Alternative R&B

Ruti’s “Maybe I Got It Wrong” is an Alt-R&B gem you’ll want on repeat

Looking for a track to vibe out to—or casually brag about to your friends because knowing this artist makes you sound effortlessly intellectual? Meet Ruti, an English Indie-R&B singer-songwriter with…

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Yeija releases debut single "Spell On You"

New artist Yeija releases her jaw dropping emotional debut, "Spell On You." Describing her sound between a grounded alt R&B style with soft lyrics, Yeija is all in on making…

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Lonr delivers a short, stirring confessional with “don’t speak”

Alt-R&B artist Lonr has a knack for crafting dark, emotionally resonant music—and his latest track, “don’t speak,” is no exception. It’s as if vulnerability is woven into his DNA. Clocking…

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GoldFord’s new single “Runnin” is a soulful jam that gets you moving

Los Angeles–based alt-pop and R&B artist GoldFord just dropped “Runnin,” a soulful new single brimming with funk, groove, and attitude. Lyrically, it captures the feeling of being completely head over…

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Summertime Afrohouse bounce drives Big Sas’ "Bébi" [Video]

Big Sas opens "Bébi" with watery, chime-like keys and a soft, compressed pulse—setting the groove for a summer afternoon. Percussion and strings slide in, but the beat holds a gentle, stepping bounce from the jump.

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Eloise Fabbri explores love’s push and pull on “Runnin’ Away”

Guernsey-born singer-songwriter Eloise Fabbri, now based in Birmingham, UK, just dropped her latest single, “Runnin’ Away.” Clocking in at three minutes, the track is a soulful jam from start to…

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Exp., Meron T, Jaydonclover, BINA., GINGE, and Monét shine on new single “Don’t You Forget”

Sometimes we forget the power of collaboration—how music is meant to be shared, from artist to listener, from listener to listener, and how deeply rooted collaboration is in who we…

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iyla tightens dark pop tension on "Corset"

iyla wades straight into the deep end on "Corset." Producer/arranger Kadis and iyla build the beat out of shadows and old ghosts—a chorus of voices that feels ancient, cracked open by drums that hit with a cold edge.

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Ivana June leans into the rush of new love on “Butterflies”

Meet rising London-based indie R&B artist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Ivana June. June just dropped her new single “Butterflies”—and as the title suggests, it’s a fluttering gem, built around an intoxicating…

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“Lemon” showcases bat zoo’s sultry, soul-soaked sound [Video]

“Lemon” is alternative R&B singer, songwriter, producer, and artist bat zoo’s newly released sensual single—and it’s easily one of his most emotionally expressive tracks to date. It’s a sultry, slow-burning…

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Gigi Wilde’s “permission” offers a glimpse into the ethereal soundscape of her EP

London-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist Gigi Wilde has just released her fluid, emotionally rich new single, “permission”—an intimate track that lyrically takes a doer’s approach to love, exploring the complexities…

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Brent Faiyaz dreams of neverland on "Peter Pan."

Brent Faiyaz shows up soft-focus and spellbound on "peter pan.," running down his day like he’s halfway between the airport and a dream.

Ruti’s “Maybe I Got It Wrong” is an Alt-R&B gem you’ll want on repeat

Yeija releases debut single "Spell On You"

Lonr delivers a short, stirring confessional with “don’t speak”

GoldFord’s new single “Runnin” is a soulful jam that gets you moving

Summertime Afrohouse bounce drives Big Sas’ "Bébi" [Video]

Eloise Fabbri explores love’s push and pull on “Runnin’ Away”

iyla tightens dark pop tension on "Corset"

Ivana June leans into the rush of new love on “Butterflies”

“Lemon” showcases bat zoo’s sultry, soul-soaked sound [Video]

Gigi Wilde’s “permission” offers a glimpse into the ethereal soundscape of her EP

Brent Faiyaz dreams of neverland on "Peter Pan."

LA band garbagebarbie releases "kiss," a flirty garage-pop anthem for Summer

awfultune releases new single and 'split' EP

Bailey Martin says goodbye to the haters with “Ain’t My Fault”

Andrew Canlon shares riveting double single "Love Is Enough" and "To Live a Dream"

Taylor Jules impresses with R&B laced embrace "Sage Advice"

Jay Tone is carving out his space with "Puzzles"

Matt Oakley is redefining country music with heart, soul and modernity

Texas’ Blacktop Mojo does rock music the way it should be done

Tha Rapper Haiti blends authentic style with musical passion

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