Grammy-nominated singer Janelle Monae is gearing up to release not one, but two new albums in 2012, according to Back to Rockville.
Monae recently returned to her hometown of Kansas City for the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Crown Center, and confirmed that she’s been working on new music.
“I am happy to be here and see my family, and I am eager to get back to the studio and work on finishing my album,” Monae said. “I stopped touring so I could finish the album. Actually, I plan on releasing two albums next year.”
Though the “Tightrope” singer refused to reveal any specific release dates about the project, Monae confirmed that “84.799 percent of the writing is done.”
She added: “I will release them according to my soul clock; so I reserve the right to change that. But I will try to stick to the scheduled release dates, which I know but can’t say. I will be thinking about Kansas City and all the people here who have supported me as I continue to write songs that empower, encourage and make you dance.”
Aside from releasing new music, Monae also unveiled her plans to tour next year, though news and show dates have yet to be announced. “I’ll be with some really big artists,” she revealed. “We’ll hit the Staples Center three nights in a row in L.A. It’s a really big band.”
Needless to day, Janelle Monae has no plans to slow her creativity down in the least bit. 2011 was clearly her breakthrough year for her album ‘The ArchAndroid.’ After spending much of the year on an international tour, Monae is ready to continue growing. “Everything is about timing. This year was about the beginning of my career and working with established artists. Next year, we’ll step it up a little more,” she said.
Janelle Monae, the stylish and talented singer-songwriter, has announced plans to release two new albums in 2012. As one of the most diverse and innovative artists on the music scene today, this news is sure to excite her many fans around the world. So what can we expect from Janelle’s latest musical offerings? Let’s take a look at what she has planned for us!
The first album will be an EP entitled “Wonderland”, set to hit stores later this year. The second offering will be a full-length studio album called “The Electric Lady”. Both projects are said to feature collaborations with some of pop music’s biggest names, such as Erykah Badu, Miguel, Mark Ronson and Prince. According to reports, both projects were recorded simultaneously over a period of two years in various studios across America and Europe.
With these two exciting releases coming up soon, it looks like 2012 is going to be another great year for Janelle Monae fans everywhere. It remains to be seen how they compare to her previous work but if her past success is anything thing go by then we know that whatever she puts out won’t disappoint.
Artist Background
Janelle Monae is an R&B and soul singer-songwriter from Kansas City, Missouri. She has built a reputation as one of the most innovative artists in modern music with her unique blend of genres that include funk, jazz, hip-hop, soul and electro-pop. Her incredible vocal range and memorable lyrics have made her a mainstay on Billboard’s Hot 100 list since she released her debut album The ArchAndroid in 2010. Now, Janelle Monae is gearing up to release two new albums in 2012.
The first of these will be Electric Lady, which is set for release this summer. This highly anticipated album follows on the heels of her critically acclaimed EP Metropolis: Suite I (The Chase). According to Monae’s website, Electric Lady will be “a sonic tapestry crafted by some of today’s greatest producers like Chuck Lightning & Deep Cotton” featuring collaborations with Erykah Badu, Esperanza Spalding and other special guests.
Monae also plans to put out another album later in 2012 — reportedly titled The Phenomenal Experience — although no details have been announced yet about its content or collaborators. All we know so far is that it promises to continue pushing boundaries musically and lyrically just as all of Janelle Monae’s previous work has done – making it worth waiting for!
Upcoming Projects
Building further on her success, Janelle Monae is now preparing to release two new albums in 2012. First up is Electric Lady – an exploration of funk, jazz and electro-pop that features collaborations with some of today’s biggest names like Erykah Badu and Esperanza Spalding. The album promises a unique sonic tapestry crafted by top producers such as Chuck Lightning & Deep Cotton.
Following close behind Electric Lady will be the mysterious The Phenomenal Experience – an album whose details remain veiled for now. But fans can expect more boundary-pushing music from Monae just as they have come to know and love it; she has promised that this project too will continue forging ahead into uncharted territory.
Monae’s vision of creating something entirely fresh and new within popular genres is inspiring many artists who are looking to make their mark on the music industry. It’ll be exciting to see what she comes up with next!
Conclusion
Janelle Monae is an amazing artist with a strong vision for her future projects. She has announced plans to release two new albums in 2012, something that fans of all genres can get excited about. With the creativity and energy she puts into her music, it will be no surprise if these albums become instant classics.
I’m personally looking forward to hearing what Janelle Monae has in store for us this year. Her work is always innovative and inspiring; I have absolute faith that both of her upcoming projects will exceed expectations. From her voice to her lyrics to her production style, there’s so much originality and soul packed into every one of her songs.
There’s really no other artist out there like Janelle Monae – she stands alone as a unique talent on the music scene today. Whether you’re already a fan or just curious about checking out her sound, keep your eyes peeled for news about the two albums set to arrive in 2012!
