Tag: R&B

The UK's run of R&B talent hasn't slowed down, and Leicester's Tyde is the latest name buzzing out of it. His new EP 'SUMMER TYME' runs seven tracks, moving from late-night slow burners like 'bet it is' to the more upbeat bounce of 'tally up', with his falsetto carrying the whole thing.

Johnny Venus released his first solo album The 11th Hour on his birthday, a 12-track project executive produced by The-Dream. The album features collaborations with 6LACK, Alissia, INK, Spillage Village, and Asha Imuno. Singles include I Want You Back, Porsche 911, and Nightmares. Venus previously spent over a decade as part of EARTHGANG.

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.

How are y'all feeling Mary Ann Alexander's new single, 'Call Me?' Mary Ann Alexander, Call Me, Brandy, New R&B, Radar Replies

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.

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.'