urban contemporary
Americannoun
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“Truth Hurts,” her breakthrough track, won best pop solo performance, while “Jerome” won traditional R&B performance and the deluxe version of her album “Cuz I Love You” took urban contemporary album.
From New York Times ● Jan. 26, 2020
Berryman, who shares images of his Harlem apartment record collection, exudes a younger version of the relaxed urban contemporary vibe of his colleagues.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 1, 2019
Accepting the award for best urban contemporary album, the expectant mother of twins spoke about the intent and impact of “Lemonade.”
From Washington Post ● Feb. 13, 2017
Speaking of R&B;, Solange’s epic “A Seat at the Table” was surprisingly snubbed in the best urban contemporary album category, as was Chris Brown’s “Royalty,” which didn’t earn the singer a single nod.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 6, 2016
His duet with Lalah Hathaway on the makeup song, “Insanity,” has urban contemporary hit single written all over it.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 15, 2016
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