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For 2.5 hours, New Edition, Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton delivered, engaged, sang, danced and gave their all from start to finish on The New Edition Way Tour, brought to life by the Black Promoters Collective (BPC). Watching them on Valentine’s Day allowed the music to take on even deeper […]

Love, Legacy and Legendary Voices: A Valentine’s Day with New ...


Multi-award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and R&B crooner Christopher Williams returns with a brand-new single, “Good Enough,” available now via Streamline TransMedia | SRG-ILS | Virgin Music Group. After years away from the spotlight, Williams returns with a sound that is both familiar and fresh. The mid-tempo groove of “Good Enough” serves […]

#NewMusic: Christopher Williams Returns with New Single ‘Good Enough’


Powerhouse songstress Tamar Braxton has officially released her highly anticipated new project, “Heartbreak Retrograde,” a cathartic six-song EP produced by GRAMMY®-winning hitmaker Tricky Stewart, which takes listeners on a soulful walk through love’s messiness, its magic, and everything in between. Every track on Heartbreak Retrograde hits with intention, from the radio […]

#NewMusic: Tamar Braxton Unveils Soul-Baring New EP ‘Heartbreak Retrograde’



Watching Summer Dennis perform at The Kennedy Center was a breath of fresh air, creating a genuine connection between artist and audience while reminding everyone what live performance is meant to feel like. Through intimate renditions of songs like “Pink Lotus,” “So Unnecessary,” and “Remember,” along with heartfelt covers and previews […]

Summer Dennis Brings Soul, Charisma, and Healing Energy to The ...


Symphonic sublimity describes my thoughts as I continue to reminisce about the Silent Serenade Ensemble tour by Maxwell, which provided the audience with a fuller and more immersive experience at MGM National Harbor.  The evening blended the traditional styles of his songs with the encapsulating sound of his ensemble of violins, cellos, guitars, […]

A Night of Melodic Mastery: Inside Maxwell’s ‘Silent Serenade Ensemble’


NPR’s Tiny Desk concerts have cultivated a loyal fan base, thanks to their diverse range of genres, artistry, cultural depth, and rich musical history. During Essence Festival weekend, Tiny Desk host and producer Bobby Carter reflected on his journey, saying his current role is “beyond anything” he dreamed of as a […]

Inside Tiny Desk: Bobby Carter on Curating Iconic Moments and ...



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Mariah Carey has returned with her first solo single in five years, releasing “Type Dangerous” on June 6. The track samples the hip-hop classic “Eric B. Is President” by Eric B. & Rakim. “I’m so excited to finally be releasing ‘Type Dangerous’ into the world!” Carey said in a statement. “I’ve […]

#NewMusic: Mariah Carey Returns With ‘Type Dangerous,’ First Solo Single ...