Anyone whose had the pleasure of knowing singer, songwriter, pianist and reality television star K. Michelle since her childhood is aware that she was destined to be the woman she is today. Now that K’s putting reality television on the backburner and her music career to the forefront, she’s gearing up for the Rebellious Soul release with a 10-city summer tour that she promises will feature her live piano skills. The singer’s first full-length will offer a classic, mature sound in the vain of favorite singers like Whitney Houston and Mary J. Blige. To assure this sound, Michelle worked with mastermind producers like Pop & Oak (Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Big Sean) and Eric Hudson (Kanye West, Ne-Yo, Trey Songz). The result is what she describes as an “old-school” but “aggressive and urgent” music feel. Expect the guest list of vocalists to include Elle Varner and Michelle’s mentor R. Kelly, who will also embrace some maestro duties.
After years of professional and personal lows but mostly highs, it’s time for the once diamond in the rough to be recognized for the true gem that she is. The stars are aligning for Tennessee’s daughter, and she couldn’t be more pleased. “I’m really at a point in my life where I wanna work on myself and just be happy,” she says. “I don’t want any drama. I just want to create that music that makes you feel so good.”
