Chris Brown Announces New Album ‘BROWN’ and Upcoming North American Tour with Usher

Grammy-winning R&B superstar Chris Brown is gearing up to drop his 12th studio album while teaming with Usher for a major North American tour.

Chris Brown, a dominant force in R&B with numerous accolades, is set to release his latest album, BROWN, on May 8 via his own Chris Brown Entertainment/RCA Records imprint. Sharing fresh music, the album’s new single “Obvious” follows the Grammy-nominated hit “It Depends,” featuring Bryson Tiller. Concurrently, Brown unveiled plans for an exciting North American trek alongside Usher, dubbed “The R&B Tour” celebrating both Raymond & Brown’s musical legacies. While specific tour dates are forthcoming, fans can anticipate a high-energy run from these chart-topping icons.

Building on a remarkable 2025, Chris Brown’s “Breezy Bowl XX Tour” ranked No. 7 on Pollstar’s list of top-grossing tours, amassing over $298 million and selling upwards of 2 million tickets. His record-breaking achievements include topping the LIVE75 chart multiple times, and making history as the first artist to sell out three nights at Washington DC’s National Park venue. Usher also made a strong showing with $33 million grossed and over 212,000 tickets sold worldwide last year.

Brown’s upcoming album follows the success of his Grammy-winning release 11:11 (Deluxe), which featured the certified-platinum single “Residuals.” Beyond music sales, Brown claimed the most wins at last year’s NAACP Image Awards, tying Usher for the most accolades in Outstanding Male Artist history. He also secured two BET Awards in 2025 for Best Male R&B/Pop Artist and the Viewer’s Choice Award, further cementing his place among R&B’s elite.

With a career that includes the most entries by an R&B singer on Billboard’s Hot 100 and unmatched multi-platinum certifications, Chris Brown continues to redefine the genre. His 2025 singles “It Depends” (including a version featuring Bryson Tiller and Usher) and “Holy Blindfold” fueled his momentum, while the widely celebrated “Breezy Bowl XX” tour commemorated 20 years of his groundbreaking debut.

Don’t miss the opportunity to grab affordable tickets as soon as they become available for this highly anticipated tour. Secure your spot early and experience the powerful performances of Chris Brown and Usher live in your city.

Get ready for an unforgettable tour as Chris Brown and Usher bring their acclaimed R&B sounds to fans across North America.