Album Releases by Genre
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"Awaken, My Love!"
by Childish Gambino
December 2, 2016
The third full-length release for the hip hop artist/actor Donald Glover features influences of funk and soul music.
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Starboy
by The Weeknd
November 25, 2016
The third full-length studio release for the Canadian artist features guest appearances from Daft Punk, Lana Del Rey, Future, and Kendrick Lamar.
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24K Magic
by Bruno Mars
November 18, 2016
The third full-length release for the R&B singer-songwriter was produced by Shampoo Press & Curl.
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Redemption
by Dawn Richard
November 18, 2016
The conclusion of the ex-Danity Kane member's Heart trilogy features a guest appearance from PJ Morton.
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Double Take
by Frankie Miller
November 11, 2016
Unreleased songs from demo tapes of the British singer-songwriter who suffered a brain hemorrhage in 1994 were mixed with new recordings of such artists as Kim Carnes, Paul Carrack, Hotei Tomoyasu, Elton John, Kid Rock, Huey Lewis, Willie Nelson, John Parr, Rod Stewart, Bonnie Tyler, and Joe Walsh.
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Nightride [Mixtape]
by Tinashe
November 4, 2016
The R&B singer released a 15-track mixtape project as she worked on completing her highly anticipated (and much-delayed) sophomore album, Joyride.
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Here
by Alicia Keys
November 4, 2016
The sixth full-length studio release for the R&B singer features a guest appearance from A$AP Rocky as well as contributions from Roy Ayers, Mark Batson, Emeli Sandé, Swizz Beatz, and Pharrell Williams.
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Live at the Whisky a Go Go: The Complete Recordings
by Otis Redding
October 28, 2016
The six-disc collection features the complete recordings from the soul artist's three concerts at the Los Angeles club in April 1966.
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The Olympians
by The Olympians
October 28, 2016
Toby Pazner was inspired by dreams he had during the a trip to Greece and recruited members from such musicians as The Arcs, Charles Bradley, Budos Band, The Dap-Kings, El Michels Affair, Lee Fields, and Menahan Street Band for this instrumental soul album.
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The Musical Mojo of Dr. John: Celebrating Mac & His Music [Live]
by Dr. John
October 21, 2016
The two-disc recording of the New Orleans pianist's May 2014 concert at New Orleans' Saenger Theatre features performances by such artists as Ryan Bingham, John Fogerty, Warren Hayes, Jason Isbell, the Neville Brothers, Bruce Springsteen, Mavis Staples, Irma Thomas, Allen Toussaint, and Widespread Panic.
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Yes Lawd!
by NxWorries
October 21, 2016
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between Anderson .Paak and Knxwledge features two tracks from their 2015 EP.
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Building a Beginning
by Jamie Lidell
October 14, 2016
The first solo release on the British soul singer's own label was produced by Justin Stanley and Ben Ash.
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Human Energy
by Machinedrum
September 30, 2016
The latest full-length solo release for Travis Stewart as Machinedrum features guest appearances from Tosin Abasi, Jesse Boykins III, D?WN, Kevin Hussein, Rochelle Jordan, MeLo-X, and Ruckazoid.
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A Seat at the Table
by Solange
September 30, 2016
The third full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Nia Andrews, BJ The Chicago Kid, The Dream, Kelela, Lil Wayne, Q-Tip, Kelly Rowland, Sampha and
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Campaign [Mixtape]
by Ty Dolla $ign
September 23, 2016
The 16-track mixtape from the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from 24hrs, Big TC, Future, Wiz Khalifa, Migos, Meek Mill, Travis Scott, and Trey Songz.
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Hard II Love
by Usher
September 16, 2016
The eighth full-length studio release for the R&B singer/actor features guest appearances from Future, Rubén Blades, and Young Thug.
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ArtScience
by Robert Glasper Experiment
September 16, 2016
Written and produced together for the first time, the latest release for the group that features influences of jazz, R&B, hip-hop and pop was recorded in New Orleans.
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Bodywash
by Mndsgn
September 16, 2016
This is the second full-length release for Los Angeles-based producer Ringgo Ancheta under the name MNDSGN.
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Sea of Noise
by St. Paul & the Broken Bones
September 9, 2016
The second full-length release for the Alabama soul group led by Paul Janeway was produced by Paul Butler.
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A Moment of Madness
by Izzy Bizu
September 2, 2016
The debut full-length release for the London-based R&B singer features a guest appearance from HONNE.
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PartyNextDoor 3
by PartyNextDoor
August 12, 2016
The second full-length studio release for the Canadian R&B artist features a guest appearance from Drake.
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For All We Know
by nao
July 29, 2016
The debut full-length release for the London singer-songwriter features influences R&B and electronic music.
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Warm on a Cold Night
by HONNE
July 22, 2016
The debut full-length release for the London-based duo of Andy Clutterbuck and James Hatch features a guest appearance from Izzy Bizu.
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Late Nights: Europe [Mixtape]
by Jeremih
July 20, 2016
The mixtape recorded over two weeks features guest appearances from such artists as The Game, Ty Dolla $ign, and Wiz Khalifa.
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Apache
by Aaron Neville
July 15, 2016
The latest solo release for the multiple Grammy award-winner was produced by Eric Krasno.
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Love & Hate
by Michael Kiwanuka
July 15, 2016
The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was produced by Danger Mouse.
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blackSUMMERS'night (2016)
by Maxwell
July 1, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the R&B singer is his first in seven years and was co-produced with Hod David.
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My Way Home
by Eli "Paperboy" Reed
June 10, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the R&B/soul singer was recorded over four days and features influences of more gospel and blues than his previous album.
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Daydream
by Empty Houses
June 10, 2016
The full-length debut for the Detroit trio of Ali Shea, Dave Mackinder and Adam Mercer was produced by Graham Marsh.
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The Last Days of Oakland
by Fantastic Negrito
June 3, 2016
The debut full-length solo release for blues artist Xavier Dphrepaulezz as Fantastic Negrito reflects on issues such as racism and gentrification in his hometown.
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This Is Where I Live
by William Bell
June 3, 2016
The first release in 10 years for the soul artist was produced by John Leventhal.
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Black Terry Cat
by Xenia Rubinos
June 3, 2016
The second full-length release for the Brooklyn-based artist was produced by Marco Buccelli.
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I Wanna Go Back to Detroit City
by Andre Williams
June 3, 2016
The latest release from the R&B artist was inspired by Detroit and features contributions from such artists as Dennis Coffey, Dan Kroha, Matthew Smith, and Jim White.
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Everything's Beautiful
by Robert Glasper
May 27, 2016
Robert Glasper took master takes and outtakes of Miles Davis' work and produced new songs with vocals from Erykah Badu, Bilal, Hiatus Kaiyote, Illa J, Ledisi, KING, Laura Mvula, John Scofield, and Stevie Wonder.
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DJ-Kicks
by Dâm-Funk
May 27, 2016
The latest release in !K7's DJ-Kicks series was compiled by Dâm-Funk (aka Damon Riddick).
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The Other Side of the River
by Terry Reid
May 20, 2016
Terry Reid's 1973 album River was recorded twice: once with British producer Eddy Offord and then with Tom Dowd. This release features five alternate takes and six unreleased songs from those recording sessions.
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The Heart Speaks in Whispers
by Corinne Bailey Rae
May 13, 2016
The third full-length release for the British soul singer-songwriter is her first in six years and was co-produced with her second husband, Steve Brown.
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VIEWS
by Drake
April 29, 2016
Originally titled Views From The 6, the fourth full-length studio release for the Canadian rapper features guest appearances from Kyla, Pimp C, Popcaan, and Wizkid.
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Sept 5th
by dvsn
April 29, 2016
The debut full-length release for the duo of producer Paul Jefferies (aka Nineteen85) and Daniel Daley features contributions from Adam Feeney, Majid Al Maskati of Majid Jordan, Stephen Kozmeniuk, and Noah '40' Shebib.
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Lemonade
by Beyoncé
April 23, 2016
The sixth solo studio album for the singer premiered as an hour-long HBO special before streaming on Tidal. A physical release is set for May 6.
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Man About Town
by Mayer Hawthorne
April 8, 2016
This is the fourth full-length solo studio release for the Grammy-nominated soul singer-songwriter.
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A Cure for Loneliness
by Peter Wolf
April 8, 2016
The eighth solo release for J. Geils Band lead singer features four songs co-written with Grammy/Academy Award-winning songwriter Will Jennings.
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Ology
by Gallant
April 6, 2016
The debut full-length release for alternative R&B singer Christopher Gallant features a guest appearance from Jhené Aiko.
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Changes
by Charles Bradley
April 1, 2016
The third full-length release for the soul singer discovered by Daptone founder Gabriel Roth features a cover of Black Sabbath's track.
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Tropix
by Céu
March 25, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Brazilian pop singer-songwriter was co-produced with Naçao Zumbi's Pupillo and Hervé Salters.
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More Issues Than Vogue
by K. Michelle
March 25, 2016
The third full-length release for the reality star of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta./K. Michelle: My Life features guest appearances from Jason Derulo, g Trina and Yo Gotti.
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Mind of Mine
by ZAYN
March 25, 2016
The debut solo full-length release for the former One Direction singer features production from Levi Lennox and Malay.
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Crucial [EP]
by Starchild & the New Romantic
March 18, 2016
The debut EP from Bryndon Cook's alternative R&B project was self-recorded.
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Charlene
by Tweet
February 26, 2016
The third full-length release for the R&B singer features a guest appearance from Missy Elliott.
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In My Mind
by BJ the Chicago Kid
February 19, 2016
The major label full-length debut release for R&B singer Bryan James Sledge features guest appearances from such artsts as Big K.R.I.T., Buddy, Chance the Rapper, and Kendrick Lamar.
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Livin' on a High Note
by Mavis Staples
February 19, 2016
Produced by M Ward, the latest release from the R&B/soul singer features songs written for her by such artists as Aloe Blacc, Benjamin Booker, Neko Case, Nick Cave, Ben Harper, tUnE-yArds, and Justin Vernon.
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Hiperasia
by El Guincho
February 12, 2016
The third full-length release for the Spanish producer Pablo Diaz-Reixa was inspired by the Hiperasia chain of Chinese bazaars in Madrid.
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Majid Jordan
by Majid Jordan
February 5, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Canadian duo of Majid Al Maskati and producer Jordan Ullman features a guest appearance by Drake.
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Begin
by Lion Babe
February 5, 2016
The debut full-length release for the New York neo-soul duo of Lucas Goodman and Jillian Hervey features guest appearances from Childish Gambino and Pharrell Williams.
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Hold On!
by The James Hunter Six
February 5, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the R&B/soul singer and his band was recorded live with producer Gabriel Roth.
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We Are King
by King
February 5, 2016
This is the debut full-length release for the electro-soul trio of Anita Bias, and sisters Paris and Amber Strother.
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Something About April II
by Adrian Younge
January 22, 2016
The sequel to 2011's Something About April features guest appearances from Bilal, Karolina, Raphael Saadiq, and Stereolab's Laetitia Sadier.
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Malibu
by Anderson .Paak
January 15, 2016
The second full-length release for the California rapper/singer-songwriter features guest appearances from BJ the Chicago Kid, The Free Nationals, The Game, Rapsody, Schoolboy Q, and the Timon Family Choir.
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Wildfire
by Rachel Platten
January 1, 2016
The debut full-length release for the pop singer-songwriter features a guest appearance from Andy Grammer.
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Royalty
by Chris Brown
December 18, 2015
Named after the R&B artist's daughter, the seventh full-length studio release feature guest appearances from Future (on the deluxe edition), Tayla Parx, and Solo Lucci.
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The Buffet
by R. Kelly
December 11, 2015
The 13th full-length studio release for the R&B artist features guest appearances from his 17-year-old daughter Ariirayé, Jhené Aiko, Jeremih, Juicy J, Lil Wayne, Tinashe, and Ty Dolla $ign.
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Return of the Tender Lover
by Babyface
December 4, 2015
The tenth full-length studio release for the R&B singer-songwriter features guest appearances from After 7 and El DeBarge.
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Late Nights: The Album
by Jeremih
December 4, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the Chicago R&B artist features guest appearances from Jhené Aiko, Big Sean, J. Cole, Future, Juicy J, Migos, Twista, Ty Dolla $ign, and YG.
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Aquaria
by Boots
November 13, 2015
The debut full-length release for the artist best known for his producing work on FKA Twigs' M3LL155X and Beyoncé's self-titled albums, features a guest appearance from Angel Deradoorian.
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Heart Blanche
by Cee Lo Green
November 13, 2015
The first full-length solo release of original songs from the Atlanta artist in five years features a tribute to the late Robin Williams.
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Know It All
by Alessia Cara
November 13, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Canadian R&B-pop singer-songwriter features all five tracks from her Four Pink Walls EP.
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Cool Uncle
by Cool Uncle
November 6, 2015
The debut collaboration between Bobby Caldwell and producer Jack Splash features guest appearances from such artists as Cee Lo Green, Mayer Hawthorne, Jessie Ware, and Deniece Williams.
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Making Time
by Jamie Woon
November 6, 2015
The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was co-produced with Lexx and features contributions from Robin Hannibal, Willy Mason, and Royce Wood Jr.
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It's a Holiday Soul Party
by Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings
October 30, 2015
The holiday album from the R&B/soul singer and her band features both standards and original songs.
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Animal Nature
by Escort
October 30, 2015
This is the second full-length studio release for the New York neo-disco/funk band founded by producers Eugene Cho and Dan Balis.
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Pretend
by Seinabo Sey
October 23, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Swedish pop artist was produced by Magnus Lidehäll.
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Son Little
by Son Little
October 16, 2015
This is the debut full-length release for Philadelphia producer Aaron Livingston who has worked with The Roots and Mavis Staples.
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All We Need
by Raury
October 16, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Atlanta-based artist features guest appearances from Big K.R.I.T. and Tom Morello.
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Revolve
by John Newman
October 16, 2015
The second full-length release for the British singer features guest appearances from Idris Elba and Charlie Wilson with production from Greg Kurstin and Jack Splash.
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Hallucinogen [EP]
by Kelela
October 9, 2015
The journey of a relationship from its beginning to the break-up is the concept in the six-track EP from the Los Angeles-based alternative R&B artist.
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Oh My Goodness
by Donnie Fritts
October 9, 2015
The fourth solo release for the songwriter and keyboardist was produced by Alabama Shakes’ Ben Tanner and Civil Wars' John Paul White.
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Unbreakable
by Janet Jackson
October 2, 2015
The first studio release in seven years for the R&B/pop singer features guest appearances from Missy Elliott and J. Cole.
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Age of Transparency
by Autre Ne Veut
October 2, 2015
The third full-length release for Arthur Ashin as Autre Ne Veut is the second part of a planned trilogy of albums.
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Introducing Darlene Love
by Darlene Love
September 18, 2015
The latest solo release for the veteran pop singer was produced by Steven Van Zandt and features original songs written by Elvis Costello, Bruce Springsteen, and Van Zandt.
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Love + War
by Kwabs
September 11, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British R&B singer Kwabena Sarkodee Adjepong features production from SOHN and Dave Okumu.
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Invite the Light
by Dâm-Funk
September 4, 2015
The second full-length release for Damon Riddick features guest appearances from such artists as Computer Jay, Flea, Junie Morrison, Nite Jewel, Q-Tip, Snoop Dogg, Novena Carmel, and Jody Watley.
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Freedom & Surrender
by Lizz Wright
September 4, 2015
Produced by Larry Klein, the fifth full-length release for the Georrgia singer features a duet with Gregory Porter and contributions from such artists as David Batteau, Jesse Harris, Larry Klein, and JD Souther.
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Beauty Behind the Madness
by The Weeknd
August 28, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the Canadian artist features guest appearances from Lana Del Rey, Labrinth, and Ed Sheeran.
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Four Pink Walls [EP]
by Alessia Cara
August 28, 2015
The Canadian singer-songwriter worked with Andrew "Pop" Wansel and Warren "Oak" Felder on her debut five-track EP.
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Right Here Right Now
by Jordin Sparks
August 21, 2015
The third studio release for the pop singer features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, B.o.B, Elijah Blake, and Shaggy.
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The RCA Victor and T-Neck Album Masters: 1959-1983 [Box Set]
by The Isley Brothers
August 21, 2015
The box set includes 21 remastered versions of the R&B/soul/funk group's 21 albums from the RCA Victor and T-Neck labels as well as the previously unreleased Wild In Woodstock: The Isley Brothers Live At Bearsville Studios.
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Ivywild
by Night Beds
August 7, 2015
The second full-length release for the music project of Winston Yellen features influences from R&B and electronic pop.
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Dornik
by Dornik
August 7, 2015
The debut full-length release for the British pop/R&B singer was produced by Pop Wansel.
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Water for Your Soul
by Joss Stone
July 31, 2015
The seventh full-length studio release for the British singer-songwriter features influences from hip hop and reggae.
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Woman
by Jill Scott
July 24, 2015
The fifth full-length studio release for the R&B/soul singer features production from 9th Wonder, David Banner, and Andre "Dre" Harris.
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Live at the Fillmore East: October 4th & 5th, 1968 [Box Set]
by Sly & the Family Stone
July 17, 2015
Originally shelved after "Everyday People" became a megahit, the complete recordings of the two-night concerts at Fillmore East are finally released as a four-disc box set.
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Into the Deep
by Galactic
July 17, 2015
The eighth full-length studio release for the New Orleans jazz-funk-jam group features guest appearances from Brushy One String, Macy Gray, JJ Grey, Maggie Koerner, Ryan Montbleau, David Shaw of the Revivalists, Mavis Staples, and Charm Taylor.
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Nina Revisited: A Tribute to Nina Simone
by Various Artists
July 10, 2015
The tribute album to the High Priestess of Soul was co-executive produced by Lauryn Hill and Robert Glasper with artist such as Mary J. Blige, Common, Lalah Hathaway, Gregory Porter, Lisa Simone, Alice Smith, Jazmine Sullivan, and Usher covering her standards.
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In Another Life
by Bilal
June 30, 2015
Produced by Adrian Younge, the fifth full-length studio release for the R&B/soul artist features guest appearances from Big K.R.I.T., Kimbra, and Kendrick Lamar.
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Wildheart
by Miguel
June 29, 2015
The third full-length release for the Los Angeles R&B singer-songwriter features guest appearances from Lenny Kravitz and Kurupt.
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Ego Death
by The Internet
June 29, 2015
The third release for the Los Angeles jazz/R&B/soul project begun by Syd tha Kyd and Matt Martians features guest appearances from James Fauntleroy, Kaytranada, Steve Lacey, Vic Mensa, Janelle Monae, and Tyler, the Creator.
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The Beyond/Where the Giants Roam [EP]
by Thundercat
June 23, 2015
The six-track release from the Los Angeles-based artist Stephen Bruner features contributions from Herbie Hancock and Kamasi Washington.
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Coming Home
by Leon Bridges
June 23, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Texas soul singer was recorded live to tape with White Denim's Josh Block and Austin Jenkins.
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Love Life
by Tamia
June 9, 2015
The sixth release for the Canadian R&B singer is her first for the Def Jam label.
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Everything Is 4
by Jason Derulo
June 2, 2015
The fourth studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Jennifer Lopez, Matoma, Julia Michaels, K. Michelle, Meghan Trainor, Keith Urban, and Stevie Wonder.
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![Nightride [Mixtape]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/1/c79722186b93051478bfd5cf953c616b-98.jpg)



![The Musical Mojo of Dr. John: Celebrating Mac & His Music [Live]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/0/1bdf1ab88fff83fba592feb85ded0d2b-98.jpg)




![Campaign [Mixtape]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/6/60f5a02e24792bc5d6b4b800b23054d7-98.jpg)








![Late Nights: Europe [Mixtape]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/7/e41fed86888682871d1ba715123cc8a8-98.jpg)























![Crucial [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/9/11b6f32814cfdf777eb094a87858fe66-98.jpg)


























![Hallucinogen [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/9/e3a83001a7fb8e88171f0f20289e3481-98.jpg)








![Four Pink Walls [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/7/ed444608d014f8bb89e1f8b86c2546ab-98.jpg)

![The RCA Victor and T-Neck Album Masters: 1959-1983 [Box Set]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/4/27bbf6d9cee9665c286fdc83070298a2-98.jpg)




![Live at the Fillmore East: October 4th & 5th, 1968 [Box Set]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/9/6d6b356164c9f437438fd1ecdfc96bf7-98.jpg)





![The Beyond/Where the Giants Roam [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/6/898b0f01eb8f076db0dcab0e763eb291-98.jpg)


