R&B Thru-Z

About R&B Thru-Z

R&B Thru Z, hosted by Poetic Black, is where rhythm, storytelling, and culture meet. Each episode breaks down the legends, the new wave, and the moments that shaped R&B — from album commentary and artist histories to weekly heat rankings and current-day industry updates. This show blends raw insight, musical knowledge, and a passion for the craft, giving listeners a deeper look into the soundtracks of our lives. Whether you’re an R&B head or just discovering the classics, this podcast takes you on a journey from A to Z. “Yo R&B fam, tap in! For comments, questions, and albums you want on the chopping block, email me at onthescale27@gmail.com — you might hear your pick on the next R&B Thru Z episode.” Music Usage Disclaimer: Any music or audio excerpts used in this podcast appear strictly for critique, commentary, review, and educational discussion under fair-use guidelines. All rights belong to their respective owners.

Publisher

The Composition Entertainment LLC

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Dec 2025

Latest episode

14 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

9 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Apr 2026

   R&B Thru Z Coco Jones "What I Didn't Tell You

   🎙️ R&B THRU Z — Coco Jones What I Didn’t Tell You (Deluxe) (Feat. Candy Baby) This week on R&B THRU Z, Poetic Black is joined by special guest Candy Baby to break down one of the most emotionally honest and vocally powerful projects in modern R&B — What I Didn’t Tell You (Deluxe) by Coco Jones. From the opening track to the closing reflection, this episode takes you on a full journey through love, vulnerability, self-worth, toxic cycles, and emotional growth. Black and Candy Baby go track-by-track using the Part Harmony rating system, diving deep into the production, vocal performance, lyrical intent, and real-life sentiment behind each record. Standout moments include the raw emotional depth of “ICU,” the toxic pull of “Double Back,” and the grown-woman clarity of “Simple” featuring Babyface. Together, they unpack how Coco Jones reintroduces true vocals into today’s R&B landscape while delivering a cohesive story of healing, relapse, and self-discovery. With a final Part Harmony score of 3.90; this project earns its place as a modern R&B staple and a defining moment in Coco Jones’ career. The episode also features a fresh Rhythm Report inspired by today’s date in R&B history, plus Black’s No Cap Top 5 Alive — highlighting the artists currently shaping the sound of the culture. 📧 Got feedback, album suggestions, or want your voice heard? Email us at: onthescale27@gmail.com 🎙️ Support the podcast and the movement: R&B THRU Z THE Composition Entertainment LLC ⚠️ *Disclaimer: R&B Thru Z uses short audio clips (15–20 seconds) strictly for commentary, criticism, and educational purposes under fair use. All rights belong to the original artists, producers, and rights holders

2. 

   4 Mar 2026

   R&B Thru Z Mary J Blige "What's The 411"

   R&B Thru Z Podcast — Episode: Mary J. Blige What’s The 411? (1992) Album Review In this episode of R&B Thru Z, host Poetic Black takes listeners back to 1992 to break down one of the most influential albums in R&B history — Mary J. Blige’s debut album What’s The 411?. Joining Poetic Black for this conversation is Writteninpain, co-host of the hip-hop podcast How Many Mic’s, bringing a hip-hop lens to a project that many consider the official certification of Hip-Hop Soul. Released July 28, 1992, What’s The 411? introduced a groundbreaking blend of street-driven hip-hop production and soulful R&B vocals, helping define a sound that would dominate the 90s and influence generations of artists. With production contributions from Sean “Puffy” Combs, Dave “Jam” Hall, Tony Dofat, and DeVante Swing, the album produced timeless records like “You Remind Me,” “Real Love,” “Reminisce,” “Sweet Thing,” and “Love No Limit.” Together, Poetic Black and Writteninpain break down the album track by track, examining the production, songwriting, emotional depth, and cultural significance of a project that helped crown Mary J. Blige as the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul. Using the signature Part Harmony rating system, the hosts analyze how this album bridged the worlds of hip-hop culture and R&B emotion, creating a blueprint that artists still follow today. If you love classic album deep dives, authentic R&B conversation, and the history behind the music, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Call To Action We want to hear from you! Send us your album suggestions, listener feedback, or R&B debates, and your pick could be featured on a future episode. Email us at: onthescale27@gmail.com Support R&B Thru Z and the creative movement behind it, THE Composition Entertainment LLC, by subscribing, sharing the podcast, and spreading the word to fellow lovers of real R&B music. Music Disclaimer R&B Thru Z is a music commentary and review podcast intended for educational and entertainment purposes. All music discussed in this episode is the property of its respective copyright owners, including Uptown Records, MCA Records, and their affiliated rights holders. No copyright infringement is intended. Any music referenced belongs solely to the original creators and rights holders.

3. 

   17 Feb 2026

   R&B Thru Z Ella Mai "Do You Still Love Me?"

   In this episode of R&B Thru Z, Poetic Black breaks down Ella Mai’s latest album Do You Still Love Me? — a grown, emotionally rich R&B project centered on love, vulnerability, commitment, and emotional maturity. From smooth production to heartfelt songwriting, this episode dives deep into the vibe, vocals, meaning, and musical structure of every track using the Part Harmony Rating System — rating each song from skippable to R&B classic. This isn’t just a review — it’s a full Rhythm Report connecting today’s R&B to the culture, the history, and the evolution of love in music. If you love real R&B breakdowns with soul, structure, and no cap — this episode is for you. CALL TO ACTION Got an album you want reviewed? Want to share feedback or tap in with the show? Email us at: onthescale27@gmail.com That’s where you suggest albums, sound off on episodes, and become part of the R&B Thru Z community. ⚠️ MUSIC DISCLAIMER All music discussed in this episode is the property of its respective copyright holders. No copyright infringement intended. This podcast is for commentary, critique, and educational purposes only.

4. 

   13 Feb 2026

   R&B Thru Z Brent Faiyaz “Larger Than Life “

   🎧 R&B Thru Z — Brent Faiyaz: Larger Than Life Album Breakdown In this episode of R&B Thru Z, Poetic Black dives deep into Larger Than Life by Brent Faiyaz — a smooth, late-night R&B project packed with slick storytelling, modern soul, and DMV flavor. From an in-depth Rhythm Report inspired by R&B history to a track-by-track breakdown using the exclusive Part Harmony rating system, Black breaks down the production, lyrics, mood, vocal highlights, and replay value of every song — including standout moments with Coco Jones, Missy Elliott, and A$AP Rocky. Plus, we wrap it up with Black’s No Cap Top Five Alive, spotlighting the hottest R&B artists impacting the culture right now. 📩 Got album suggestions, feedback, or want to sound off? Email us at: onthescale27@gmail.com 🎙 Support the movement — R&B Thru Z & THE Composition Entertainment LLC ⚠️ Music Disclaimer All music discussed is the property of its respective owners, artists, labels, and publishers. R&B Thru Z does not claim ownership of any copyrighted material referenced. Any music mentioned is used for commentary, criticism, and review purposes under fair use principles. Please support the official releases.

5. 

   7 Jan 2026

   R&B Thru Z Bryson Tiller "Solace & The Vices

   Title: Bryson Tiller — Solace & The Vices Album Review On this episode of R&B Thru Z, Poetic Black dives deep into Bryson Tiller’s expansive 24-track project Solace & The Vices — a dual-minded exploration of introspection, temptation, emotional conflict, and personal evolution. We break down the album using the signature Part Harmony Rating System, evaluating each track across five core metrics: Production, Mood, Lyrics, Sonic Arrangement, and Sentiment. From the introspective space of Solace to the bold energy of The Vices, this project reveals the full spectrum of Tiller’s artistry — from vulnerability and self-reflection to desire, distraction, and life’s constant tug-of-war. Poetic Black also delivers: A deep Rhythm Report tying today’s cultural and historical context to the music A track-by-track analysis with talking points you won’t hear anywhere else The official R&B Thru Z album rating Black’s No Cap Top Five Alive — the most influential R&B artists this week Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to Tiller’s catalog, this episode breaks down the project in a way that feels like the music — honest, layered, and real. 📩 CALL TO ACTION If you vibed with this episode, show love by subscribing, rating, and sharing wherever you listen to podcasts. Got album suggestions or want to connect with the show? Email us at: onthescale27@gmail.com Support R&B Thru Z. Support the culture. And support THE Composition Entertainment LLC.

6. 

   31 Dec 2025

   R&B Thru Z "The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill" With Special Guest K'Diva

   In this powerful episode of R&B Thru Z, Poetic Black dives deep into one of the most influential albums in music history — The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill by Lauryn Hill. This isn’t just a review — it’s a full cultural breakdown. Joined by special guest K’Diva — a gifted singer, songwriter, and poet — the conversation explores the album’s production, lyricism, emotional depth, sonic arrangement, and lasting impact on R&B, hip-hop, and soul. Together, we apply the R&B Thru Z Part Harmony rating system, giving this classic a thoughtful, track-by-track evaluation rooted in both technical insight and lived experience. From themes of love, identity, motherhood, spirituality, and self-worth, to Lauryn Hill’s genre-defying sound, this episode honors the legacy while asking real questions about artistry, vulnerability, and timeless music. 📣 CALL TO ACTION We want to hear from YOU. Have an album suggestion? Feedback on this episode? Want to sound off or support the movement? 📧 Email us at onthescale27@gmail.com Support the podcast. Support the culture. Support The Composition Entertainment LLC. ⚠️ MUSIC & COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER R&B Thru Z does not own the rights to the music discussed in this episode. All music, lyrics, compositions, and recordings referenced remain the sole property of their respective copyright holders, including but not limited to the artist, producers, record label, and publishers. This content is presented for commentary, critique, and educational purposes under Fair Use. All rights to The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill are fully reserved and credited to the appropriate rights holders.

7. 

   23 Dec 2025

   Summer Walker "Finally Over It (The Afterparty)

   On this episode of R&B Thru Z, Poetic Black takes a deep dive into Finally Over It (The Afterparty) by Summer Walker, the extended chapter of one of modern R&B’s most emotionally honest eras. This project isn’t just a deluxe — it’s a reflection, a release, and a declaration of growth. Through lush production, vulnerable songwriting, and soul-rooted sonic arrangements, Summer Walker walks listeners through heartbreak, boundaries, healing, and self-clarity. From introspective ballads to confident, no-nonsense records, Finally Over It (The Afterparty) captures the emotional evolution of an artist who is no longer explaining herself — she’s standing on it. Poetic Black breaks the album down track by track using the Part Harmony Rating System, evaluating each song across five core metrics: production, mood, lyrics, sonic arrangement, and sentiment. The episode also includes The Tally, where the final album score is calculated and compared to other credible five-metric ratings, plus this week’s edition of Black’s No Cap Top Five Alive, spotlighting the R&B artists making the biggest impact right now. This is R&B with context, culture, and clarity — from A to Z. 📩 CALL TO ACTION We want to hear from you. If you have album suggestions, comments, or want to recommend an R&B project for review, email us directly at: onthescale27@gmail.com Tap in, join the conversation, and help shape future episodes of R&B Thru Z. ⚠️ MUSIC DISCLAIMER R&B Thru Z is a music commentary and review podcast created for educational, critical, and entertainment purposes. All music referenced in this episode is the property of its respective copyright holders. No copyright infringement is intended. Audio clips, if used, are brief and included under Fair Use for commentary and review.

8. 

   9 Dec 2025

   R&B Thru Z Fridayy "Some Days I'm Good, Some Days I'm Not"

   In this episode of R&B Thru Z, we’re diving into Fridayy’s album “Some Days I’m Good, Some Days I’m Not.” We’re going track-by-track, breaking down the vibes, the lyrics, and the stories behind each song. Expect deep commentary on the production, vocal highlights, and the emotional journey that Fridayy takes us on. If you’re a fan of soulful R&B that swings between introspection and those laid-back, feel-good moments, you won’t want to miss this one. Listener Call-to-Action Section: We love hearing from you! Got an album you want us to review or some R&B thoughts you want to share? Drop us a line at onthescale27@gmail.com. Your feedback and suggestions help shape our future episodes, so don’t be shy—send those emails our way! Music Disclaimer: This episode of R&B Thru Z features short clips of music for review and commentary purposes. All rights to the music belong to the respective copyright owners. We do not claim any ownership of the featured songs, and this podcast aims solely to provide educational and critical discussion for our listeners.

9. 

   4 Dec 2025

   Mariah The Scientist "Hearts Sold Seperately"

   R&B Thru Z, hosted by Poetic Black, is where rhythm, storytelling, and culture meet. Each episode breaks down the legends, the new wave, and the moments that shaped R&B — from album commentary and artist histories to weekly heat rankings and current-day industry updates. This show blends raw insight, musical knowledge, and a passion for the craft, giving listeners a deeper look into the soundtracks of our lives. Whether you’re an R&B head or just discovering the classics, this podcast takes you on a journey from A to Z. Listener Call-to-Action Section: We love hearing from you! Got an album you want us to review or some R&B thoughts you want to share? Drop us a line at onthescale27@gmail.com. Your feedback and suggestions help shape our future episodes, so don’t be shy—send those emails our way! Music Usage Disclaimer: Any music or audio excerpts used in this podcast appear strictly for critique, commentary, review, and educational discussion under fair-use guidelines. All rights belong to their respective owners.

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