While mainstream RnB artists often dominate the charts, many talented musicians quietly create stunning works that deserve a spotlight. These underrated RnB artists bring unique perspectives, ...

Ironic, then, that such a shift seems to have been ushered in by a death — not of R&B proper, mind you, but of one of its greatest modern pacesetters: The Weeknd. Since 2011, the persona inhabited by ...

Jill Scott's return from a long absence, and Brent Faiyaz's play for a mid-career pivot — offer opposing visions of artistic advancement in the genre.

There’s something sacred about a Black cookout. The smoky scent of ribs in the air, two-step anthems playing from a Bluetooth speaker, and aunties doing the wobble in sundresses and sneakers. It’s ...

Spotify and Live Nation Urban have partnered for RNB X Live: The UK Sound, featuring emerging R&B talent from the U.K. The two-city experience is set for Aug. 21 at San Francisco’s August Hall and Aug ...

A group of young singer-songwriters have transformed the genre by looking backward, without getting stuck in the past. Here and below are seven of the many contemporary artists who are redefining and ...