by Noted soul singer Sade is officially confirmed for a follow up to 2000s “Lover’s Rock,” her first effort in nearly nine years ! Recognized widely for her brand of soul, sometimes called “quiet storm,” Sade scored multi-Platinum success with 1992s “Love Deluxe” and later followed with Lover’s Rock. According to Sony, Sade is in the studio now, with plans to release an as-yet-untitled album by years end. “She is in the studio and the album will come when it is ready,” a source from Sony confirmed with Billboard. “You don’t wait for years for one and then rush it.” Longtime bandmate Stuart Matthewman is confirmed for the project. “The Sweetest Taboo,” “Smooth Operator,” and “Your Love Is King” are amongst Sade’s hits.
