In the vast realm of soul music, few names command as much respect and admiration as James Brown. Known as the “Godfather of Soul,” Brown left an indelible mark on the music industry with his electrifying performances, dynamic stage presence, and an unmatched catalog of hits. With his unique blend of gospel-infused vocals, infectious grooves
Barry White, the velvety-voiced maestro of soul and R&B, left an indelible mark on the music world with his deep baritone and romantic lyrics. With his rich vocal delivery, lush orchestral arrangements, and undeniable charisma, White became an iconic figure in the realm of love ballads and sensual grooves. Throughout his illustrious career, he captivated
David Ruffin, a name etched in the annals of soul music history, stands tall as one of the genre’s most influential and charismatic performers. With his unmistakable voice and passionate delivery, Ruffin became the epitome of soulful expression, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of music lovers worldwide. As a member of
Waylon Jennings, the iconic country music pioneer, left an indelible mark on the genre with his distinctive voice, rebellious spirit, and an unrivaled talent for storytelling. From his humble beginnings in West Texas to his rise as one of the Outlaws of country music, Jennings forged a path that would forever change the landscape of
Patti LaBelle will honor the late Tina Turner at the 2023 BET Awards, according to BET.com. The ceremony is set to air live Sunday, June 25, at 8 p.m. ET. It has not yet been announced whether LaBelle will lead the tribute alone or be accompanied by other guests. Turner passed away at 83 due
Corinne Bailey Rae has unveiled the dates for her headlining tour. The North American leg kicks off Sept. 5 in Long Island, New York, at Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University. From there, the English singer/songwriter will play in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago and New Orleans. Bailey Rae will wrap up the
Camper has a new project on the way. In an exclusive interview with Rated R&B, the Grammy-winning producer and songwriter revealed details about his upcoming compilation album titled Campilation. “I have all the R&B artists I love that’s my family on the album together. [The album is] like what DJ Khaled did with hip-hop, but this
Angie Stone has unveiled the video for “Love The Feeling,” which is featured on her recently released album, Love Language. The Charles West-directed video shows Stone at a grown and sexy gathering, where she is the main attraction, as couples groove to the sound of her sophisticated voice. “This video was inspired by the infectious
Victoria Monét has announced Jaguar II will release Aug. 25 via RCA Records. It’s the second and final installment in Monét’s Jaguar series; the first was released in August 2020. The announcement includes official artwork and links for pre-ordering and pre-adding on various music retailers and streaming platforms. Jaguar II will contain 11 tracks. So
Emerging singer Chase Shakur has released It’s Not You, It’s Me, his debut effort for Def Jam Recordings. It’s the sequel to his 2022 EP, It’ll Be Fine. It’s Not You, It’s Me includes the previously shared tracks “Sink or Swim,” co-produced by Arsenio Archer and Deputy, and “X’s N O’s.” “Cascade Road” feels loathsome