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Ayra Starr’s Starrgirl is out now, pairing Afrobeats, R&B and pop across 16 tracks with guests including ZAYN, Wizkid and Leon Thomas.

Bruno Mars’ “Risk It All” has reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Radio Songs and Pop Airplay charts, extending a historic run at American radio.

The Ashanti Rock Wit U tour will take the R&B star across Australia and New Zealand in November as she also looks toward a new studio album in 2027.

Masego’s Fix Your Face Tour plays Miami tonight and reaches The Anthem and Virginia Beach next weekend with his new album.

The Womack Sisters Debut Album arrives August 14 with nine songs that connect gospel roots, classic soul and a new generation’s point of view.

Joe and Donell Jones VERZUZ is set for August 20, pairing two defining late-1990s and 2000s R&B catalogs in a celebration rather than a feud.

The Steve Lacy Oh Yeah tour update brings his first headlining run since 2022 to The Anthem in Washington and Virginia Beach this October.

Jamila Woods is celebrating a decade of HEAVN with a fall theater tour that closes at Chicago’s Thalia Hall.

Arin Ray’s new LIMBO EP arrives with five tracks, a compact 14-minute runtime and a late-summer R&B mood.

Brandy follows Aretha Franklin’s celebrated version with a new opening theme for the September 24 sequel series.

Power1047 closes August 10 with Tyler, the Creator, The Weeknd, BTS in Baltimore, Michael on Starz and the Orioles’ series opener in Minnesota.

The singer-songwriter’s August 21 project shifts the focus toward the man, husband and father behind the catalog.

Fridayy’s third album arrives Friday with contemporary R&B, Caribbean-influenced rhythms and a more playful rhythmic direction.

Power1047 closes August 6 with Tee Grizzley’s expungement, Josh Levi’s “SWERVE,” John David Washington’s Mime, Baltimore-area news and a Netflix pick.

As the day comes to a close, today's biggest conversations stretched well beyond the music charts. Throughout the day, Power1047 explored stories highlighting the evolution of entertainment, independent creativity, and the artists helping shape the future of hip-hop and R&B. From in-depth discussions about how streaming continues to reshape listening habits to the growing importance of artist ownership and branding, today's coverage reflected the many layers of an industry in

Coco Jones continues proving that her success is no passing moment. After first gaining national attention through her acting roles and early music releases, Coco has steadily built a career defined by growth, resilience, and artistic evolution. Her breakthrough in the R&B space came as she began releasing music that showcased both her vocal strength and her ability to tell deeply personal stories, earning praise from critics and fans alike. Following a series of acclaimed pe

Award-winning singer-songwriter Muni Long continues proving that patience, persistence, and passion can lead to extraordinary success. Before stepping into the spotlight as a solo artist, Muni Long spent years writing hit songs for some of the music industry's biggest names. Her songwriting credits helped shape the sound of modern R&B and pop, earning respect behind the scenes long before audiences recognized her as a performer. Today, she has successfully transitioned into o

The culture is moving fast this afternoon. Beyoncé surprises fans, Lil Wayne clears the air, Essence Fest looks ahead, Ken Carson announces a new tour, and the DMV concert calendar keeps heating up.

Beyoncé has officially surprised fans with a brand-new single, “Morning Dew (Donk),” giving the BeyHive a fresh release just in time for the Fourth of July weekend. The new track was written by Beyoncé, Pharrell Williams, The-Dream, and Darius Dixon, with production handled by Beyoncé and Pharrell Williams. According to the official release, “Morning Dew (Donk)” serves as a direct nod to Beyoncé’s loyal fanbase as the superstar begins the celebration surrounding the upcoming

South African singer Tyla is continuing her global rise with the announcement of a deluxe edition of her debut album TYLA, set to include several previously unreleased tracks and updated visuals. Following the success of her breakout hits and international chart presence, the deluxe release is expected to expand on the sound that helped introduce her to a worldwide audience. Known for blending Afrobeats, pop, and R&B influences, Tyla has quickly become one of the most talked-