Alternative r&b releases, week 43

This week in alternative R&B, major collaborations and solo returns mark a dynamic shift in the genre’s landscape. Anderson .Paak and Cordae unveil their joint project 'Heavy Is The Crown,' while Ecco2k releases his first solo track in five years, 'Aldehydes and Ketones.' New albums from Snoh Aalegra, RAYE, and Mahalia, alongside reflections from Tinashe and Ravyn Lenae, highlight both artistic reinvention and ongoing industry conversations around AI, cultural influence, and creative autonomy.

1. 01

   Anderson .Paak, Cordae, Vicky R, La Fève

   Anderson .Paak and Cordae announce joint album 'Heavy Is The Crown'

   Oct 25 · 4 outlets

2. 02

   Yung Lean, Romain Gavras, GENER8ION

   Romain Gavras speaks out on AI copies of Yung Lean's 'Storm' video

   Oct 21 · 4 outlets

3. 03

   Ecco2K

   Ecco2k releases first solo song in five years, 'Aldehydes and Ketones'

   Oct 23 · 3 outlets

4. 04

   Snoh Aalegra, Nile Rodgers, Raphael Saadiq

   Snoh Aalegra announces new album 'Legendary Love'

   Oct 22 · 3 outlets

5. 05

   Ella Langley, Shaboozey, Noah Kahan, Drake

   Caleb Williams shares 'Madden NFL 27' playlist featuring Drake, Ella Langley, Shaboozey, Noah Kahan

   Oct 23 · 2 outlets

6. 06

   Tinashe, KEY

   Tinashe & Key Detail Behind-the-Scenes of 'Popstar' Collaboration

   Oct 22 · 2 outlets

7. 07

   Sassy 009, Jam City, Karma Kid

   Sassy 009 Releases 'Dreamer+' Deluxe LP

   Oct 21 · 2 outlets

8. 08

   RAYE

   RAYE announces new music project 'THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE'

   Oct 19 · 1 outlet

9. 09

   Kelela, Navy Blue, Nothing

   Fashion Is the Future of Technology: How V of BTS, Navy Blue, Kelela and Nothing Are Bridging Tech and Culture — ‘Find Joy in the Little Things’

   Oct 23 · 1 outlet

10. 10

    Tems

    Tems’ ‘What You Need’ Logs 30th Week on Billboard Hot 100, Setting a New African Record

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

11. 11

    Mahalia

    Mahalia Returns With ‘the 5 stages of heartbreak’

    Oct 23 · 1 outlet

12. 12

    Drake

    Drake and Better World Fragrance House Are Releasing ‘DOSAYDO’, a New Cowboy-Inspired Perfume

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

13. 13

    SZA

    SZA Launches First of Two Product Drops With Vans Since Becoming the Brand’s First-Ever Artistic Director

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

14. 14

    Billie Eilish

    Quatrième album de Billie Eilish : ce qui laisse penser qu’il arrive

    Oct 22 · 1 outlet

15. 15

    Ravyn Lenae

    Ravyn Lenae Re-Emerges to Talk ‘Blue Island’ Fallout, Tour Postponement & Grammys: ‘I Care If People Understand Me’

    Oct 21 · 1 outlet

16. 16

    Jacques Greene, Sølv

    Jacques Greene – Waiting (ft. Sølv)

    Oct 21 · 1 outlet

17. 17

    Tinashe

    Tinashe Talks About Her ‘Popstar’ Album Receiving Critical Claim & What Makes It Different | Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026

    Oct 19 · 1 outlet

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