There's two more months left in 2007 and November and December figure to be two of the biggest months of the year for new R&B music as far as star power goes. This month, the third studio album by Alicia Keys is coming out, as well as the sophomore effort by teen superstar Chris Brown and a concept album by the Queen of Soul herself, Aretha Franklin. There's also a couple of concert DVDs coming - one featuring Beyonce and the other showcasing Amy Winehouse. For the full list, have a look below.
"As I Am," Alicia Keys
Album cover © J Records.
The third studio album by Alicia Keys, led by the first single, "No One," is due out in the U.S. on Nov. 13.
"Exclusive," Chris Brown
Album cover © Jive Records.
The sophomore album by this teenage R&B-pop superstar, featuring the hit "Kiss Kiss," will be released by Jive Records on Nov. 6.
"American Gangster: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack," Various Artists
Soundtrack cover © Def Jam Recordings.
The soundtrack to the Denzel Washington movie features new Soul music by Anthony Hamilton and Hank Shocklee, as well as old-school classics by Bobby Womack, the Staple Singers and others. The album will be in stores on Nov. 6. (Note: this album should not be confused with the Jay-Z release of the same title).
"Motown: A Journey Through Hitsville USA," Boyz II Men
Album cover © Motown.
This is a concept album, with Boyz II Men doing remakes of classic Motown songs like "Just My Imagination," (originally by The Temptations), "Ribbon in the Sky" (Stevie Wonder) and "The Tracks of My Tears" (Smokey Robinson & The Miracles). The album, which was produced by Randy Jackson (of "American Idol" fame), will be in stores Nov. 13.
"Jewels in the Crown: Duets with the Queen of Soul," Aretha Franklin
This compilation features duets between Aretha and Fantasia, Mariah Carey, John Legend and Mary J. Blige, among others. It'll be in stores Nov. 13.
"Trust Me," Craig David
The latest release by the smooth British R&B-pop singer is due out Nov. 12 in the U.K. A release date in the United States hasn't yet been scheduled.
"The Beyoncé Experience - Live at Staples Center," Beyonce (DVD)
This concert DVD, which features Beyonce Knowles and her all-girl band performing in Los Angeles, will be released Nov. 20.
"I Told You I Was Trouble: Amy Winehouse Live from London," Amy Winehouse (DVD)
The first (and maybe last) concert DVD by troubled singer Brit soul singer Amy Winehouse is due in stores Nov. 13.
"Jordin Sparks," Jordin Sparks
Album cover © J Records.The self-titled debut album by the winner of the 2007 season of American Idol is due out Nov. 20 on J Records.
