After six years of waiting, R&B singer Maxwell finally gives fans a peek of his highly anticipated new album. Today (Sept. 7), Maxwell uploaded a snippet of "Pretty Wings" on his MySpace site, the singer's first communication about new music since announcing his next album, "Black Summer's Night," on the site in October 2006.
Columbia Records music exec Kyambo "Hip-Hop" Joshua tells Billboard he expects the album, originally due in February 2007, next year. "Maxwell's still working with Sade's band, his tried-and-true team," he says. "He took some time off and now he's ready."
"He's recorded so much material that he's got a couple of albums done," he continues. "So, he might be going out on the road touring for this album soon. I won't say the album will drop first-quarter 2008, but [next] summer sounds good."
Maxwell's last album, "Now," was released in 2001 and has sold more than 1.7 million copies in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan.
Maxwell was to release a studio album on Columbia Records in February 2007 under the title 'Black Summers' Night'. On the morning of February 14, 2007, Maxwell posted a blog on his MySpace page, explaining the delay. He also posted an audio message apologizing to fans for the delay.
In a blog posted to Maxwell's MySpace page on July 25, 2007, it states that Maxwell is still working on his upcoming album. He goes on to thank his loyal fans for being patient.
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forever is love
if you will bend even if pain persists
plese have no regrets
maxwell this poem is for you
the brother is fine as hell, and he seems to have a sense of humor. that is soo sexy to me
hey maxwell i love your song pretty wings that my song is you dateing anyone you is a blessed sing
Wow, I've just read an article on your interview, and it just blew me away. I think you've got a great spirit, and you sound like a very grounded very soulful person, not to mention hugely talented. And that amazing voice!!!! Thank you for this fantastic CD. Good to know that there is still good quality music out there, and it's much appreciated. I am so hoping you come back to our shores (South Africa). I'm so looking forward to that. Stay as grounded as you are. Lots of love from South Africa.
I love you Maxwell. Your music is the best.
Ok Pretty wings!!! That’s about the only song that you got on that album that’s worth listening to Maxwell. I just think after this long I expected a hard come back because the rest of the album is Maxwell but not the Maxwell the world have been waiting for.
maxwell please come to columbus ga to the river center we love you to ask for leila iigh will support that n
I love love love maxwell's new album im so happy he came back soul music was really lost with out him.My favorite songs are pretty wings and bad habit i love him im buyin 3 cds to support him
Maxwell I love ur new song Pretty Wings that's my new favorite song I listen 2 is everyday a lot.... u should come 2 baltimore so I can see u in person singing...u did a gud job at the BET awards
Maxwell i am gay, please come to Baltimore you make a gay women straight with your sexy style and smooth voice i love u
Maxwell it's not alot of performers that i want to see after Luther, but u r the one and only.Please come to Baltimore,I'll be there.
When Maxwell came out in the 90's I just Loved him...I love him sooooo much I named my son Maxwell ;o) I look forward to seening you in concert Maxwell!
Maxwell, I am so glad to see you back. You were AWESOME on BET this year. Maxwell you are so sensuous, sexy, and desirable that it is not even funny. Like all of your loyal fans, we love your music and we can't wait to buy your new CD.
maxwell is so damn awesome the brotha not only can sing his ass off. he soooo damn SEXY. happy to see you back on the seen with such a soulful voice
I am still on cloud 9. I saw Maxwell perform last night at the Venue last night. He put it down and then some. I love his energy, his soulful voice and his emotion. That brotha can sing his ass off. It is rare that artist sound like themselves live in concert compared to when u hear them on the radio, but he did. These new artisits need to learn a lesson or two about real music. Thank you Maxwell sooooo much for deciding to come back, you couldn't have picked a better time because music is suffering. I am grateful and thank ful to have seen you rock the house. Do the damn thing!!! If the scene becomes tooo much again do what u gotta do your fans will forever be here. Now if we can get Lauryn Hill and D'Angelo back it would be awesome.
I AM OLE SKOOL - - THE YOUNG MAN HAS SOUL- NOTHING BUT SOUL! GIVE ME A LITTLE SUMPTIN
I AM OLE SKOOL - NOT BUT SOUL - THE YOUNG MAN HAS SOUL- NOTHING BUT SOUL!
Cougar here! Marvin Gaye is and always will be my #1 but the first time I heard Maxwell I knew he'd share that spot with Marvin. When I listen to Maxwell I know water is about to break. He can led me and I'm sure many other cougar's to the river because we can hear the sensual baptism coming. Maxwell's raw pure notes go straight to your most private self. His songs are infused with something greater than a passing pleasure, genuine joy. Maxwell's harmonies are heaven sent. His smallest vocal nuances become fixed inside our heads. I want to thank him for blessing us once again with his infectious grooves. Maxwell's music, is God-given, God-inspired and God-blessed. When the pain of the day eats away at you don't reach for over the counter prescriptions...reach for Maxwell!
I am not going to tell you nothing you already know. Max you know what you got it so keep putting out good, tasteful, soulful music.
Maxwell I truly love your music, and your voice has the perfect sensual tone. My husband and I enjoy listening to your music together, if you know what I mean. :)
YOU ARE THE BEST SINGER TO ME I LOVE YOUR SEXEY VOICE.
lordy ;u jst mek a brotha wanna pt a voice
too. l undstnd its strictly 4 the only! your muzik is supa beautfl
[happiness en love it shall be]
wil kip on wishing 4 the best 4rm u.
GREENSBORO SHOW WAS OFF THE HOOK.BUT MAN THOSE WHITE PANTIES ON STAGE WERE HUGE.LOL
I saw Maxwell also in Oakland on October 29th and it was amazing and phenomenol. He is such an advance artist and is genius when it comes to incorporating sensuality in his music. He speaks especially to all women and hopefully can show men, how to connect with a woman. Luckily I was blessed with him holding my hand while on stage. I can't wait till his new album and to see him live in concert again. One Love : )
Just went to see MAXWELL at the Paramount in Oakland...I tell you I am left mesmerized...aside from bein so sexy his music is beautiful..he's an amazing artist and would see him over and over again..
I am trying hard to register for "Maxfam." can someone help a Sistah out?
I loved the story. It's great to here from the one and only Maxwell. "M" hurry back to St. Louis. You are the bomb....
Me and my husband went see you sing at a small night club in Tempe, Arizona years ago and that was most memorable concert. Maxwell when are you coming back to Arizona.
Hello Mawell,
My husband I saw you several years ago in Oakland......You were AWESOME.
I just want you to know.....you are worth the wait! Glad you're back!!! Peace...
Maxwell loved you in St. Louis Oct. 15. You are"Bad." Please hurry back!