description Maxwell - BLACKsummers'night Overview
"BLACKsummers'night" is the 2009 studio album by American R&B singer Maxwell, released on Columbia Records following an eight-year hiatus. The album serves as the first installment of a conceptual trilogy, emphasizing live instrumentation, particularly horns and strings, over digital production. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and features the widely played singles "Pretty Wings" and "Bad Habits." The album targets audiences of neo-soul and quiet storm, highlighting Maxwell's falsetto and his focus on traditional soul recording techniques.
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Why was there a long gap before the release of Maxwell's album BLACKsummers'night?
The 2009 album was released after an eight-year recording hiatus following his previous album, *Now*. Maxwell spent the time away battling vocal issues and meticulously writing new material. He wanted to ensure his return was artistically flawless and worth the wait.
Did BLACKsummers'night debut at number one?
Yes, the highly anticipated third studio album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. It marked a massive commercial return for the Brooklyn-born neo-soul singer. The album sold over 300,000 copies in its first week of release.
What are the biggest hit singles from Maxwell's BLACKsummers'night?
The album is anchored by the smooth, soulful singles "Pretty Wings" and "Bad Habits." "Pretty Wings" notably earned him a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. The song's haunting melody became a massive radio hit upon release.
Is BLACKsummers'night part of a series of albums?
Yes, the album launched the first installment of a planned trilogy of records by Maxwell. He intended to release the subsequent albums over the following years. He eventually released the second installment, *blackSUMMERS'night*, in 2016.
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