Alternative R&B

MEGA proves “I Am Enough” on her empowering new EP [EP Review]

Need a soundtrack for your next era—the one where you’re the champion of your own life? British-Ugandan artist MEGA, aka Megaishername, delivers just that with her uplifting new EP British-Ugandan…

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Gabriel Jacoby keeps the groove alive with funk-infused new single “the one” [Music Video]

Gabriel Jacoby is on a mission to bring joy back to the dance floor. The rising R&B artist’s new single “the one” (PULSE Records) is a funk-inspired homage to the…

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Cautious Clay finds intimacy in "Art Museum (2am)"

Cautious Clay has always had a way of making music that feels like a conversation at midnight—quiet, honest, and a little raw. The Cleveland artist's latest single, “Art Museum (2AM),”…

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Planet McKenna drops debut single, "Follow the Signs"

Singer-songwriter Planet McKenna makes her musical debut with the single, "Follow the Signs." The fusion of new age R&B with notes of throwback pop makes for a stellar debut. "Follow…

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Magi Merlin on Broken R&B, Exploring Lyrical Themes, and Her FME 2025 Debut [Interview]

Montréal-based Magi Merlin, who grew up in Saint-Lazare, Canada, brings an otherworldly aura and thought-provoking lyricism to her gritty, punk-tinged R&B and neo-soul. Merlin’s music tackles political themes, racial identity,…

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Latte Samuels drops new single “Evil Eye” showcasing bold alt R&B sound

Meet alt R&B singer-songwriter Latte Samuels—an artist with a fresh, bold sound. Samuels began her career as a model, quickly earning credits in top publications like Vogue Italia, Elle, Glamour,…

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Kueen shares refreshing new project, 'Got Juice?'

Kueen has shared a fresh new offering called Got Juice?. The New York-via-North Carolina artist is a potent voice in the independent music scene that has caught the attention of industry…

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F.N. drops chilling alt R&B on "IN YOUR MIND"

Looking for a track to swoon to—or maybe send to a crush to finally say how you feel? Enter Los Angeles-based, Toronto-raised artist and producer F.N. His latest release, “IN…

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Jyou will have you “fallin” for his newest single

Nashville-based artist Jyou just released "fallin" featuring K.O.N opens with a breezy wind instrument—likely a trumpet that feels like the casual whistle of someone strolling down the street. It sets the…

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Alt r&b artist MINH is over all the rumors and all the "Gossip"

Vietnamese singer-songwriter MINH releases his new R&B single, "Gossip." The single is the latest in what has been an eventful summer for the international artist. Despite the release, Minh has…

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Osé blends Afrobeat and alt R&B in new single “24HRS”

Born in Nigeria and raised in Toronto, Canada, to parents of Nigerian descent, meet alt R&B artist Osé. Osé has been singing in church since she was four years old,…

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Max Pope drops soul-tinged single “right or wrong” showcasing his retro alt R&B sound

Rooted in the rich musical landscape of South London, alt R&B artist Max Pope honed his craft at the Brit School, performing alongside artists like Loyle Carner. Since then, he…

MEGA proves “I Am Enough” on her empowering new EP [EP Review]

Gabriel Jacoby keeps the groove alive with funk-infused new single “the one” [Music Video]

Cautious Clay finds intimacy in "Art Museum (2am)"

Planet McKenna drops debut single, "Follow the Signs"

Magi Merlin on Broken R&B, Exploring Lyrical Themes, and Her FME 2025 Debut [Interview]

Latte Samuels drops new single “Evil Eye” showcasing bold alt R&B sound

Kueen shares refreshing new project, 'Got Juice?'

F.N. drops chilling alt R&B on "IN YOUR MIND"

Jyou will have you “fallin” for his newest single

Alt r&b artist MINH is over all the rumors and all the "Gossip"

Osé blends Afrobeat and alt R&B in new single “24HRS”

Max Pope drops soul-tinged single “right or wrong” showcasing his retro alt R&B sound

CAPYAC transcends nightlife on new album 'Sobbing Ecstasy' [Album Review]

VIB shares timeless ode to his heritage on "Guli Mata"

KhakiKid hooks listeners with the addictive “Moved On” [Video]

Scattrbrain unleashes raw punk energy on “Bombs Away”

Matreya radiates light and soul on “Be Love”

Winter Music Conference returns to Miami Music Week with new home for 2026

Simone Feroci establishes his towering presence in the world of bass guitars with hopeful track "California Forever"

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DNORRI is a breakout voice built for musical resonance and connection

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