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Teyana Taylor Sings Again After Vocal Cord Surgery
23 Oct
Summary
- Teyana Taylor performs for first time since vocal cord surgery
- Billboard predicts nominees for best progressive R&B album
- Category recognizes experimental R&B with diverse influences

In a significant milestone, Teyana Taylor, the acclaimed R&B artist, has taken the stage for the first time since undergoing vocal cord surgery. According to the report, Taylor "could barely even talk" before the procedure, underscoring the challenges she faced in her recovery.
Elsewhere, Billboard has unveiled its predictions for the nominees in the best progressive R&B album category at the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Formerly known as the best urban contemporary album, this category now recognizes "excellence in albums of progressive R&B vocal tracks" that embrace a diverse range of influences, including hip-hop, pop, dance, and electronic music.
Recent winners in this category include Lucky Daye, Steve Lacy, and SZA, with a tie in 2025 between longtime independent artist Avery Sunshine and the R&B/hip-hop duo NxWorries. As the Recording Academy prepares to unveil the official nominees on November 7th, industry experts anticipate a fierce competition, with artists like Kali Uchis, Destin Conrad, Fridayy, and Jessie Reyez potentially vying for the final spot.




