New Album: Tank Releases His 11th Studio LP "Experience"

 

Multi-Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Tank has officially given fans exactly what the title promises. His 11th studio album, EXPERIENCE, is out now via R&B Money/BMG, bringing a stacked guest list along for the ride. Charlie Wilson, Remy Ma, Kirk Franklin, Lecrae, Eric Dawkins, Zacardi Cortez, Fred Hammond, and MK all appear on the project. The album lands as his current single, "Yes," continues its climb up Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay chart, striking a chord with fans and radio alike and proving that more than two decades into his career, Tank still knows exactly how to move a room.

The 16-track EXPERIENCE finds Tank pushing into house and gospel-inspired sounds fans might not expect, while keeping the rich, in-the-moment storytelling that has made him one of the genre's most trusted voices. The project includes the #1 R&B radio hit "Control," his Janet Jackson-inspired record, the house-inspired "Highlight" with Charlie Wilson and MK, a dance floor-ready record built for late nights, and the gospel-rooted "How I Need You" with Kirk Franklin, Eric Dawkins, and Zacardi Cortez, a song that goes straight back to Tank's church roots.

The focus track, "Rick," is pure funk, the kind that makes you want to get up and dance, with Tank paying homage to the legendary Rick James. And as if the song wasn't already fire, Remy Ma comes through with a heavyweight verse that takes it over the top.

“I had so much fun making this project,” says Tank. “I named it ‘EXPERIENCE' because that is what I wanted my fans to have. Take a ride with me to different places, allowing me to evolve and be creative. This is what R&B looks like at its core.”

The momentum doesn't stop with music. Tank is currently out on the road on The R&B Tour: Raymond & Brown alongside Usher and Chris Brown, bringing his signature live energy to audiences night after night. Along the tour stops, he's been pulling up with free surprise piano pop-ups in cities like Chicago, San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Dallas. The rooms have been packed wall to wall, the shows are free, and the love has been loud, with fans driving in from all over just to sing along, support the new release, and get a hug.

He's also gearing up for the small screen, with Hulu announcing that Season 4 of its hit series Reasonable Doubt premieres October 6, where Tank steps into the role of Eric Cropper (click here).

EXPERIENCE marks a new chapter for the R&B veteran, one built on everything that has defined this run: the chart dominance, the viral Verzuz moment that turned heads across music and culture, and an expanding presence on the road and on screen. With "Yes" setting the tone and heavyweight features from Charlie Wilson, Kirk Franklin, Lecrae, Remy Ma, and more, the album delivers rich, in-the-moment storytelling that has made Tank one of the genre's most trusted voices. EXPERIENCE is out now!

New Music: Tamia - "Forever and a Day"

 

Award-winning R&B/Soul vet, Tamia, has released her new single "Forever and a Day" on all digital music platforms.

She adds:

"After 30 years of making music, I still love writing about relationships and love ❤️ 

My friends Chuck Harmony & Claude Kelly went into the studio a few weeks ago, and together we wrote a beautiful song called 'Forever and a Day'."

Tamia previously collaborated with Chuck Harmony & Claude Kelly the duo also known as Louis York on the 2024 single "Three Little Words".

"Forever and a Day" will be Tamia's first solo effort since her 2018 album Passion Like Fire.

Tamia Announces Upcoming Single "Forever and a Day"

Award-winning R&B/Soul vet, Tamia, took to social media to announce the release of her upcoming single "Forever and a Day".

In a message she adds:

"After 30 years of making music, I still love writing about relationships and love ❤️ 

My friends Chuck Harmony & Claude Kelly went into the studio a few weeks ago, and together we wrote a beautiful song called 'Forever and a Day'.

I can’t wait to share it with you next Friday, August 28th."

Tamia previously collaborated with Chuck Harmony & Claude Kelly the duo also known as as Louis York on the 2024 single "Three Little Words".

"Forever and a Day" will be Tamia's first solo effort since her 2018 album Passion Like Fire.

New Music: Lalah Hathaway - "47th Street"

On “47th Street,” Lalah Hathaway takes listeners through her old stomping grounds: “Every streetlight hums your name, Every corner burns the same,” she sings. The song nods to her grandfather Hosea and her father: “If only these streets could talk, that’s where my daddy laid his hat down, Sweet Hosea wore the crown.” It’s a bittersweet love letter to what was and what has become of her city, closing with a reminder of the imprint that can never be erased: “You can occupy these streets, But you can’t evict what lives in me.”

Of the song’s inspiration Lalah says: “That’s where my father’s family lived. My grandfather Hosea—we pronounced it Hozee—together with his mom and dad were always welcoming. In my mind, going back to 47th Street regenerated the pulsating urban vibe of my beloved hometown.”

RIAA: SZA Earns Her Third Diamond Single Certification for "Good Days"

Seven-time Grammy Award-winning artist SZA has earned her third Diamond single certification (10,000,000 units sold) for her song "Good Days".

"Good Days" peaked at No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100's chart and No. 3 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart and served as the lead single from SZA's 8x Platinum 2022 sophomore album SOS.

"Good Days" joins "Snooze" (11x Platinum) & "Kill Bill" (10x Platinum).