Wednesday, September 27, 2023

New Video: Eric Roberson Shares Visual for "I Apologize"

Multi-award winning singer, songwriter, producer and author Eric Roberson shares the official music video visual for his latest single "I Apologize".

Written and produced by Roberson, Jairus Mozee, Brett "B Dubb" Baker and Rodney Jones, "I Apologize" follows Roberson's "Things Meant for Me" via his independent label imprint Blue ERRO Soul.

"The song is inspired by the creative gumbo that feeds my music. The theatrical musicality of Stevie Wonder, heartfelt word play of Commissioned and the unapologetic low-end approach of A Tribe Called Quest." -Eric Roberson

Also catch Eric Roberson on the Chasing a Feeling Winter Tour:

Monday, September 25, 2023

Shanice & Tracie Spencer to Appear on The Sherri Show

On Friday, September 29th Powerhouse vocalists Shanice and Tracie Spencer will appear on The Sherri Show for an exclusive interview to chat about their viral moment that became one of Sherri's favorites of the summer as seen in the video below when the two childhood friends ran into each other at the mall after losing touch with each other.


At the age of 14, Shanice released her debut album Discovery in 1987 via A&M Records. Her follow-up 1991 album Inner Child produced her breakout Billboard No. 1 hit "I Love Your Smile". 


Shanice then went on to release three additional albums 21... Ways to Grow (1994), Shanice (1999) and Every Woman Dreams (2006). Also appeared in the reality series Flex & Shanice with her husband/actor Flex Alexander Knox.

The couple share two children, daughter Imani Shekinah Knox and son Elijah Alexander Knox.

At the tender age of 11, singer, model and actress Tracie Spencer got her first taste of stardom when she won the junior vocalist competition on the television show Star Search and became the youngest artist to sign a contract with Capitol Records. Soon after, she released her self-titled 1988 debut album which includes the hit single "Symptoms of True Love". 

In 1990, Spencer released her follow-up album Make the Difference featuring her top 5 Billboard hits "This House" and "Tender Kisses".


Since then, Tracie appeared on the hit ABC sitcom Family Matters as well as commercials, modeling and released her third album Tracie in 1999.

On October 7th, Shanice & Tracie Spencer will be performing at the Kennedy Center with World-renowned DJ D-Nice and many other favorites.

Sunday, September 24, 2023

K. Michelle Releases Final R&B Album "I'm the Problem"


Billboard chart-topping singer-songwriter K. Michelle has released her sixth and final R&B album I'm the Problem to all digital music and streaming platforms.

The 19-track album features K. Michelle's first career #1 "Scooch", as well as singles "Blame Yourself", "You", "Where the D May Land" and her first official solo country single "Tennessee" which pays homage to Country legend Dolly Parton.

Friday, September 22, 2023

New Video: Leela James Pay Homage to the Film "Set It Off" In "Thought U Knew"


Chart-topping R&B/Soul songstress Leela James invites a few friends Syleena Johnson, Avery*Sunshine and L.A. born rapper Medusa to pay homage to the 1996 Blockbuster film Set It Off for her new video "Thought U Knew".

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Written by Leela James, Francesca Richard, Ronnie Garrett, Rex Rideout (also producer), "Thought U Knew" serves as the second single following James' Billboard Top 15 hit "Right Back In It" from her upcoming album Thought U Knew which drops Friday, October 27th via SHESANGZ Music, Inc.

Thursday, September 21, 2023

New Video: The Shindellas - "Think of Me"



R&B Sensational female trio The Shindellas (Tamara Chauniece, Kasi Jones and Stacy Johnson) has released the official music video visual to their new single "Think of Me".

Produced by Louis York (Chuck Harmony, Claude Kelly), "Think of Me" appears on The Shindella's latest EP Shindo via Weirdo Workshop.

This week The Shindellas earned their first Billboard Adult R&B chart entry at No. 10 with "Last Night Was Good for My Soul".

LaTocha of Xscape Announce Holiday Album "This Christmas Wrapped with Love"

 

LaTocha of the multi-platinum and Award-winning iconic 90's group Xscape has announced her upcoming heartfelt and soulful Holiday album This Christmas Wrapped with Love.

Comprising of seven tracks, the project includes both original and classic Holiday carols.

This Christmas Wrapped with Love Tracklist:

1 Peace, Joy & Love

2 Merry Christmas

3 Coming Home This Christmas

4 Joy to the World

5 If the World Could See

6 Bring Back Christmas

7 Silent Night, Holy Night

Reflecting on her journey, LaTocha states:

"After a tumultuous season on NBC/Bravo's Queens of R&B, I realized the importance of self-love and giving love to others. What better time to express the meaning of true love than the season of giving and togetherness?"

This Christmas Wrapped with Love follows LaTocha's major label debut solo album The Invitation: A Conversation with God via her label imprint Made Girl Music in partnership with Motown Gospel/Capitol CMG.

Monday, September 18, 2023

New Music: Goapele - "Purple" (from Upcoming Album "Colours")


Bay Area R&B/Soul singer-songwriter Goapele has released her new single entitled "Purple" to all streaming and digital music platforms.


Written by Goapele, Nate Mercereau, Ahimsa Stone, Lauryn Evans, Joseph Epperson and Produced by Bedrock, "Purple" follows "Time Heals" from Goapele's upcoming seventh studio album Colours due this Fall.

Friday, September 15, 2023

New Album: Diddy - "The Love Album" ft. Mary J. Blige, The Weeknd, H.E.R. & More

Three-time Grammy Award-winning rap mogul and entrepreneur Diddy returns with his first album in 17 years entitled The Love Album: Off the Grid via his imprint label Love Records in partnership with Motown Records.

In a statement about the project, Diddy says:

Music is my first love and music has given me a second chance at life, so stepping back into the studio to make this album has been a soulful experience that brought me closer to myself and my purpose. This album wasn't created to feed an algorithm or be relevant with the trends of the times, it was created to touch souls and freely express my story with the best artists, writers, and producers shaping the future of R&B.

Thursday, September 14, 2023

Brandy to Release First Holiday Album "A Brandy Christmas" [Preview + Tracklist]


Veteran A&R, Manager and Executive Producer Jaha Johnson took to social media to share a preview and the sequencing of track list for Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and actress Brandy's upcoming first-ever Holiday album A Brandy Christmas.

The 11-track album will include a mix of original songs and Holiday classics. 


A Brandy Christmas Tracklist
1 Feels Different
2 Celebrate My Baby
3 Someday at Christmas
4 Santa Baby
5 Christmas Party For Two
6 Waiting (The Christmas)
7 Silent Night
8 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
9 The Christmas Song
10 Christmas Gift
11 Your Name

Brandy is also set to star in the Netflix film Best. Christmas. Ever alongside Heather Graham on November 16th.

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

New Video: Louis York (featuring Anthony Hamilton) - "Alone A Lot"

Award-winning songwriting and production hit-making duo Louis York (Claude Kelly, Chuck Harmony) teams with Grammy Award-winning R&B/Soul crooner Anthony Hamilton for their latest single and visual "Alone A Lot" available on all digital and streaming music platforms.


"Alone A Lot" follows after the duo's Jessie J.'s-assisted single "Heaven Bound" and expected to appear on their upcoming sophomore release Songs with Friends via their independent label imprint Weirdo Workshop.

Monday, September 11, 2023

Leela James Unveils Album Cover + Release Date for "Thought U Knew"


Billboard chart-topping R&B/Soul Songstress Leela James took to social media to unveil the album artwork cover and release date for her upcoming eighth studio album Thought U Knew for Friday, October 27th via SHESANGZ Music, Inc.

The album is led by the top 20 Billboard Adult R&B hit "Right Back In It".


Leela James is currently on tour in support of the album.

Friday, September 8, 2023

New Music: BJ the Chicago Kid (featuring Coco Jones) - "Spend the Night"

 

Grammy nominated singer-songwriter BJ the Chicago Kid and R&B songstress-actress Coco Jones team up for new feel-good duet "Spend the Night" available on all digital and streaming platform services.

 "Music is like a journey, and with our new song, we've taken an exciting detour from our standard sounds. It's an experimental experience. Sometimes, you have to wander off the beaten path to discover a whole new world of creativity." -BJ the Chicago Kid

"Working with BJ was such an awesome experience. I am always so inspired by artists who love what they do. I think this song, with our tones together, is something really special." -Coco Jones

"Spend the Night" follows BJ's previous offerings "Liquor Store in the Sky" and "Forgot Your Name".

Thursday, September 7, 2023

New Music: Heather Headley - "With You" (from Netflix's "Sweet Magnolias" Series)


Grammy and Tony Award-winning singer, songwriter and actress Heather Headley delivers a new song entitled "With You".


Written by famed theatre lyricist and composer Stephen Schwartz, "With You" is featured in season 3 of Netflix soundtrack and series Sweet Magnolias which also stars Headley as Helen Decatur.

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

New Music: Eric Roberson - "I Apologize"


Multi-award winning singer, songwriter, producer and author Eric Roberson shares his latest single "I Apologize" to digital music and streaming platforms.

In a statement about the track, Roberson says:

 "The song is inspired by the creative gumbo that feeds my music. The theatrical musicality of Stevie Wonder, heartfelt word play of Commissioned and the unapologetic low-end approach of A Tribe Called Quest."


Written and produced by Roberson, Jairus MozeeBrett "B Dubb" Baker and Rodney Jones, "I Apologize" follows Roberson's "Things Meant for Me" via his independent label imprint Blue ERRO Soul.

Saturday, September 2, 2023

New Music: Syleena Johnson - "Monsters In the Closet"


Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, actress and TV Personality Syleena Johnson has released her new single "Monsters In the Closet" to all digital and streaming platform services.


"Monsters in the Closet" stands as a powerful testament to Syleena Johnson's perseverance and resilience in the music industry. The song melds contemporary R&B sounds and remnants of Hip-Hop with Johnson's signature soulful delivery, creating a musical experience that will resonate with both long-time fans and new listeners alike.

Friday, September 1, 2023

New Music: Gina Thompson Returns with "Starving"


Best known for 90's R&B classics "The Things That You Do" and "Ya Di Ya" ft. Missy Elliott, Billboard charting singer-songwriter Gina Thompson makes her return to music with her new single "Starving".


"Starving" is available on all digital and streaming platform services via the Infanity label.

Diddy Announce "The Love Album" ft. Mary J. Blige, The Weeknd, H.E.R., Jazmine Sullivan, Teyana Taylor & More


Three-time Grammy Award-winning rap mogul and entrepreneur Diddy took to social media to announce the release of his collaborative project The Love Album: Off the Grid for Friday, September 15th via his imprint label Love Records in partnership with Motown Records.

In a statement about the project, Diddy says:

Music is my first love and music has given me a second chance at life, so stepping back into the studio to make this album has been a soulful experience that brought me closer to myself and my purpose. This album wasn't created to feed an algorithm or be relevant with the trends of the times, it was created to touch souls and freely express my story with the best artists, writers, and producers shaping the future of R&B.

The Love Album: Off the Grid Tracklist


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