Remembering Jerry Butler, One of the Coldest Songwriters on the Planet
His writer's workshop produced chart singles for the likes of Isaac Hayes and Aretha Franklin and developed songwriters such as Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy
R&B
How Raphael Saadiq Helped Charlie Bereal Rediscover His Voice
The musician discusses the influences that helped him create his new album, Walk With the Father
7 Things We Learned About LA Reid From the R&B Money Podcast
Tank and J. Valentine pulled some epic information from the music legend
Unpacking Luther Vandross' Sentimental Rhythm and Blues
Listening to Luther amidst Black grief.
In the TikTok Era of Fleeting Stardom, Vybe Vault RnB Showcase Focuses on Longevity
Founder Morace Landy is out to prove that Berry Gordy’s artist development formula still works
How Frankie Beverly Built a Band for Black America
While Grateful Dead disciples were looking for music to accompany the purple haze, most of Frankie Beverly’s fans were simply seeking good times and togetherness
What Jermaine Dupri Discovered While Making The Freaknik Documentary
HBCU excellence, peak 2 Live Crew parties, sexual assaults, and politics. There was a lot to learn while making this doc.
Las Vegas Looks Really Good On New Edition
The group spent a year refining their show on tour last year. The results are a perfect NE performance for casuals and die hards.
Only One Man Could Hold His Own With Usher in a Verzuz
Plenty of women would put him in a blender, but there's only one true male challenger
Dvsn's Cheating Anthem “If I Get Caught” Is Musical Clickbait
Pronounced “division,” the R&B duo is living up to its name with its new toxic song about toxic love