SZA’s new album, SOS projected to debut at No. 1 with one of the biggest first-week sales of the year by a solo artist

The R&B superstar premieres new video for “Nobody Gets Me,” directed by Bradley Calder

New album includes features by Travis Scott, Don Toliver, Phoebe Bridgers, and Ol’ Dirty Bastard

American R&B superstar SZA is aiming for a number one debut at next week’s Billboard Hot 100, with her highly anticipated album, SOS, projected to secure one of the biggest first-week sales this year by a female artist. 

A day after its release on various digital music platforms, the 23-track album skyrocketed to the summit of Apple Music and Spotify charts in several countries worldwide, and even landed her with a No. 1 slot on real-time iTunes sales charts in major music territories.

SZA tackles rocky romantic relationships on new single “I Hate U”

The soulful R&B jam is officially available on DSPs worldwide after its Soundcloud tease a few months ago

Top Dawg Entertainment’s multi-platinum selling, chart-topping and award-winning recording artist SZA has officially dropped her new single “I Hate U.”

Initially released on an anonymous Soundcloud account this year along with “Nightbird” and “Joni,” the irresistible slow jam emerged as a favorite among fans.

The track is produced by Rob Bisel, Carter Lang, thankgod4cody, and Dylan Patrice. With her soulful vocals enveloping a minimalist sonic backdrop and laid-back synths, SZA reflects on a rocky romantic relationship that seemed to have taken a toll on her emotional health.

Doja Cat exceeds expectations with legacy-turning pop album, Planet Her

Global superstar Doja Cat has finally released her highly anticipated new album Planet Her via Kemosabe/RCA Records/Sony Music. Critics are already raving about Planet Her, with Vulture saying “Like a runway show where every look clicks, Planet Her makes a case for Doja as our new ice-cool pop-queen supreme” and Stereogum simply stating “The new album slaps, everybody.” 

Alongside the album release comes the highly anticipated video for “You Right,” a collaboration with multi-platinum R&B superstar The Weeknd. The video was shot earlier this month and was directed by Quentin Deronzier. 

Earlier this month Doja Cat dropped the showstopping futuristic video for her track “Need To Know.” The lead single off Planet Her, “Kiss Me More” ft. SZA, continues to dominate the charts: it was just certified Platinum by the RIAA, hit #1 at Rhythm radio and it currently sits at #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has over 678 million streams worldwide. 

Doja Cat unveils first taste of new album, Planet Her via SZA-featured single “Kiss Me More”

Today, global superstar Doja Cat unveils the first taste of Planet Her. 

“Kiss Me More” ft. SZA, the highly anticipated first single off her much buzzed about new album was written by Doja Cat, SZA, Yeti Beats, Rogét Chahayed, tizhimself and Carter Lang and produced by Yeti Beats. It arrives with an epic music video, directed by Warren Fu (The Weeknd, Kehlani), which offers the first glimpse into the brand-new world Doja is creating.

Doja’s domination continues with the news that her 3rd album, Planet Her is coming summer 2021 via Kemosabe/RCA Records.

Just last month, 3-time GRAMMY nominee Doja Cat, took to the Grammy Stage for a show stopping performance of her smash hit “Say So” which was highly celebrated. She also graced the cover of V Magazine and released the music video for her runaway viral smash “Streets” which was directed by Christian Breslauer and starred actor/model Kofi Siroboe. 

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SZA makes a splash on PH charts with hit single “Good Days”

The numbers are in: SZA’s “Good Days” is officially her biggest hit to date in the Philippines and elsewhere in the world. In the country alone, the soulful single remains unstoppable with its No. 2 peak at Spotify Philippines Viral 50 and a top 15 placement at Spotify Philippines Top 50. 

Over at mainstream radio, the critically acclaimed R&B songstress is performing well on several top 40 stations. This week, “Good Days” ranks No. 5 on 99.5 Play FM, a major pop station; No. 7 on Wave 89.1 FM, a rhythmic and urban-leaning station; and has gained prominent spots on Magic 89.9 (No. 23), and more.