It’s been ten years since Eve [rapper turned actor] released an album, but the “pitbull in a skirt” mc has announced that she will be releasing her studio album “Lip Lock” this fall. In a recent interview with Essence.com Eve talks about the new album, her dream artist whom she’d like to work with, future plans with her longtime boyfriend race car diver Maximillion Cooper and residing in london.
On the new album, Eve says that she’s most proud of the work she’s completed and says fans can expect to see a more mature sound and alot of artistry growth on the new lp.
“You definitely will hear me evolve, and you will hear my growth. But, at the same time, I really wanted to bridge my core audience with where I am now. I didn’t want anybody to feel like they were left out. And, I think I did that.”
On Why It Took So Long to Drop An Album:
“It took a long time just because I wanted to make sure that it was perfect and right. I’m really happy with it. In fact, I’m more than happy with it – I love it!”
On Whom She’d Like To Collaborate With:
“My dream collaboration is with Lauryn Hill. Is that ever gonna happen? Who knows! But there’s still a lot I feel like musically I could do.”
On Music she’s Listening To These Days:
“I listen to every thing – all kinds of stuff. I’ve been obsessed with the Nas and Damian Marley record [Distant Relatives]. I feel like a lot of people haven’t heard it, and it’s amazing.”
On Residing in London and Finding Inspiration:
“Well, I’ve relocated to London, so right now it’s London. I walk everywhere when I’m there. It’s so eclectic. It’s New York on steroids. There are so many cultures and sounds, and people and fashion. Chicks are so fly. I live in a neighborhood where there’s a lot of West Indian culture, so it’s nice. I have to always come back because my mother would kill me if I didn’t, but right now that’s where I’m at.”
Can’t wait to hear the new album!