Outkast's Big Boi has joined P. Diddy's Bad Boy to produce Diddy's new prot??g?? Janelle Monae.
Antwan 'Big Boi' Patton will serve as Co-executive producer with Diddy for Monae's debut album 'Metropolis'."What I love about Janelle is that she has a magical ability to bring folks together," stated Big Boi. "And she's one of most inspiring performers ever. I'm proud to be partnering with Puff and the Wondaland Arts Society to introduce her to the world."
"Janelle Mon?íe is one of the most important signings of my career," said Diddy. "Over the years, I've been blessed to work with some of the most influential artists in modern music - from Jodeci to Mary J. to Biggie - and there is no doubt in my mind that Janelle is the kind of artist that changes the game. She is a true visionary, with an original sound and a mesmerizing presence. I can't wait to watch the future unfold for Janelle."
Janelle has worked with Big Boi in the past. She was on the tracks "Call The Law" and "In Your Dreams" on OutKast's "Idlewild" soundtrack, and was featured in the video for the single, "Morris Brown." Big Boi introduced Mon?íe to Diddy.
An EP will be released in June. The album will follow in September.
