Obi Alfred is bringing old R&B to a new audience and serving as a torchbearer for the genre. Born in New Jersey and bred in Texas, the Nigerian-American’s unique approach pays respect to the titans of the genre while pushing into daring, current terrain. Now, with the most captivating songs of his early career, Obi is establishing himself as one of the most significant emerging talents...

Hannah Grace Kelly, a native of Music City, exemplifies this with her latest single, “Good, Good Woman”. “Good, Good Woman” is a clear statement of the quiet strength found in openness. Kelly, known previously as Francis King, brings a seasoned perspective to her songwriting, crafting a narrative that is both deeply personal and widely relatable. The single serves as a guide for anyone facing self-doubt and...