New Music: Brownstone Returns with "All I Want" (from Forthcoming Album "Back Again")

Grammy nominated and Platinum-selling R&B trio Brownstone which currently consist of founding member Nicci Gilbert, Teisha Lott and Arin Jackson returns after 25 years with their new single "All I Want" on streaming platforms.

Produced by Marcus 'Daheatmizer' Devine, "All I Want" serves as the lead single from Brownstone's forthcoming third studio album Back Again.

Also check out the journey “Back Again” with Brownstone…Docu-series live now on @BROWNSTONEOFFICIAL

New Album: The Isley Brothers - "Make Me Say It Again, Girl"

The Legendary Isley Brothers have released their 33rd overall studio album Make Me Say It Again, Girl in their illustrious career via Ronald Isley's imprint label RI Top Ten.

The 14-track album features guest appearances by Snoop Dogg, Trey Songz, Quavo, Takeoff, Rick Ross, Earth Wind & Fire, El DeBarge, 2 Chainz and Beyonce whose featured on the current Billboard No. 1 Adult R&B title-track "Make Me Say It Again, Girl".

And to celebrate the release of the album, The Isley Brothers will make an appearance at INKwell Harbor Club Rooftop in NYC today (September 30th). Tickets are available HERE

New Music: Jagged Edge Release Single & Visual for "Inseparable"

Grammy nominated R&B group Jagged Edge has released their new single "Inseparable" and it's accompanying Azzie Scott-directed visual to music platforms.

Produced by Brian & Brandon Casey and longtime collaborator Bryan-Michael Cox, "Inseparable" serves as the lead single from Jagged Edge's upcoming 11th studio album All Original Parts.

New Music: Ciara (featuring Summer Walker) - "Better Thangs"

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and entrepreneur Ciara has teamed up with multi-platinum and chart-topping phenomenon Summer Walker for a brand new single entitled "Better Thangs" via Ciara's imprint label Beauty Marks Entertainment in partnership with Uptown/Republic Records.

In a statement about the song and collaboration, Ciara says:

"'Better Thangs' is a feel-good R&B anthem for elevating every aspect of your life. It’s meant to bring joy while inspiring the continuous evolution of one’s self. I have so much respect for my girl Summer and it’s fitting to have her on the record because we connect on so many levels, from where we come from, to our journeys and our mission to inspire other people to go after what they deserve in life…better thangs!"

"Better Thangs" follows after Ciara's 2022 summer bop "Jump" ft. Coast Contra.

Jazmine Sullivan Scores Top 10 Billboard R&B Radio Hit "Hurt Me So Good"

This week Grammy Award-winning powerhouse Jazmine Sullivan scores her 6th overall top 10 Billboard Adult R&B Airplay hit "Hurt Me So Good" at No. 10 after 18 weeks on the chart. The song has also peaked at No. 38 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart.

Written by Sullivan, Leven Kali, Akeel Henry, Luca Mauti, Michael Holmes and produced by DZL, Henry and Mauti, "Hurt Me So Good" appears as a new track on the deluxe edition to Sullivan's Heaux Tales, Mo' Tales: The Deluxe.

Morris Day Announce Tracklist & Release Date for Final Solo Album "Last Call"

Legendary singer, songwriter, musician and actor Morris Day has announced he will be releasing his final solo album Last Call on November 11th via Universal Music Group/Bungalo Records.

As a founding member of Prince's band The Time in 1981, Morris' career spans 40 years with hits such as "Get It Up", "777-9311", "Jungle Love", "Fishnet", "Jerk Out" to name a few.

On Morris' final album Last Call, he collaborates with an all-star line-up of friends/guest appearances by Snoop Dogg, E40, Flo Rida, Jazze Pha, Billy Gibbons, Trinidad James, Daddy O, Tech N9ne and Big Daddy Kane who appears on the lead single "Grown Man".

In a statement about his final solo album decision he says:

"By no stretch am I retiring. If the fellas - meaning the original [Time] members - want to get back together… there’s always something there. But the solo thing? I’m chillin’ with that. It’s time to do other things."

Last Call Tracklist

1. Stay Funkin’
2. Baddest Girl in the Room
3. Use to Be the Playa ft. Snoop Dogg
4. In My Ride ft. Jazze Pha, E-40
5. Nekked Club ft. Tech N9ne
6. Smellz Like Money
7. Too Much Girl 4 Me ft. Billy Gibbons
8. So Sexy ft. Flo Rida
9. Grown Man ft. Big Daddy Kane
10. Head Rush ft. Trinidad James
11. Last Night ft. Daddy O
12. Last Call

Last Call is available for Pre-order HERE

RIAA: Mariah Carey Earns 5 New Gold, Platinum & Multi-Platinum Albums & Singles Certifications

This week the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) updated their certifications for artists who've reached Gold, Platinum, Multi-Platinum and Diamond sales from albums and singles in the United States.

The Legendary Mariah Carey receives 5 new certifications. From 2005's No. 1 major comeback album The Emancipation of Mimi (7x Platinum), it's No. 1 hit single "We Belong Together" (6x Platinum) as well as 2008's single "Touch My Body" (3x Platinum) from her eleventh album E=MC² to her 2009 album Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel (Platinum) and it's single "Up Out My Face" (Gold).

New Video: Mariah Carey Release Visual for "The Roof (When I Feel the Need)" ft. Brandy

The Legendary Mariah Carey's Butterfly album is a cause for celebration! 

The songbird supreme recently re-released her 1997 iconic sixth studio album as Butterfly: 25th Anniversary Expanded Edition featuring remixes, live performances, a capella's and a re-recording of her 1998 hit "The Roof (Back in Time)" re-titled as "The Roof (When I Feel the Need)" featuring Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Brandy. 

See the official visual below which shows clips of the two vocalists at Mariah's Butterfly Lounge studio.

"'The Roof' Is one of my favorite songs from #Butterfly, so when we decided to redo it in The Butterfly Lounge, I had to ask one of my favorite singers ever, Miss Brandy to sing it with me!" -Mariah Carey

“Love you Mariah Carey - so honored, overjoyed, and humbled to be a part of a body of work that changed my life. You are so loved.” -Brandy

In honor of the 25th Anniversary, Mariah has also announced Honey: The Remixes 2LP's on honey colored vinyl for the first time, arriving February 2023 featuring various mixes of the Billboard No. 1 smash: Bad Boy Mix, So So Def Mix, Mo' Honey Dub, David Morales mixes and more. Pre-order is available HERE

The Top 10 R&B Songs Produced by Jermaine Dupri + Honorable Mentions

In honor of Grammy Award-winning rapper, songwriter, record producer and entrepreneur Jermaine Dupri's 50th birthday today RnBJunkieOfficial have compiled some of the most impactful and influential R&B songs he's produced over the course of his career. From collaborating with the legendary Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey to Usher and Ari Lennox, Jermaine Dupri has been one of the most consistent producers for the past 30 years. Check out our top 10 R&B songs list produced by Jermaine Dupri + honorable mentions.

10 ANTHONY HAMILTON - "You Made a Fool of Me"

09 USHER - "U Got It Bad"

08 MARIAH CAREY - "Always Be My Baby"

07 JAGGED EDGE - "Let's Get Married"

06 USHER - "Confessions, Pt. II"

05 XSCAPE - "Just Kickin' It"

04 DRU HILL - "In My Bed (So So Def Mix)"

03 MONICA - "The First Night"

02 USHER - "You Make Me Wanna..."

01 MARIAH CAREY - "We Belong Together"

HONORABLE MENTION:

1) Usher - "Burn"

2) Jagged Edge featuring Nelly - "Where the Party At"

3) Xscape - "Who Can I Run To"

4) Janet Jackson - "Rock with U"

5) Usher - "Nice & Slow"

6) Jagged Edge - "Promise"

7) Monica - "Love All Over Me"

8) Ari Lennox - "Pressure"

9) Kelly Price featuring Jermaine Dupri & Da Brat - "Secret Love" (So So Def Mix)

10) Avant featuring Lil Wayne - "You Know What"

11) Faith Evans - "Tru Love"

12) Donell Jones - "Better Start Talking"

13) Tamia - "Still"

14) Mariah Carey featuring Wale - "You Don't Know What to Do"

15) Ashanti - "Good Good"

HONORABLE MENTION ALBUM CUTS:

1) Nate Dogg - "Your Woman Has Just Been Sighted (Ring the Alarm)"

2) TLC - "Kick Your Game"

3) Usher - "Something Special"

4) Anthony Hamilton - "I Thought We Were In Love"

5) Janet Jackson - "Never Letchu Go"

6) Monica - "Amazing"

7) Johnny Gill - "Love U Right"

8) LeToya Luckett - "This Song"

9) Jagged Edge - "Things I Do for You"

10) Syleena Johnson - "Classic Love Song"

RIAA: Alicia Keys Earns 9 New Gold, Platinum & Multi-Platinum Singles Certifications

This week the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) updated their certifications for artists who've reached Gold, Platinum, Multi-Platinum and Diamond sales from singles and albums in the United States.

Among the artists is fifteen-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Alicia Keys who've earned 9 new certifications for her singles: Fallin', Girl On Fire, Doesn't Mean Anything, Underdog, If I Ain't Got You, Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready), No One, You Don't Know My Name and My Boo featuring Usher.

Keys recently re-released her eighth studio album titled as Keys II.

Jesse Powell's "You" Soars In the Top 10 on Two Billboard Charts Since His Untimely Passing

On September 13th via Instagram, it was announced by R&B singer-songwriter Jesse Powell's sister Tamara Powell of his untimely passing which sent a shockwave through the music industry and to his longtime fans, listeners and followers.

Since the news of his passing, his hit song "You" has soared in the top 10 on two Billboard charts including the R&B Digital Song Sales chart at No. 5 and the R&B/Hip-Hop Song Sales chart at No. 8 for the first time in the digital era.

Originally recorded in 1996 for Powell's eponymous self-titled debut album via MCA Records, "You" wasn't released as a single until it was added to his subsequent 1998 sophomore album 'Bout It where it became the biggest hit of his career, peaking at No. 2 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and No. 10 on the Hot 100's circa 1999.

Powell also released two follow-up albums: JP (2001) and Jesse (2003).

New Music: WanMor - "Every Pretty Girl In the City" via Mary J. Blige's Beautiful Life Productions Label

R&B quartet WanMor which consists of Wanya Morris of the legendary Boyz II Men sons (Big Boy, Tyvas, Rocco and Chulo) have announced their new deal under Mary J. Blige's Beautiful Life Productions in partnership with 300 Entertainment.

WanMor just released their new single "Every Pretty Girl In the City" to all streaming platforms along with it's accompanying playful music video:

"To us, 'Every Pretty Girl In the City' is a celebration of all girls in every city whose 'pretty' shine from the inside out." -WanMor

"There’s been so much conversation about the state of R&B, and the next generation of R&B artists. This generation has been giving us great R&B, and that feeling, that soul and that sound remains in our DNA. When we heard WanMor sing, we knew we could stop looking. They are IT! Supporting and cultivating true R&B talent is why I started Beautiful Life Productions, and I couldn’t be more proud to do this with these young men." -Mary J. Blige

"WanMor is what we have been missing in music. There's no one out like them. It all comes down to their voices, songs, and fans. WanMor is bringing the superstar R&B group back. R&B is not dead. At 300, we are excited to partner again with Mary J. Blige and her Beautiful Life team." -Kevin Liles, Chairman & CEO of 300 Entertainment and Elektra Music Group

The Isley Brothers Unveils Artwork for Upcoming 33rd Studio Album "Make Me Say It Again, Girl"

Grammy Award-winning pioneering group The Isley Brothers (Ronald, Ernie Isley) took to social media to unveil the official artwork for their upcoming 33rd studio album Make Me Say It Again, Girl in their illustrious musical career arriving September 30th via Ron's R.I. Top Ten label.

While there's no official tracklist yet, it's been reported that the Legendary group will collaborate with Alicia Keys, Drake, Rick Ross, Trey Songz as well as Snoop Dogg who appears on the lead single "Friends & Family" and Beyonce on an updated version of their 1975 classic "Make Me Say It Again, Girl" which has reached the top 10 on Billboard's Adult R&B chart.

Pre-save Make Me Say It Again, Girl HERE

On September 30th to celebrate the release of their album, The Isley Brothers will make an appearance at The Inkwell 42 D'or Supperclub in NYC. Tickets are available HERE

New Music: Lenny Williams - "Weekday Blues"

Legendary R&B/Soul artist Lenny Williams has released his new single "Weekday Blues" to streaming platforms via Bridle Ridge Records.

Co-written and produced by Williams and Brandon Watts, the smooth feel-good groove follows after Williams' previous Shirley Jones-assisted single "Can't Nobody Do Me Like You Do" and 2020 album Fine.

Babyface Unveils Artwork & Tracklist for "Girls Night Out" Album | New Single "Game Over" ft. Queen Naija

Multi Grammy Award-winning Legend Babyface took to social media to unveil the official album artwork and tracklist for his upcoming 11th overall studio album Girls Night Out which arrives October 21st via Capitol Records.

The 13-track album features collaborations with some of the hottest female R&B artists today and is led by the singles "Keeps On Fallin'" ft. Ella Mai, "Seamless" ft. Kehlani and the latest "Game Over" ft. Queen Naija.

Girls Night Out Tracklist

1 Intro ft. Angie Martinez & Lala Anthony

2 Liquor ft. Ari Lennox

3 Seamless ft. Kehlani

4 Keeps On Fallin’ ft. Ella Mai

5 Game Over ft. Queen Naija

6 Simple ft. Coco Jones

7 Say Less ft. Tiana Major9

8 Whatever ft. Tink

9 Don’t Even Think About It ft. Baby Tate

10 The Recipe ft. Muni Long

11 One Good Thing ft. Amaarae

12 G Wagon ft. Sevyn Streeter & Tkay Maidza

13 Girls Night Out ft. Doechii

Girls Night Out is available for Pre-order HERE

Queen Naija & Big Sean Tops Billboard R&B Radio with "Hate Our Love"

This week R&B Sensation Queen Naija topped the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart with "Hate Our Love" featuring rapper Big Sean after 18 weeks on the chart.

Previously Queen Naija hit No. 1 on this chart with "Medicine", "Karma" & "Butterflies Pt. 2".

"Hate Our Love" has also peaked at No. 88 and No. 5 on Billboard's Hot 100 and Hot R&B Songs charts.

"Hate Our Love" follows after Queen Naija's 2020 debut album Missunderstood and the 2021 deluxe album Missunderstood...Still and serves as the lead-off single to her upcoming sophomore album via Capitol Records.

This month Queen Naija is set to join Mary J. Blige & Ella Mai on the Good Morning Gorgeous Tour. See cities and dates below. Tickets are available now.

R&B Singer Tony Terry to Be Featured on All-New Episode of TV One's UNSUNG

TV One's six-time NAACP Image Award-winning original series UNSUNG returns Sunday, September 25th with the season premiere of Legendary R&B singer Tony Terry at 9/8 c only on TV One.

UNSUNG, one of the network's longest-running series, highlights the careers and explores the personal lives of some of the most talented, versatile, and influential black vocal artists.

All-new follow-up episodes in the season will profile Women Take the Mic, Reggae Revolutions, Jean Carne, Norman Connors, Warryn Campbell, Solar Records and Cold Chillin' Records.

Chaka Khan Scores Top 20 Billboard R&B Hit "Woman Like Me" | Releases the Terry Hunter Remix

This week 10-time Grammy Award-winning legend Chaka Khan scores a top 20 entry at No. 20 on the Billboard Adult R&B chart after six weeks on the chart for her latest single "Woman Like Me".

Written by Francesca Richard, Jeffrey Anderson and Gregg Pagani (also producer), the empowering and powerful song serves as the ultimate female anthem and comes after Chaka Khan's announcement to signing with the SRG-ILS Label Group.

Just recently Chaka Khan released the remix to "Woman Like Me" mixed by renowned Chicago DJ Terry Hunter.

On Sunday, October 30th at 7:30 PM, Chaka Khan will be performing at the Walt Disney Concert Hall as part of Rock My Soul Festival: Celebrating Black Women Artists in Collaboration and Community. Tickets are available HERE

Usher Announce 25th Anniversary of the "My Way" Album Re-release + Mini-Documentary

Eight-time Grammy Award-winning Global Superstar Usher has announced the 25th anniversary re-release of his breakout sophomore album My Way and a mini-documentary.

Originally released on September 16, 1997 via LaFace Records, My Way peaked at No. 4 and No. 1 on Billboard's Hot 200 and R&B Albums charts respectively and went on to reach 7 million albums sold in the US.

Set for September 16, 2022, the My Way re-release album will feature the original album + 3 re-imagined takes on Usher's chart-topping hits "My Way", "Nice & Slow" and "You Make Me Wanna...", plus instrumentals all produced by producer/drummer extraordinaire, Ryan James Carr. Pre-order HERE.

The mini-documentary will include interviews from Usher, his long-time collaborator and producer Jermaine Dupri and Ryan James Carr. The mini-documentary arrives September 16th exclusively on Usher's Official YouTube Channel. 

Watch the trailer below:

A special deluxe edition of the My Way album pressed on 2LP 180G Silver Cloudy Vinyl is set to arrive early 2023 via Vinyl Me Please.

New Music: Danny Boy - "This Song" (from Forthcoming Album "Black Heart")

Former Death Row Recording artist Danny Boy best known for singing the hook on 2Pac's classic "I Ain't Mad at Cha" has released his new single "This Song" to streaming platforms.

Danny Boy Steward · This Song

In a statement about the song, the Chicago native says:

“This song reminds me of the '90s and a time when things were so good. When partying was amazing like block club parties, basement parties, and family parties. The lyrics exude partying; but with a peaceful, come togetherness….something that’s missing with today’s R&B. 'This Song’ resonates with me because it matches my movement as the Preacher of R&B. It evokes what’s been missing in R&B and takes me and the listener to so many great places.”

Produced by Fred "Toxic" Taylor and composer Bryson Dorris, the sensual feel-good Chicago-styled stepper's groove is expected to appear on Danny Boy's forthcoming album Black Heart in February 2023 via Chicago Creed Music Group.

“Incredible lyrics, incredible songs. It takes you back to old school R&B where the lyrics make you see the songs, songs that are relatable. It’s a relationship healer. It’s not just love songs and good moments, but the other stuff and how I got through those moments. These songs let you experience my heart.” -Danny Boy

Danny Boy Steward · Done Me Wrong

New Music: Sevyn Streeter Release Single & Visual for "23"

Singer-songwriter Sevyn Streeter share the release of her new single "23" and it's accompanying M dot for Mayor-directed music video to music platforms.

Produced by Needlz and Dominic, the fun, up-tempo track follows after Sevyn Streeter's sophomore album Drunken Wordz x Sober Thoughtz which included the hit single "Guilty" featuring Chris Brown and A$AP Ferg.

RIAA: Daniel Caesar Receives Two GOLD Certifications for "Love Again" ft. Brandy & "Cyanide"

 

Just recently the Recording Association of America (RIAA) updated their certifications for artists who have achieved Gold, Platinum, Multi-Platinum and Diamond albums and singles sales in the US.

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Daniel Caesar is amongst the artists to receive two new Gold certifications (500,000 digital units sold) for his single "Love Again" featuring fellow Grammy winner Brandy and for "Cyanide".

"Love Again" which peaked at No. 1, 13, 15 and 21 on Billboard's Adult R&B, Hot R&B Songs, R&B Streaming Songs and R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay charts respectively appear on both Daniel Caesar's 2019 sophomore album Case Study 01 and Brandy's 2020 seventh album B7.

New Video: KEM Releases Visual for "Right On Time" featuring Rick Ross

Three-time Grammy nominated singer, songwriter and producer KEM has released the official Gerald "Plaid" Isaac-directed music video for his latest single "Right On Time" which features one of Hip Hop's heavyweights Rick Ross.

Produced by Derek "DOA" Allen and co-written by Babyface, "Right On Time" follows after KEM's Billboard No. 1 R&B hit "Stuck On You" and is included on his recently released 5-track EP Full Circle via Motown Records.

 

On November 25th, KEM is set to release his first-ever live album to commemorate his 20th anniversary of signing with Motown Records with performances taking place at The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre on September 9th and 10th in Detroit, MI.

Ari Lennox Releases Sophomore Album "age/sex/location"

Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Ari Lennox has released her sophomore album age/sex/location to all streaming platforms via Dreamville Records.

The 12-track album includes the Billboard R&B No. 1 single "Pressure", follow-up singles "Hoodie" & "Queen Space" and features guest appearances from Chloe, Lucky Daye and Summer Walker.

age/sex/location follows after Ari Lennox's recently released EP Away Message and 2019 debut LP Shea Butter Baby.