{"id":17506,"date":"2026-01-21T14:21:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T19:21:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/femimagazine.com\/?p=17506"},"modified":"2026-01-21T14:21:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T19:21:02","slug":"phaedra-releases-new-single-feelings-an-upbeat-rb-pop-anthem-written-and-produced-by-american-antagonist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/femimagazine.com\/?p=17506","title":{"rendered":"PHAEDRA Releases New Single \u201cFeelings,\u201d An Upbeat R&amp;B-Pop Anthem Written and Produced by American Antagonist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"p1\">When conversations turn to classic Boston R&amp;B-pop-soul, names like Donna Summer, New Kids on the Block, and New Edition often rise to the top. Another name that firmly belongs in that legacy is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/therealphaedra?igsh=Y3kxNTlmMmMyaDVs\">PHAEDRA<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p1\">The acclaimed Cambridge, Massachusetts songstress returns with her new single, \u201cFeelings,\u201d an upbeat and infectious R&amp;B-pop record written and produced by American Antagonist. The song captures the moment when two people realize their chemistry is undeniable. Emotions rise, attraction deepens, and the possibility of something real becomes impossible to ignore. With its vibrant tempo and relatable storytelling, \u201cFeelings\u201d celebrates romance, emotional honesty, and the thrill of mutual connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p1\">Introduced to the music world by legendary producer Maurice Starr, PHAEDRA\u2019s career launched with momentum. She first gained national attention as a member of the group Lady Soul, earning an RIAA-certified gold record for her contribution to the Sister Act 2 soundtrack. That early success opened doors to world tours alongside iconic artists such as New Kids on the Block, Stevie Wonder, and Chaka Khan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p1\">Her journey, however, is not defined by accolades alone. Raised amid family turmoil and personal adversity, PHAEDRA turned to music as both refuge and purpose. Her determination, refined artistry, and remarkable four-octave vocal range have secured her place as one of Boston\u2019s most respected vocalists. Beyond music, her commitment to service has led her to roles at Cambridge City Hall and within the court system. Her impact has been recognized with honors including a Key to the City, an NAACP Award, and a Hall of Fame Award from Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, her alma mater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p1\">PHAEDRA has also played a vital role in cultivating the next generation of artists. As co-founder and host of Artist Live Global Village, she helped introduce emerging artists and songwriters who later achieved Top 10 success and shared stages with global stars. Her influence behind the scenes has proven just as meaningful as her work in the spotlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p1\">Her catalog continues to reflect emotional depth and cultural relevance. One standout is \u201cHeart of a Woman,\u201d featured in the Codeblack and Lionsgate film TRAFFIK. Selected as the film\u2019s first video single, the song surpassed one million views in under 48 hours and resonated powerfully with women across generations through its message of strength and resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p1\">With \u201cFeelings,\u201d PHAEDRA delivers a joyful, contemporary sound while staying rooted in the authenticity that has long defined her artistry. The release reaffirms her relevance in today\u2019s adult contemporary and R&amp;B-pop landscape and solidifies her place as a timeless yet forward-moving voice in music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center p1\"><strong>\u201cFeelings\u201d is available now on all major digital streaming platforms.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Stay Connected! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Instagram: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/therealphaedra?igsh=Y3kxNTlmMmMyaDVs\">@therealphaedra<\/a><br>Facebook: Phaedralive<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"\u201cFeelings\u201d by PHAEDRA \" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Q6WIKhZZC1Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When conversations turn to classic Boston R&amp;B-pop-soul, names like Donna Summer, New Kids on the Block, and New Edition often rise to the top&#8230;.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":17505,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"apple_news_api_created_at":"","apple_news_api_id":"","apple_news_api_modified_at":"","apple_news_api_revision":"","apple_news_api_share_url":"","apple_news_coverimage":0,"apple_news_coverimage_caption":"","apple_news_is_hidden":false,"apple_news_is_paid":false,"apple_news_is_preview":false,"apple_news_is_sponsored":false,"apple_news_maturity_rating":"","apple_news_metadata":"\"\"","apple_news_pullquote":"","apple_news_pullquote_position":"","apple_news_slug":"","apple_news_sections":"\"\"","apple_news_suppress_video_url":false,"apple_news_use_image_component":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3722,2429],"tags":[4084],"class_list":["post-17506","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-music-culture","category-music-releases","tag-phaedra"],"aioseo_notices":[],"apple_news_notices":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - 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