Janelle Monáe - the future of black music

[aaktt]

Young & gifted member of Purple Ribbon Allstars who made an appearance on the latest OutKast's album - 'Idlewild'. She also can be found on the compilation 'Got Purp? Vol. 2' from which came her first digital single called 'Lettin' Go'. On August, 24th the premiere of her debut album 'Metropolis: The Chase Suite I Of IV' took place. Her music is a breathe of fresh air and seems to be the future of black r'n'b music. Let me intruduce you - Janelle Monáe!

In one of her interviews (for Vibe mag as far as I remember) she said that one of her inspirations is Lauryn Hill. I think it can be heard in some tracks. Listen and write what you think.

Discography: (so far)
2005: Peachtree Blues (Digital Single)
2006: Lettin' Go (Digital Single)
2006: Metropolis (unreleased; leaked)
2007: Violet Stars Happy Hunting (Maxi Single)
2007: Metropolis: The Chase Suite I Of IV

[Moderator]

Cool...i'll check her out

[aaktt]

& what do you think?

[Moderator]

I think she's very good. It's defintely got a lot of energy. It's gonna take time for her to really become a household name though...but she sounds very talented.

[Cierra]

she's good
different
i have to warm up to her though

[Moderator]

yeah, me too

[lustevie]

gooood voice