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THEY., Ariana Grande & H.E.R. Hold Down This Week’s “R&B Season” Playlist
As we do each week, we round up some of the best new drops in the world of R&B for our weekly R&B Season Playlist on Spotify. Now that we’re deep into October, and inching closer and closer towards the end of the year, artists aren’t allowing the pandemic to hold them off any longer from releasing new music.
This week, we received a brand new project from THEY. who have been steadily teasing new music throughout the year. The Amanda Tape, specifically, is a body of work that fans have been longing for. It arrived in its entirety with appearances from Tinashe, Juicy J, and Wale. Still, one of the many highlights of the project is the intro, “The Moment.” The trap-esque production by Dante Jones is met by the smooth vocals of Drew Love for an infectious R&B banger to kick off the project.
H.E.R. also slid through with some new heat this week. Bringing a familiar sense of soul by sampling “Making Love in the Rain” by Herb Alpert, Lisa Keith and Janet Jackson, H.E.R.’s “Damage” is a warm record filled with passion and soul.
Meanwhile, we’re also anticipating a new album from Ariana Grande soon. Though often regarded as a pop singer, she’s been getting deeper in her R&B bag over the past few years. This week’s release of “positions,” the title track of her upcoming project, is a promising look into what she has up her sleeve on her forthcoming project.
Check out our R&B Season playlist update below.
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Kieran James Honors Memory with “Part of the Grind”
Singer-songwriter Kieran James delivers a devastating new single with “Part of the Grind,” a track to tackle the tangled emotions behind loss and memory. A love letter penned to a close friend who faced severe cognitive decline, the song’s emotional heft feels universal yet heartbreakingly personal.
Set to delicate instrumentation and achingly sung vocals, “Part of the Grind” is both a lament and an honoring, a means of remembering while addressing the unavoidable cost of time and illness. His voice floats, leaving room for silence and the long pauses that so often come with grief. But in that silence, there is warmth as well, a refusal to let memory be totally extinguished.
Resilience is also implied in the song’s title, a reminder that even in heartbreak, life goes on and holding the memory of someone stays with the rhythm of everyday living. it’s an anthem for anyone who has ever looked on witnessing decline, mixed sorrow with love.
In Kieran James’s “Part of the Grind,” we hear music as well as go behind it. He gives us room feel, to mourn, and to honor. In the process, he turns private pain into something achingly universal, a song for everyone who has either loved or lost.
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Esthy glows up with joy on new anthem “light it up”
In her latest song, “light it up,” singer-songwriter and producer Esthy from LA brings a vibrant and uplifting vibe that feels like sunshine in musical form. By mixing elements of playful country with polished pop sounds, she creates a track that’s all about having fun and enjoying life.
Esthy’s singing truly shines, showcasing a lively and confident style. There’s a playful tone in her voice that makes the lyrics feel friendly and inviting, encouraging you to set aside your worries and immerse yourself in the moment.
“light it up” radiates energy and is lively and bright, featuring catchy guitar riffs and upbeat rhythms that draw you in right away. If you enjoy artists like Anne-Marie or OneRepublic, you’ll love this song, and Esthy adds her unique flair, making it special and memorable.
Esthy has a talent for creating catchy melodies, and with this one, you’ll find yourself humming throughout your day. Esthy is here to spread joy, inspire energy, and make music that connects with you instantly. This track is designed to remind you of your true unstoppable nature, and Esthy lights it up.
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