By Karu F. Daniels, AOL Black Voices
She may have been making a name for herself with a recent slew of high-powered acting projects, but Macy Gray is getting back into the swing of things -- on the music front.
On March 27, the Grammy Award winning artist will release her long-awaited new album titled 'BIG.'
This go round, the Avant-garde Alterna-soul diva isn't associated with Sony Music Group's Epic Records (where she became a crossover pop success); the opus will be released through the will.i.am music group, distributed via Geffen Records.
According to a label rep, the 12-track set --recorded mostly at The Record Plant in Los Angeles -- will include collaborations with a motley mix of top-notch talent, including Justin Timberlake, Natalie Cole, Nas, Ron Fair, Jared & Whitey, and label-mate Stacy "Fergie" Ferguson.
Will.i.am, the front man for the hip-pop band Black Eyed Peas, will helm the production of the project.
Sounds like fun.
Born Natalie McIntyre in Canton, Ohio, Gray first burst onto the music scene in 1999 with her debut release "On How Life Is" and the massive hit single "I Try." The album went on to sell 7 million copies worldwide and Macy won a Grammy for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
Subsequent albums failed to ignite the same spark with mainstream music listeners, but Gray successfully transcended into that acting profession with memorable roles in Antoine Fuqua's 'Training Day,' 'Lackawanna Blues,' 'Shadowboxer' and 'Idlewild.'
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By: Landie on 2/06/2007 1:48AM
It's nice to see that Macy Gray is back. I think she has a unique voice. This time she has a good choice of individuals collaborating with her. Much success to you Ms. Gray.
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By: missbridge on 2/06/2007 11:00AM
that's a fierce pic of miss macy love it!
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By: Afiya on 2/06/2007 12:46PM
I luv Macy...moreso her acting than her singing...
Her new style here is....how should I say this....different for her...
But do yo thang Macy.
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By: Stacy H. on 2/06/2007 3:39PM
Macy Gray looks awesome!
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By: Padua on 2/08/2007 10:17AM
I am a HUGE fan of Macy Gray. I am looking forward to her return to the music scene. I loved all of her albums. I love the fact that she is EXACTLY who she is and the world accepts that.Quirky , funky , talented ,and most of all still Macy !!!
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By: Sandy on 2/08/2007 6:03PM
Right on, Beautiful Macy!!! Looking foward to hearing her "New Jams!"
Can we hear a preview online?
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By: Quintina on 2/08/2007 5:26PM
Macy (Nat), congratulations on the new CD. As one of your biggest fans I had been waiting patiently for its arrival and now pray that you garner much success as I am sure you will be deserving of. I can't wait for the tour. :) Much Luv, your old roomie!
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By: Carol on 2/08/2007 6:03PM
Macy Gray looks absolutely wonderful.I love her in the movies, but I'm glad to see that she is giving us a taste of that voice again----Much love Macy!
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By: roz on 2/08/2007 7:42PM
I think its a shame people cant hear past her voice.The women is very talented. She writes and sings most all her own stuff.Her lyrics are deep and have a story to tell.If you dont get her 2nd or 3rd album your missing out in a big way.She is my favorite female singer and i am a macy gray fantatic!
Fancee636
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By: Roslyn on 2/08/2007 8:36PM
Hey Macy love ya gurl, you go girl, miss you.
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