Lalah Hathaway Releases Intimate Video for “Can’t Let Go”

Grammy Award-winning singer Lalah Hathaway released the official music video for her soulful ballad “Can’t Let Go” on her YouTube channel on October 14, 2026. The song explores the emotional complexities of love and the difficulty of letting go.

Simple yet beautiful, the video captures Hathaway performing the song inside a house, with numerous close-up shots creating an intimate atmosphere that complements the track’s reflective mood.

The video was produced in association with MECCA Filmworks, with T.L. Benton serving as producer, director and director of photography. Stephanie Thom served as creative director, while Trae Mitchell was associate producer and assistant director. Additional cinematography was provided by Mitchell and Mike Adeyeye.

Mýa Brings ’90s House Party Vibes in “Saturday Night” Official Music Video

R&B singer Mýa released the official music video for her song “Saturday Night” on October 9, 2026, via her YouTube channel, delivering a nostalgic visual inspired by the carefree energy of ’90s house parties.

The video follows Mýa as she searches her closet for the perfect outfit for the night. When her girlfriends arrive to help, the preparations lead to an unexpected twist: the gathering takes place at her own home, where a growing crowd turns the evening into a full-fledged house party. Throughout the video, Mýa performs the song against the backdrop of the lively celebration, capturing the fun, fashion and social atmosphere associated with the era.

Directed by City James, the production features Viva as producer, Basewood as the production company, and Derek Brown as creative director. Editing was handled by Derek Brown and Kevin Genkitsai, with Courtney Goffney and Mika Kay Watanabe appearing as supporting actors.

R&B Royalty Heads to South Africa for Three-Night Mini Tour

Three of R&B’s best-loved acts, Brian McKnight, All-4-One and SWV, are heading to South Africa for a short run of live shows later this month, and demand is already high.

The tour opens on the 28th of October 2026 at the Grand Arena, GrandWest, in Cape Town. That show is already sold out. The action then moves to Gauteng for two nights at the Sunbet Arena, Time Square, in Pretoria, on the 30th and 31st of October. Organisers report that the 30th show is 90% sold out and the 31st show is 60% sold out, so seats are going quickly.

The line-up pairs three acts with long careers. Brian McKnight is known for smooth, romantic ballads such as “Back at One”. All-4-One made its name with harmony-driven slow jams including “I Swear”. SWV, the female trio behind the hit “Weak”, brings the sound of 90s R&B. Together they offer a night of nostalgia for fans who grew up on these songs and for newer listeners discovering the catalogue.

Tickets are available through Webtickets, including at Pick n Pay stores.

Global Events Production Brings the R&B Music Experience to Raleigh for a Holiday Edition

Global Events Production will present the R&B Music Experience: Raleigh Holiday Edition on Friday, November 27, 2026, at Lenovo Center. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the show beginning at 7 p.m.

Headlining the night is Trey Songz, who will be celebrating 16 years of his album Passion, Pain & Pleasure. He will be joined on the bill by fellow R&B standouts Tank and Mario. The lineup also includes Mya, the group Silk, and H-Town, rounding out a program that spans multiple eras of R&B.

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and at globaleventsproduction.com. True to the organizer’s motto, “It’s Not a Concert, It’s an Experience,” the Raleigh Holiday Edition aims to offer more than a standard concert night.

Rock The Bells Festival 2026 – Full Lineup

Rock The Bells Festival returns on November 29, 2026 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Billed under the tagline “The Culture. Home for the Holidays,” the one-day event features some of the most influential names in the genre.

Headlining the evening is LL Cool J, who will perform with Z-Trip and Technician the DJ. The bill is stacked with celebrated acts, including Lil’ Kim, Kool G Rap, Kwamé, Method Man & Redman, Onyx, Papoose, Raekwon & Ghostface Killah, Roxanne Shanté, Shyne, the Sugarhill Gang and the Furious Five, SWV, and Treach of Naughty by Nature. Together, the roster spans the full arc of hip-hop’s history, from its earliest block-party roots to the East Coast sound that defined the 1990s.

The programming also includes a special Club Quarantine set by D-Nice, featuring David Banner, Letoya Luckett, The LOX, and Rapsody. The set draws on the virtual dance parties that became a cultural touchstone of the pandemic era, now brought to a live arena stage. Torae will serve as host for the night.

The festival carries the motto “Respect the Beginnings. We Do It for the Culture,” underscoring its mission to honor hip-hop’s pioneers while connecting them with new audiences. Further details and ticket information are available at rockthebellsfestival.com.

Hip-Hop Legend Rakim Confirmed for Back-to-Back Shows at City Winery Atlanta This October

Hip-hop legend Rakim is set to take the stage at City Winery Atlanta on October 30 and 31, delivering four live performances across two nights. Fans will have the opportunity to experience the iconic rapper live, with shows scheduled for 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. each evening.

Known for his influential contributions to hip-hop and his celebrated lyrical style, Rakim remains one of the genre’s most respected figures.

City Winery Atlanta is located at 650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, Georgia. Tickets and additional event information are available through the official City Winery Atlanta website.

Santander Arena to Host Method Man & Redman, The LOX, Lloyd Banks and State Property on Oct. 23

Method Man & Redman, one of hip-hop’s most celebrated duos, will headline a stacked bill at Santander Arena (700 Penn Street in downtown Reading) on Friday, October 23.

Joining the headliners are The LOX, the Yonkers trio known for their gritty lyricism, and Lloyd Banks, a standout voice of East Coast rap. State Property, the Philadelphia-bred collective, rounds out the lineup, adding hometown-adjacent energy for Pennsylvania audiences.

The show brings together artists from several eras and regions of hip-hop on a single stage, making it an appealing night for longtime fans and newer listeners alike. Method Man and Redman, whose chemistry has made them a fixture in the genre for decades, are expected to anchor the evening.

The event is presented in association with The Rosendale Group, and tickets are available through Ticketmaster.