Top artists
Most active in neo soul
Beyoncé
#1 · 14 stories
Olivia Dean
#2 · 12 stories
Alicia Keys
#3 · 4 stories
Ravyn Lenae
#4 · 4 stories
Arlo Parks
#5 · 3 stories
Joy Crookes
#6 · 3 stories
Robert Glasper
#7 · 3 stories
SZA
#8 · 3 stories
Charlie Puth
#9 · 2 stories
Childish Gambino
#10 · 2 stories
Erykah Badu
#11 · 2 stories
John Legend
#12 · 2 stories
News
15 years ago, Adele won a huge year in pop
Lauryn Hill Says Rohan Marley ‘Never Cheated’ on Her
3 articles May 20
Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade: Director’s Cut’ to Screen at Australia’s National Museum
Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods Settle Lawsuit Over Unpaid Sports Bar Wages
Nate Bargatze "Big Dumb Eyes" Tour Outpacing Beyoncé Ticket Sales
2 articles May 19
2 articles May 18
3 articles May 20
Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods Settle Lawsuit Over Unpaid Sports Bar Wages
15 years ago, Adele won a huge year in pop
Lauryn Hill Says Rohan Marley ‘Never Cheated’ on Her
Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade: Director’s Cut’ to Screen at Australia’s National Museum
Nate Bargatze "Big Dumb Eyes" Tour Outpacing Beyoncé Ticket Sales
2 articles May 19
2 articles May 18
Overview
The neo soul scene continues to gain momentum with John Legend set to portray Harry Belafonte in a film centered on Paul Simon's 'Graceland,' while artists like SZA, Olivia Dean, and RAYE are recognized in the 2026 Mercury Prize shortlist. Meanwhile, major industry developments include Universal Music Group reporting strong Q2 revenue and Beyoncé's brand initiative with LVMH highlighting the growing influence of Black-owned ventures in music and fashion.
Seen in 209 outlets, tracked since September 2010
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