Jon B. with Next, Keith Sweat, and more

Next, hailing from Minneapolis, became late-'90s R&B icons with hits like "Too Close" and "Wifey." Known for suggestive lyrics and gospel-influenced harmonies, they achieved multi-platinum success with "Rated Next" under Arista. The group, mentored by Reverand James Grear, and Sounds of Blackness' Ann Nesby, worked with producers like KayGee and Darren Lighty. They released three albums before splitting in 2003. They reunited in 2018 with original members RL, T-Low, and Tweet.

Keith Sweat, born in Harlem, is a legendary R&B singer known as a pioneer of new jack swing. His debut album "Make It Last Forever" went triple platinum, featuring the hit "I Want Her." He's famous for songs like "Twisted" and "Nobody." Sweat also shaped Silk and Kut Klose's careers and was part of LSG. With numerous albums and accolades, his impact on R&B is iconic.

Born in Providence, raised in Pasadena, Jon B. is a notable R&B songwriter, producer, and artist known for blending '70s soul with hip-hop. Hits like "Someone to Love" and "They Don't Know," collaborations with Babyface and 2Pac, and platinum albums define his career.

The Delfonics, seminal Philly soul trio with William & Wilbert Hart and Randy Cain, soared with hits like "La La Means I Love You." Known for their smooth "Philadelphia sound," they influenced R&B and were featured in Tarantino's "Jackie Brown." Collaborated with Ghostface Killah and Adrian Younge.