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Ne-Yo to Release Non-Fiction on January 27th

NeYoSuperstar hitmaker NE-YO returns with his first album in two years, Non-Fiction, which will be released in the U.S. on January 27, 2015 by Motown Records/Compound Entertainment. The international release will follow on February 16. See below for track listing.

Non-Fiction finds NE-YO collaborating with some of the most talented names in music today. Juicy J is featured on the new single, “She Knows,” which was produced by powerhouse pop guru Dr. Luke (Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus). Billboardhailed the track as “spare and hard-hitting” while Complex praised its “traditional R&B style.”

“This track is dedicated to the kind of strong, confident woman who demands attention when she walks in the room. All you can think of is, ‘yeah she knows.’ She knows she is beautiful. She knows all eyes are on her. She knows how to command the room,” explains NE-YO. “Dr. Luke’s production is incredible and J brings his club swag to the track. No matter what the song is about, he can always take the subject matter home.”

Other featured artists include Candice, David Guetta, Jeezy, Charisse Mills, Schoolboy Q and T.I. Time of Our Lives,” NE-YO’s new collaboration with Pitbull, appears on both Non-Fiction and Pitbull’s new album.

The pre-order for Non-Fiction launches today. Fans who pre-order Non-Fictionon iTunes, Google Play, or Amazon will instantly receive “She Knows” feat. Juicy J“Money Can’t Buy” feat. Jeezy and “Religious.” Non-Fiction will be available in standard and deluxe configurations. The iTunes and Target editions of the deluxe album will each contain two additional tracks exclusive to those retailers.

As its title suggests, every song on Non-Fiction is derived from a true story. Some are NE-YO’s own personal tales while others were submitted by fans on social-media platforms like Twitter and Instagram.

“I didn’t just want to tell my story. I like letting people try to guess which is which!” explains NE-YO. “I’m a storyteller: with this album, I wanted to put a magnifying glass on that. I wanted Non-Fiction to feel cinematic: each track gives listeners something entertaining, yet if they take their time with it, they’ll discover different dimensions and subplots.”

NE-YO was joined in the studio by production mainstays from throughout his career such as Shae Taylor and Stargate plus new associates Key Wayne and Glass John and members of his own Compound Music production team, including Corporal. DJ Camper (JAY Z, Kanye West, John Legend) also worked on many tracks.

The new songs are the kind of ultra-relevant narratives blended with powerful hooks that NE-YO became renowned for – both on his own hits like “So Sick,” “Closer” and “Miss Independent” and tracks he’s helped craft for Rihanna, Beyoncé, Celine Dion, Carrie Underwood, Whitney Houston, Pitbull, Ciara and many others.Non-Fiction follows his late 2012 release, R.E.D. (Realizing Every Dream), which received stellar reviews. USA Today noted, “There isn’t a more natural singer/songwriter in contemporary R&B than NE-YO” and The Washington Post hailed him as an “extremely gifted and versatile songwriter.” NE-YO‘s first three studio albums debuted at No. 1 on the SoundScan chart and were all certified RIAA Platinum. He is a three-time GRAMMY® winner and a two-time winner at the BET, MOBO and Soul Train Music awards.

Track Listing – Non-Fiction

Standard Edition

  1. Run feat. Schoolboy Q
  2. Integrity feat. Charisse Mills
  3. One More feat. T.I.
  4. Who’s Taking You Home feat. David Guetta
  5. Time of Our Lives with Pitbull
  6. Coming With You
  7. Good Morning
  8. Make It Easy
  9. Money Can’t Buy feat. Jeezy
  10. Religious
  11. She Knows feat. Juicy J
  12. She Said I’m Hood Tho feat. Candice
  13. Story Time
  14. Congratulations

 

 

Ne-Yo Headlines 2013 Soul Beach Music Festival

neyoThree–time Grammy Award-Winning Motown Recording Artist Ne-Yo will headline the 2013 Soul Beach Music Festival being held May 22-27 in Aruba. Bringing his sensational collection of Billboard chart-topping, dance-pop/R&B sophistication and a presence of style reminiscent of all things spectacular, Ne-Yo will headline the main stage of the Nikki Beach Amphitheatre closing night, Sunday, May 26.  As Festival-goers escape to the perfect spot, a live stage performance cresting over the Caribbean Sea, megastar songwriter and artist Ne-Yo will splash into an unforgettable set that is sure to release a harmonious mist of grandeur on Memorial Day weekend. R.E.D. (“Realizing Every Dream”), Ne-Yo’s Motown released album, is his 5th creation of wonder for the Universal Music Group and adds provenance to being named Senior Vice President of A&R for Motown, a coveted role at one of America’s most prestigious blue-chip record labels. The 2013 Soul Beach Music Festival in Aruba has something for everyone.

“Aruba is proud to welcome Ne-Yo to Aruba. International and local fans can expect a spectacular performance at the Soul Beach Music Festival. The festival gets better every year and Aruba is looking beautiful with all the upgrades we’ve introduced in the city of Oranjestad. I am sure artists and fans alike will have a lot of fun at the festival and in Aruba,” said Otmar Oduber, Minister of Tourism, Transportation and Labor.

“We are thrilled to bring the exciting performer and international start Ne-Yo to the 2013 Soul Beach Music Festival in Aruba,” said Mark Adkins, producer. “Fans can look forward to an amazing weekend of great performances on the exceptional island of Aruba this Memorial Day Weekend along with a combination of sizzling beach parties, luscious dining and plush Night Club after parties.”

The 2013 Soul Beach Music Festival will roll out more highly anticipated announcements of main stage performing artists in the weeks to come. For information about ticket sales, accommodations and the latest updates sign up for CLUB SOUL BEACH, visit http://www.soulbeach.net or http://www.aruba.com. Join the Soul Beach Music Festival community: follow us on Twitter @SoulBeachMusic and become a fan of 2013 Soul Beach Music Festival on www.Facebook.com/soulbeachmusic.

Behind The Music Celebrates 15th Season With New Episodes

VH1’s five-time Emmy Award-nominated documentary series “Behind The Music” returns to focus on eight of today’s most influential icons in the music world. The series launches its landmark 15th year since inception with a  roster of top artists including: NE-YO , Nicole Scherzinger , Gym Class Heroes , Toni Braxton , T.I. (updated), P!nk (updated) and the previously announced Carrie Underwood and Train .

The franchise is also expanding on VH1.com with the addition of “Behind the Song,” a companion series of original, standalone mini episodes where select artists discuss the inspiration behind a signature song. The new season will premiere Sunday, September 16, 2012 at 9pm ET/PT.

“Behind The Music: NE-YO” Airs Sunday, September 23 at 9pm ET/PT. “Behind The Music: NE-YO” will show exclusive footage of the young singer/songwriter performing on Showtime at the Apollo as a member of the boy band Envy. The band opened up for then up-and-coming R&B girl group Destiny’s Child.  Years later, after getting career-making breaks from Jay-Z and LA Reid (who is interviewed in the episode), NE-YO would go-on to write one of Beyonce’s biggest hits, (“Irreplaceable”) as well as write and/or produce for Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Rihanna and others. He is one of the last artists to work with Michael Jackson, his idol. Additional topics in the episode include past heartbreaks, his current relationship and his love of fatherhood.

“Behind The Music: Nicole Scherzinger” Airs Sunday, October 7 at 9pm ET/PT. On “Behind The Music: Nicole Scherzinger,” the singer discusses the road to stardom and the struggles along the way, including her relentless lifelong drive to be successful. She will open up for the first time about the behind-the-scenes tension that came with the mega success of the Pussycat Dolls. She also shares how her relationship with current boyfriend, race car driver Lewis Hamilton has changed her life.

“Behind The Music: Gym Class Heroes” Airs Sunday, October 14 at 9pm ET/PT.  In “Behind The Music: Gym Class Heroes” Alternative/hip-hop group Gym Class Heroes first catapulted to international stardom in 2007 with their #1 hit “Cupid’s Chokehold/Breakfast In America,” which set the record for holding the top spot on the Top 40 radio charts for the most consecutive weeks by a band, and helped earn them the “Best New Artist” award at the MTV Video Awards that same year.  As a solo artist, Gym Class Heroes frontman Travie McCoy was responsible for one of the biggest songs of 2010 with his smash single “Billionaire (featuring Bruno Mars).”  Last year, Gym Class Heroes scored their second #1 hit with “Stereo Hearts” (featuring Adam Levine), the lead single from their fourth Decaydance/Fueled By Ramen release, The Papercut Chronicles II.  The album also spawned the Top 5 smash “Ass Back Home (featuring Neon Hitch)” and their current single “The Fighter (featuring Ryan Tedder)” whose companion music video features Olympic gymnast John Orozco.

Behind The Music: Toni Braxton” Airs Sunday, October 28 at 9pm ET/PT. In “Behind The Music: Toni Braxton,” the ultimate R&B icon and survivor speaks candidly and openly for the first time about her roller coaster career journey: her health struggles, including her diagnosis with lupus and her son’s autism, and sets the record straight on her two bankruptcy filings. Despite the setbacks, her career accomplishments are phenomenal and this compelling, eye-opening story will be one that viewers will never forget.

“Behind the Music: T.I.” (Updated) Airs Sunday, November 4 at 9pm ET/PT. In “Behind the Music: T.I.”  (aka Clifford Harris Jr.) will catch up with the prolific rapper in the eventful 3 years since his last “Behind the Music” special. T.I. ‘s update will include the artist and wife Tiny discussing both stints in prison and lessons learned.  He also discusses his wedding to Tiny, their hit reality show, “T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle,” (returning to VH1 September 3 at 9pm ), his life as a husband and father, as well as his growing acting career, the publication of his book and the upcoming release of his highly anticipated 8th studio album.

“Behind The Music: P!nk” (Updated) Airs Tuesday, November 13 at 10pm ET/PT. In “Behind The Music: P!nk” will discuss how motherhood has changed her life as well as her continued career success since her previous “Behind the Music” special. The show will also include new interviews with P!nk and her husband, Carey Hart.

VH1.com will also be home to extended interviews and footage from each episode, including “Behind the Song,” a series of stand-alone webisodes and interviews that tell the story behind the making and/or meaning of specific songs by select artists. Follow @VH1 on Twitter and use hashtag #BehindTheMusic to discuss the series. “Like” VH1 on Facebook for updates, bonus video and other exclusives.