BET Revives Soul Train Awards in Chicago
The reimagined ceremony was taped at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance and returns to BET and CBS on November 27.
Chicago R&B News
R&B in Chicago runs from the city's local artists to the wider contemporary R&B world, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting takes in album releases, chart performances, awards and the streaming trends shaping the genre.
Recent news
November 5, 2026
BET Brings Soul Train Awards to ChicagoBET is taping the Soul Train Awards in Chicago for the first time, kicking off the weekend with a free public party and a Queen Latifah event.
October 29, 2026
Elmiene to Receive New Soul Honor at Chicago AwardsThe R&B artist will be honored and perform at the 2026 Soul Train Awards on November 27.
October 21, 2026
Tedeschi Trucks Band to Open Chicago Theatre ResidencyThe 12-member ensemble begins a five-night run of performances at the Chicago Theatre starting October 23.
October 20, 2026
R&B Artist Sherrionn Drops Debut Mixtape Honey TrapThe Chicago-based singer recently celebrated her debut release and a successful performance at Lollapalooza.
October 9, 2026
Soul Vocalist Verne Allison Has Died at 90The founding member of The Dells passed away earlier this week at age 90.
October 5, 2026
Lalah Hathaway Released Made in Chicago AlbumThe singer honors her formative years in Chicago with a new musical project.
October 2, 2026
BJRNCK Released Sex On The Beach Music VideoThe Chicago-based R&B artist debuted a new tropical-themed music video for his latest single.
October 1, 2026
Anthony Anderson Will Host 2026 Soul Train AwardsThe veteran actor returns to lead the awards ceremony as it shifts to a simultaneous broadcast on BET and CBS.
September 30, 2026
Manasseh Croft Released Fifth Album R&BeyondThe 39-year-old musician dropped his latest 13-track record on August 25, 2026.
September 19, 2026
Soul Train Awards Will Return to Chicago in November 2026The iconic music ceremony will broadcast on BET after a two-year hiatus.
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Day to day, that means album and single releases, chart movement, award-season recognition and the resurgence of classic soul records. Coverage reaches the city's venues, studios and performers and extends to the wider Midwest where Chicago-rooted acts tour. Streaming data and playlist placement now drive as many stories as traditional radio does. Soul's deep catalog means older recordings regularly return to the charts through new sampling and reissues.