Welcome back to the soulful world of R&B! As we roll through another week, the genre continues to evolve with fresh sounds and unforgettable melodies.
From chart-topping hits to rising stars making their mark, this week’s releases are full of smooth vibes and heartfelt lyrics. Whether you’re vibing to a sultry slow jam or a bouncy anthem, there’s something for everyone. Let’s dive into the hottest new tracks that are going to dominate your playlists and shape the future of R&B.
This Fresh Finds Fridays column features releases from Alex Isley, Ciara, Melanie Fiona, SiR, Jai Len, GiGi, Jazlyn Martin, Gene Noble, Kameron Corvet, and Brandy Haze.
Whew! This week’s drops are doing exactly what R&B is supposed to—make us feel something. Add these to your playlists, turn the lights low, and let the vibes take over.
Whether you’re healing, vibing, or just trying to feel seen, there’s something here for you.
Which one are you spinning first? Let’s keep the conversation going in the comments.
Alex Isley: “Ms. Goody Two Shoes”
Fan favorite Alex Isley is back with a gem—“Ms. Goody Two Shoes,” a soulful arrangement wrapped in bliss.
Don’t let the title fool you; this isn’t a tale of innocence. There’s something mischievous beneath the surface, a subtle rebellion behind the sweetness. The track glides over buttery vocals and rich instrumentation, luring you in with every note.
Lyrically, it feels like a confession wrapped in silk. Isley lets us peek into a more complex side of her persona—one that’s breaking free from the labels people place on her.
Speaking exclusively to ThisIsRnB about her upcoming EP “When”, Alex shares:
Ciara: “Ecstasy”
Ciara’s latest single “Ecstasy” is exactly what the title promises—pure, sensual energy. With a sultry tempo and signature breathy vocals, Ciara delivers a fantasy-fueled vibe that belongs at the top of every “get in the mood” playlist.
She sings, “my body comes alive when you get close to me…”—and you feel that. Every lyric is soaked in intimacy and confidence. Ciara doesn’t just perform; she embodies the music, crafting sonic experiences that fuse vulnerability and power.
Whether it’s a club night or a candle-lit moment, “Ecstasy” is a vibe.
Melanie Fiona ft.LaRussell: “Make Me Feel”
Melanie Fiona returns with “Make Me Feel”, a soul-stirring duet featuring poetic bars from LaRussell. Her signature voice—raw, rich, and heart-first—takes center stage once again.
Her vocals are smoother then ever bfore. and coupled with lyrics that are open and honest. Fiona taps connecting tight with the listener.
Known for hits like “It Kills Me” and “4AM”, Fiona brings that same emotional depth to this new chapter. The song is an intimate expression of connection, chemistry, and vulnerability. It’s R&B with meaning. A journal entry in musical form.
SiR ft.Maeta:”Out Of My Hands”
SiR teams up with Maeta on the hertbreakingly beautiful “Out Of My Hands”, a track aobut love lost and the quiet hope of reconciliation.
SiR’s introspective verses admit past mistakes with a rawness that cuts deep, while Maeta’s silky vocals bring emotional balance and grace. The two are soulfully in sync, confessing, regretting, and still—maybe—hoping.
It’s a love story we’ve all lived: wanting to fix it, knowing you may not, but still willing to try. This is classic R&B storytelling at its finest.
Oh—and don’t sleep on SiR’s deluxe album “Heavy.” Get into it.
Jai’ Len Josey : “New Girl”
Broadway breakout and R&B rising star Jai’Len Josey is giving us all the feels with her new single “New Girl”. The track blends a buoyant, retro groove with her honeyed vocals and flirtatious charm.
It’s giving old-school energy with a fresh twist—UK garage meets underground NYC meets soulful storytelling.
Jai’Len explains: “New Girl is about tat cute feeling you get when you first star talking to someone. It’s like, ” I saw you. You saw me. What’s the next move?”
The result? A confident, catchy bop that makes you want to dance, flirt, and live in your main character moment. Keep you ear out for more from Ja’Len Josey.
GiGi: “Waves Of It” (EP)
GiGi’s five-track EP Waves of It is a dreamy, emotional journey through love, longing, and reflection. At 15 minutes, it’s a slow-burn experience that pairs nostalgic vibes with fresh artistry.
From piano intros to acoustic guitars, this project is pure “sit back and vibe” music.
Speaking on the EP, GiGi tells ThisIsRnB exclusively, “Waves Of It ” is a journey through the raw, unfiltered emotions of love… the exhilarating highs, the crushing lows, and all the moments in between that shape us. I wanted to create something that feels real, something that allows listeners to sit with their emotions, whether it’s the rush of new love, the turbulence of conflict, or the quiet reflection that comes with growth. Love, like the ocean, is unpredictable; it can be calm and beautiful one moment, then intense and overwhelming the next. This EP is about embracing the ebb and flow, finding strength in vulnerability, and ultimately, learning to ride the waves instead of resisting them.”
Standouts include:
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“Diamond Dancing” – smooth and sultry
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“Fumbled” – soft regret wrapped in melody
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“My Muse” – a guitar-led stunner and our personal fave. GiGi’s angelic vocals light up this track like a sunrise, every word delivered with passion and truth.
This is an EP for those who still believe in the power of love—and the power of a good slow jam.
Jazlyn Martin: “Easy”
From the very first beat of “Easy,” Jazlyn Martin lets you know this is going to be something different. Her opening note? A long, high-pitched, soul-stretching glide that draws the word “easy” out like a spell. It’s haunting, it’s powerful—and it instantly pulls you into her world.
Jazlyn’s vocals are commanding yet hypnotic. There’s a tug in her tone, an emotional gravity that’s impossible to ignore. She holds the listener with vocal control that feels both raw and refined, never overdone but always intense. It’s the kind of performance that makes you pause whatever you’re doing just to feel.
A standout for its sonic simplicity and emotional complexity, “Easy” is anything but background music—it demands your attention.
Gene Noble: “Ready For Love”
Gene Noble’s “Ready For Love” is a heartfelt confession wrapped in a melancholic melody. He lays it all out—his readiness, his fears, and his need for something real.
Every note he sings feels like a truth, every lyric like a late-night thought whispered into the dark. It’s stripped down, emotional, and beautifully sincere.
Noble doesn’t just sing about love—he feels it, and you will too.
Kameron Corvet: “I Will”
Kameron Corvet delivers heartbreak with poetic finesse in his latest single “I Will.” It’s a soul-searching reflection on the pain of letting go, delivered with a gentle ache in every lyric.
You can hear the sorrow in his voice—his phrasing, his pauses, the way he emphasizes each word like it hurts to say it. “I Will” isn’t just a song about moving on; it’s about not wanting to, about holding on to love even when you know it’s slipping away.
Corvet’s understated production allows his vocals to carry the full emotional weight. The result is a minimalist masterpiece that lets heartbreak speak loud and clear. If you’ve ever loved and lost, this one hits home.
Brandy Haze: “Apartment”
Rising R&B/Soul songstress Brandy Haze returns with “Apartment”—a dreamy, introspective track that blends bedroom pop and neo-soul into something soft, soulful, and stunning.
Written by Haze and produced by Grammy-winner Najeeb Jones (Godchild), “Apartment” feels like stepping into someone’s quiet Sunday morning. It’s about independence, self-reflection, and the cozy power of solitude—finding peace in your own space without needing anyone else to define it.
Brandy’s smooth, velvet-toned vocals float over warm production, her words painting a picture of someone completely comfortable in their own skin. “Apartment is a celebration of the little things-silence, freedom, self-awareness. It’s a reminder that there’s strength in simply being still” says Haze.
Following her 2024 release SIMPLE, this track marks the next evolution in Brandy Haze’s journey—an artist leaning into vulnerability, depth, and authentic storytelling. If you’re looking for a song to soundtrack your quiet moments of reflection, “Apartment” is it.
