Alternative R&B

anaiis’s "Moonlight" is a secret weapon of self-belief [Music Video]

For those unfamiliar with French-Senegalese artist anaiis—consider this a brief introduction to her and her sound. Born in Toulouse and raised between Dakar, Dublin, and Oakland, her life in motion…

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"Green Juice" by anaiis delivers soulful alt-R&B goodness

Need a song that delivers soul-filled goodness, like a warm sonic hug? Put on “Green Juice” by London-based alt-R&B polymath anaiis—it’s good for you, pinky promise. The French-Senegalese artist (whose…

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Sophia Thakur’s "My City": A reflective journey through life, lyrics, and sound [Music Video]

In need of a gentle escape after a hectic week? Put on “My City” by UK-based poet and artist Sophia Thakur—a track that invites you to slow down, breathe, and…

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South London’s Meron T delivers a hypnotic, lush alt-R&B gem with “stormy weather” from her new album 'Palindrome'

Meet Meron T, a rising alternative R&B vocalist and singer-songwriter from South London. Her sound is shaped by UK club culture and the rhythms of the Diaspora, with her London…

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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…

anaiis’s "Moonlight" is a secret weapon of self-belief [Music Video]

"Green Juice" by anaiis delivers soulful alt-R&B goodness

Sophia Thakur’s "My City": A reflective journey through life, lyrics, and sound [Music Video]

South London’s Meron T delivers a hypnotic, lush alt-R&B gem with “stormy weather” from her new album 'Palindrome'

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"

MaYeN blends introspection and ambition on 'Nothing To Prove'

Deakxn pairs immersive production with bold lyricism on 'One-8hunnid-Crank'

Island rhythms meet California vibes: Beenie Man and Snoop Dogg are joined by top artists on “For You”

Bijou Belle shares swoon-tastic alt pop anthem "Blind Crush"

Zorza enters debut album era with new single and video for "Haunted"

Multi-national record label Cheerful Music appears at AI Summit London panel

Amanati blends sound and style with immersive ease

YVNGBRYYY channels honesty, faith and spirituality into his genre-fluid soundscapes

Rising YouTube talent bigboyz is turning viral streams into hit records

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