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These are NPR Music's picks for the top 10 R&B projects — not restricted by gender — that are leading the vanguard. Remember their names and watch the throne.

In fall 2018, North Carolina native Greg Cox released his debut full-length album titled “E T C .,” which takes the needle of a record player and places it in the grooves of gospel, R&B and soul.The title for the record, “E T C.,” could easily apply to the growing list of collaborations he's been a part of since moving to Charlotte in 2015, partnering with artists ranging from J. Vito (who's sung background for Anthony Hamilton as part of The Hamiltones) to Emily Sage (the singer known for her cinematic jazz pop sound). But more than that, the album title gives an audience a glimpse into the multi-hyphenate's world as a gospel singer, an R&B producer, a husband, a father, a Charlotte community-builder, etc.

Okkervil River frontman Will Sheff says goodbye to his beloved band's past in a stirring new video.

The charges announced by Attorney General Merrit Garland on Thursday include civil rights violations, conspiracy, use of excessive force offenses and obstruction.

A deep sea robot has found the Japanese fishing boat that was ripped apart by a US submarine last week. This week, the navy revealed that civilians were at the helm of the USS Greenville at the time of the accident. Host Lisa Simeone speaks with editor Paul Beaver of Jane's Defense Weekly about the practice of allowing civilians to observe manuevers on a military sub.

The author of the epic fantasy series Game of Thrones takes a quiz called Game of Trombones. Three questions about things that rhyme with thrones.

Last year a Salvation Army volunteer set the record by ringing for 36 hours. Across the nation, he and others will try to break that mark.

Republicans recapture control of the Senate and add to their advantage in the House. Democrats increase their hold on statehouses, adding at least five governorships. Hear NPR's Mara Liasson, Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and NPR's Ina Jaffe.

Jerrica Vowels of Louisville, Ky., shares her "signature song," "This Must Be The Place" by the Talking Heads. It helped her form a special connection with her daughter while she was was pregnant.

It's been 50 years since the Motion Picture Association of America film came out with its rating system. Listeners share their stories about the first R-rated movie they saw.

The author of the wildly successful Game of Thrones books has been spending his days working on reopening an old movie theater in Santa Fe — much to the displeasure of fans who think he should be writing the next book.

Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul announced his candidacy for president Tuesday in Louisville, Ky. In a speech to supporters, Sen. Paul vowed to "take our country back."

As monuments come down around the U.S., a group in Louisville, Ky., is putting one up. An artist-run nonprofit is planning a memorial dedicated to Black people whose names have been lost to history.

The toxic fire leaves three workers with life-threatening burns, while there's no word when residents might be able to return home.

Since opening shop in 2006, Ink Floyd has become a visual center for the Charlotte music scene, designing and printing up thousands of posters, shirts and stickers for regional musicians and venues. But it’s more than just promoting audio through visuals. As Ink Floyd owner Dave Collier puts it, it’s about encouraging brand awareness (and support) for bands.

UNC Charlotte attains prestigious R-1 university status. N.C. joins several other states suing the Trump administration over the federal funding freeze. Flu cases reach the highest levels in 15 years. Truck maker Isuzu selects Greenville for its U.S. production base. Charlotte's construction boom is slowing down.

She's basking in the glow of her breakthrough year.

In several Southern states, June 3rd - the birthday of the leader of the Confederacy, Jefferson Davis - is still an official holiday.

Kentucky Fried Chicken will offer the nuggets and boneless wings for one day at a single restaurant. Depending on customer feedback, the items could be rolled out nationally, the company says.