Mariah The Scientist Goes Into the Lab For This Week's Music Vibes
By co-curating The Playlist, this hot new artist selects contagious bops that are good for your DNA.
These R&B Artists Will Entangle You With Summer Vibes
This week's The Playlist features Sinéad Harnett, Jarreau Vandal and Tiwa Savage.
You're Cordially Invited To Listen To A Special Dinner Party Playlist
Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper, Kamasi Washington and 9th Wonder join ESSENCE for a dinner party-inspired playlist not to miss
Here's Your Juneteeth Playlist To Celebrate Black Joy
Add these songs by Ric Wilson, Victoria Monét and Anderson .Paak to your cel-liberation playlist while you enjoy being Black and beautiful.
Georgia Anne Muldrow, Nubya Garcia and Hugh Masekela Share Jazzy Melodies In a Time of Chaos
Songs such as "March On" and "This Walk" speak peace to the war that's going on outside.
Soul Controllers: 10 Women DJs You Should Know and Groove To
These are some impressive spin doctors whose prescribed mixes should be in your daily rotation.
Chloe x Halle, Yebba and Jacob Collier Offer Danceable Grooves In Time For Summer
The PLAYLIST also co-stars Chelsie Denise and Anthony Hamilton and is only for the summertime partygoers.
Love Lockdown: Mahalia on Being Quarantined, Releasing 'Isolation Tapes' and Rediscovering Herself
The "What You Did" singer offers advice on dealing with the pandemic while sharing crazy song ideas that didn't make it onto her new project.
Shabazz Palaces Shows Gratitude, Rose Gold Stays True and KEM Asks For Your Love
Ishmael Butler premieres an ode to the women in his life, while Emmavie and Gregory Porter offer messages of hope and love in this week's edition of The Playlist.
Dallas Austin Aims to "Change the Narrative" with Rowdy Records Relaunch
The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee looks to tackle challenges and break boundaries with the relaunch of his hitmaking record label.
Drake's 'Dark Lane Demo Tapes' Release Is A Prelude To A New Album
The 6ix god delivers a fan-service effort full of previously released songs that clear the way for a new album due out this summer.
Kerby Jean-Raymond & Wale Envision a Black World in "Sue Me" Music Video
The Pyer Moss founder makes his directorial debut in this thought-provoking, race-reversal video starring Wale and actor Lucas Hedges.
9th Wonder & Anthony Hamilton Gather "Under One Roof" to Raise Funds for COVID-19 Relief
Tonight two sons of North Carolina will join Fantasia, The Hamiltones and more to support those affected by the coronavirus crisis.
EXCLUSIVE: Jidenna Realigns Chakras With New Single 'Feng Shui'
Learn the message behind Jidenna's liberating new bop before "Insecure's" next episode.
India Shawn Dazzles, Brittany Howard Gets Funky and 21 Savage Shares a Secret
The Playlist returns with a premiere by India Shawn, a new bop from Maségo, feel good classics from "One World: Together At Home" and more.
Meet Tayarisha Poe: A First-Time Filmmaker with a DIY Approach
The Black female writer-director behind "Selah and The Spades" shares a never-before-told story about the production, why Lovie Simone has that “It” factor, and how Rihanna inspired the film’s visual style.
Skip Marley Adds Wale for "Slow Down" Remix with H.E.R.
The multi-platinum artist from the DMV joins Skip Marley and H.E.R. for this drippingly sultry groove.
Meet Heather Chelan, Khadijah Lopez and Giveon: R&B’s Rising, Unsung Talent
This week’s Playlist entry also features new music from Toni Braxton, Usher, Black Eyed Peas and more.
Everything You Need to Know About Young T & Bugsey
The British rap duo behind “Don’t Rush” are more than just the popular TikTok viral challenge.