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Bryson Tiller, Ari Lennox & Jorja Smith Bless This Week’s “R&B Season” Playlist

It’s been a solid few weeks in the world of R&B but this week, in particular, was very solid. Of course, that would only reflect this week’s update of our R&B Season playlist on Spotify who here’s the rundown:

Just weeks after releasing the deluxe edition of his 2015 TRAPSOUL, Bryson Tiller delivered his highly anticipated third studio album that wasn’t called SerenityAnniversary arrived on Friday, holding several notable cuts that have received praise already. The long-awaited collaboration with Drake, “Outta Time” surely didn’t disappoint.

Speaking of Drake, Giveon, who truly stole the spotlight on “Chicago Freestyle,” came through with a quick four-track EP titled, When It’s All Said And Done. The Snoh Aalegra-assisted, “Last Time” and “Stuck On You,” previously released as a single, claim spots on this week’s R&B Season playlist update.

Dreamville’s First Lady Ari Lennox graced us with her latest single, “Chocolate Pomegranate.” Debuting the single during a live performance on Genius a few weeks back, Ari dropped off the soulful and sensual single onto DSPs earlier this week. 

Fans have been waiting on Jorja Smith’s sophomore album and it feels like we’re getting closer to seeing a release date with each single. Following July’s “By Any Means,” Jorja Smith came through with the dancehall-infused “Come Over” ft. the Unruly Boss, Popcaan. 

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François Marius and Bérénice creates a tender acoustic pop confession with “Billie Jean”

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François Marius’ latest release, “Billie Jean (Acoustic Version),” cuts to the quick and lets raw emotion take over. What you get, ultimately, is a personal pop experience that feels closer to a secret than to either a spoken-word show or a performance. The initial soft strum of an acoustic guitar creates a mood that is soft, sweet, and quietly interesting. It’s a full-throated, backbones-out piece, and every note is screaming its potential. It’s simple but riveting, and it proves that sometimes less is more.

François Marius and Bérénice’s voices sound right together, their voicings intermingle so naturally that they seem accidental or spontaneous, harmonies that emerge from nowhere. The way they speak to one another is very, I mean, they really love each other. That even makes the track seem like a conversation about feelings.

The two artists are clearly close. Romance and Eros are not just ideas, and they inhabit every note that lingers and every minuscule shift in tonality. The harmonies soar effortlessly over the acoustic foundation, a blend of sweetness and strength. It’s a sign of strength and also of a willingness to be hurt.

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“Billie Jean (Acoustic Version)” is stripped of any fancy production or theatrical effects, it wins you over with its frankness and forthrightness. Sandy François Marius’s impersonation is fresh and real, endowed with depth and softness thanks to Bérénice’s presence, which definitely makes everything more perfect. This acoustic performance serves as a stark reminder of the elements that do connect people: the singer, his guitar, and a story from the heart.

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RoHaNa and Morpheus von Dobenhausen paint love in shadows and light “WHEN A BOY LOVES A WOMEN”

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RoHaNa feat. Morpheus von Dobenhausen, in this new release, “When a Boy Loves a Woman,” This track, recorded in winter, has a hint of gothic style that blends emotional restraint with atmospheric elegance. The track is all about RoHaNa’s emotional singing, which fits perfectly with the carefully crafted production. Her voice shows desire, weakness, and dedication without being too loud, letting each note ring out. The result is a sound that affects people on a personal and universal level. There is a sense of innocence that permeates, capturing the delicate nature of love in its purest form.

Morpheus von Dobenhausen is a guest singer who deepens the track’s emotional journey. Their voices work together to make a conversation of feelings that is both clear and mysterious. The song doesn’t go too fast, so the listener can feel the mood and atmosphere as they go through its subtle changes.

“When a Boy Loves a Woman” is unique because it strikes the perfect balance between modern pop and gothic restraint. The result is a soundscape that is both creepy and easy to listen to. It is a moving story about love and devotion, told with grace and quiet strength.

With this first release, RoHaNa confidently joins the scene, thanks to XanadumusiX’s never-ending creative drive, even when things get hard in the winter. This release not only introduces a new artist with significant potential but also showcases a bold artistic direction in which emotion, atmosphere, and story come together to make a lasting impression.

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