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    2017 R&B albums

    Keyshia Cole, 11:11 Reset © Epic
    Album 💿

    Keyshia Cole, 11:11 Reset | Album Review

    On her seventh studio album, ‘11:11 Reset,’ R&B diva Keyshia Cole rebounds well following the so-so ‘Point of No Return.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsOctober 24, 2017 ago
    SZA, Ctrl [📷: RCA]
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    SZA, Ctrl | Album Review 💿

    Alternative R&B artist SZA returns with an intriguing, major label debut, ‘Ctrl.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 24, 2017 ago
    Mali Music, The Transition of Mali © RCA
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    Mali Music, The Transition of Mali | Album Review 💿

    ‘The Transition of Mali,’ the second secular album by former gospel artist Mali Music, proves to be another respectable, well-rounded affair.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 6, 2017 ago
    Faith Evans & The Notorious B.I.G., The King & I © Rhino
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    Faith Evans & The Notorious B.I.G., The King & I | Album Review 💿

    Faith Evans releases a new studio album, ‘The King & I,’ collaborating with her late hubby, The Notorious B.I.G. The effort exceeds expectations.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 25, 2017 ago
    Mary J. Blige, Strength of a Woman [📷: Capitol]
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    Mary J. Blige, Strength of a Woman | Album Review 💿

    Mary J. Blige, the queen of hip-hop soul, captures the effects of divorce and ended love sensationally throughout ‘Strength of a Woman.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 1, 2017 ago
    blackbear, digital druglord © beartrap
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    Blackbear, digital druglord | Album Review 💿

    Blackbear shines on his highly anticipated new album, digital druglord. Digital druglord comprises of drugs, money, and sex.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsApril 27, 2017 ago
    La'Porsha Renae, Already All Ready © 19
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    La’Porsha Renae, Already All Ready | Album Review 💿

    American Idol runner-up La’Porsha Renae showcases tremendous Potential on her debut R&B album, Already All Ready.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsApril 3, 2017 ago
    Earl St. Clair, My Name Is Earl © Def Jam
    Music

    Earl St. Clair Shines on Debut EP, ‘My Name Is Earl’

    Former Hip-Hop Producer turned soul artist Earl St. Clair showcases incredible potential on his debut EP, ‘My Name Is Earl.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 9, 2017 ago
    Khalid, American Teen © RCA
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    Khalid, American Teen | Album Review 💿

    Up-and-coming teen R&B artist Khalid impresses on his highly-anticipated debut album, American Teen, led by hit single, “Location.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 7, 2017 ago
    Charlie Wilson, In It to Win It © RCA
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    Charlie Wilson, In It to Win It | Album Review 💿

    Uncle Charlie Wilson delivers another consistent, enjoyable adult contemporary R&B album on his eighth album, ‘In It to Win It.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 20, 2017 ago
    Gabriel Garzón-Montano, Jardín © Stones Throw
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    Gabriel Garzón-Montano, Jardín | Album Review 💿

    Gabriel Garzón-Montano delivers a compelling alternative R&B/soul tour de force with Jardín.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 17, 2017 ago

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