Pete Townshend is a legendary figure in the world of rock music, known for his influential role as the guitarist and primary songwriter of the iconic British rock band The Who. Born on May 19, 1945, in London, England, Townshend’s contributions to rock and roll have left an indelible mark on the genre’s history. Townshend’s
Otis Redding, often referred to as the “King of Soul,” was a profoundly influential American singer-songwriter who left an indelible mark on the world of music. Born on September 9, 1941, in Dawson, Georgia, and tragically passing away at the young age of 26 in 1967, Redding’s career was short but incredibly impactful. Redding’s distinctive
Rising R&B singer Kayla Brianna has unleashed her sultry new song, “Down.” On the self-penned track, Brianna invites her love interest into the bedroom for an intimate session between the sheets. “Boy, come and meet me by this bed / And baby lay me down, down, down,” she sings over a smooth production. “Down” is
Goapele is a synesthete. “I see colors along with sounds and words,” the singer and songwriter tells Rated R&B. “They’re associated naturally in my mind. Sometimes, when I am writing or working with producers, and notes come together in a certain way, it’s visually harmonious for me. That’s part of my songwriting process. It was
Muni Long’s rising single “Made For Me” is still going strong. The romantic tune has landed at No. 7 at R&B radio this week, marking her third top 10 hit on the format. Long previously appeared in the top 10 in fall 2022 on “Honey,” her duet from John Legend’s album, LEGEND. Long debuted as
New Edition has announced their residency at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada. The legendary R&B group — Ricky Bell, Bobby Brown, Michael Bivins, Ronnie DeVoe, Johnny Gill, and Ralph Tresvant — will begin their residency on Feb. 28, 2024. Their six-show experience will conclude March 9, 2024. Artist presale begins
“This project was probably the hardest project that I had to release,” RealestK tells Rated R&B in a video call from his home. The Toronto native is reflecting on his recently released EP, Real World, the follow-up to his 2022 debut album, Dreams 2 Reality. Released a few months after his 18th birthday, Dreams 2
Pearl Jam is an iconic American rock band that emerged from the early 1990s Seattle grunge scene. Formed in 1990, the band’s original lineup included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Mike McCready (lead guitar), Stone Gossard (rhythm guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), and Dave Krusen (drums). They quickly rose to prominence, along with fellow Seattle bands like Nirvana
Kelly Clarkson is an American singer, songwriter, television personality, and actress who rose to fame as the first winner of the inaugural season of the reality television show “American Idol” in 2002. Born on April 24, 1982, in Fort Worth, Texas, Clarkson has enjoyed a successful career in the music industry and beyond. Here are
John Prine was an American singer-songwriter known for his distinctive and often humorous folk and country songs. Born on October 10, 1946, in Maywood, Illinois, Prine had a remarkable career that spanned over five decades until his passing on April 7, 2020. He was celebrated for his storytelling lyrics and heartfelt, sometimes witty, and always