Alternative R&B

By Status Ain't Hood Staff July 18, 2025
Annahstasia drops a music video for “Be Kind,” the opening track of critically-acclaimed debut studio album, Tether. The soulful clip, directed by P. Carter, stars the Los Angeles–based singer-songwriter alongside artist Brighton Alfred.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff July 3, 2025
Rising Mumbai-based artist Joshua Singh’s drops a new 5-track EP called Bheegein, where he mixes his signature blend of Hindi pop and alternative influences. Known for his work with Sonu Nigam and indie band Spud In The Box, Singh brings emotional depth and sonic richness to each track. For example, the standout cut "Love Letter" features layered vocals and immersive production while also showcasing Singh’s musical craftsmanship and heartfelt lyricism.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff July 3, 2025
French DJ/producer David Guetta, international producer A7S, and Wizkid join forces on the vibrant summer anthem “Lighter.” Blending their signature styles, the track delivers energetic, feel-good vibes just in time for the season. This standout collaboration highlights each artist’s talent, resulting in a refreshingly unique and unforgettable summer hit.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff June 30, 2025
Rising R&B-pop artist Annie Tracy made her mark at the 2023 Strength Of A Woman Festival and now returns with her debut EP Scared of Heights via Warner Records. Blending cheeky confidence with raw vulnerability, the project explores real love and emotional depth. The standout track “Accessory” turns a romantic connection into a playful fashion metaphor, while “Catching Feelings” features Leon Thomas and captures the highs, lows, and uncertainty of falling in love through Tracy’s lush vocals and emotive storytelling.
By Status Aint Hood Staff June 25, 2025
Rising R&B artist Autumn Paige follows up her acclaimed debut EP with Down The Rabbit Hole (Acoustic), a stripped-back release now available on all digital platforms. Featuring acoustic renditions of fan favorites like “Topless” and “Baggage,” the EP highlights Autumn’s standout vocals over bright guitar arrangements by Josh Goode and Emile Ghantos. The project also adds new depth to her genre-blending sound and growing discography. Autumn will celebrate the release with a live acoustic performance at NORMA in West Hollywood on June 25, joined by The Voice finalist and American Idol alum Renzo for the venue’s “Serenade” series.