While many people prefer to listen to slow jams to get them through the colder months, we're still bringing plenty of heat to our R&B Season playlist updates this spring. One of our recent favourites comes from Miguel, who shared his first new solo single in some time earlier this week. Called "Give It To Me," the fully-expected sultry song boasts hypnotic production that only compliments the 37-year-old's silky smooth voice. It remains unclear if he has plans to share more with fans later this year, though we'll certainly remain hopeful.
Another noteworthy release comes from Halle Bailey's work on The Little Mermaid soundtrack. Disney and the Atlanta native are both gearing up for the film's release next month. Despite the backlash they've received for casting Ariel as a Black woman, the vocalist seems to be completely unbothered and is instead leaning into excitement. "Part of Your World," one of the movie's most recognizable tracks arrived on DSPs (and our R&B Season playlist) within the past few days, showcasing Bailey's beautiful vocals. She's obviously best known for singing alongside her sister, Chlöe, but this proves that Halle is more than capable of holding her own.
HNHH R&B Season Playlist
R&B legend Smokey Robinson came through with a sultry new album on Friday (April 28), called Gasms. The nine-track effort is featureless and finds the 83-year-old doing what he does best – setting a sensual mood for listeners with his iconic voice and musical sensibilities. We've picked the titular track as our favourite, though he previously shared "If We Don't Have Each Other" and "How You Make Me Feel" as singles.
Our final pick is another solo effort, this one from Baby Rose's Through and Through album. It's called "Water," and appears on the tracklist alongside efforts like "I Won't Tell" with Smino" and "Go." Stream this weekend's round-up, exclusively on Spotify below. Afterward, tell us which artist had your favourite new arrival in the comments. For more HNHH release recommendations, check out our Fire Emoji playlist with heat from Jack Harlow, Lola Brooke, and more here.