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06/05/2026

Alicia Keys performs “Un-Thinkable (I’m Ready)” as part of her B-Sides YouTube series, which spotlights some of the deeper cuts from her catalog.

The stripped-down arrangement allows the emotion and songwriting to take center stage.

Source: Alicia Keys Official YouTube

06/03/2026

Rest in peace to Peabo Bryson, an immensely talented artist whose voice was a constant, welcome presence for many of us growing up, from Disney classics to those unforgettable Body & Soul commercials.

Across decades of R&B and adult contemporary music, Bryson helped define the modern ballad alongside some of the genre’s most memorable duets and love songs. He will be deeply missed.

06/02/2026

Floetry performs a selection of classics as NPR Tiny Desk kicks off its monthlong series celebrating Black Music Month.

It’s great to see the London duo reunited. The chemistry remains intact, with Natalie’s poetic swagger continuing to pair seamlessly with Marsha’s soulful vocals. Be sure to check out the full performance on NPR’s YouTube channel, these short clips only scratch the surface.

Source: NPR Tiny Desk

06/01/2026

Brooklyn’s own Maxwell performs a selection of classics during this 2024 NPR Tiny Desk appearance.

Maxwell’s smooth, versatile vocals, the go-go flavored live band, soulful background harmonies and an enthusiastic crowd all combine to make this one of the series’ most memorable performances.

05/30/2026

Dwele performs this jazzy rendition of his classic debut single "Find A Way" at Philly's City Winery in 2021.

In addition to his own illustrious career, The multi instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer is a hugely underrated talent who has been a part of huge records over the years including Slum Village's Twisted and Kanye's Flashing Lights.

05/22/2026

Rest in peace to Harlem’s own Rob Base. Together with the late, great DJ E-Z Rock, he made some absolute classics. My wife and I came out to “It Takes Two” at our wedding because it was so ubiquitous and universally beloved, the perfect party track.

Let’s take a moment to show respect for this hip-hop pioneer. Gone too soon.

05/19/2026

Philly icon Patti LaBelle performs a set of classics during this 2022 Tiny Desk appearance. More than 80 years old here, yet still commanding the room with the same power and presence that defined generations of soul and R&B.

With a career spanning seven decades, “The Godmother of Soul” remains one of the most influential vocalists in modern music, with her work continually covered, referenced and sampled across genres.

Source: NPR Tiny Desk

05/16/2026

Shalamar performing “A Night To Remember” live on The Tube UK in 1982. Written and produced by The Sylvers, the record became one of the group’s signature crossover R&B hits of the early 80s. The late Jermaine Stewart can also be seen here on backing vocals prior to his solo success.

Featuring Jody Watley, Jeffrey Daniel, and Howard Hewett, this became Shalamar’s most commercially successful lineup, producing five gold-certified albums before eventually disbanding.

Source: DJ Duke, YouTube

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