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Ari Lennox's third album, 'Vacancy,' is here.
Ari Lennox Releases Third Album 'Vacancy': Listen
The 15-track offering features Buju Banton
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January 23, 2026 at 5:13 AM
Ari Lennox's third album, 'Vacancy,' is here.
Chart Brief: Bruno Mars Rules Billboard, Jill Scott Applies ‘Pressha’ at R&B Radio
Chart Brief: Bruno Mars Rules Billboard, Jill Scott Applies 'Pressha' at R&B Radio
Bruno Mars sweeps Billboard charts while Jill Scott's 'Pressha' debuts hot at R&B radio. Full chart breakdown and week's biggest moves inside.
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January 22, 2026 at 11:26 PM
Chart Brief: Bruno Mars Rules Billboard, Jill Scott Applies ‘Pressha’ at R&B Radio
Teyana Taylor is now an Oscar-nominated actress.
Teyana Taylor Earns First Oscar Nomination
Teyana Taylor has landed an Oscar nomination for her role in "One Battle After Another," following her Golden Globe win.
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January 22, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Teyana Taylor is now an Oscar-nominated actress.
Dvsn will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their debut album, 'SEPT 5TH,' with a run of shows this spring.
Dvsn Announces 'SEPT 5TH' 10th Anniversary Shows
Dvsn will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their debut album, 'SEPT 5TH,' with a limited run of special shows this spring. See the dates.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Dvsn will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their debut album, 'SEPT 5TH,' with a run of shows this spring.
Bruno Mars' "I Just Might" debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Bruno Mars' 'I Just Might' Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
Bruno Mars has another hit under his belt. His single "I Just Might" claims the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart dated Jan. 24.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Bruno Mars' "I Just Might" debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Okay, Pretzel!
Ari Lennox reveals the official tracklist for her new album ‘Vacancy,’ out Friday.
January 20, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Okay, Pretzel!
Ari Lennox reveals the official tracklist for her new album ‘Vacancy,’ out Friday.
January 20, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Ari Lennox reveals the official tracklist for her new album ‘Vacancy,’ out Friday.
Catch up on this week's R&B releases. New music from Ella Mai, Tiana Major9, Elijah Blake, Al Green, Jill Scott and more.
24 New R&B Releases: Ella Mai, Tiana Major9, Elijah Blake, Gabby Samone and More
Discover new R&B from Ella Mai, Tiana Major9, Elijah Blake, Gabby Samone, Karyn White and more. Stream the full Jan. 16 list now.
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January 17, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Catch up on this week's R&B releases. New music from Ella Mai, Tiana Major9, Elijah Blake, Al Green, Jill Scott and more.
Soul icon Al Green has released his new EP 'To Love Somebody.'
Al Green Returns With New EP 'To Love Somebody'
Soul icon Al Green is back with his new EP "To Love Somebody," via Fat Possum Records. It features a collaboration with RAYE.
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January 16, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Soul icon Al Green has released his new EP 'To Love Somebody.'
Elmiene will release his debut album, 'sounds for someone, this spring. Listen to his new single "Reclusive."
Elmiene Announces Debut Album 'Sounds for Someone,' Shares 'Reclusive'
Rising R&B singer Elmiene has revealed the release date for his debut album, "Sounds For Someone." Hear the new track "Reclusive" now.
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January 16, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Elmiene will release his debut album, 'sounds for someone, this spring. Listen to his new single "Reclusive."
Jill Scott debuted her new song "Don't Play" on COLORS. It's the third offering from her upcoming album, 'To Whom This May Concern.'
Jill Scott Debuts New Song 'Don't Play' on 'COLORS'
Jill Scott gives another preview of her upcoming album "To Whom This May Concern" with "Don't Play," which she debuted on COLORS.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Jill Scott debuted her new song "Don't Play" on COLORS. It's the third offering from her upcoming album, 'To Whom This May Concern.'
Mariah Carey's "In Your Feelings" holds No. 1 for a fourth week on Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay chart. Meanwhile, Kehlani's "Folded" is No. 7 on the Hot 100. See who else is making moves in our first edition of Chart Brief.
Mariah Carey Dominates R&B Radio, Kehlani Maintains Hot 100 Strength: Chart Brief
Mariah Carey leads R&B radio as Kehlani holds steady on the Hot 100, plus chart moves from Prince, Chris Brown, Olivia Dean and more.
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January 15, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Mariah Carey's "In Your Feelings" holds No. 1 for a fourth week on Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay chart. Meanwhile, Kehlani's "Folded" is No. 7 on the Hot 100. See who else is making moves in our first edition of Chart Brief.
Ella Mai has released her new song "100."
Ella Mai Shows Up for Her Lover on '100'
Ella Mai has released her new song "100," produced by Mustard, from her upcoming third album "Do You Still Love Me?" which releases Feb. 6.
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January 15, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Ella Mai has released her new song "100."
Here are the R&B nominees at the 2026 NAACP Image Awards.
2026 NAACP Image Awards Nominations Announced: R&B Edition
From Teyana Taylor to Leon Thomas, here are the R&B nominees at the 2026 NAACP Image Awards, which airs Feb. 28 at 8 p.m. ET on BET.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:07 PM
Here are the R&B nominees at the 2026 NAACP Image Awards.
Mary J. Blige's Las Vegas residency kicks off this spring.
Mary J. Blige Announces First-Ever Las Vegas Residency
Mary J. Blige announces her first-ever Las Vegas residency, "My Life, My Story." The 2026 shows kick off May 1 at Dolby Live.
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January 13, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Mary J. Blige's Las Vegas residency kicks off this spring.
Happy 46th Birthday to Amerie! 🎉💜
What are 3️⃣ of your favorite songs by her?
What are 3️⃣ of your favorite songs by her?
January 12, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Happy 46th Birthday to Amerie! 🎉💜
What are 3️⃣ of your favorite songs by her?
What are 3️⃣ of your favorite songs by her?
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1. I Am
2. Love No Limit
3. Be Happy
4. Just Fine
5. Real Love
6. Enough Cryin
7. I Can Love You
8. Take Me As I Am
9. Mary Jane(All Night Long)
10. Be Without You
2. Love No Limit
3. Be Happy
4. Just Fine
5. Real Love
6. Enough Cryin
7. I Can Love You
8. Take Me As I Am
9. Mary Jane(All Night Long)
10. Be Without You
Happy 55th Birthday to the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige! 🎉💜
What are 🔟 of your favorite songs by MJB?
What are 🔟 of your favorite songs by MJB?
January 11, 2026 at 6:12 PM
1. I Am
2. Love No Limit
3. Be Happy
4. Just Fine
5. Real Love
6. Enough Cryin
7. I Can Love You
8. Take Me As I Am
9. Mary Jane(All Night Long)
10. Be Without You
2. Love No Limit
3. Be Happy
4. Just Fine
5. Real Love
6. Enough Cryin
7. I Can Love You
8. Take Me As I Am
9. Mary Jane(All Night Long)
10. Be Without You
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Okay I can work with 10. Just off the top of my head:
Love No Limit
My Life
All That I Can Say
About You
Mary's Joint
Love Is All We Need
I Love You
I'm The Only Woman
Everything
Reminisce
Love No Limit
My Life
All That I Can Say
About You
Mary's Joint
Love Is All We Need
I Love You
I'm The Only Woman
Everything
Reminisce
Happy 55th Birthday to the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige! 🎉💜
What are 🔟 of your favorite songs by MJB?
What are 🔟 of your favorite songs by MJB?
January 11, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Okay I can work with 10. Just off the top of my head:
Love No Limit
My Life
All That I Can Say
About You
Mary's Joint
Love Is All We Need
I Love You
I'm The Only Woman
Everything
Reminisce
Love No Limit
My Life
All That I Can Say
About You
Mary's Joint
Love Is All We Need
I Love You
I'm The Only Woman
Everything
Reminisce
Happy 55th Birthday to the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige! 🎉💜
What are 🔟 of your favorite songs by MJB?
What are 🔟 of your favorite songs by MJB?
January 11, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Happy 55th Birthday to the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige! 🎉💜
What are 🔟 of your favorite songs by MJB?
What are 🔟 of your favorite songs by MJB?
16 New R&B Releases This Week: Featuring Jill Scott, Bruno Mars, Ari Lennox, SAULT and more. ratedrnb.com/2026/01/new-...
16 New R&B Releases: Jill Scott, Bruno Mars, Ari Lennox, SAULT and More
Jill Scott and Bruno Mars return. Discover new R&B from Ari Lennox, Samm Henshaw, Jordan Ward and more. Stream the full Jan. 9 list now.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:09 PM
16 New R&B Releases This Week: Featuring Jill Scott, Bruno Mars, Ari Lennox, SAULT and more. ratedrnb.com/2026/01/new-...
'Toni Braxton's Breathe Again,' starring Toni Braxton, Essence Atkins and Cree Summer, premieres later this month on Lifetime.
Lifetime Sets Premiere Date for 'Toni Braxton's Breathe Again' Movie
Lifetime has announced the premiere date for its movie "Toni Braxton's Breathe Again," starring Braxton, Essence Atkins and Cree Summer.
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January 10, 2026 at 12:58 AM
'Toni Braxton's Breathe Again,' starring Toni Braxton, Essence Atkins and Cree Summer, premieres later this month on Lifetime.
5 years ago today, Jazmine Sullivan released her fourth album 'Heaux Tales.'
What are 2⃣ of your favorite songs?
What are 2⃣ of your favorite songs?
January 8, 2026 at 10:43 PM
5 years ago today, Jazmine Sullivan released her fourth album 'Heaux Tales.'
What are 2⃣ of your favorite songs?
What are 2⃣ of your favorite songs?
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This lineup is TOUGH. 😮💨
Bruno Mars has announced The Romantic Tour, his first global stadium outing, with special guests Anderson .Paak as DJ Pee .Wee, Victoria Monét, Leon Thomas and RAYE.
Bruno Mars Announces 'The Romantic Tour' Dates
Bruno Mars announces The Romantic Tour, his first-ever stadium run. Support includes Anderson .Paak, Victoria Monét, Leon Thomas, and RAYE.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:06 PM
This lineup is TOUGH. 😮💨
Bruno Mars has announced The Romantic Tour, his first global stadium outing, with special guests Anderson .Paak as DJ Pee .Wee, Victoria Monét, Leon Thomas and RAYE.
Bruno Mars Announces 'The Romantic Tour' Dates
Bruno Mars announces The Romantic Tour, his first-ever stadium run. Support includes Anderson .Paak, Victoria Monét, Leon Thomas, and RAYE.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Bruno Mars has announced The Romantic Tour, his first global stadium outing, with special guests Anderson .Paak as DJ Pee .Wee, Victoria Monét, Leon Thomas and RAYE.
Bruno Mars has announced the release date for "The Romantic," his first solo album in a decade.
Bruno Mars Announces New Album 'The Romantic' Release Date
Global superstar Bruno Mars has confirmed his fourth album, "The Romantic," will release Feb. 27, 2026, via Atlantic Records.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:56 PM
Bruno Mars has announced the release date for "The Romantic," his first solo album in a decade.