Estelle feat. Channel Tres - "Stay Alta"

"Stay Alta" featuring rapper/singer Channel Tres is from Estelle's newly released sixth studio album “Stay Alta”.The single explores the power of self-reflection and rising above the noise.

Angelo LeRoi, a Chicago-based singer-songwriter and producer, has released eLRoi, a self-produced five-track EP blending blues, soul, R&B, and gospel. Rich in personality and emotion, the project showcases his versatility and intimate songwriting. Highlights include the lush opener “IF YOU KNEW” and the hypnotic “ANOTHER MAN,” featuring atmospheric guitars and soulful vocals throughout the collection.

For this Throwback Thursday, we’re celebrating Anita Baker’s timeless 1988 hit “Giving You the Best That I Got.” A masterclass in soulful vulnerability, the song soared to the top of the R&B charts and became one of Baker’s signature tracks. With its smooth production, jazzy instrumentation, and her flawless vocals, the single remains a powerful declaration of love and devotion. The accompanying music video, filmed at the historic 109th Field Artillery Armory in Pennsylvania, adds a layer of intimacy and strength to the already iconic song. Decades later, “Giving You the Best That I Got” still resonates with heartfelt grace.

Nigerian pop star Kizz Daniel has released Lemon Chase, a 7-track EP via FlyBoy INC/EMPIRE, serving as a lead-up to his highly anticipated album Uncle K. The project blends emotional honesty with sweet, sour, and soulful themes. Featuring artists like Angélique Kidjo, Johnny Drille, and Bella Shmurda, the EP showcases Kizz Daniel’s growth as a vulnerable storyteller.

Singer and actress Teyana Taylor is back with her first single in five years. In the video for "Long Time" LaKeith Stanfield plays her husband while Aaron Pierre portrays an apparent detective. Taylor's upcoming album Escape Room, the follow-up to 2020’s The Album, is said to be an ambitious audio-visual project in the vein of Beyoncé’s Lemonade, and it seems to be about her divorce from former NBA player Iman Shumpert and the ensuing healing process.

“Overdose” by Kenyan singer-songwriter Nadia Mukami featuring fellow Kenyan singer Bensoul is a sultry Afro-pop anthem that captures the thrilling high of love. Blending Swahili and Luganda, the duo delivers a poetic, soulful exchange of devotion. With its hypnotic chorus “Overdosezi,” the track pulses with emotion, turning romantic passion into a powerful, musical addiction you’ll want on repeat. Check out the video here.