to investigators

Singer Brenda Jones, of the R&B Group The Jones Girls, Has Passed Away

Demetria McKinney Wants To Get Back To The Pulse Of R&B

R&B icon Monica talks music, Alan Jackson, Atlanta Hawks

Beyonce’s Instagram Posts Are Reportedly Worth A Staggering $1 Million Each

BJ the Chicago Kid Talks ‘Confessions’ Tribute; Calls Usher ‘the Closest Thing to Michael Jackson’

Pharrell Honors Nile Rodgers at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony

Jamie Foxx To Host New Game Show ‘Beat Shazam’; Dating Katie Holmes?

Sunday, March 19, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 3/19/17


Hip Hop & R&B Single Sales: Bruno Mars Dominates As Remy Ma's "SHETHER" Debuts

SZA Is a Rebellious R&B Sensation

Chris Brown Announces New Album and Declares 'This Summer is All About the Women'

Rock ’N’ Roll Pioneer Chuck Berry Has Died

SWV Biopic Is in the Works, Says Coko: ‘There’s So Much That People Don’t Know’

The New Power Generation Is Reuniting and Going on Tour, Prince’s Handwritten Letter Released

Get ready for Rihanna's arrival at 'Bates Motel'

Tyrese Defends His Wife And Controversial Opinions On Instagram

Patti LaBelle Announces New Album ‘Bel Hommage’

Global ‘Ella 100’ Celebration To Commemorate Ella Fitzgerald’s Centennial Year

Keke Wyatt To Guest Star On All-New Episode of ‘Saints & Sinners’

Sister Sledge Family Says Joni Sledge Died of Natural Causes From “Pre-Existing Condition”

Sunday, March 12, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 3/12/17


NFLer gets into on-stage melee with R&B group

Joni Sledge of R&B group Sister Sledge dies at age 60

R&B singer's next single will be India's answer to Bruno Mars' 24K Magic

Ciara Involved in Car Accident in Los Angeles [VIDEO]

T-Boz Reveals Son in Adorable Photo: ‘This Is My Heart’

LAPD Wants to Meet With Chris Brown to Address Neighborhood Complaints Against Him

Nicki Minaj Blasts PartyNextDoor Ghostwriting Rumors, Says He Had “Nothing” To Do With Her New Music

Tank to Guest Star In An All-New Episode of ‘Saints & Sinners’

Faith Evans Shares Cover Art For ‘The King & I’ Duets Album

Sunday, February 26, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 2/26/17


Legendary R&B songwriter and producer Leon Ware dead at 77

Bruno Mars Earns First No. 1 on Hot R&B Songs Chart With 'That's What I Like'

'We're TLC and We Just Tell It Like It Is': Chilli on Trio's Unfiltered Debut 'Ooooooohhh... On the TLC Tip' 25 Years Later

Kingdom Rises From the Underground With Off-Kilter R&B

Beyonce ‘Heartbroken’ Over Coachella Cancellation, But Focused On Healthy Pregnancy

Sean Kingston Claims He Was Tricked By Migos In Alleged Las Vegas Incident

Crew Love: How ‘The New Edition Story’ Made A Band Of Brothers

Still At It: Paula Patton Accuses Robin Thicke Of Meddling With Custody Order

Mariah Carey Congratulates Ex-Hubby Nick Cannon On Birth Of Newborn Son

Keke Palmer responds to Trey Songz’s ‘liar’ accusations

Sunday, February 19, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 2/19/17


Brandy on new music, being 'brave' and why we're still obsessed with '90s R&B

R&B Veteran Charlie Wilson Talks Four Decades of Chart Success

Prince’s Music Stream Increases 6,323 Percent In Wake Of Wide Release

Solange Writes Heartfelt Tribute To Musician Junie Morrison

Chris Brown Plotting Major U.S. Tour With a Gang of Rappers [PHOTO]

Clyde Stubblefield, James Brown’s ‘Funky Drummer,’ Dies At 73; Hip-Hop Community Reacts

A Timeline of Dionne Farris's Life

Village People Lead Singer Victor Willis Writes Letter To Grammy Recording Academy, Accuses Racial Bias

Carlos Santana Retracts On His Beyoncé Diss

Sunday, February 12, 2017

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 2/12/17


Aretha Franklin Deserves More Respect

Jazz Singer Al Jarreau Dead at 76

The Grammys Fumble Hip-Hop and R&B. Here’s How to Fix It.

This R&B Star Has Reportedly Joined the Cast of 'Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood'

Leela James Reveals Cover Art & Tracklist for Upcoming Album “Did It For Love”

Montell Jordan Shares The Story Of How He Transitioned From A R&B Singer To A Pastor

Frank Ocean Drags The ‘Faulty’ Grammys In Livid Tumblr Post

Bryson Tiller’s Ex-Manager Suing Singer’s Current Management Team

Teddy Pendergrass Documentary Headed to Production; Co-Financed By BBC Films

A New Prince Documentary Is on the Way This Year

Singer Jason Derulo slams American Airlines for alleged 'racial discrimination'

The Biopic Effect: New Edition Breaks Top 40 For First Time Since 2004

Sunday, November 27, 2016

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 11/27/16


Colonel Abrams, Legendary ‘80s R&B and House Singer, Dies at 67

Kehlani’s Upcoming Debut Album Is Called ‘SweetSexySavage’ [PHOTO]

Frank Ocean Selling ‘Blond’ Vinyl and Merchandise for Black Friday

Joe Continues Impressive Streak on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart

Ginuwine’s Eggplant Hit the Internet, Everyone Lost It and He Responded

Aretha Franklin Performs Nearly Five-Minute Long National Anthem

Erykah Badu’s Beautiful Braids Take Time

Meet Nick Hakim, The Soul Singer In Search Of A Sacred Space

Keith Sweat Lands Vegas Residency at The Flamingo With “Keith Sweat: Last Forever”

Lloyd Reveals ‘Tru’ EP Album Cover and Tracklisting

Can You Spot Mariah Carey's Photoshop Fail?

Sunday, November 20, 2016

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 11/20/16


Sharon Jones, Soul and Funk Singer With Dap-Kings, Dead at 60

Watch Kanye West Call Out Beyonce and Jay Z, Abruptly End Concert

Korean R&B Singer Crush Flaunts His Versatility as Debut International Tour Hits NYC

Dawn Richard – From Girl Group Star to Future R&B Queen

Anthony Hamilton on what’s missing in today’s R&B: Where’s the romance?

Alicia Keys Collects Seventh No. 1 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart

Michael Pangilinan hooked on R&B

Sammie Discusses His Mission to Save R&B & New EP 'I'm Him'

Jagged Edge’s Kyle Norman Accused Of Trying To Stab His Son During Drunken Fight

Deborah Cox Is Ready to Fill Whitney Houston’s Shoes in The Bodyguard Musical: “Her Legacy Deserves It”

Monica Exits RCA After Two Decades: “I Grew Up With You All”

Why Nick Gordon won't pay any of the $36 million owed to Bobbi Kristina Brown's estate

Sunday, November 13, 2016

Strictly R&B: In The News - Week of 11/13/16


Leonard Cohen's Producer Reveals R&B and Orchestral Albums Were in the Works

10 R&B Artists That Defined Hip-Hop Soul

Prince’s Estate Shoots Down Jay Z’s Bid for Music Catalog; Issues With Tidal Deal

Pretty Ricky Reunited for Final Album and Tour [PHOTO]

Big Sean Confirms New TWENTY88 Album With Jhene Aiko Coming Next Year

THEY. Join Summer’s Over Tour With PARTYNEXTDOOR & Jeremih

Kevin McCall Accused Of Knocking A Woman’s Tooth Out

Solange Knowles, Beyonce & Kelly Rowland Pitch In To Aid Louisiana Flood Victims

Keyshia Cole Teases What She’s Been Cooking Up In The Lab

Lloyd Used His Hiatus to Earn a High School Diploma; Talks Being on The Run From Police Early in His Career

FIRST LOOK: Rihanna in Upcoming Film, ‘Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets’

Photographer Steve Parke To Release Rare Prince Photos (Preview)