Alternative R&B Archives

Ravyn Lenae is captivating on 'Hypnos'

After four long years, Chicago native Ravyn Lenae's debut grapples with desire, self-worth, and exploring loneliness with hypnotic melodies and a voice distinguishably hers. She is a soft, yet tantalizing…

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AYELLE turns frustration into acceptance on "Breaking & Healing" [Video]

R&B songwriter AYELLE unveils the introspective new single "Breaking & Healing"- a dedication to the often bumpy ride of healing- and delivers a stellar performance, once again. Textured with sultry…

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Kendy X keeps it real on latest release, “Options” [VIDEO]

Breakout R&B singer Kendy X gives a dose of honesty and authenticity through smooth harmonies and delicate vocals on her new single, “Options.” The accompanying music video is the first…

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Lo Artiz shares vibrant release "11:11" [Video]

Los Angeles-based songstress Lo Artiz has returned with a fresh new visual for her self-produced song "11:11". Following up her previous full-length album Wild Woman, this offering continues to showcase…

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Nia Wyn gets the ultimate "Checkmate"

London-based Welsh soul singer/songwriter Nia Wyn is back with a new single "Checkmate," her last single before she drops her debut EP, Magical Thinking. The laidback tune is a somber…

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Sangstaa shares emotional love letter in new single "Dear Rosé"

Los Angeles-based alternative R&B artist Sangstaa just released his emotive new single "DEAR ROSÉ". The Asian-American artist, who effortlessly blends hip-hop, R&B, and pop for a rush of experimental sounds,…

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Pangeaux connects with Logan Sherrick and E the Profit for "CHOPSTICKS"

Newport, Kentucky's Pangeaux has connected with Logan Sherrick and E the Profit for a new single called "CHOPSTICKS", produced by James Heaton. A former college basketball athlete, Pangeaux turned his…

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Nezsa goes for "Trouble"

Rising alternative R&B singer-songwriter Nesza is on a roll as she follows up her slew of singles with a new offering "Trouble," produced by Gbeduboss. The mellow hypnotic tune blends…

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Victony shares new project 'Outlaw'

Rising Afropop singer-songwriter Victony made a huge splash with his Mayorkun-assisted tune "Holy Father", but before that he almost lost his life in a ghastly motor accident that had him…

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Ajna shares powerful single "Fall So Fast"

Los Angeles artist Ajna has returned with a new release called "Fall So Fast". This track is a lead single from his upcoming sophomore album Lifelines, the sequel to his…

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devRAB connects with Cassandra Logg and Ashoka for "Call Me When You're Intoxicated"

Queens, New York artist devRAB has connected with Cassandra Logg and Ashoka for a new single called "Call Me When You're Intoxicated". Here, the three artists provide melodic vocal performances…

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YASMINA has had enough in "here you go again"

Emerging teenage singer YASMINA shares this heartfelt and reflective tune titled "here you go again" which dives into her past relationship. Seen from her own viewpoint, YASMINA reflects on how…

Alternative R&B

Ravyn Lenae is captivating on 'Hypnos'

AYELLE turns frustration into acceptance on "Breaking & Healing" [Video]

Kendy X keeps it real on latest release, “Options” [VIDEO]

Lo Artiz shares vibrant release "11:11" [Video]

Nia Wyn gets the ultimate "Checkmate"

Sangstaa shares emotional love letter in new single "Dear Rosé"

Pangeaux connects with Logan Sherrick and E the Profit for "CHOPSTICKS"

Nezsa goes for "Trouble"

Victony shares new project 'Outlaw'

Ajna shares powerful single "Fall So Fast"

devRAB connects with Cassandra Logg and Ashoka for "Call Me When You're Intoxicated"

YASMINA has had enough in "here you go again"

'Look At Me!' provides a nuanced look at the controversial life of XXXTentacion

Louisville's The Homies share refreshing visual for "Shake"

Isabel Pless shares heartfelt single "Twenty-Two"

Carmen Jane deals with grief in "How To Breathe" [Video]

Corey St.Rose connects with Flipp Dinero for new "MMM" remix

Red Bull Announces Return Of Culture Clash

Milk + Cookies announces Gucci Mane as headliner

UNUM Festival adds Tobi Neumann, Paco Osuna, Butch and more to line up

Coachella '22 Day Parties & After Parties Guide

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022

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