Outkast's Antwan 'Big Boi' Patton has signed up to produce the debut album from P Diddy protégé Janelle Monae for Diddy's Bad Boy company. Patton will be a co-exec producer on the new long player, to be called 'Metropolis'.
Confirming his involvement in the project, Patton says: "What I love about Janelle is that she has a magical ability to bring folks together. 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".
Diddy added: "Janelle Monáe is one of the most important signings of my career. 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".
If any of that's true, we should all await her new EP out in June and debut long player due in September with a certain degree of anticipation.