Alternative R&B
Phoenix, AZ singer-songwriter Alemeda delivers raw emotion in the official music video for “I’m Over It,” a stripped-down visual that follows her wandering through New York City as she processes the end of a close friendship. Set against the city’s restless energy, the video traces a journey from heartbreak to quiet acceptance, underscoring the vulnerability of letting go.
Brymo demands attention with Shaitan: Àródan, a spiritually charged and lyrically rich project that showcases his vocal depth and artistic range. The release fuses two bodies of work—Telekinesis, featuring seven English-language tracks, and Àródan, seven Yoruba songs rooted in culture and introspection. Spellbinding in tone and execution, the EP underscores Brymo’s versatility and impact, climbing to No. 8 on Apple Music Nigeria’s Top Albums chart.
Grammy-nominated producer Bubele Booi debuts as Vumaala with “Show Me,” featuring Issa. Created during isolation, the genre-blending track fuses cinematic orchestration with Afro-house, 3-step, and gqom. The single serves as a vulnerable prayer for clarity, marking a soulful, faith-rooted artistic evolution.
Bruno Mars released his new single “I Just Might” on January 9, along with a playful music video directed by Daniel Ramos and Mars. The party-style clip features multiple versions of Mars performing every role in the band, from singer to DJ, while dancing in synchronized choreography. He dubbed himself the “Aura Lord” on Instagram. The song, centered on a dance-floor romance, is the lead single from his upcoming album The Romantic , due Feb. 27.
Eritrean-American R&B artist Yoni’s new single “Climate,” from DOMSUPNEXT, arrives with quiet confidence, blending West Coast–inspired grooves and alternative R&B emotion. Built on a rich piano melody and a soft yet steady 808 pulse, the track feels both intimate and expansive. Directed by Dominic Bernabe, the accompanying video complements the song’s reflective mood. “Climate” explores the bittersweet reality of loving someone who must leave, choosing appreciation over heaviness. Its calm, modern production allows the emotion to linger, making it ideal for late-night drives and thoughtful R&B playlists.