Album Releases by Genre
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3.15.20
by Childish Gambino
March 22, 2020
The surprise release for Donald Glover features guest appearances from 21 Savage, Ariana Grande, and SZA.
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X
by Chris Brown
September 16, 2014
The sixth full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Jhené Aiko, Akon, Brandy, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne R. Kelly, Rick Ross, Trey Songz, Tyga, and Usher.
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403.
Destiny Fulfilled
by Destiny's Child
November 16, 2004
Despite her burgeoning solo career, Beyonce Knowles has rejoined bandmates Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams for the first Destiny's Child album in 3 years.
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404.
Glassheart
by Leona Lewis
October 15, 2012
The third studio release for the British singer features writing and production by such artists as Rodney Jerkins, Naughty Boy, Emeli Sandé, Fraser T. Smith, and Ryan Tedder.
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405.
In My Mind
by Pharrell Williams
July 25, 2006
One-half of the superstar production duo The Neptunes, Pharrell steps into the limelight with this long-delayed solo debut, which mixes both rap and R&B and includes collaborations Kanye West, Gwen Stefani, and Jay-Z.
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406.
Turn It Up
by Pixie Lott
September 14, 2009
The debut album for the British singer/actress has already spawned a number one single in the UK.
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407.
Back Of My Mind
by H.E.R.
June 18, 2021
The debut full-length studio release for the California R&B artist features guest appearances from Chris Brown, Cordae, Lil Baby, DJ Khaled, Thundercat, Bryson Tiller, Ty Dolla $ign, Y.G., and Yung Bleu.
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408.
TP.3 Reloaded
by R. Kelly
July 5, 2005
A thematic departure from his 2004 double album, TP.3 includes appearances from Snoop Dogg, The Game, Twista and Nivea.
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409.
Majid Jordan
by Majid Jordan
February 5, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Canadian duo of Majid Al Maskati and producer Jordan Ullman features a guest appearance by Drake.
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410.
In My Mind
by BJ the Chicago Kid
February 19, 2016
The major label full-length debut release for R&B singer Bryan James Sledge features guest appearances from such artsts as Big K.R.I.T., Buddy, Chance the Rapper, and Kendrick Lamar.
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411.
Wake Up!
by The Roots
September 21, 2010
Backed by The Roots, John Legend delivers his fourth studio album of soul-conscious classics and original material.
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412.
Stronger With Each Tear
by Mary J. Blige
December 21, 2009
The latest album for the R&B singer features guest performers Drake, T.I., and Trey Songz as well as a song from the film "Precious."
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![The Beyond/Where the Giants Roam [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/6/898b0f01eb8f076db0dcab0e763eb291-98.jpg)
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413.
The Beyond/Where the Giants Roam [EP]
by Thundercat
June 23, 2015
The six-track release from the Los Angeles-based artist Stephen Bruner features contributions from Herbie Hancock and Kamasi Washington.
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414.
Cookie: The Anthropological Mix Tape
by Me'Shell Ndegéocello
June 4, 2002
The fifth album (and first in three years) for the bassist/singer features 16 new tracks (including a bonus remix of "Pocketbook" by Missy Elliot and Rockwilder) in an eclectic mix of styles.
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415.
The Way I See It
by Raphael Saadiq
September 16, 2008
The fourth album for the R&B singer features artists such as Joss Stone, Stevie Wonder, and Jay-Z.
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416.
Happy People / U Saved Me
by R. Kelly
August 24, 2004
The R&B singer's latest is a double album, confining the two sides of his personality to separate discs: the radio- and club-friendly 'Happy People' is backed by the religious-themed 'U Saved Me.'
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417.
Learning From Falling
by Lamya
July 30, 2002
Who is Lamya? Born in Africa, educated in England, and later residing in the U.S., she is a classically-trained opera singer who embarked on a pop career, first serving as lead vocalist for Soul II Soul and later as a backup singer for Duran Duran and David Bowie. For this solo debut, she wrote, produced, and composed each of the 12 tracks.
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418.
Ya-Ka-May
by Galactic
February 9, 2010
Heavily influenced by hip-hop, rock, blues, funk, and jazz, the New Orleans "Bounce" quintet Galactic enlists vocal legends for its sixth studio effort. These include Rebirth Brass Band and Irma Thomas, as well as such up-and-coming Bounce artists as Cheeky Blakk, Big Freedia, and Sissy Nobby.
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419.
Grown & Sexy
by Babyface
July 26, 2005
The R&B singer's first album in four years was produced by Gregg Pagani (LeAnn Rimes, Will Smith).
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420.
Wait Til I Get Over
by Durand Jones
May 5, 2023
The debut full-length solo release from Durand Jones is about his hometown of Hillaryville, Louisiana and features a guest appearance by Skypp.
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421.
Things Have Changed
by Bettye LaVette
March 30, 2018
The soul singer's reinterpretations of Bob Dylan songs was produced by Steve Jordan and feature guest appearances from Keith Richards and Trombone Shorty.
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422.
Soul Power
by Curtis Harding
May 6, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Atlanta-based singer was self-produced.
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423.
ilp.
by Kwes.
October 15, 2013
The debut full-length release for the British producer/singer includes elements of R&B, pop and electronic music.
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424.
Everything's Beautiful
by Robert Glasper
May 27, 2016
Robert Glasper took master takes and outtakes of Miles Davis' work and produced new songs with vocals from Erykah Badu, Bilal, Hiatus Kaiyote, Illa J, Ledisi, KING, Laura Mvula, John Scofield, and Stevie Wonder.
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425.
Neon
by Jay Sean
July 30, 2013
The fourth full-length release from the British R&B singer features guest appearances from Ace Hood, Busta Rhymes, and Rick Ross.
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426.
To Dust
by Alice Russell
April 30, 2013
The first solo release for the British soul singer since 2008's Pot Of Gold was produced by TM Juke.
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427.
Caution
by Mariah Carey
November 16, 2018
The 15th full-length studio release for the pop singer features guest appearances from Blood Orange, Gunna, Slick Rick, and Ty Dolla Sign.
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428.
Pink Friday
by Nicki Minaj
November 22, 2010
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.
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429.
Doll Domination
by Pussycat Dolls
September 23, 2008
The sophomore album for the dance pop group includes guest appearances by Snoop Dogg, R Kelly, Missy Elliot, and Polow da Don.
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430.
Love in the Future
by John Legend
September 3, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the R&B/soul singer features guest appearances from Rick Ross and Stacy Barthe as well as production from Kanye West and Dave Tozer.
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431.
PartyNextDoor Two
by PartyNextDoor
July 29, 2014
The debut full-length release for the Canadian artist Jahron Brathwaite features a guest appearance from Drake.
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432.
Now
by Maxwell
August 14, 2001
Soul singer-songwriter Maxwell returns with his third studio album, following 1998's 'Embrya' and his well-received 1996 debut 'Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite.' The disc includes a cover of longtime live staple "This Woman's Work" (a Kate Bush cover).
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433.
8701
by Usher
August 7, 2001
Atlanta's Usher Raymond returns with his third studio release. The Neptunes, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are among the producers.
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434.
Hard II Love
by Usher
September 16, 2016
The eighth full-length studio release for the R&B singer/actor features guest appearances from Future, Rubén Blades, and Young Thug.
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435.
Write Me Back
by R. Kelly
June 26, 2012
R. Kelly's latest release is a continuation of the 1950-70s R&B and soul music he explored on his 2010 album, Love Letter.
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436.
Return Of Dragon
by Sisqó
June 19, 2001
This is actor-singer Sisqo's sophomore effort, following his 1999 debut 'Unleash The Dragon.' (Sense a pattern here?) Teddy Riley produced the lead single, "Can I Live."
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437.
Evolver
by John Legend
October 28, 2008
The latest album for the Grammy-winning artist features Andre 3000, Brandy, Estelle and Kanye West as guests.
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438.
Give the People What They Want
by Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings
January 14, 2014
The fifth full-length studio release for the Brooklyn soul band was originally scheduled for an August release but was delayed due to the cancer diagnosis of singer Sharon Jones.
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439.
Black Star Elephant
by Nico & Vinz
October 14, 2014
This is the debut full-length release for the Norwegian duo of Nico Sereba and Vincent Dery.
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440.
Elixer
by Bria Valente
March 29, 2009
The debut album from the new singer was packaged together with two albums by her producer, Prince.
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441.
My Everything
by Anita Baker
September 7, 2004
The R&B singer's first studio album since 1994 includes a duet with Babyface.
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442.
Epiphany
by Chrisette Michele
May 5, 2009
The second album for the Grammy-winning singer features Ne-Yo as a guest artist.
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443.
Straight No Chaser
by Mr. Hudson
December 1, 2009
The second album for the British singer was produced with Kanye West, who also appears as a guest artist.
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444.
Since I Have a Lover
by 6LACK
March 24, 2023
The third full-length release from Atlanta R&B/rap artist 6LACK features guest appearances from QUIN and Don Toliver.
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445.
Girl in the Half Pearl
by Liv.e
February 10, 2023
The second full-length release for Los Angeles-based experimental R&B artist Liv.e features production from John Carroll Kirby, Aaron Liao, Mndsgn, and Solomonphonic.
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446.
Everything is Love
by The Carters
June 16, 2018
The debut full-length collaborative album for Beyonce and Jay-Z was a surprise release and features guest appearances from Migos, Offset, Quavo, Rory from Stone Love, and Ty Dolla $ign.
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447.
Talk That Talk
by Rihanna
November 21, 2011
The Barbados-born singer's sixth studio album features guest appearances by Calvin Harris and Jay-Z.
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448.
Unbreakable
by Janet Jackson
October 2, 2015
The first studio release in seven years for the R&B/pop singer features guest appearances from Missy Elliott and J. Cole.
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449.
The Spirit Indestructible
by Nelly Furtado
September 18, 2012
Furtado's first album after a six-year absence, The Spirit Indestructible was produced by Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins and features a cameo appearance by Nas.
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450.
Crayons
by Donna Summer
May 20, 2008
The first album of new songs in over 15 years from the queen of disco.
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451.
Immortal
by Michael Jackson
November 21, 2011
Cirque du Soleil's soundtrack to its 2011 production features songs and interview snippets produced by Kevin Antunes.
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452.
Love & Life
by Mary J. Blige
August 26, 2003
Mary J. reunites with P. Diddy (who produced her debut 'What's the 411?') for this latest release, which features appearances from 50 Cent, Eve, Jay-Z and Method Man.
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453.
Chapter V
by Trey Songz
August 21, 2012
The fifth studio album for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Diddy, Lil Wayne, Meek Mill, Rick Ross, T.I., and Young Jeezy.
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All of Me
by Estelle
February 28, 2012
The third album for the British singer features guest appearances by Chris Brown, Janelle Monae, Rick Ross, and Trey Songz.
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455.
3D
by TLC
November 12, 2002
The two surviving members of the popular R&B trio completed this long-delayed fourth album after the early 2002 death of cofounder Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes.
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456.
Southern Hummingbird
by Tweet
April 2, 2002
The former backup singer for Missy Elliott and Timbaland comes into her own on this, her debut album, which was produced and co-written by her two benefactors. Tweet's presence and talent are evidenced by the surprising abundance of guitar/soul tracks here, instead of a reliance on electronic/dance numbers typical of a Missy-Timbaland production.
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457.
Right Here Right Now
by Jordin Sparks
August 21, 2015
The third studio release for the pop singer features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, B.o.B, Elijah Blake, and Shaggy.
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458.
Making Time
by Jamie Woon
November 6, 2015
The second full-length release for the British singer-songwriter was co-produced with Lexx and features contributions from Robin Hannibal, Willy Mason, and Royce Wood Jr.
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459.
Rebellious Soul
by K. Michelle
August 13, 2013
The debut full-length studio release for the R&B singer who appeared on Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta includes a guest appearance from Meek Mill.
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460.
More Issues Than Vogue
by K. Michelle
March 25, 2016
The third full-length release for the reality star of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta./K. Michelle: My Life features guest appearances from Jason Derulo, g Trina and Yo Gotti.
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461.
Slicker Than Your Average
by Craig David
November 19, 2002
The 21-year old DJ turned-international R&B superstar from England returns with his second LP.
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462.
We Get By
by Mavis Staples
May 24, 2019
The latest full-length solo studio release for the soul singer was produced by Ben Harper.
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463.
Unorthodox Jukebox
by Bruno Mars
December 11, 2012
The second full-length release for the singer-songwriiter/producer includes production by Jeff Bhasker, Diplo, Paul Epworth, Mark Ronson, The Smeezingtons, and Andrew Wyatt.
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464.
Motion
by Calvin Harris
November 4, 2014
The fourth full-length studio release for the Scottish DJ/EDM producer features guest appearances from All About She, Big Sean, Ellie Goulding, Haim, Theo Hutchcraft of Hurts, John Newman, Gwen Stefani, and Tinashe.
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465.
Ms. Kelly
by Kelly Rowland
July 3, 2007
Kelly Rowland continues with her second solo album since Destiny's Child ended.
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466.
Colour Me Free
by Joss Stone
October 20, 2009
The fourth album for the singer/actor features Jeff Beck, Sheila E., Nas, Raphael Saadiq, and David Sanborn as guest artists.
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467.
Here I Stand
by Usher
May 27, 2008
The fifth album for the R&B singer features Young Jeezy, will.i.am, Jay-Z, Jermaine Dupri, Beyoncé, and Lil Wayne.
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468.
The Album
by Teyana Taylor
June 19, 2020
The third full-length studeio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Erykah Badu, Big, Sean, Missy Elliott, Future, Lauryn Hill, IMAN, Junie, King Combs, Quavo, and Rick Ross.
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469.
Face Off
by Bow Wow & Omarion
December 11, 2007
B2K's Omarion joins with rapper Bow Wow in their first album together.
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470.
Beach House III
by Ty Dolla $ign
October 27, 2017
The second full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from 24hrs, Future, Lauren Jauregui, Tory Lanez, Swae Lee, Lil Wayne, MadeinTYO, Damian Marley, Skrillex, The-Dream, Pharrell Williams and Wiz Khalifa.
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471.
Testimony: Vol. 2, Love & Politics
by India.Arie
February 10, 2009
The follow-up to "Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship" features MC Lyte, Musiq Soulchild, Gramps Morgan, Dobet Gnahore, Terrell Carter and Sezen Aksu as guest artists.
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472.
Black Velvet
by Charles Bradley
November 9, 2018
The posthumous release for the soul singer features songs recorded during sessions from his previous three releases.
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473.
Hollywood: A Story of a Dozen Roses
by Jamie Foxx
May 18, 2015
The fifth full-length release for the actor/singer features guest appearances from Chris Brown, Fabolous, Kid Ink, Pharrell, and Wale.
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![Late Nights: Europe [Mixtape]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/7/e41fed86888682871d1ba715123cc8a8-98.jpg)
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474.
Late Nights: Europe [Mixtape]
by Jeremih
July 20, 2016
The mixtape recorded over two weeks features guest appearances from such artists as The Game, Ty Dolla $ign, and Wiz Khalifa.
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475.
Concrete Jungle
by Nneka
February 2, 2010
Nneka's first US release is an inspirational mix of love, hope, optimism, and 21st-century soul music.
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476.
You Are Not Alone
by Mavis Staples
September 14, 2010
You Are Not Alone finds Mavis Staples teaming up with Wilco's Jeff Tweedy, who produced the album and penned several of the songs, and while Tweedy may seem an odd fit, he obviously knew what he was up to, crafting material that fits Staples' gospel-fueled vocals.
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Purple Snow: Forecasting the Minneapolis Sound
by Various Artists
December 3, 2013
Prince is only a supporting player on three songs on the two-disc compilation of songs from Minneapolis artists from the 1970s-80s including The Lewis Connection, Haze, Ronnie Robbins, the Stylle Band, Alexander O'Neal, and Music, Love & Funk.
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478.
Stone Love
by Angie Stone
July 6, 2004
The soul singer's latest release marks her 25th year as a recording artist (she made her debut in 1979 as a member of the first female rap group ever, Sequence). Guests here include Missy Elliott, Floetry and Snoop Dogg.
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479.
Big
by Macy Gray
March 27, 2007
The soul singer's first album in four years includes production work from will.i.am and Justin Timberlake and appearances by Fergie, Nas and Natalie Cole.
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480.
Just Whitney
by Whitney Houston
December 10, 2002
Stung by a drug arrest and nasty rumors over the last few years, the diva finally emerges with her first album of new material in four years.
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481.
Empire: Original Soundtrack from Season 1
by Empire Cast
March 10, 2015
The songs from the Fox musical drama features production from Timbaland as well as guest appearances from Mary J. Blige, Estelle, Jennifer Hudson, and Courtney Love.
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482.
Free Nationals
by Free Nationals
December 13, 2019
The debut full-length release for the backing band for Anderson .Paak features guest appearances from .Paak , Kadhja Bonet, Daniel Caesar, Callum Connor, Chronixx, Conway, Jid, Miknna, Mac Miller, T. Nava, Benny Sings, Syd, T.I., Kali Uchis, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Westside Gunn, and Joyce Wrice.
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483.
Breakfast
by Chiddy Bang
February 28, 2012
This is the debut release for Philadelphia alternative rap group Chiddy Bang.
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484.
Purple Naked Ladies
by The Internet
January 31, 2012
The debut disc for the duo of Odd Future DJ Syd tha Kid and Matt Martians incorporates jazz, hip-hop, and R&B.
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485.
TP-2.com
by R. Kelly
November 7, 2000
A sequel, of sorts, to Kelly's 1993 album '12 Play.'
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486.
Minute by Minute
by James Hunter
February 26, 2013
The first release in five years for the British soul singer was produced by Gabriel Roth.
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487.
The First Lady
by Faith Evans
April 5, 2005
The singer's first album in four years features contributions from the Neptunes, Jermaine Dupri and Mario Winans.
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488.
The Emancipation Of Mimi
by Mariah Carey
April 12, 2005
The singer wrote many of the songs appearing on 'Mimi,' and even produced one cut, with the remainder of the production duties falling to Jermaine Dupri, the Neptunes and Kanye West. Also appearing are Nelly, Twista and Snoop Dogg.
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489.
PartyNextDoor 3
by PartyNextDoor
August 12, 2016
The second full-length studio release for the Canadian R&B artist features a guest appearance from Drake.
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490.
Darkness and Light
by John Legend
December 2, 2016
The sixth full-length studio release for the multi-award-winning R&B singer-songwriter was produced by Blake Mills and features guest appearances from Chance the Rapper, Brittany Howard, and Miguel.
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![Chixtape 5 [Mixtape]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/8/992ce2606c22ab2f3ef7ca041df543ce-98.jpg)
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Chixtape 5 [Mixtape]
by Tory Lanez
November 15, 2019
The fifth mixtape for the rapper-singer features guest appearances from Ashanti, Chris Brown, Jermaine Dupri, Jermaine Dupri, Fabolous, Lil Wayne, Lloyd, Ludacris, Lyce, Mario, Mya, Slim, Snoop Dogg, The-Dream, T-Pain, and Trey Songz.
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492.
Black Radio 2
by Robert Glasper Experiment
October 29, 2013
The follow-up to the jazz musician's Grammy-winning R&B release includes contributions from such artist as Marsha Ambrosius, Brandy, Common, Dwele, Faith Evans, Anthony Hamilton, Lalah Hathaway, Norah Jones, Jill Scott, Snoop Dogg, Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump, and Malcolm Jamal Warner.
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493.
If All I Was Was Black
by Mavis Staples
November 17, 2017
The 16th full-length studio release for the soul singer was written and produced by Jeff Tweedy.
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494.
Free Yourself Up
by Lake Street Dive
May 4, 2018
The sixth full-length release for the Boston band was recorded in Nashville with Dan Knobler.
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495.
Royalty
by Chris Brown
December 18, 2015
Named after the R&B artist's daughter, the seventh full-length studio release feature guest appearances from Future (on the deluxe edition), Tayla Parx, and Solo Lucci.
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Shock Value II
by Timbaland
December 8, 2009
The third solo album for the producer features appearances by Brandy, Miley Cyrus, Chris Daughtry, Drake, The Fray, Keri Hilson, Chad Kroeger, Katy Perry, and Justin Timberlake.
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497.
Raymond v. Raymond
by Usher
March 30, 2010
After being pushed back several times, the sixth album for the R&B singer is finally released, featuring guest appearances from Ludacris, Nicki Minaj, T.I., and will.i.am.
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Endlessly
by Duffy
December 7, 2010
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.
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499.
Unexpected
by Michelle Williams
October 7, 2008
The third solo album for the former Destiny's Child member features Flo Rida as a guest on one track.
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500.
IV Play
by The-Dream
May 28, 2013
The fourth full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Beyonce, Big Sean, Mary J. Blige, Gary Clark Jr., Fabolous, Jay-Z, Pusha T, and Kelly Rowland.
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