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Kehlani performs at iHeartRadio Y100’s Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One.
Main Insights:
- The upcoming album from Kehlani marks a significant evolution in her musical style and is expected to feature an unprecedented number of collaborations.
- Confirmed artists include Usher and Brandy, with potential contributions from Ne-Yo, Tank, and Jermaine dupri.
- This highly anticipated album is set to be released in the spring season under the executive production of Khris Riddick-Tynes.
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A New Era for Kehlani’s Music
<< p>The excitement surrounding Kehlani’s forthcoming album has reached new heights. The Oakland-based artist (who identifies with she/they pronouns) recently revealed that this project will showcase more collaborations than any previous work. During an interview on January 7 with Inked magazine, she provided fans with further insights into what they can expect when the album drops this spring.
<< p>“I have significantly more collaborations than I’ve ever had before, and these are all artists I genuinely admire,” Kehlani shared with the publication. “What’s remarkable about this project is that it doesn’t feel like a collection of random features; every collaboration feels authentic and well thoght out.”
<< p>“Everyone involved truly loves the music we’re creating,” they continued. “I’m collaborating with people I respect deeply in this industry, which makes it even more exciting.” While specific details about additional featured artists remain under wraps, Usher and Brandy have been confirmed as collaborators on the project.
<< h3 > studio Sessions & Collaborations< / h3 >
<< p > Just last month, during a conversation with Rolling Stone magazine, Kehlani mentioned working alongside Tank, Ne-Yo, Jermaine Dupri, and Bryan-Michael Cox in the studio—tho it’s yet to be seen if their contributions will make it onto the final tracklist. Notably, Khris Riddick-Tynes—known for his work on “Folded”—is serving as executive producer for this full-length endeavor.< / p >
<< h3 > Album Progress & Anticipation< / h3 >
<< p > The good news is that during her chat with Inked magazine , Kehlani indicated that her new album is ”almost finished,” suggesting that fans won’t have to wait long for announcements regarding its tracklist or cover art.< / p >
<<< h3 > Grammy Nominations< / h3 >
<<< p > Next month at the 2026 Grammy Awards ,“Folded” will compete in two categories: Best R&B Song against summer Walker’s “Heart Of A Woman,” Chris Brown’s “It Depends,” Durand Bernarr’s “Overqualified,” and Leon Thomas’ “YES IT IS.”< / p >
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In addition to Best R&B Song , Kehlani will also vie for Best R&B Performance against Walker again along with Brown; justin bieber’s “YUKON”; and Thomas’ “MUTT (live from NPR’s tiny Desk).” Winners are set to be announced on february 1 during a live ceremony broadcast from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena.< /p >