Music news: Stop sleeping on EB3N before everyone else finds him
If you’re into artists like Avenoir, Devkota, Alan Vuong, Zuriel, and so many more who are quietly reshaping the alternative R&B scene, then add EB3N to your playlist.
Every music fan loves saying, "I've been listening to them since before they blew up.”
Not because of bragging rights (okay, maybe a little), but because you get to witness the journey in real time.
Waiting for every new release, their older music becomes more personal to you, and it’s exciting to watch that artist achieve every milestone they deserve.
With just over 122,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, the R&B singer-songwriter is still flying under the radar, but that probably won't last for long, writes Music News Blitz’s Victoria Bruwer.
Music news: Beyoncé surprises the BeyHive with first new single in two years
Nearly 13 years after redefining the surprise album, Beyoncé has done it again, dropping “Morning Dew (Donk)” without warning, launching the countdown to B'DAY's 20th anniversary and reminding the industry why nobody does a surprise release quite like her.
Without a teaser, countdown or cryptic social media campaign, Beyoncé surprised fans on Friday, July 4, with the release of “Morning Dew (Donk)”, her first new song since 2024's Cowboy Carter.
Within minutes, the unexpected drop had transformed an ordinary holiday weekend into a celebration for the BeyHive, writes Music News Blitz’s Zinhle Radebe.
Music news: The mystery is fading - Alan Vuong is finally stepping into the spotlight
We can’t deny it, but there are some artists we want to gatekeep for ourselves.
Not because they don’t deserve the success, but because discovering them before everyone else feels like finding a secret world.
For years, Alan Vuong has existed in an unusual space.
Millions of streams. A devoted online following. Songs quietly circulating through late-night playlists and social media algorithms.
Yet, somehow, very few people knew anything about the artist behind them.
That anonymity, however, is beginning to fade, writes Music News Blitz’s Victoria Bruwer.
Music analysis: The Weeknd’s evolution
Abel Tesfaye, known professionally as The Weeknd, rose to fame in 2011 by uploading anonymous songs online.
Since then, he has become a global superstar.
His music blends R&B with electronic influences, creating a unique sound that redefined modern R&B and made him a major force in the genre.
Music news: Summer Walker's ‘Still Finally Over It’ - R&B star enters her arena era
From topping music charts to winning R&B royalty, Summer Walker is reaching new milestones in 2026 with her arena tour, writes Music News Blitz’s Tabitha Kongo.
Driven by her talent for raw emotional lyrics, Walker has made a massive impact and is now celebrating the biggest moment of her career: the ‘Still Finally Over It’ tour.
Walker is currently headlining her first major arena tour, which began on May 26, and it has marked an incredible milestone that has defined her transition from a streaming sensation to a full arena performer.
The tour follows the release of ‘Finally Over It’, which is the final release of her ‘Over It’ and ‘Still Over It’ album trilogy.
Teyana Taylor’s ‘Escape Room’: A powerful return to R&B
After five years away from music, Teyana Taylor is back with a new project that proves why she remains one of the most creative voices in R&B.
Her new album, Escape Room, is more than just a comeback. It is a statement, writes Music News Blitz’s Lindokuhle Mlombo.
Tyla ignites summer with ‘WWP,’ a four-track party in under 12 minutes
Tyla dropped an anthem when she dropped her EP, WWP (We Wanna Party).
Released Friday, July 25, it arrives as the perfect summer playlist, blending Pop, R&B, Amapiano and Afrobeats.
Why Tyla’s new single ‘IS IT’ has us excited for a whole new era
Tyla’s latest drop, “IS IT”, released on July 11, 2025, isn’t just another summer anthem - it’s a statement.
The South African Grammy winner keeps her signature amapiano-pop fusion alive, but this time, she’s adding new textures and teasing a fresh sonic identity.
This doesn’t feel like a side release - it feels like the start of something.
Halle steps into raw vulnerability with new single ‘Braveface’
Halle Bailey has just dropped her new single, “Braveface,” and it arrives unannounced - stripped-down, emotionally candid, and accompanied by a hauntingly intimate visual.
Over gentle acoustic guitar and minimalist production, Halle dives into her postpartum experience, self-image struggles, and the challenge of maintaining composure under pressure.
Kehlani drops smooth, stripped-back new single ‘Folded’
Kehlani is back with a brand-new solo single titled “Folded”, released on June 11 via Atlantic Records.
Bryson Tiller announces 'Solace & The Vices': A double album signalling a new chapter
Bryson Tiller is preparing to release his first double album, Solace & The Vices, marking a significant evolution in his musical journey.
Following the release of his self-titled album in April 2024, Tiller is set to delve deeper into his artistry with this ambitious project, writes Music News Blitz’s Nicole Powell.
Kehlani poised to launch a bold new era following 'Crash' Tour
Kehlani stands on the cusp of a transformative phase in their career.
Following the conclusion of the expansive 'Crash World Tour', the Oakland-born R&B artist is signalling the dawn of a new creative chapter.
Victoria Monét’s moment: Chart-topping hits, award wins, and building an empire
Victoria Monét isn’t just riding the wave - she’s creating the tsunami.
Tyla returns with sultry new single “Bliss”
Grammy-winning South African star Tyla has returned with the sultry new single “Bliss,” released May 9, 2025.
It’s her first solo single since last year’s chart-topping debut album, TYLA.
The Grand National Tour: New records broken for Kendrick Lamar and SZA
Kendrick Lamar and SZA started their Grand National Tour on April 19, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, following their collaboration on the Super Bowl LIX halftime show and their history of working together to make music.
The kick-off to the tour was an overwhelming success from the first night by breaking the record of the highest-grossing Hip-Hop concert of all time, replacing Eminem’s earlier record in 2019.
It has been reported by Touring Data that the show grossed over $9.1 million with over 47,000 fans who paid an average of $192.70 per ticket, more than the $8.7 million made by Eminem previously.
Brighter, bolder, better: Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ deluxe is everything we needed and more
It’s finally here, and WOW - eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead is everything we needed and more.
Ariana Grande just blessed us with six new tracks and a short film that somehow made this already iconic album even better.
I loved eternal sunshine when it first dropped, but this deluxe version? Absolutely next-level.
Eternal sunshine deluxe: Ariana Grande expands her vision with ‘brighter days ahead
Ariana Grande’s 'eternal sunshine' was never just an album - it was a statement, a deeply personal journey wrapped in shimmering synths and raw emotion.
Now, one year after its release, she’s expanding that world with 'eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead', set to arrive on March 28, 2025.