New Music: Lalah Hathaway - “So In Love” (from Upcoming Album “VANTABLACK”)

Five-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer and activist Lalah Hathaway delivers her new single “So In Love” to all streaming and digital music platforms.

“So In Love” serves as the official first single from Lalah’s anticipated eighth studio album VANTABLACK which drops June 14th via Hathaway Entertainment/SRG-ILS Group (Virgin Music Group) label imprint.

In a statement about the track, Lalah shares:

"So In Love’ was written by Philip Beaudreau and I a couple years ago with the intention to pitch it, but we loved it so much and decided to sit with it for a while. I’ve recently added it to my show and it’s one of the most beloved pieces that we perform. ‘So In Love’ has such a vibe and like a lot of the work I do, it explores some of the more non traditional ideas about love, and self love. The video does this on a grand scale!".

Speaking of the music video, the stunning visuals of the "So In Love" music video will be making its global premiere on BET Soul and BET.com on Thursday, May 9th.

As we prepare for the release of VANTABLACK, music lovers abroad will be taken on a magical ride of this new Lalah Hathaway era, as she will be treating them with a new music every other week leading up to the release of VANTABLACK.

“‘VANTABLACK’ was always the name of the project. The word itself has so much weight on it, I was really unsure of how to approach the idea of writing the song. At the time, what I thought were conflicting perspectives, actually began to shape the concept of not only this album but also how I saw myself. I started reframing how I saw color, in terms of being the blackest I've ever been and even though I'm steeped in who I am, it doesn't exclude the other things that make up the sum of me. Similar to how all the music around me informs the black music that I create. So it's all a melting pot and this song truly exemplifies that.” - Lalah Hathaway

Pre-order VANTABLACK HERE

New Music: Az Yet Tributes Atlantic Starr with "Send for Me"

Platinum-selling R&B group Az Yet which currently consists of founding member Kenny "Bass Man" Terry along with Dyshon Benson, Jibriel Patterson, Jay Naught and Drayton, tributes the legendary band Atlantic Starr with a cover of their 1981 classic "Send for Me".

Tank Scores 15th Top 10 Billboard Adult R&B Radio Hit "Before We Get Started"

This week Tank scores his 15th overall top 10 Billboard Adult R&B radio hit "Before We Get Started" at No. 8 after 6 weeks on this chart.

The mesmerizing song and accompanying visuals feature rapper Fabolous.

In other Tank news, the R&B sensation is set to embark on The R&B Money Tour with the soulful voices of Keri Hilson and Carl Thomas. 

Tickets are on sale HERE, promising fans an immersive experience into the world of R&B. Fans can also go to www.thernbmoneytour.com for more information.

Black Music Honors 2024 Honors Johnny Gill, Patrice Rushen, Bootsy Collins & Hezekiah Walker

Chicago-based Central City Productions - a trailblazing African American owned television programming, production, sales and distribution company - announces the 9th Annual Black Music Honors. The highly anticipated live taping will take place at the renowned Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, May 18th. The ceremony will be co-hosted by singer and actress LeToya Luckett alongside comedic actor DeRay Davis.

Black Music Honors is an annual event that celebrates the illustrious achievements and exceptional contributions of urban music. This year's lineup of honorees includes Johnny Gill, Patrice Rushen, Bootsy Collins and Hezekiah Walker.

“For the past 9 years, Black Music Honors has surrounded and supported the amazing artists who have entertained millions. This year's celebrants are trailblazers and deserve to be honored. We are extremely proud to bring more visibility to these tremendous icons who have stayed the course from humble beginnings to careers that span decades. Their lives and stories are part of the beautiful tapestry of black music...which has impacted the globe,” says Founder and Executive Producer Don Jackson. 

A night of black excellence awaits at the 2024 Black Music Honors where exceptional performances, heartfelt speeches and timeless memories will be etched in the hearts of viewers. The televised special will premiere on the Stellar Network Saturday, June 1 at 8pm EST with a rebroadcast at 10pm EST and air in national broadcast syndication June 8 - June 30 in tribute to Black Music Month. The show will also air on Bounce TV Wednesday, June 19th (Juneteenth) at 9pm EST. The show, proudly presented by Procter and Gamble, is made possible with the generous support of sponsors such as Walmart, Verizon, State Farm, General Motors (Chevy), St Jude, and AARP. The 9th Annual Black Music Honors show is Executive Produced by Don Jackson with Jennifer J. Jackson serving as Producer and Executive in Charge of Production; Michael A. Johnson as Producer and Director, Erin Johnson as Talent Producer and Daniel Moore as Music Director.

Tickets for the live-taping event are available on Friday, April 19 at www.blackmusichonors.com or via Ticketmaster at https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0E00608F94A72373.

For more information, visit www.blackmusichonors.com and connect on social media @blackmusichonors on Facebook and Instagram or @blackmusichonor on Twitter.

[Preview] Vanessa Williams Returns to Music with "Legs (Keep Dancing)"

Legendary singer, actress and model Vanessa Williams took to social media to announce her first new music release after 15 years entitled "Legs (Keep Dancing)".

The upbeat track was co-written with Chantry Johnson, Kjersti Long and Kipper Jones (who also co-penned Williams earlier classics "The Right Stuff", "The Comfort Zone").

Hear a preview below:

The track will be available on all streaming and digital music platforms April 26th via Williams record label Mellian Music in partnership with Mod Squad, LLC.

"What a joy it is to be making new music behind the mic again with old friends. There's a certain comfort in creating new works in the studio while reminiscing about how so many years in this business have brought successes, excitement, and lasting memories. Always moving forward is what drives me. Every challenge is exciting. And more new music to share with my fans is the fuel that lights my fire." -Vanessa Williams

"Legs (Keep Dancing)" is set to appear on Williams upcoming ninth studio album later this year.

"This is an album that surrounds Vanessa's vocal gifts and performances with stellar acoustic and electronic performances by real musicians, real writers, real producers, a real music album. This album is for all genres. It will touch on all of Vanessa's experiences in the Pop, R&B, Latin, Jazz, and Dance genres. Vanessa is re-introducing herself by her design; we're all committed and excited to be a part of it." -Tony Prendatt, Mod Squad CEO

"You can call it a comeback, a full circle moment, or just plain serendipity. But I call it a blessing to be creating more history with the iconic force of nature that is Vanessa Williams. If past is indeed prologue, we’re about to give ‘em hell again!" -Kipper Jones