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Tyla on Essence: That Girl Music Scholarship 2026
Tyla is putting money behind the next generation of women in music. The two-time Grammy winner has partnered with Epic Records on the That Girl Music Scholarship, named after the single from her second album, 'A*POP', Essence reported. Ten women pursuing music degrees will receive $5,000 each.
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Allure on Cadillac Chronicles Interview
The lovely ladies of officialallure97 came through to cadillacchroniclestv with some classic generational bops. Beautiful harmonies and soulful vocals their mics are all the way live. Their signature sound helped define the golden era of 90s R&B. This was an amazing experience and conversation.
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Summer Walker on Billboard: Fraud Lawsuit Against LVRN
Summer Walker is suing LVRN for fraud, breach of fiduciary duty and breach of contract. Her 2017 deal made LVRN both her label partner and manager. The suit claims the company pocketed money from her touring, recording, marketing and merchandise budgets. Walker wants a judge to void the deal. Interscope filed a $50 million lawsuit claiming she owes two of five albums in her contract.
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Karyn White on October 14: R&B Legend Shines
Happy 61st birthday to Karyn White. Before her solo run, the Los Angeles singer was the voice on Jeff Lorber's 'Facts of Love'. Her 1988 debut, produced by L.A. Reid and Babyface, made her a star. Its first three singles, 'The Way You Love Me', 'Superwoman' and 'Secret Rendezvous', all went to No. 1 on the R&B chart.
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Snoh Aalegra on New R&B Single ‘Karma’ 2026
Was Snoh Aalegra's 'Karma' worth the wait? Her new single lands a week after she previewed 'Run Free', and teasers point to a new album which would be her first since 2021's 'Temporary Highs in the Violet Skies'. Stream 'Karma' now.
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Summer Walker on California’s Seven-Year Rule
Interscope Records sued Summer Walker seeking over $50 million damages over a 2017 joint deal requiring five studio albums. Interscope counts three completed albums while treating two others as non-counting EPs. Walker's attorneys invoked California's seven-year rule, a 1944 law allowing workers to exit personal services contracts after seven years. The original deal offered a $110,000 advance and 16 percent royalty. Walker's attorney expressed confidence in her legal position while remaining open to resolution, though a countersuit is possible. Interscope stated it hopes ongoing discussions lead to an amicable settlement.
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Snoh Aalegra on Her Fourth Album Coming Soon
Snoh Aalegra has never been in a hurry. Three albums in, her career has been built on patience: the slow-burning heartache of 'FEELS,' the late-night longing of 'Ugh, those feels again' and the lush, wide-open 'Temporary Highs in the Violet Skies' in 2021. 'Run Free' is her first new single since 2023, and it comes with a video directed by Alfred Marroquin.
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Mary Ann Alexander on New R&B: Call Me Single
How are y'all feeling Mary Ann Alexander's new single, 'Call Me?' Mary Ann Alexander, Call Me, Brandy, New R&B, Radar Replies
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RnB Radar: 12 New Singles You Need to Hear
Twelve new singles we can't stop playing. Some names you'll know — OSA, Hojean, Parisalexa, and Ciarán, who you knew as Bearface. Some you should: Toronto's own Faiza and Luna Elle, JEDSOUL out of West London, Soulaan Marie from Dallas.
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Victoria Monét on Frequency of Love: Internet Reacts
Victoria Monét has never made music for the impatient, and 'Frequency of Love' asks more of the listener than anything she's done before. Twenty-two songs, unhurried, built on texture more than hooks. Some heard a grown woman in full command of her sound.
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Meshell Ndegeocello on Blue Note: Synonym Interview
Meshell Ndegeocello has spent three decades proving a familiar song can still surprise you. On 'Synonym,' she pairs classics with voices you wouldn't expect: Chaka Khan on 'Islands in the Stream,' Destin Conrad and Moses Sumney trading lines on 'The Closer I Get To You,' Lianne La Havas on 'Don't Look Any Further,' and WILLOW taking on Temple of the Dog's 'Hunger Strike.'