This slow-burning, mid-tempo R&B ballad puts the '"Main Focus" on Lauren G as a singer and songwriter.
The Internet are a truly special group that's able to balance their warm nostalgia while still remaining refreshingly modern. 'Hive Mind' is a phenomenal project full of hypnotic grooves and hip-swaying rhythms.
Awaken, My Love! is an interesting experiment that has some noteworthy moments but is ultimately held back by it's too faithful adherence to it's 70's funk influences. Sorely missing the levity, personality, and subject matter Gambino has become known for.
Khalid's latest is more of a sidestep than a leap forward and although he shows some maturation and still can create generally enjoyable music, it all feels rather inconsequential.
Our thoughts, opinions, and live reaction to the latest album from Ariana Grande, 'eternal sunshine.' Did her "divorce" album nail the concept?
Sam Smith returned with a great follow up that's incredibly pleasing to listen to and radiant, putting his incredible voice front and center. However, I couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed that it didn't deviate much from his debut. More of a continuation than something wholly new and original.
I couldn't help but find myself asking 'what's missing' the whole time while listening to Roy Woods' debut. I liked what I was hearing but it also felt like I've heard it all before. Either from him or some other artist that he's an approximation of.
'Divine’ presents Amanie Illfated as an artist whom we will certainly hear more from in the future.
Deb Never and Love Spells unleash their latest single "Dope Sick," a seamless fusion of indie rock and R&B vibes.
A.CHAL showed great growth on this project as he expanded his musical reach and really tapped into the latin aspect of his music - leading to some legit dance hits. He's poised to be next up.
Zacari turned me into a fan with one of the strongest debut projects to come out of the heavily stacked TDE camp. Potential star in the making.
Hip-Hop meets soul/R&B in a surprising fusion as OG Bobby Billions, rising star on the music scene, unveils his latest single, "Perkys For The Pain."
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Her EP gave us a great look at the type of smooth, sultry music that SiR will bring to the table for TDE and it bodes well for the future. He already has such a strong grasp on his artistry and I can't wait to hear what he puts out next.
Despite some cliche and well worn elements, 6LACK still delivers an enjoyable listen that shows he's capable of carving out his own lane in the crowded space of alternative R&B.
'4275' is a nice trip down memory lane while Jacquees still brings enough new swagger to the table to make it not feel like a tribute album.
Overall, Platinum Fire is just a really smooth, vibe heavy listen throughout and although it doesn't stray too far from typical R&B tropes, it's a really impressive debut that warrants people's attention and has made Arin Ray a name I'll be looking out for in the future.
Our thoughts, opinions, and live reaction to the latest album from Kali Uchis, 'Red Moon In Venus.'
Amelia Moore, the rising star known for her emotionally resonant songwriting returns with, "that girl," delving into the challenges of insecurity and self doubt.
Prepare to be spellbound as SADI, a new R&B sensation, drops his latest single "Loco", a swaggering toxic soul/R&B anthem.
Sonically 'Everything Is Love' is as good as you'd expect from Beyoncé & Jay-Z but I don't think there's anything here that's mind-blowing or different than what we've heard from them before (mostly like throwaways from the 'Lemonade' and '4:44' sessions). 'Everything Is Love' doesn't push either one of them artistically but it answers a lot of questions and lives up to their high musical standards.
Dynamic duo The Royalty Page drop their new single, "Breaking Point," a fresh blend of hip-hop/R&B that effortlessly weaves the two together.
P3 shows that PARTYNEXTDOOR is a great songwriter, but some boring production and subpar vocals often leaves me wanting to hear The Weeknd instead.