Tag: Soul

Missy Elliott Will Honor Aaliyah in ESSENCE Festival Tribute

ESSENCE and Rolling Out report that Missy Elliott will curate an Aaliyah tribute at the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture.

By Erik · June 22, 2026

Glenn Lewis Returns With "Overture", His First Album in 13 Years

Glenn Lewis is back with Overture, a new album that marks his first full-length release in 13 years and reintroduces one of R&B’s most supple voices.

By Erik · June 19, 2026

Masego Returns With ‘Breathe,’ a Vulnerable New Single Ahead of His 40+ Date Fix Your Face Tour

Masego is back with ‘Breathe,’ a new single built around grief, reflection, and the tension between artistry and the grind. The song arrives as he gears up for his first headline tour in nearly three years.

By Erik · June 19, 2026

Alicia Keys Closes Knicks Championship Parade With ‘Empire State of Mind’ at City Hall

Alicia Keys brought ‘Empire State of Mind’ to the Knicks’ championship parade, closing the celebration at City Hall with a very New York moment.

By Erik · June 19, 2026

Teyana Taylor Named Icon of the Year for the 2026 BET Awards

BET has named Teyana Taylor the 2026 Icon of the Year, recognizing her impact across R&B, performance, film, and style.

By Erik · June 16, 2026

Peabo Bryson, Grammy-Winning Voice Behind ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ Dies at 75

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.

By Erik · June 5, 2026

Peabo Bryson Reportedly Suffers Stroke, Multiple Outlets Say

Multiple outlets are reporting that Peabo Bryson is under medical care after suffering a stroke. The Grammy-winning R&B legend is 75.

By Erik · June 2, 2026

Girlfriend’s 'Honey Water' Era Keeps Gaining Steam With Billboard and BET Spotlight

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.

By Erik · May 28, 2026