Welcome to The State of R&B, ESSENCE’s look at the past, present and future of rhythm and blues. In this piece, ESSENCE editor Rivéa Ruff reports on the blending of hip-hop and R&B. Since the ...

If your playlist has long been anchored by the timeless harmonies of New Edition, the smooth vocals of Aaliyah, and the genre-bending genius of Frank Ocean, you might be wondering what’s next. In 2026 ...

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, ...

On March 15, 2024, RCE and Reflection Music Group are teaming up again to bring back RNB Forever, an unforgettable night celebrating the best of R&B music. Sponsored by Xerjoff Perfume, The Orchard, ...

After being dropped by his label, the British-Nigerian singer became huge as an independent artist. So why did the Brit awards snub him? Ahead of arena dates, he reflects on his journey so far “I’m ...