Grammy-winning R&B singer Lucky Daye gave fans an early look at his latest musical chapter Oct. 14 during an intimate evening at the Grammy Museum‘s Ray Charles Rooftop Terrace. The special event, part of the museum’s The Drop series, celebrated his fourth studio album, ALOUD!, just two days before its Oct. 16 release through Warner Records and Lucky Daye Inc.
Ten years after releasing one of the most celebrated albums of his career, ScHoolboy Q returned home Friday night for a special performance at the Hollywood Palladium, celebrating the 10th anniversary of his critically acclaimed Blank Face LP. The evening brought together longtime fans for a nostalgic look at an important chapter in Q’s career while showcasing just how impressive his catalog has become over the years.
Seattle R&B singer Jaymin is continuing to carve out his own lane with STATIC, an 11-track project that blends contemporary R&B with the gospel roots and wide-ranging musical influences that have shaped him.
Isaiah Rashad brought Lil’ Sunny’s Awful Road Trip to YouTube Theater on Tuesday night for a special Los Angeles-area stop celebrating the 10th anniversary of The Sun’s Tirade.
From paying homage to R&B legends to sharing the stage with some of the genre’s most celebrated voices, Kehlani delivered a night that showcased just how far her artistry has evolved. The two-time Grammy Award winner brought The Kehlani World Tour to Intuit Dome on Thursday, treating fans to an impressive display of vocals, choreography, nostalgia and heartfelt moments in what I consider one of the best live performances I’ve witnessed in recent years, regardless of genre.
Some awards recognize what an artist accomplished during a particular year. Others recognize what they have meant to the culture over the course of a lifetime. Wednesday night at the Fairmont Century Plaza, the 2026 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards managed to do both.
This past weekend, that presence was especially strong on Fairfax Avenue, where Complex LA hosted the PROLIFIC pop-up in celebration of the new posthumous collaborative album from Nipsey and longtime collaborator Bino Rideaux.
Summer Walker‘s Still Finally Over It Tour made its highly anticipated Los Angeles stop at Crypto.com Arena on June 25, delivering nearly two hours of vulnerability, nostalgia, and unforgettable surprises.
Blue Note Los Angeles set the stage for an intimate late-night performance on April 24, as Jozzy took over the room for her 9:30 p.m. set.
Ari Lennox brought her Vacancy Tour to YouTube Theater, where a live band anchored the production and a fully engaged crowd met a performance that felt both elevated and deeply personal, reflecting the growth she has embraced in this new era.