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DJ Khaled, Shining | Track Review

DJ Khaled returns with another ‘hot one,’ assisted by Beyoncé and hubby JAY Z on flex-track “Shining.”

Mary J. Blige uses a bad relationship as ‘fuel for the fire’ on “U + Me (Love Lesson),” a single from her upcoming divorce album.

Trey Songz hangs up his playa shoes on “Nobody Else But You,” a dearly devoted promo single from his seventh album, ‘Tremaine the Album.’

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

Burgeoning teen R&B singer Khalid delivers a sensational single in “Location,” a relatable gem about young love.

Up-and-coming teen R&B singer Khalid shows incredible potential on his throwback urban contemporary single, “Shot Down.”

Keyshia Cole returns ferociously. The R&B singer-songwriter doesn’t play around on the aggressive “You,” assisted by Remy Ma and French Montana.

Surprise new single “I’m Better” suggests legendary rapper Missy Elliott is one step closer to making a full-fledged comeback.

Texas pop heartthrob Austin Mahone returns respectably on his fun, suggestive 2016 EP, For Me + You.

Canadian up-and-coming urban artist Roy Woods shows potential on his second EP, Nocturnal. Woods is still a work in progress.

Underrated urban contemporary artist Lloyd returns after a five-year hiatus with enjoyable, comeback EP, ‘Tru.’

John Legend delivers another captivating solo album with Darkness and Light. While his sound is tweaked, fundamentally he remains the same artist.