Tinashe, Superlove | Track Review 🎵
Up-and-coming contemporary R&B/pop artist Tinashe drops a good record with “Superlove,” though arguably it’s not enough to elevate her superstardom.
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
Tag R&B
Maxwell, ‘blackSUMMERS’night’ | Album Review
Maxwell remains consistent on latest LP blackSUMMERS'night, while successfully tweaking his sound to embody and appeal to the times.
Alicia Keys, Hallelujah | Track Review 🎵
Alicia Keys latest single "Hallelujah" is respectable, but not the "second coming." "Hallelujah" likely isn't a ‘pop’ hit. Still, there’s something here.
Fitz and the Tantrums, Fitz and the Tantrums | Album Review 💿
As blasé as the title of album of the third album by alternative band Fitz and the Tantrums may be, it lacks no shortage of energy.
Usher, Crash | Track Review 🎵
In no ways does Usher “crash and burn” on new single "Crash," but neither does he make us yearn for his return to the music world.
Beyoncé, Lemonade | Lyrical Spotlight
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'Lemonade,' the sixth studio album from Beyoncé is chocked full of lyrics deserving analysis and expert commentary. We'll provide both.
Prince, Musicology: The Comeback Album
'Musicology' may not represent the crème de la crème of the Prince discography, but it’s amazing Prince assembled such a respectable comeback album in 2004.
Maxwell, Lake By the Ocean | Track Review
A truly glorious happening occurred – the return of one of neo-soul’s greatest, Maxwell, with a stellar new single, "Lake By the Ocean."
Tweet, Charlene | Album Review 💿
CHARLENE is a respectable comeback album from Tweet. It won’t blow anyone away, but should appeal to a traditional R&B audience.
Blackbear, Help | Album Review 💿
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Blackbear shares his demons & showcases tremendous potential on his latest effort, Help. He doesn't rewrite the R&B script, but, it's solid.
The Case AGAINST Chris Brown
What is the case against Chris Brown? Being too comfortable. Artistically showing more range, would make more people respect the talented urban artist.
Babyface Consistent on ‘Return of the Tender Lover’
Iconic R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Babyface returns with his tenth studio album, Return of the Tender Lover.