Despite the recurring conversations about the death of R&B on social media, the genre is alive and well. Within the last year and change, Kehlani, Syd, Leon Bridges, Brent Faiyaz, Giveon, Snoh Aalegra and several others dropped new projects. Adding to the talented collection of artists pushing the genre forward, Muni Long, Alex Vaughn and Steve Lacy also added to the landscape of R&B. To top it all off, legends like Mary J. Blige and Babyface were out and active from January through December.
Putting a stamp on an incredible year in R&B, the Recording Academy has put together a competitive field of nominees for “R&B Album of the Year” honors at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards. Veterans like Chris Brown, Mary J. Blige, PJ Morton and Robert Glasper lead the pack as Lucky Daye makes his way into the field as one of the newer acts. At the end of the day, Robert Glasper was able to secure the coveted golden trophy.
Robert Glasper may not be a household name to those outside of the hardcore fans, but his music is known around the world. Throughout the years, he has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, The Roots, Jill Scott, Lupe Fiasco, Erykah Badu and many others. His latest project, Black Radio III, featured India.Arie, Q-Tip, Big K.R.I.T and many more.
Robert Glasper is not done just yet. He is also nominated in the “Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical” category.
Congrats Best R&B Album winner – 'Black Radio III' @robertglasper #GRAMMYs
? WATCH NOW https://t.co/PMy5r3LaPU pic.twitter.com/e1WTZOEkBw— Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@RecordingAcad) February 5, 2023
