Alternative R&B

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.

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OneoftheMollys keeps it fun and flirty on new single "Rolling the Dice"

Looking for a flirty track to soundtrack your summer romance? Queue up OneoftheMollys’ latest single, “Rolling the Dice”—a soulful gem that blends neo-soul and contemporary R&B with funky sonic flair,…

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Johnny Zarfati shares americana with heartfelt warmth in new single “Light You Shine In”

Then along comes Johnny Zarfati’s new single, “Light You Shine In,” which resonates literally and figuratively, a tribute to the light one person can bring into your life. This new…

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Geraldo Marshall dares to love again on dreamy single "The Try"

Brooklyn-based artist Geraldo Marshall blends alternative R&B and soul with touches of pop, funk, and indie rock, crafting a sound that's both genre-fluid and distinctly his own. The 3:14 track…

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Stevan brings a wistful summer mood with new single "Nostalgia"

Stevan has shared a new single, titled "Nostalgia". The Burundi-Australian artist has been carving out his own space for his eclectic, infectious blend of soulful R&B grooves with vibrant indie-pop flair,…

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."

OneoftheMollys keeps it fun and flirty on new single "Rolling the Dice"

Johnny Zarfati shares americana with heartfelt warmth in new single “Light You Shine In”

Geraldo Marshall dares to love again on dreamy single "The Try"

Stevan brings a wistful summer mood with new single "Nostalgia"

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

Ericalisa’s “Deja Vu” is a standout track from her dreamy new EP

Taylor Janzen’s “Lost Dog” is a soul-stirring Indie anthem

GhostboyRJ and The 6th Letter serve a smoke-soaked vibe on “Roll Another Roll”

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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