Destin Conrad photographed by Gleeson Paulino on July 22, 2026 in Los Angeles. Styling by Internet X. On-site Production by Dustin Hattier. Casablanca jacket and pants, Lost Pattern hat, Gentle Monster glasses, Swarovski jewelry.
Billboard's 2026 R&B Rising Star is winning critical acclaim — and major cosigns.
Exploring sounds ranging from alt-jazz to reggae, the 26-year-old Destin Conrad from Tampa, Fla., confidently approaches R&B as merely a starting point — and is attracting big-name fans with his own inimitable star quality.
Destin Conrad will take the stage at Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Live, Sept. 10 at Brooklyn Steel in New York City. Get your tickets here.
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