Imagine climbing inside of the score playing inside of Dave Chappelle’s head. Which of your favorite songs do you think he has curated … making him bob … creating that vibe? Well, you no longer have to wonder. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information His tour accompanist, DJ Trauma who has been making the comedian’s audiences […]
Jhene Aiko and Meghan Thee Stallion dropped albums today setting the tone for a woman’s empowerment weekend. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Amid all the drama between the Houstonian’s label 1501 Certified Entertainment, Megan Thee Stallion was still able to drop an album. Her debut album Suga is a nine-track project that includes her single […]
One of the biggest takeaways from Beyoncé’s Homecoming, a documentary detailing her iconic performance at Coachella aka Beychella performance, was her remake of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly’s Black national anthem “Before I Let Go.” Some purists believed the cover is almost sacrilegious but there are many (Shout out to the Beyhive) who loved her rendition […]
Motown legend Stevie Wonder, the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, R&B diva Stephanie Mills, New Jack Swing icons Guy, and Funk guitarist and songwriter Ray Parker Jr. is among the 2019 honorees for the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame, organizer LaMont Robinson announced today. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Also to be inducted […]
Rising R&B/pop sensation Kyla Imani is starting her year off right with the music video for a new single called “Decline,” and she’s got popular Baltimore-bred rapper Deetranada to assist on the girl power anthem that has zero chill or tolerance for dudes that insist on blowing up your phone. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information […]
The lead single off her latest album Joyride may have been titled “No Drama,” but R&B singer and recent Dancing with the Stars contestant Tinashe is here for all the drama in her latest gig, starring in the upcoming live version of hit broadway rock musical Rent. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement According to […]
When it comes to soul music, nobody delivers the funk quite like Anderson .Paak. As fans patiently await the arrival of his upcoming Oxnard EP, the multifaceted crooner decided to deliver a smooth cut from the project that features the Pulitzer Prize-winning MC himself, Kendrick Lamar. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement With “Tints,” which […]
The 2018 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards, held at Atlanta’s Woodruff Arts Center’s Symphony Hall on Aug. 30, respected Janet Jackson with the BMI Icon Award and featured an unexpected appearance by Missy Elliott. The occasion perceives the songwriters, producers, and publishers of the year’s most-performed R&B/Hip Hop melodies. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Metro Boomin was […]
After getting a look last week at the recently relaunched Reebok Rapide silhouette, the global sportswear stalwart is rolling out the shoe with a full editorial campaign fronted by rising U.K. R&B star Mahalia. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement Taking us to her native streets of East London for the lookbook, Mahalia looks straight […]
Today (July 17) marks 17 years since R&B legend Aaliyah released her final studio album, the self-titled magnum opus Aaliyah, here in the United States. The album has proved to be an ongoing source of influence for many musicians, both in R&B and other genres, to study, emulate and ultimately pay homage to an artist […]
If you haven’t seen it yet, Ty Dolla $ign and Jeremih recently dropped the visuals for “The Light” — the new single off the two R&B crooner’s upcoming joint album MighTY. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement The video gives off endless vibes of having fun. As you watch it, both Jeremih and Ty […]
Many musicians are in tune with their stylish side, but only a select few can truly be deemed fashion icons. Sean John shows love to six of the greatest musicians in Hip-Hop and R&B to merge the worlds of music and style with a new range of tees that pay tribute to some and homage […]
Brooklyn-bred MC PHresher is heavy on the promo trail for his upcoming album, PH, and the latest single from the project is definitely an ode to the ladies out there. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Advertisement With “You Do,” PHresher shows off his softer side by serenading his ideal lady with compliments on […]
Any self-respecting music fan understands the significance, importance and just straight up awe that comes with the words Universal Music Enterprises — a company with decades worth of classic records at their disposal. Now, imagine having that same enthusiasm about the music empire, and then getting the dream opportunity to spearhead its department of urban […]
This article was originally published in The Source “Power 30” Issue #273 DANIEL CAESAR Freudian Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Golden Child Recordings Production: Alex Ernewein, Daniel Caesar, Jordan Evans, Matthew Burnett, & Riley Bell Advertisement Daniel Caesar took the R&B scene by storm. Just two years after the release of his debut […]
This article was originally published in The Source “Power 30” Issue #273 MIGUEL War & Leisure Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information RCA/ByStorm Production: Miguel, Mark Pitts, and more Advertisement Since 2010, Miguel has consistently delivered solid projects. With the release of his fourth studio album, War & Leisure, he’s done it again. Although […]
Miguel is still on the promo run for his chart-topping 2017 album War & Leisure, visiting Jimmy Fallon last night (Apr. 30) to perform his latest single, “Come Through and Chill” on The Tonight Show. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In just over four minutes, the R&B crooner shows us why he’s a key reason […]
For the first time in U.S. History, Hip-Hop is now the most popular genre in music, surpassing the previous title-holder of Rock & Roll. According to Nielsen Music’s mid-year report, which classifies Hip-Hop and R&B within the same category, both genres currently compose 25.1 percent of all music consumed in the United States. Visit streaming.thesource.com […]
The Nielsen United States music mid-year report is here and the numbers show that Hip Hop/R&B has dethroned Rock as the most popular music genre in the country. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Hip-hop/R&B come in at 25.1%, meanwhile Rock now only comprises 23% of America’s music consumption. However, Rock album purchases still make up […]
The legendary R&B singer Monica opens up about her recent experiences dealing with endometriosis. She shared that after being hospitalized numerous occasions for migraines, her ob/gyn Dr. Ceana Nazhat looked deeper into causes. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information After diagnosis, she went through a long 8-hour surgery to get the cysts, fibroids, and hernia removed. She […]
