The New Orleans ensemble bring the sounds of Mardi Gras and Carnivale to its latest album of funk.

The first release in the US since 1983 from Mitch Ryder, the singer best known for the song Devil With a Blue Dress On, was produced by Don Was.

The debut full-length album for the British R&B singer who graduated from the same infamous Brit School as Adele and Amy Winehouse was produced with Will Bevan (aka Burial) and Royce Wood, Jr.

The debut disc for the duo of Odd Future DJ Syd tha Kid and Matt Martians incorporates jazz, hip-hop, and R&B.

The Austin singer-songwriter releases an album of gospel, folk, R&B, and rock covers, featuring The Blind Boys of Alabama, William Bell, Ike Stubblefield, and members of the Funky Meters as guests.

Seal's second collection of classic soul covers was coproduced by David Foster and Trevor Horn.

This is the third of the Balloon Trilogy mixtapes offered for free via download by Canadian artist, Abel Tesfaye.

The fourth release for the soul singer features production from Babyface, James Poyser, Kelvin Wooten, and Salaam Remi.

The final album from Amy Winehouse was compiled by producer Salaam Remi from demos, covers, and, outtakes recorded from 2002 to March 2011

The latest album for the rapper includes guest appearances by Lil Wayne, Pitbull, Lily Allen, Wiz Khalifa, Chris Brown, and Ne-Yo.

The fifth studio album for the R&B singer features Lil Wayne as a guest and production by Pro-J.

Lady Gaga's 2011 album is remixed by artists such as Metronomy, Wild Beasts, Two Door Cinema Club, Goldfrapp, the Horrors, Foster The People, The Weeknd, and Twin Shadow.

Cirque du Soleil's soundtrack to its 2011 production features songs and interview snippets produced by Kevin Antunes.

The Barbados-born singer's sixth studio album features guest appearances by Calvin Harris and Jay-Z.

Nas, Busta Rhymes, Drake, Rick Ross, Beyonce, and Diddy are some of the guests on the R&B singer's sequel to her 1994 album, My Life.

The winner on the first season of The Voice releases his first album on Universal Republic, which features guest appearances from Adam Levine and Natasha Bedingfield.

Backed by the Roots, Betty Wright releases her first studio album in ten years. It features Lil Wayne, Joss Stone, and Snoop Dogg as guests.

The second studio album for the hip-hop artist features guest appearances from Andre 3000, Birdman, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Nicki Manah, Rick Ross, Rihanna, and The Weeknd.

The ninth album for the singer was produced by Joe Henry and features appearances by Chris Connelly and Benji Hughes.

Coproduced with Josh Sklair and her sons, Danto and Sametto, The Dreamer is said to be Etta James' final album as she retires to take care of her health.

The second album for the teenage pop singer is a Christmas album with guest appearances by The Band Perry, Boyz II Men, Busta Rhymes, Mariah Carey, and Usher.

The latest album for the funk and soul group collects songs from b-sides, exclusives, and bonus tracks.

This is a remastered collection of West African soul music from El Rego originally released in the 1960s-1970s.

The first album on new major label Universal Republic for the Los Angeles-based soul singer includes a guest appearance by Snoop Dogg.

Soul singer Aaron Livingston and hip-hop producer RJD2 team up to release their debut album together as Icebird.

Joe is the second member of the Jonas Brothers to go solo, and his debut features a more urban sound.

The second album for the R&B singer features production from such producers as RedOne, J.R. Rotem, The Fliptones, and The Outerlimits.

The latest album for the rapper who also is a member of Little Brother and The Foreign Exchange features guest appearances by 9th Wonder, Big K.R.I.T., Evidence, Elzhi, and Pharoahe Monch.

The singer-songwriter and producer releases his first studio album since his 2008 album Popular was shelved by Blue Note.

The trio, who worked on the tours of Lauryn Hill, Alicia Keys, and 50 Cent, releases its debut album.

The second album for the New Orleans jazz artist who not only plays the trombone, trumpet, piano, and drums, but also sings features such guests as Jeff Beck, Warren Haynes, Kid Rock, Lenny Kravitz, and Ledisi.

The UK singer's debut album is an eclectic mix of electronic pop, dubstep and R&B.

The soulful singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist releases her sophomore album.

The second of a trilogy of mixtapes from Canadian artist The Weeknd was produced by Doc McKinney and Illangelo.

The comeback album for the funk legend features guest appearances by Jeff Beck, Bootsy Collins, Ray Manzarek, and Ann Wilson.

The debut album for the supergroup consisting of Man Man's Ryan Kattner, Islands' Nicholas Thorburn, and the Shins' Joe Plummer is influenced by doo-wop music.

The guitarist best known for working with Booker T & the M.G.'s releases a tribute album to the R&B band The 5 Royales.

The UK singer-songwriter releases her fifth studio album of soulful songs, produced by Dave Stewart.

The former Destiny's Child singer puts out her third solo effort.

The fifth album for the jazz drummer features such guests as Dianne Reeves, Sheila E, Esperanza Spaulding, and Cassandra Wilson.

King of Hearts -- Lloyd's fourth album -- is his first release with Polow da Don's Interscope-affiliated Zone 4 label.

The aptly titled fourth studio album from the pop songstress has both dance-floor-ready jams and down-tempo tunes that are a bit tamer than those in the last album.

The Philadelphia native releases her fourth studio album of soulful pop and R&B.

The dance pop duo are back with their sophomore album of party anthems.

The Miami rapper's new album consists of club bangers and features collaborations with Marc Anthony and Ne-Yo.

The legendary three-time Grammy winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer returns with a solid soul and funk album, featuring guest appearances by Sharon Jones and Lou Reed.

The soul singer continues his 1960's-inspired music with a fourth album, blending vintage R&B sounds and smooth soul-pop.

This fourth studio album from the hip-hop artist is his first offering after a four-year silence. Of Volcanic Sunlight, Williams said, "On this album, I wanted to put words that didn't get in the way of the music. Before, I always let the words dominate." It was produced by Renaud Letang.

The legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, funk bassist, singer, and songwriter returns with his first new album in five years.

Known primarily as a rapper, Ben Drew releases his soul singer concept album, exploring different sounds and an alter ego.

This compilation collects some of the earliest recordings for the blues singer while she was with Modern Records.

Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis return to work together on this Ray Charles tribute with Norah Jones recorded in February 2009 at the Rose Theater.

The singer known for being constantly steeped in controversy turns the spotlight back on music with up-tempo R&B on his latest 13-track release, cowriting the majority of the record and incorporating a synth-pop sound.

The Oscar-winning actress and Grammy-winning singer Jennifer Hudson returns with her sophomore studio album.

The final album for the soul singer who passed away in October 2010 features a collaboration with Dutch artist De Dijk.

The mixtape by Canadian artist Abel Tesfaye was released as a free download.

The retro-soul rock quartet, featuring an eight-piece horn section, offers up a funky blend of R&B and blues reminiscent of early J. Geils Band, James Brown, and Otis Redding.

Remixed by Jamie XX, R&B and hip hop samples are added to Gil Scott-Heron's 2010 album I'm New Here, creating this latest release.

The British singer’s sophomore album is full of soul and pop rhythms, comparable to Amy Winehouse and Duffy.

The mixtape was released as a free download on Frank Ocean's Tumblr.

The album produced by Thomas Brenneck is the debut album for the 62-year-old singer Charles Bradley, who was discovered singing at the Tarheel Lounge.

Tony Cook was discovered by James Brown and became his drummer in 1976. This collection of unreleased and rare releases from his side projects was recorded between 1982-1986.

With such guests as Rick Ross and Chris Brown featured on her album, the R&B songstress's sophomore album contains both club hits and seductive ballads.

Featuring acclaimed producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, along with guest singers and rappers, Keyshia Cole's latest release offers a mix of down-tempo R&B melodies and upbeat tracks.

The fourth album from the stand-up comedian, actor, and singer features club bangers and his recognizable brand of R&B. It also guest stars Justin Timberlake, Ludacris, Soulja Boy, and others.

The long-awaited fourth album by model, actress, and R&B superstar Ciara features Ludacris and Usher, balancing back and forth between club beats and slow ballads.

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Taking his sound back to Motown, the R&B hit maker tones down his controversial image, releasing classic love songs inspired by '50s and '60s slow jams.

The funky and soul-filled Welsh singer's second album blends soft ballads with upbeat pop tracks, revealing a range of influences from the retro 1960's to modern day disco sounds.

The album following The E.N.D., The Beginning is the sixth studio album from the hip-hop, dance-pop quartet.

The Philadelphia-born R&B singer/songwriter who has written songs for such artists as Christina Milian, Monica, and Jennifer Hudson, releases her second solo album.

The lead singer from the group DeBarge returns for his first solo album in over more than 16 years.

Ne-Yo's latest effort takes on the influence of themes and character archetypes found in sci-fi fantasies and comic books and structures them around a musical plot to create a daring concept album.

The eight-track companion released as an EP is part of the deluxe reissue of Ke$ha's debut album, Animal, and includes remixes and outtakes.

After making an explosive debut appearing on other artist's songs, rapper Nicki Minaj finally releases her debut of electro-infused, bold, and hook-heavy hip-hop.

The Barbadian pop star's fifth album is boasted as her rebirth, showcasing her vocal and lyrical range as a versatile artist. It carries more than just club-ready cuts and includes collaborations with Nicki Minaj and Eminem.

Bringing back his blend of Motown and neo-soul to pop music, Cee-Lo returns with his third solo album featuring his viral hit, "F*** You".

Quincy Jones returns to rerecord songs he has either written or produced with a variety of guest singers, including Amy Winehouse, Akon, Snoop Dogg, T-Pain, Ludacris, Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige, Talib Kweli, John Legend, Tevin Campbell, Robin Thicke, LL Cool J, Usher, Tyrese, BeBe Winans, and Barry White.

The second Christmas album for the pop singer includes four new songs and a rerecording of her 1994 Christmas song "All I Want for Christmas is You."

The debut album for Tom Krell, a singer from Germany, includes tracks that were previously released on EPs.

The third full-length album for the duo of Phonte and Niolay features Darien Brockington, Jesse Boykins III, Median, Chantae Cann, and YahZarah as guests artists.

The second full-length album for the California-born singer E. Nathaniel Dawkins goes for retro R&B and soul style.

Frankie Rose, who previously was in several up-and-coming indie rock bands, such as Vivian Girls, Dum Dum Girls, and Crystal Stilts, returns with the debut album for her own band.