Wonder's 2016 single "Faith," featuring Ariana Grande, was issued on Republic as part of the soundtrack for the animated film "Sing." He didn't rule out future work with Motown, possibly including his long-discussed "Gospel Inspired by Lula," in honor of his late mother, Lula Mae Hardaway. "Just based on where I was and what they're doing, I thought it would be a good fit," Wonder said. Like the current incarnation of Motown, Republic is part of the Universal Music Group family. Wonder said the Republic deal came about after conversations with Republic founder and CEO Monte Lipman and singer-songwriter India Arie, who has been with the label since 2007. "Even if I’ve left Motown, I never leave Motown," he said. The songs may ultimately become part of a Wonder EP with various artists, he told journalists during a Zoom media event. The two new songs - "Where Is Our Love Song" and "Can’t Put It in the Hands of Fate" - were released Tuesday afternoon on Wonder's new So What the Fuss Music, a label name inspired by his 2005 collaboration with Prince. Wonder has released more than two dozen albums and charted nearly 50 Top 40 hits with Motown and its affiliated labels since joining the Detroit-born company in 1961. Wonder, who signed with Motown Records as an 11-year-old, announced Tuesday he has formed his own label, with two new singles to be distributed by Republic Records - home to hot pop stars such as Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande and Post Malone. Stevie Wonder has released some new music - with a new twist.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |