Ne-Yo - Self ExplanatoryNe Yo "Self Explanatory" Coming off his latest singles Stay Down (feat. Yung Bleu) and Don't Love Me, Ne Yo returns with his highly anticipated eighth studio album, Self Explanatory, which also includes features from Jeremih, Trippie Redd and more. Infused with his classic R&B sound, Ne Yo says that the record will "pull on some heartstrings, give you a reason to dance, [and] give you some music to clean the house on Sunday." Out now via Motown

Such musically and emotionally resonant tunes as 'Bar Tabac

The irony is not lost on us

the vocal side is somewhat weak

Aimé Césaire was part of a struggle for political independence and cultural recognition of the black worlds

namely a solo recital

John Cale and Rory Gallagher

I think every song in this record is about a beginning hidden in an ending

as he reaches new lyrical depths exploring themes of family

Them Crooked Vultures

influenced by Cajun music

Alissa Mercurio Rowe is an active choralAlissa Rowe conductor

who tracked down and interviewed the artists