Black Music Month: New Faces Of R&B

BET.com celebrates Black Music Month with a look at the new faces Of R&B.

Keri Hilson - Keri Hilson is Atlanta’s secret R&B weapon. This singer/songwriter is signed to Polow Da Don(Zone 4) and Timbaland’s (Mosely Music Group) respective imprints and released her debut project “In A Perfect World” on March 24, 2009 and has been pegged as R&B’s next shining star. Aside her vocal contributions, Miss Keri Baby’s writing credits include Britney Spears, Diddy, Usher, Lloyd Banks, Timbaland and many others.
Ryan Leslie - This Harvard graduate controls all facets of his music. The 31-year old singer/songwriter/producer is master of the arts, but still a student to the game. With two albums under this belt, “Ryan Leslie” and “The Transition”, both of which were released in 2009, R.Les will have no problem controlling his own destiny. As an early understudy of Diddy, Leslie learned its not who you are, it’s how you do it!
Miguel - Jive Records rookie, Miguel is no stranger to the R&B realm. Already securing two written songs under his belt (Mary J. Blige’s “If You Leave” and Jahiem’s “Find Your Way Back”), Miguel’s aim is to mix his soulful roots with today’s pop sounds. And with his debut album “All I Want Is You”, Miguel is ready to compete with the big dogs.
Dondria - Dondria just might be R&B's newest sweetheart. The soft-toned vocalist was discovered on Youtube and snatched up by Jermaine Dupri’s So So Def imprint. Originally scheduled for a July 2008 release, Dondria’s prepping the release of her rookie debut Dondria Vs. Phatfffat this August. Her first single “You’re The One” is currently climbing the 106 & Park video charts.Trey Songz - Trey Songz will not fail. Though he’s been a visible force in R&B for the past 3 years, the last 6 months for Trey have been nothing short of spectacular. More so, it was the arrival of Trey’s lastest project, “Ready” that put the young heart-throb in his own lane. Not to mention his presence at BET Honors, a Grammy nod, tagging along for Jay-Z’s Blueprint 3 tour and his 4 nominations at this year’s BET Awards. Looks like Trey Songz is ready.

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Ryan Leslie - This Harvard graduate controls all facets of his music. The 31-year old singer/songwriter/producer is master of the arts, but still a student to the game. With two albums under this belt, “Ryan Leslie” and “The Transition”, both of which were released in 2009, R.Les will have no problem controlling his own destiny. As an early understudy of Diddy, Leslie learned its not who you are, it’s how you do it!

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