This year’s Valentines Jam is set for February 7th at The Venue at Thunder Valley (1200 Athens Avenue) in Lincoln, California. The event starts at 7:00 PM and features a lineup of celebrated rhythm-and-blues veterans. This concert is presented by WorldOne and V101.1, Sacramento’s home for classic throwbacks.

The show features four iconic artists: Joe, Mya, Stokley, and Montell Jordan, each bringing their own distinct style and collection of hits to the stage. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, the official ticketing partner for the venue.

The Soul Series Inc. presents R&B Rewind: Love Notes – A Valentine’s Day Love Affair, an elegant evening of classic R&B featuring Carl Thomas, Donell Jones, and Keke Wyatt. Taking place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, the concert brings together three celebrated voices whose timeless hits have defined romance across generations.

The event will be held at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh, North Carolina, located at 2 E. South Street. Designed as a special Valentine’s Day experience, the night invites couples and music lovers alike to enjoy soulful performances in a refined setting. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster, with additional information accessible at thesoulseries.com.

Grammy-nominated artist, producer, and Fugees collaborator John Forté passed away on January 12, 2026, at the age of 50. Widely respected for his creative contributions to the Fugees’ landmark album The Score, Forté was a distinctive voice in hip-hop, blending lyrical depth with classical musical influences.

Beyond his work with the Fugees, Forté built a diverse solo career and remained an influential figure in music, film, and creative advocacy. His passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from artists and fans alike, honoring a life marked by artistic brilliance, resilience, and lasting cultural impact.

An Intimate Valentine’s Day Concert will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana. The event, which is being presented by Yung Fly Entertainment, will be headlined by Grammy-nominated vocalist Kelly Price.

Also on the lineup are Bobby V, Ray J, Sammie, 702, J. Holiday, and Sunshine Anderson. This concert will be held at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium (705 Elvis Presley Avenue). Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.

The Lovers & Friends Concert on the Lawn will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Boca Raton, Florida. This venue, located at 20405 Amphitheater Cir, is well-known for hosting high-quality productions that capitalize on beautiful Florida evenings.

Organized by 2 Extreme Marketing and Promotions, this event features a celebrated lineup of artists including Howard Hewett, Freddie Jackson, and Meli’sa Morgan. Tickets for the concert are currently available for purchase through Eventbrite.

Jill Scott will make a powerful return to music with her long-awaited album “To Whom This May Concern”, scheduled for release on February 13, 2026. This project marks her first full-length studio release in 10 years, following 2015’s “Woman”, and has sparked widespread anticipation across the neo-soul, R&B, and hip-hop communities.

In announcing the album, Scott explained that her creative process doesn’t adhere to traditional timelines, saying she waits to be truly inspired and enjoys receiving fresh beats to shape her work — a philosophy that has made this album worth the decade-long wait. She has hinted that the record will contain a mix of controversial tracks alongside feel-good songs.

Throughout her career, Jill Scott has been known for infusing her music with emotional honesty, poetic storytelling, and themes of love, resilience, and human connection. She has said she put a lot of love into this record, a sentiment that resonates with her long-time fans who have eagerly awaited new material.

Fans and supporters can now pre-save “To Whom This May Concern” using the official link: https://orcd.co/twtmc.