Tag: R&B
Recording Academy Expands the R&B Field for the 69th Grammys
By Erik |The Grammys are adding Best R&B Collaboration or Duo/Group Performance and renaming Best R&B Performance to Best R&B Solo Performance for 2027.
Kehlani Shares ‘Cruise Control’ Music Video, Keeping the Current R&B Run in Motion
By Erik |Kehlani has released the official music video for ‘Cruise Control,’ extending the song’s rollout with a new visual now live on YouTube.
Kehlani Confirms South African World Tour Dates for December 2026
By Erik |Kehlani's World Tour is headed to South Africa in December 2026, with shows in Pretoria and Cape Town and a June 19 presale launch.
BLXST and Sasha Keable Share 'Ruin' Video as 'Labor of Love' Rollout Picks Up
By Erik |BLXST and Sasha Keable's new 'Ruin' video is drawing fresh attention as the Labor of Love rollout picks up steam.
FLO Set the Tone for 'Therapy at the Club' With New Single 'Don't Break Her Heart'
By Erik |FLO's new single arrives as an elegant preview of Therapy at the Club, the trio's sophomore album, with multiple outlets reporting a July 24 release date.
Naomi Sharon Announces 'No Sleep in Paradise Tour' Dates Ahead of New Album
By Erik |Naomi Sharon has announced the No Sleep in Paradise Tour, a 19-date run arriving ahead of her sophomore album of the same name.
Chris Brown Settles ‘Sensational’ and ‘Monalisa’ Songwriting Royalties Lawsuit
By Erik |Chris Brown has reached a settlement in principle in the copyright dispute over ‘Sensational’ and ‘Monalisa,’ though the terms were not disclosed.
Teyana Taylor Named Icon of the Year for the 2026 BET Awards
By Erik |BET has named Teyana Taylor the 2026 Icon of the Year, recognizing her impact across R&B, performance, film, and style.
Syd Announces New Album 'Beard,' Shares 'Callin'
By Erik |Syd has announced her third solo album, Beard, due July 17 via Free Lunch/Warner Records, and released the new single "Callin" featuring Blu June.
Peabo Bryson, Grammy-Winning Voice Behind ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ Dies at 75
By Erik |The Grammy-winning singer’s family confirmed his passing on June 2, and tributes quickly followed from Regina Belle and the wider R&B community.
Bryson Tiller Announces 61-Date “Neo Trapsoul Tour” With Majid Jordan and Ty Dolla $ign
By Erik |Bryson Tiller has announced a 61-date Neo Trapsoul Tour with Majid Jordan and Ty Dolla $ign, and venue-by-venue announcements are beginning to roll out.
Peabo Bryson Reportedly Suffers Stroke, Multiple Outlets Say
By Erik |Multiple outlets are reporting that Peabo Bryson is under medical care after suffering a stroke. The Grammy-winning R&B legend is 75.
Ravyn Lenae Announces 'Blue Island,' Shares New Single 'Handle'
By Erik |Ravyn Lenae has announced Blue Island, her third album, due August 7 via Atlantic. The project arrives with the new single 'Handle' and a pre-order link on her official site.
Leon Thomas to Receive ASCAP Vanguard Award
By Erik |ASCAP will honor Leon Thomas with its Vanguard Award at a private event in Los Angeles on June 25, recognizing his growing influence on R&B.
Girlfriend’s 'Honey Water' Era Keeps Gaining Steam With Billboard and BET Spotlight
By Erik |Billboard named Girlfriend its May 2026 Up-and-Coming R&B Artist of the Month, and BET’s Amplified Live is adding to the momentum around Honey Water as she prepares to join Ella Mai on tour.
Kehlani Announces 2026 'Kehlani World Tour' Dates
By Erik |The singer's 33-date North American run begins Aug. 6 in Minneapolis and will feature Durand Bernarr, Isaia Huron, TheARTI$t and Waseel.
