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Tamera's "Helpless" Isn't Your Typical Love Song

Tamera's "Helpless" Isn't Your Typical Love Song
February 13, 2026 After an incredible 2025, Tamera is back with her first single of the year, arriving just in time for Valentine’s Day, and it’s clear she’s setting the tone for a new chapter that feels intimate and assured
Author: Uchechi Adeboye
R&B
Tamera
helpless
Mandolin Captures a Palpable Warmth in ‘same feeling, different font’ [Q&A]

Mandolin Captures a Palpable Warmth in ‘same feeling, different font’ [Q&A]
February 3, 2026 Leaving an album like 'same feeling, different font on read' is just not an option.
Author: DJ Connor
soul
interview
R&B
mandolin
same feeling different font
Lexa Gates Sophomore Album, I Am, Is A Quiet Claiming of Space

Lexa Gates Sophomore Album, I Am, Is A Quiet Claiming of Space
January 17, 2026 Vulnerable without being fragile and confident without being guarded, I Am feels like Gates stepping closer to herself in real time.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
r&b
pop
rap
album
Lexa Gates
I Am
Sherwyn's EP "Spin City" Captures the Dizzy Vulnerability of Falling in Love [Q&A]

Sherwyn's EP "Spin City" Captures the Dizzy Vulnerability of Falling in Love [Q&A]
January 8, 2026 From collaborating with his twin brother to radical optimism, we got all the latest from Sherwyn.
Author: DJ Connor
alternative
hip hop
R&B
Sherwyn
Spin City
Tamera Counts Her "Blessings" On Uplifting New Single

Tamera Counts Her "Blessings" On Uplifting New Single
December 12, 2025 London-based indie darling Tamera has blessed fans with the aptly titled, beautifully vulnerable track, "Blessings."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
R&B
Tamera
Blessings
Crying City on Cyberpunk and the Neurology of Unlearning Someone [Q&A]

Crying City on Cyberpunk and the Neurology of Unlearning Someone [Q&A]
November 26, 2025 We chatted to the artist about her latest singles, "VOTED OUT" and "unlearning you."
Author: DJ Connor
pop
R&B
Q&A
Crying City
VOTED OUT
unlearning you
Phoenix James Bares Her Soul in "Nothing Matters"

Phoenix James Bares Her Soul in "Nothing Matters"
November 3, 2025 “It’s about the ache of separation, the way physical space starts to erode emotional closeness.”
Author: Jazmin Kylene
soul
R&B
nothing matters
phoenix james
Sophia Galaté's Debut Album 'For My Own Entertainment' Is Pretty and Pink [Q&A]

Sophia Galaté's Debut Album 'For My Own Entertainment' Is Pretty and Pink [Q&A]
November 3, 2025 We got a chance to connect with Galaté surrounding the release of her debut for a deeper look at her multidimensionality and the critical role pink plays in her new era.
Author: Jazmin Kylene
soul
interview
R&b
sophia galate
Jai'Len Josey Confronts the Ache of Letting Go in "Won't Force You"

Jai'Len Josey Confronts the Ache of Letting Go in "Won't Force You"
October 31, 2025 Recently, Jai’Len ignited the stage with a showstopping set during the OnesToWatch X ONE Musicfest at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Author: Chancey Stefanos
singer songwriter
R&B
Jai'Len Josey
Won't Force You
Storm Ford's Down Payment EP Is A Striking Analysis of Emotional Investments

Storm Ford's Down Payment EP Is A Striking Analysis of Emotional Investments
October 29, 2025 Storm is on an exciting trajectory that also includes supporting R&B powerhouse Isaia Huron in New York City this past September.
Author: Hillary Safadi
pop
R&B
Storm Ford
Down Payment
Lars Martin Shares His Love Story for the Ages on Debut "Plans" [Premiere]

Lars Martin Shares His Love Story for the Ages on Debut "Plans" [Premiere]
March 26, 2021 Debuting his artist project, producer and songwriter, Lars Martin shares his inspiring love story with his wife on his single "Plans."    
Author: Jessica Thomas
R&B
Lars Martin
Plans
AUDREY NUNA and Teezo Touchdown Feed Fans With "Starving"

AUDREY NUNA and Teezo Touchdown Feed Fans With "Starving"
February 23, 2024 "Starving" is perfect for anyone navigating romantic tension and transformation.
Author: Carter Fife
soul
R&B
starving
audrey nuna
teezo touchdown
Looking to Get Lost in Space? Try Alann8h's 'Apollo 8'

Looking to Get Lost in Space? Try Alann8h's 'Apollo 8'
November 24, 2021 It's hard not to get lost in the idyllic sounds of Allan8h.
Author: Carter Fife
new artist discovery
pop
R&B
indie pop
album reviews
allan8h
apollo 8
Sara Kawai Cultivates Culture and Fosters Friendship With Live Event ‘Kawai & Friends’

Sara Kawai Cultivates Culture and Fosters Friendship With Live Event ‘Kawai & Friends’
August 4, 2022 ‘Kawai & Friends’ is a testament to keeping good company, loving music, and simply being friendly.
Author: Carter Fife
soul
R&B
jay wile
sara kawai
kawait and friends
amindi
alemeda
Meet Skylar Simone, Def Jam's Latest Signing and the Artist Behind the Mesmerizing ‘Shiver’ [Q&A]

Meet Skylar Simone, Def Jam's Latest Signing and the Artist Behind the Mesmerizing ‘Shiver’ [Q&A]
May 3, 2024 "It's part of who I am. Skylar and music are one and the same. There isn't one without the other."
Author: DJ Connor
soul
interview
R&B
shiver
skylar simone
Hope Tala's Debut Album 'Hope Handwritten' Is Everything We Hoped It Would Be

Hope Tala's Debut Album 'Hope Handwritten' Is Everything We Hoped It Would Be
February 28, 2025 'Hope Handwritten' is a beautiful album that is cohesive, mellow, and filled with simple truths.
Author: Daniela Waizel Rule
soul
R&B
album reviews
hope tala
hope handwritten
"Cashmoney" Is No Rome's Impressive Fusion of Lush R&B and Charming Pop

"Cashmoney" Is No Rome's Impressive Fusion of Lush R&B and Charming Pop
April 18, 2019 The stimulating electronics paired with No Rome's soothing vocals in "Cashmoney" are more than enough to make us adore this rising Filipino talent.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
r&b
pop
electronic
cashmoney
no rome
Let E L E Y's "Do Me Like That" Cool You Off This Summer

Let E L E Y's "Do Me Like That" Cool You Off This Summer
July 7, 2021 With a voice reminiscent of The Weeknd and Khalid, E L E Y isn't one you'll want to miss.
Author: Precious Kato
pop
R&B
the band camino
eley
e l e y
do me like that
Jess Connelly Has Us Completely "Hooked"

Jess Connelly Has Us Completely "Hooked"
October 3, 2019 Smooth like a hot salted caramel mocha, Connelly's voice floats over the honey-toned melody.
Author: Precious Kato
soul
r&b
Jess Connelly
Hooked / Good Lover
Ant Saunders Displays His Poetic Thrust on "I Had a Love Song" Featuring VanJess

Ant Saunders Displays His Poetic Thrust on "I Had a Love Song" Featuring VanJess
August 7, 2020 We're seeing Ant Saunders's music blossom into a bouquet of creativity in real time.
Author: Joey Legittino
R&B
Soul
VanJess
Ant Saunders
I Had A love Song

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