Everything Music. Everything News. Everything live.

Erykah Badu Reportedly Working on Long-Awaited New Album

Raph_PH, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
Raph_PH, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Erykah Badu, the neo-soul pioneer revered for her influential and distinct contribution to music, is making waves with the announcement that she is currently working on her first studio album in 15 years. The legendary musician last graced the world with an album in 2010, New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh). Her innovative sound has always left a lasting impact, and fans have eagerly awaited her return to the studio. This upcoming project is set to be produced solely by The Alchemist, a notable name in the hip-hop world known for collaborating with artists like Freddie Gibbs and Earl Sweatshirt.

Badu's career, marked by her ability to blend genres and reinvent traditional sounds, has been a journey of artistic evolution. Her previous work, including albums such as Baduizm, helped define the neo-soul genre, offering a blend of R&B, jazz, and hip hop. Despite taking a decade-long hiatus from producing full-length albums, Badu has remained active in the music scene through live performances and sporadic collaborations. Her emphasis on live performance over recording, as she revealed in various interviews, underscores her identity as primarily a performance artist. “I tour eight months out of the year for the past 25 years,” Badu explained, highlighting her passion for live engagement and the instant connection it fosters with audiences.

The announcement of a new album has generated considerable excitement, especially with The Alchemist at the helm. This collaboration with The Alchemist promises a fresh, genre-blurring sound that aligns with her history of musical innovation. The Alchemist's recent works, including collaborations with other hip-hop heavyweights, suggest that the partnership with Badu could yield an album both groundbreaking and rooted in the raw, authentic emotion typical of her music catalog.

As fans await the release of her new album, there's palpable excitement about what Badu will bring forward in this next chapter. Her return to the studio is not just a continuation of a legacy but an opportunity to redefine it, much as she did with her previous milestone projects. This new album will likely capture the essence of her career: a blend of spontaneity, depth, and innovation, reminding the world once again why Erykah Badu is not just a musician but a transformative icon in the realm of music and beyond.

Key Takeaways

Related Stories

Kate Nash Birmingham Pride, UK - 25 May 2019

Kate Nash Unveils Powerful New Single ‘GERM’

Kate Nash, renowned for her ability to intertwine social commentary with catchy melodies, has once again ignited conversations with her…

Caleb Followill of Kings of Leon iHeartRadio ALTer EGO, Show, The Forum, Los Angeles, California, USA - 15 Jan 2022

Kings of Leon Cancels UK/European Dates Due To ‘Freak Accident’

Kings of Leon, a prominent name in the rock music scene, recently announced the unfortunate cancellation of their much-anticipated UK…

Jason Bonham of Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience performs at Hard Rock Live held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Hollywood, Florida, USA - 12 Nov 2023 Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience in concert, Hard Rock Live held, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Hollywood, Florida, USA - 12 Nov 2023

Jason Bonham Extends Tour & Adds North American Dates

Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening is amplifying its celebration of the 50th anniversary of Led Zeppelin’s eminent album “Physical Graffiti”…

Billy Strings Austin City Limits Music Festival, Weekend 1, Day 3, Texas, USA - 06 Oct 2019

Billy Strings Returns To The 2025 Bluegrass Festival

The rise of Billy Strings in the bluegrass world has been nothing short of phenomenal, marked by both his musical…

John Butler Trio performs during the Solidays festival in Paris, France, on June 22, 2019. 2019 Solidays Festival - Paris, France - 22 Jun 2019

John Butler Announces New Solo Album ‘PRISM’

John Butler, the renowned Australian musician, is poised for an impactful return with the release of his new solo album,…

Thom Yorke of The Smile Festival d'ete de Quebec, Day 9, Quebec City, Canada - 14 Jul 2023

Thom Yorke Releases New Song “Dialing In”

Thom Yorke, the iconic frontman of Radiohead and The Smile, has unveiled a new track entitled “Dialing In,” which serves…

Bono attending the "Bono: Stories Of Surrender" red carpet at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 16, 2025 in Cannes, France. "Bono: Stories Of Surrender" Red Carpet - 78th Annual Cannes Film Festival, France - 16 May 2025

Bono Supports Springsteen Saying ‘There’s Only One Boss in America’

In a recent series of media appearances, U2’s Bono has become a vocal ally of Bruce Springsteen in the ongoing…

Tim Mcilrath Lead Singer and Guitarist of the Chicago-based Melodic Hardcore Band Rise Against Performs During Their Concert at the Annual Volt Festival in Sopron 208 Kms West of Budapest Hungary 02 July 2015 the Festival Runs From 01 to 04 July 2015 and Presents International Acts on 15 Stages Hungary Sopron Hungary Music Festival - Jul 2015

Rise Against Announces First New Album In Four Years

In a significant return, Chicago’s punk rock stalwarts, Rise Against, have announced their first album in over four years, titled…

James "J.Y." Young and Tommy Shaw of Styx perform at Hard Rock Live held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, Florida, USA - 12 Jan 2025 Styx in concert at Hard Rock Live held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, Florida, USA - 12 Jan 2025

Styx Confirms New Concept Album

Rock legends Styx are set to make waves again with their latest studio effort, “Circling From Above.” This album represents…