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Doechii Delivers Grammy-Nominated Brilliance at Tiny Desk
Doechii, affectionately known as the “Swamp Princess,” has risen as one of music’s most exciting and fearless voices. Born Jaylah Hickmon in Tampa, Florida, she’s built a reputation for seamlessly blending rap, R&B, and experimental sounds to craft a style that is uniquely her own.
“1-800 Taly” — Talyana’s New Single Released: a Self-Love Anthem With a 2000s Twist
Sacramento’s rising R&B artist Talyana returns with her latest single: “1-800 TALY,” a song that takes listeners on a journey of self-love and resilience. The track channels the nostalgia of early 2000s R&B while blending in a fresh, contemporary vibe. Talyana’s vocal prowess shines through her four-octave range, adding depth to every note and infusing the song with energy and emotion.
KIRE: ‘The Kid Who Flew’ From Taiwan to LA
Taiwanese pop-R&B and hip-hop artist KIRE took the stage at the Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, as part of his The Kid Who Flew World Tour Ch. 1. The night was filled with a mix of sensuality, energy, and interactive moments, blending music, comedy, and even a bit of matchmaking.
The evening kicked off with a VIP meet-and-greet, where fans had the chance to meet KIRE, take photos with him, and share their excitement for the night ahead. As the crowd continued to file in, R&B singer Chloe Tang, accompanied by DJ Tima Dee, took the stage to open the show. Tang’s sultry, soulful melodies quickly set the mood, with the audience clearly vibing to her smooth sound.
Sinéad Harnett Plays Her First Sold Out Show in Houston
Fans filled The Bronze Peacock from wall to wall, waiting to see Sinéad Harnett play her first ever show in Houston. While she has done one-off shows in Dallas and LA, her Boundaries Tour marks the Thai-Irish, R&B singer’s first full length tour in the United States, and it was clear Houston fans had been eager to see her since her debut in 2013 as the show was completely sold out.
slchld’s Heartfelt Performance Brings Passion and Connection to LA
In the midst of his APOLOGY tour, slchld, pronounced as “Seoul Child,” performed in Los Angeles, California to give an intimate and passionate show. The Korean-Canadian, R&B, and alternative singer-songwriter slchld held a heartfelt set for his fans in LA.
HOHYUN's Concert Debut: A Night of Core Memories for Artist & Fans
Fans eagerly waited for the show to start — it was clear that R&B soloist HOHYUN’s first headline show was going to be one to remember. Jason Hohyun Lee, widely known as HOHYUN, is a Korean-American artist based in Los Angeles, who rose to popularity with his song, “SUNSET BOULEVARD” back in 2022 amassing over 10 million streams on Spotify. He has been making music for a little over four years, with the release of his first EP back in 2019 titled Stage Fright.
Christian Kuria Plays a Sold-Out Show in Houston
Taped to White Oak Music Hall’s box office window was a sheet of paper that read “Christian Kuria. Sold Out,” and once the show started, it was easy to see why. The California-based R&B singer stopped in Houston for one of the many sold out dates on his first US tour. Fans couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to the city, lining up for hours outside the venue and packing up tightly in front of the stage once doors opened.
Tinashe has “Unconditional” Love for Toronto
Tinashe is a musical world-builder for every angle of romance — from telling stories for hopeless romantics, to those in situationships and the heartbroken. Tinashe celebrates her fifth studio album, BB/ANG3L, with a highly anticipated 2024 North American East Coast tour. On Valentine’s Day, Tinashe sold out her Toronto tour stop at The Danforth Music Hall.
A Lesson in Love Alchemy: Rakiyah’s Korean Comeback With “Ready or Not”
The love alchemist of R&B music, Rakiyah, has returned with her latest single “Ready or Not” released on Thursday, February 15. This supernatural single highlights our R&B scientist’s desperation for truth, desire, and clarity. “Ready or Not” is filled with a sense of nostalgia and mysticism, with an added touch of intoxicating lyricism through an addictive Korean verse.
sunkis Swings By LA to Light Up the Night
Ringing in the Year of the Dragon, on February 9, 2024, R&B singer Sunkis held the Los Angeles stop of his debut North American tour, Phase 1, at the largest auditorium at the University of California, Los Angeles.
oceanfromtheblue Collaborates with COLORSxSTUDIOS for a New Single
On February 6, worldwide music curation platform COLORSxSTUDIOS collaborated with R&B/Soul singer-songwriter oceanfromtheblue and released “25 - A COLORS SHOW.”
Falling for Sarah Kang’s ‘Hopeless Romantic Tour’
Starting the new year off strong, the NYC-based singer-songwriter Sarah Kang held a stellar performance at the Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles. This R&B and jazz artist has been pursuing music full-time since 2017, touching on themes of love, appreciation, and nostalgia.
JUNNY’s “Promise” Brings Winter Warmth in His New Single
On December 16, singer-songwriter JUNNY released “Promise,” a song that brings together the theme of providing comfort and support at the close of each day.
Interview: From Big Hit Trainee to Independent Artist: The Musical Journey of JUNE
JUNE, the Korean R&B singer-songwriter, composer, and producer, has been working on songs with artists since 2016. Notably, as a former Big Hit Entertainment trainee, he worked closely with BTS, writing and composing songs like “Awake,” “Lost,” and “Not Today.” He worked with SURAN to create songs like “Wine,” and compose songs like “Love Story.”
Denise Julia Drops Hot New Single "B.A.D." Featuring P-Lo
October 27 marks Filipina R&B singer-songwriter Denise Julia’s newest single release, “B.A.D.,” featuring Filipino-American rapper P-Lo. This song serves as the lead single in her upcoming debut album. It’s been more than a month since her latest release, and this time, the song doubles as an introduction of a glimpse of what her younger self aspired to become as a music artist and embracing herself as a person.
JUNE Returns to the El Rey Theatre for ‘JUNEtober’ in LA
The El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif. came alive on October 10 with a groovy and electrifying performance from JUNE (이준상), a Korean R&B singer-songwriter, composer, and producer. JUNE began his journey as a trainee under Big Hit Entertainment, contributing to the songwriting and composing for BTS and Suran, Eventually, he moved to Planetarium Records and became a part of PLT. Now, he has taken the leap into independence.
Interview: Singapore-Based Artists Josh Makazo & Jean Seizure, on Latest Collaboration, “Sights”
Electrifying and captivating are a few adjectives that perfectly encapsulate the two artists we will be introducing to you today. Josh Makazo and Jean Seizure are two multi-faceted artists who have taken the Singapore music scene by storm through their soulful voices and artistry.
Indonesian Artist ANNISYA Features Teza Sumendra for R&B Chemistry in “Feenin’”
On September 15, young Indonesian R&B and hip-hop artist ANNISYA released her new independently produced and written single “Feenin’” in collaboration with the well-known Indonesian R&B/Soul singer-songwriter Teza Sumendra.
On The Rise: 10 Artists We Are Featuring for September 2023
It’s a new month, which means it’s time to introduce you to new music from across the world, names you may or may not recognize, igniting exciting musical discoveries for you and your playlists. Join us on this ride as we present to you ten artists from across the globe who are making their mark within the music industry: Zior Park, Peach Tree Rascals, LEEBADA, HeyMen, Marz23, 16, Ava Maybee, Sumsher, Celia, and Ida Just.
Koven Wei and Ethan Low Bring Summer to an End With ‘BAMBINO’ and ‘GEMINI’ in Toronto
On August 31, AMPM had a line out the door to commemorate Koven Wei and Ethan Low's album release party, celebrating their debut albums BAMBINO and GEMINI respectively. The low light yet intimate club served its purpose that night with a crowd formed around a small raised box of a stage tucked to the side.