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When My Daughters Put Me On to the Next Generation of R&B
Three voices, a familiar sound, and a reminder that sometimes the best musical discoveries come from the people closest to us.
One of the things I love most about being a father is when my daughters share the music they’re listening to with me. Music has always been part of my life, but there’s something special about hearing what the next generation has discovered. Sometimes it’s an artist I already know. Other times, it’s somebody completely new who sends me down a musical rabbit hole.
Recently, my daughters put me on to the British FLO R&B group, and I instantly fell in love with their sound. The song was “Don’t Break Her Heart.”
From the moment I heard it, I was transported back to the R&B of the ’90s. The harmonies, the attitude, and the way the vocals fit together reminded me of the days when SWV, En Vogue, 702, and Destiny’s Child had us turning up the volume. Still, FLO didn’t sound like they were simply borrowing yesterday’s formula. Their music felt familiar without feeling dated.
Of course, I had to see the video. And that took my appreciation to another level. The personalities, choreography, visuals, and chemistry made me want to know more about the three women behind the music. I was hooked.
FLO — “Don’t Break Her Heart”
Meet FLO: Three Voices, One Sound
Meet the Trio
FLO is made up of Jorja Douglas, Stella Quaresma, and Renée Downer. The British trio formed in 2019, spending time developing its sound and group chemistry before introducing itself with the 2022 single “Cardboard Box.” Produced by MNEK, that debut showcased polished three-part harmonies and a confident attitude that caught the attention of R&B fans.
The group followed with its debut EP, The Lead, and in 2023 became the first group to receive the BRIT Awards Rising Star honor. FLO also topped the BBC Sound of 2023 poll. The success didn’t happen overnight, though. In an interview with ES Magazine, they discussed the work they put into developing their sound and their determination to have a real say in their careers.
Their first studio album, Access All Areas, arrived in 2024. Their second, Therapy at the Club, was released in August 2026, expanding their musical range while keeping their vocal connection at the center. But what makes FLO especially interesting is that the three women have distinctly different personalities.
Jorja Douglas: The Confidence and the Fire
Jorja brings a fearless presence to FLO. Born in Germany and raised in Hertfordshire, England, she performed from an early age and won the British television singing competition Got What It Takes? in 2017.
Her delivery can be powerful, playful, and full of personality, but what interests me just as much is her willingness to speak up. In interviews, Jorja has explained that she’s the one who makes it clear when the group doesn’t agree with something being asked of them. That confidence matters. It’s the kind of energy that makes you believe the singer means every word.
Stella Quaresma: Soul and Balance
Stella spent part of her childhood in Mozambique before growing up in the United Kingdom. Her musical influences stretch across generations, and you can hear a warm, soulful character in the way she approaches a song.
She’s also talked about being the level-headed member of FLO, the one who can see both sides when opinions differ. There’s something valuable about that in any group, especially one made up of strong personalities. Her voice helps bring an emotional softness to the music without sacrificing its attitude.
Renée Downer: The Foundation and Focus
Renée grew up in London and attended Sylvia Young Theatre School, where she crossed paths with Stella before FLO took shape. Her musical background and vocal instincts help give the trio’s harmonies depth.
In the same ES Magazine conversation, Renée described being especially attentive to the business side of the group’s career. I appreciate that. Talent may introduce an artist to the public, but understanding the business is part of building something that lasts. Renée comes across as someone determined to make sure the group has a voice in what happens behind the scenes.
“Don’t Break Her Heart”: The Song That Won Me Over
Now, back to the record that started all this for me. Released in June 2026, “Don’t Break Her Heart” is a song about loyalty, friendship, and looking out for the people you love. Instead of a standard heartbreak story, FLO delivers a warning on behalf of a friend: if you’re going to date her, treat her right.
The Troy Roscoe-directed video has the trio running an investigative agency and exposing an unfaithful man. It’s clever, funny, and packed with personality. More importantly, the concept gives each woman room to shine while showing how well they work together.
For me, that’s the magic of a great R&B vocal group. It isn’t just three good singers standing next to one another. It’s three individual voices creating something stronger when they come together. FLO has that quality.
Keeping the Spirit of R&B Alive
I still love the music I grew up with. Those ’90s and early-2000s records helped create memories and shaped my understanding of what great R&B sounds like. But nostalgia can keep us from hearing what’s happening right now.
FLO reminds me that a new generation can respect the foundation without becoming a tribute act. The harmonies may sound familiar, but the group’s perspective, humor, and production belong to the present. That’s worth celebrating.
“Pay attention to what your children are listening to.”
Sometimes Our Children Have the Best Playlists
What began as a recommendation from my daughters became an introduction to music I genuinely enjoy. And it reminded me of something I believe more parents should consider: pay attention to what your children are listening to.
Not simply to monitor their choices or criticize what you don’t understand. Listen because their interests matter. Listen because music can build common ground between generations that sometimes experience the world very differently.
We can introduce our children to the artists who shaped us, and they can introduce us to the sounds shaping them. That exchange is part of the beauty of music.
Had my daughters not brought FLO to my attention, I might have missed a group that has become one of my favorite musical discoveries. So to my daughters, thank you for putting me on.
And to my fellow parents: if you’re adventurous enough to explore your children’s musical tastes, you just might discover some great nuggets floating around in the ether.
For me, one of those nuggets was FLO. And I’m glad I was listening.
Image credit: Featured photograph: FLO promotional publicity image, via Chuff Media; photographer not identified in the source. Individual portraits: Sammy King for ES Magazine, 2023. View source interview. Album and single release information: Universal Music and Apple Music.
Sources & Photo Credits
Featured FLO group publicity image via Chuff Media (photographer not listed). Individual member portraits photographed by Sammy King for ES Magazine. Editorial photo reuse rights must be confirmed before publication.
