The Atlantic Records threesome hit the Grammy stage for a memorable performance.
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Janelle Monae teams up with labelmates B.o.B and Lupe Fiasco for the “Wondamix” of her The ArchAndroid (Suites II and III) single. The album is in stores and available on iTunes now.
DOWNLOAD: Janelle Monae feat. B.o.B & Lupe Fiasco – Tightrope (Wondamix) | Mediafire
In Friday’s Daily Noise, brought to you by Fuse and Billboard.com, Bill Werde chats with rising star Janelle Monae, who has just released “The Archandroid,” which includes the second and third parts of her four-suite concept album series. Monae talks about the inspiration for her unique personal style, the futuristic concepts behind “Archandroid” and previous album “Metropolis,” and the importance of both recording and live performance. She also talks about her Wondaland Arts Society label, which will release an album by “The Archandroid” collaborators Deep Cotton. – Billboard
PREVIOUSLY: Janelle Monae’s Album Release Concert @ The Highline Ballroom (Pics)
Is Janelle Monae the saviour of mainstream Black music- let alone one of the most unique, original and fearless artists of our generation? Will we be talking about her with reverence in 20 years time? Is this the year she makes her mark on Planet Earth? If you haven’t heard her debut LP yet, it’s a vision bordering on modern classic. If you haven’t seen her live, then little can prepare you.
We sat down with the fiercely intelligently woman many believe to be a once-in-a-lifetime flesh, blood & spirit embodiment of performance artistry, to discuss such matters as:
-Why she’s still a child
-Her live performances
-Her alter-ego Cindy Mayweather…
-Androids!
-The process & intentions behind her debut LP ‘The Archandroid’
-The deeper meaning behind her trademark outfit
-Erykah Badu
-And a great deal more as we gain insight into this enigmatic woman.Also featuring live footage shot by us at her Cargo gig last November-perhaps one of the most unforgettable musical nights we’ve ever had.
PREVIOUSLY: Janelle Monae ft. Big Boi- Tight Rope (Video)
MTV will play the entire visual this coming Wednesday of Janelle Monáe’s first single from The Arch Android, due out on May 18th.
PREVIOUSLY: Janelle Monáe – Cold War
Another one off Janelle Monáe’s The ArchAndroid which drops May 18th. Edit: Shake says the previous version of “Cold War” floating around was a web rip from her website. Here’s the CDQ thanks to him.
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Janelle Monáe – Cold War [CDQ]
PREVIOUSLY: Janelle Monae x Big Boi – Tightrope
Here’s the lead single from Janelle Monae’s forthcoming The ArchAndroid album set to release on May 18th via Wondaland Arts Society/Bad Boy/Atlantic. Big Boi is also co-executive producing the project.
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