Itâs been over five years since soul songstress Goapele released her third studio album âChange It All,â and she has been working on the follow-up ever since. The forthcoming set, âMilk & Honey,â will illustrate Goapeleâs sexiness, as she recently stated, pushing her to do a proper release.
âIâm really excited about it. Iâve been working on it for the past couple of years and itâs a little bolder, lyrically; just showing the range of my emotions,â Goapele tells Singersroom. âThis one is more focused personally.â
Goapele continues, âJust really making sure itâs the right album at the end of the day and put [it] out in the right way. That means a lot to me.â
Another reason Goapele wants to make sure things go right is marketing, an obstacle that she faced with her last effort.
âI wish that the âChange It Allâ album got more support than it did, but I feel like Iâm in a good place right now where I really do feel that Iâm free to make whatever decisions that I want on whatever timeline I want,â she says.
Goapele has been a staple in the R&B and soul music scene for over two decades. Her latest album, ‘Milk & Honey’ was set to release this summer but due to circumstances out of her control it’s now been delayed until further notice. In an exclusive interview with Goapele we discuss the making of ‘Milk & Honey’, what fans can expect from the project, and how she is dealing with the delay during these troubled times.
The Oakland native has released six studio albums throughout her career and has collaborated with some of music’s biggest names including Snoop Dogg, E-40, Talib Kweli and more. Despite having built such a huge fan base over the years, Goapele still remains humble as ever – continuing to make honest music that speaks directly from her heart.
From its deeply personal lyrics to smooth production, ‘Milk & Honey’ promises to be one of Goapele’s best projects yet. Stay tuned for our exclusive interview where we get up close and personal with Goapele about all things ‘Milk & Honey’!
Artist Background
Goapele is an Oakland-based R&B and soul artist who has been making music since 2001. She’s released five albums, with her latest offering being the much-anticipated ‘Milk & Honey’ album in 2019. The project was originally slated for a 2018 release but was delayed due to differences between Goapele and her record label at the time.
The delay gave fans more time to anticipate what would come from this new work, as well as giving Goapele time to really hone in on her creative vision for the project. In addition to having complete creative control over the songwriting process, she also took charge of producing and arranging many of the tracks. This allowed her to take full ownership of every aspect of creating this album – something that wasn’t always possible when working with a major label.
Because of this autonomy, ‘Milk & Honey’ gives listeners an intimate insight into Goapele’s personal journey through different sounds and textures that are unique to her artistry. It is truly a bolder step forward for the singer-songwriter and one that will no doubt resonate deeply with longtime supporters while introducing fans all over the world to her captivating soundscapes.
Album Overview
Goapele’s ‘Milk & Honey’ is a breathtaking collection of soulful music that speaks to the heart and resonates with listeners on an emotional level. Taking cues from her previous work, she seamlessly blends R&B and hip-hop influences into a unique sonic palette full of lush melodies, mellow grooves and raw lyricism.
The album is filled with moments of passion, introspection and growth – something that really comes through in tracks like “Power,” which showcases Goapele’s empowering message about reclaiming one’s power over life circumstances. Other standout cuts include “Lullaby” featuring Omar Apollo, where Goapele reflects fondly on love lost; as well as the steamy duet with Joe Hertz titled “Wanna Be,” which celebrates self-love and romantic connection.
At its core, ‘Milk & Honey’ stands as a testament to Goapele’s creative journey while also allowing fans to join her along the way. Through her captivating voice and intricate songwriting, each track radiates with confidence, insightfulness and hope – making this record truly bolder than ever before.
Conclusion
I. Artist Background
Goapele has been a musical force for 20 years, with her soulful sound and socially conscious lyrics resonating with fans all over the world. She’s released five studio albums to date, including 2017’s Dreamseeker EP which was nominated for Best R&B Album at the 2018 Soul Train Awards. Now Goapele is back with her long-awaited album Milk & Honey – a bolder, more mature offering than anything she’s done before.
II. Album Overview
Milk & Honey offers an exploration of love in its many forms, from romantic to platonic, family and self-love; it also touches on themes such as faith and identity. The project features collaborations with Grammy Award winning producers like Salaam Remi and Symbolyc One (S1), as well as guest appearances by artists including Nasir Jones and BJ the Chicago Kid. At 16 tracks deep, this album is sure to be one of Goapele’s most ambitious works yet.
III Conclusion
It’s clear that this new album will showcase Goapele’s evolution as an artist – both musically and lyrically. With production from some of today’s top talent alongside meaningful messages about identity, relationships and social issues, Milk & Honey promises to be an uplifting experience for everyone who listens! I’m looking forward to hearing what Goapele has created with this latest project – I know it won’t disappoint!
Since 2005, Singersroom has been the voice of R&B around the world. Connect with us via social media below.
