NEW HEAT: Fantasia ft/ Kelly Rowland & Missy Elliott "Without Me"

Have you heard this new jam from Fantasia "Without Me"? If not, you're missing out. The song from her forthcoming album. Side Effects of You, features Kelly Rowland and Missy Elliot.



I love the beat and vibe of this record. Not sure why this wasn't the first single released, but hopefully it's the next. Her new album comes out April 23rd. From the snippets that I've heard so far, it sounds like a banger. Will definitely be copping it!

VIDEO: Emelie Sandé - "Clown"

British singing sensation, Emeli Sandé dropped a new video today, "Clown" from her top selling debut album, Our Version of Events. Despite the recent Grammy snub, she continues doing what she does best which is putting out great music. See the video after the break!

New Music: Tamar Braxton "Love and War" [AUDIO]

Don't call her diva Toni Braxton's little sister or music mogul, Vincent Herbert's wife. Tamar Braxton is proving that she's a star in her own right.  Newly signed to Interscope Records,  "Love and War" is the lead single from her undated upcoming album release and has been all the buzz on Twitter today.

The beginning of the song does have a classic Toni Braxton vibe, but homegirl makes this song all her own. Her success as the reality star of WEtv's  Braxton Family Values and Tamar & Vince has given her a whole new audience of fans who were unfamiliar with her previously. Looking forward to hearing new music from Tamar!

See Also: New Heat: Toni Braxton "I Heart You" Video

New Music: Vivian Green "When Can I See You Again"

Vivian Green released her new single from her new album,Green Room, which hit stores today. On "When Can I See You Again", the "Emotional Rollercoaster" singer sings about the woes of having a long distance relationship and wanting to be with her man. I actually think this is a great record for her. I can relate because I've been there before myself. It didn't work out, but that's for another day.

I really hope Vivian does well album sales-wise. Honestly, this album flew under the radar for me because there was absolutely no buzz or anticipation for it. That "Still Here" song didn't really grab my attention like this one does. But that's just my opinion. What do you think about it?

Listen to Vivian Green's Green Room in its entirety here. Go out and buy a copy or two. Support R&B!

New Heat: Brandy "No Such Thing As Too Late" [AUDIO]

Brandy is really putting in work with this upcoming album! From live performances to radio shows, I haven't seen this much excitement and anticipation for her since the early 00s. Her single, "Put It Down" featuring Chris Brown is now a Top Ten hit (her first in over ten years) which is a good look for her. Her new album, Two-Eleven, will be released on October 16th on Chameleon/RCA records.

I was really feeling that "Wildest Dreams record" and I like this one as well. I really want Brandy to win. I just hope she doesn't stop promoting her album the way Monica did with hers. (Yeah, I almost forgot she released an album this year also). Speaking of Monica, I did notice that "It All Belongs To Me" is not on the tracklist for Two-Eleven. Interesting.

Anyway, what do you think of the song? Hot or not?

VIDEO: Karyn White "Unbreakable"

R&B singer Karyn White sings about being "Unbreakable" in her latest video. This video was released in July, so I'm somewhat late. However, I'm glad to see her still doing her thang after all these years. She still looks and sounds great! If you haven't copped her new album, Carpe Diem, you're missing out!

Avant & Keke Wyatt Put the Love Back in R&B with "You & I"

Now THIS is what I am talking about!!! We haven't really heard any R&B duets like this since the early 00s and who other to bring it back than Avant and Keke Wyatt? With R&B hits like "Nothing In This World" and their beautiful cover of Rene & Angela's "My First Love", the duo have team up again with this beautiful release.

You can now catch Keke on the TvOne's R&B Divas along with Faith Evans, Nicci Gilbert (lead singer from Brownstone), Monifah and Syleena Johnson. Avant reportedly is releasing a new album next year in 2013. If this single is any indication of what his new album will sound like, I can't wait! Feels good hearing singers singing about love again. Just what the R&B game has been missing.

What do you think of "You and I"?

New Album Releases: Faith Evans "R&B Divas" and Miguel's "Kaleidoscope Dreams"

Veteran R&B singer Faith Evans and the seemingly overnight new R&B sensation, Miguel both have new albums in stores today.  The success of the hit TVOne reality series, R&B Divas, coincides the release of Faith's new album with the same name, featuring her co-stars Monifah, Syleena Johnson, Keke Wyatt, and Nicci Gilbert along with Kelly Price, Fantasia, and Gilbert's mom, Helene "Mom" Gilbert. The proceeds from the album will benefit a charity in honor of Evans' close friend and mentor, the late Whitney Houston. The show follows the lives of the singers' lives and shows how they deal with balancing life, family, and reviving their careers. Although I wasn't too crazy about that "Dumb" single that Faith recently released, I love that "Tears of Joy" record. Faith hasn't released an album since 2010 and it's great to hear from some of my favorite R&B female artists. Excited to see how well this project does. I'm sure Whitney would be proud.

I didn't want to like the "Adorn" song. Perhaps because people were hyping it before I had a chance to listen to it. You know how can wear out a song before it's even marinated yet. But gradually my reluctant foot tapping changed to me singing along with Miguel at the top of my lungs while getting ready for work. (Don't act like I'm the only one!) Since his 2010 debut album, All I Want Is You, he has released music steadily online before his smash breakout #1 single, "Adorn "off new sophomore release, Kaleidoscope Dream, that drops today. I gave the album a listen yesterday, and I give it two thumbs up! Most artists have a hard time outdoing their debut albums and getting over their sophomore slump, but I think Miguel can only go higher from this point in his career. Definitely the most deserving, highly anticipated album of the year.

I love what R&B artists are doing right now.  Now go out and support both artists!

Toni Braxton Releases New Single "I Heart You" [AUDIO]

Toni Braxton has released a new single from her forthcoming seventh studio album today entitled, "I Heart You". I guess she's been listening to her sister Tamar because her new sound sounds nothing like "Doo-wop-pop-pop".

Pro Motion is proud to premiere the new dance floor stomper by the legendary Toni Braxton. I Heart You was both written and produced by Braxton, as a gift to fans worldwide. She says… 

“When I wrote this song I was thinking about the feeling you get when you walk into a club and you hear the melody..you feel the beat and you just know it’s going to be a good night..”  

A good night, indeed. Toni perfectly encapsulates the feeling of longing for a lover who wants to be with another, all over a thumping club beat. The diva is back! Listen to I Heart You below, and download the single edit for free. Source

I like the single. It took a little bit to get used to since it doesn't have that classic Toni sound, but I could definitely see this doing well, if marketed and promoted right. Good to hear some new music from the diva. Can't wait for the album's release this summer!

New Aaliyah Album Coming Soon...

It's been reported that a new Aaliyah album is in the works. There has not been any new music released from the late R&B singer whose life tragically ended in a plane crash since her final album in 2001. More on the story after the break...

New Music: Tamia "Beautiful Surprise"

Yaaasss! Tamia is back with new single, "Beautiful Surprise"! The Canadian songbird will be releasing her fifth studio album entitled Beautiful Surprise later this year on her on label, Plus 1 Music Group. Produced by Salaam Remi and co-written by Claude Kelly, this beautiful ballad is exactly what R&B has been missing.  The Canadian songstress is most known for her hits "So Into You", "You Put a Move On My Heart", "Stranger in My House" and "Officially Missing You". Her lovely vocals and the combination of lyrics proclaiming her love for man is a breath of fresh air to R&B. Be on the lookout for the video featuring her husband, Grant Hill, as the love interest. Welcome back Tamia!

Brandy Titles Album in Honor of Whitney Houston & Her Birthday

Brandy has finally titled her upcoming sixth studio album release, "Two Eleven (2/11)" in honor of her friend/mentor the late (that still looks weird) Whitney Houston...

RnB News: Karyn White To Be Featured on TV One's "Life After"

'Superwoman' R&B singer Karyn White is definitely on the comeback trail. In addition to her new video for her latest single, "Sista, Sista", she is going to be featured on an upcoming episode of TV One's hit series Life After. For those of you who aren't familiar with Life After, it's a show that answers the question "What ever happened to...?" in reference to some of your favorite singers, athletes, comedians, etc. So far there have been features from New Jack Swing heartthrob Christopher Williams, Christopher 'Play' Martin, Ginuwine, Jackee Harry (227, Sister Sister), A.J. Johnson (House Party, Baby Boy) and others. Much like Unsung, but it stretches a little farther than just singers and musicians.

See also: New Video: Karyn White "Sista, Sista"

I think it's great that Karyn White is going to be featured. Her last album was released in 1994 and she took a break from singing to raise her daughter. She is definitely one of favorite female vocalists from the eighties and nineties. "Romantic", "The Way You Love Me", "Can I Stay With You" and "Love Saw It" still get heavy earplay with me so I'll definitely be tuning in!

New Video: Tank "Next Breath"

A few weeks ago, R&B singer/songwriter Tank dropped a teaser video for his latest single "Next Breath" and now the video is finally here. Check it out after the break!

Is Musiq Soulchild Leaving Music?

According to Singersroom Musiq announced in an interview that he's taking a hiatus from recording as an artist and will be focusing more on writing and producing. More after the break...

New Music: Usher "Climax" [AUDIO]

Usher's back with a new single that he released on Valentine's Day entitled, "Climax". He sings this R&B jam in a falsetto over producer Diplo's dope intertwining of synthesizers and proves that he can still make that baby-making music.  Take a listen below.

I think it sounds pretty good. I guess Usher decided to jump on the falsetto wave also to prove that The Dream, Robin Thicke, Lloyd and The Weeknd aren't only cats who can woo the ladies with that El Debarge magic! No album release date has been released, but we'll keep you posted.

New Video: Karyn White "Sista, Sista"

Karyn White has finally released the video to her comeback single, "Sista, Sista." Check it out after the break!

New Music: Brandy & Monica "It's All Belongs To Me"

Singers Brandy and Monica released their long awaited reunion song today entitled, "It All Belongs To Me." The song was produced by Rico Love and is a follow-up to their Grammy-award winning "The Boy Is Mine." It's also a single that will be featured from both of their upcoming albums. The ladies, who have married and become mothers, are more mature and it shows in the lyrics and feel of the song. Take a listen after the break...

Bump or Stomp: R. Kelly "Share My Love"

R. Kelly's has released a new single "Share My Love" from his upcoming Write Me Back album--the follow up to his 2010's Love Letter album. Check it out after the jump...

VIDEO: Tyrese "Nothing On You" Official Trailer

The official video trailer for Tyrese's latest single, "Nothing On You" was released a few days ago. The video features TLC member Chilli as the starlet. Peep the video after the jump...