As the protests for the #BlackLivesMatter movement charge on worldwide, Juan & Lisa Winans have decided to used their vocals in support of the movement with their latest music video; "It Belongs to Me" featuring Marvin L. Winans. The video has cameo appearances where Martin Luther King Jr. is shown delivering a speech, an image of Colin Kaepernick appears as well, and "Justice for George Floyd" signs from a protest were also displayed. The song encourages faith and implores b

R&B sensation, Summer Walker recently dropped her 2020 EP, Life on Earth, on July 10th. This project is the first piece of work she’s released since her 2019 album, Over It. This is also the second EP Walker has released, following her 2019 CLEAR EP. The Atlanta native artist announced the release of her newest EP after she had a beautiful virtual performance at the 2020 BET Awards with Usher. The highly-anticipated EP is a 5-track compilation of that trap-soul vibe that Summ

New R&B artist, Simply Rayne has hit the music scene with a desire to move to the beat of her own drum. The rising star recently released her first single, “Say Less” from her upcoming debut EP. When it comes to Simply Rayne’s sound, her style could be described as a blend of contemporary pop mixed with classic R&B. And if you were wondering, yes it’s as good as it sounds. The visual for “Say Less” just brings everything together as she sings very relatable lyrics; “How you

Multi-platinum artists/ RnB legends, Slim and Mike of 112 recently announced the release date for their upcoming single, “Spend It All.” The revitalized group has been spending a lot of time working on their EP during the quarantine period. This upcoming project will be the first since the group’s breakup in 2018. The “Cupid” singers have confirmed the August release of their EP, 112 FOREVER: Slim & Mike EP. We got to reminisce during their VERZUZ battle earlier during quaran

Will This be Brian McKnight’s Last Album? Despite the pandemic artists in all genres have managed to still get their music out there. One of them being well known Grammy nominated R&B artist Brian McKnight releasing his grown and sexy album Exodus, June 26th. His soft yet strong voice along with his romantic and sensual songs create a vibe and aura of “Good Ol Fashioned Love”. He stays true to his audience of mature adults who want to fall in love all over again. For the span

Five months after the death of rapper Pop Smoke his album was released and debuted at number one on the Billboard Top 200 Chart. Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon was released on July 3rd and was produced by notable rapper 50 Cent. Featured artists on this album were Quavo, Lil Baby, DaBaby, Swae Lee, Future, Rowdy Rebel, Roddy Ricch, Tyga, KAROL G, Lil Tjay, and King Combs. Some of the rappers appeared on numerous songs on the album. Pop Smoke was killed on February 19th,

Gospel artist Myron Butler released his new album My Tribute June 26th in order to honor legendary gospel artist Andrae Crouch also known as the “The Father of Modern Gospel”. Andrae Crouch died in January of 2015 and was often known as a major pioneer for modern day gospel music. Featured on the tribute album are gospel artist: Dorinda Clark- Cole, Fred Hammond, Kim Burrell, Michael Lampkin, Dayanna Redic, Peter Collins, Anthony Hamilton, Kenny Lattimore, Candy West, Shelby

New rap artist Q Da Fool released his new single titled “Wit My Rounds” showing off his DMV swagger and roots. Featured on the song is also new artist OhGeesy who is a part of the hip hop group Shoreline Mafia. Q Da Fool’s new single will be the second song featured on his new EP Deaf Wish that has been heavily anticipated by his fans. His EP will be dedicated to the style and culture of the DMV merged in with his vernacular and trap music beats surrounding his lyrical music.

Creative Arts philanthropy, The Lewis Prize for Music recently announced the recipients of its COVID-19 Community Response Fund. A grand total of $1.25 million is set to be awarded to 32 Creative Youth Development organizations in the U.S., who have managed to support and provide resources to youth amidst the global pandemic. One of the recipients is the White Hall Arts Academy. White Hall Arts Academy was started in Los Angeles in 2011 by its black female founder, Tanisha Ha

The Black Eyed Peas have just released their latest studio album, about a little over a week ago called Translation. The album features will.i.am., apl.de.ap, and Taboo; and comes three years after the official departure of ex-group member, Fergie. The group took an alternative sound with this release, and embodied a Spanish-language pop/reggaetón sound. The successful lead hit, "RITMO (Bad Boys For)" which was featured in the Bad Boys for Life movie, also hit the top of the