r&b
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Janelle Monáe drops some stellar visuals for her funky, strange, and eccentric new single, “Q.U.E.E.N.,” which has me absolutely psyched to hear her new full-length when it drops. Enjoy!
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R&B enigma Janelle Monáe drops a new single, which features Erykah Badu on vocals throughout much of the track. It’s an incredibly funky number with a huge emphasis on synth chords that remind me of some of Prince’s best tracks to come out in the early
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On James Blake’s latest album, the various sides to his musical personality blend together into a pretty uniform set of tracks that combine detailed electronica, chorus-based songwriting, piano, and Blake’s sharp voice. WATCH THE REVIEW Lyrics to this album presented by Stereo IQ: 1. James Blake – Overgrown Lyrics
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On Lapalux’s new full-length, the UK producer seamlessly combines elements of future garage, wonky, and contemporary R&B. WATCH THE REVIEW
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Justin Timberlake continues to show more ambition than the average pop artist with song lengths and structures, but longer tracks hardly make up for thin production and even thinner lyrics. WATCH THE REVIEW
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Rhye’s debut full-length is really great at conjuring a sexy vibe, but it can come off a bit one-dimensional at times. WATCH THE REVIEW
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On his latest EP, Shlohmo takes his versatility to a new level with sounds from the recent rise in alternative R&B and trap. WATCH THE REVIEW
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Shlohmo drops yet another track from his forthcoming Laid Out EP, which is dropping in March. This particular cut features vocal contributions from alternative R&B pioneer How To Dress Well. It’s a really spacey, detailed track. Not only is there some trap influence coming from the hi-hats,
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A music video for the new James Blake track, which is teasing toward the release of a new album that’s looking at an April release via Republic Records! I’d be a shock if every track on the album were this soulful, eh? While the song does take a
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On Miguel’s sophomore album, the contemporary R&B singer reinvents his image and sound to create a futuristic fusion with elements of rock, synth pop, and funk. Hopefully, the production on his next record reaches the fine-tuned ambition of his singing and songwriting. WATCH THE REVIEW
