Aaliyah’s posthumous studio album ‘Unstoppable’ will be released this month, according to her uncle Barry Hankerson.
The new collection is the first to be released following the passing of the singer, aged just 22, in a plane crash in 2001.
A single, Poison, featuring The Weeknd, has already been issued on digital platforms, and Hankerson tells ‘The Geno Jones Show’ the full LP isn’t far behind.
“One of the songs that’s out now is doing incredibly well. And that’s the song that she did with [The] Weeknd,” he says.
“Because of that success, we think it’ll only get better with people such as Ne-Yo and Snoop Dogg, Future, and Drake — one of her biggest fans.
“Those are the features that’ll be on the record and that’ll be out in January.”
Last year, Aaliyah’s records were finally added to streaming services, after her estate resolved “all the issues in freeing her music” for use across digital platforms.
In a statement at the time, they said: “We hear you and we see you. While we share your sentiments and desire to have Aaliyah’s music released, we must acknowledge that these matters are not within our control and, unfortunately, take time.
“Our inability to share Aaliyah’s music and artistry with the world has been as difficult for us as it has been for all of you. Our priority has always been and will continue to be Aaliyah’s music.”
They added: “In the meantime, however, we are working diligently to protect what is in our control – Aaliyah’s brand, legacy, and intellectual property.
“In doing so, we will continue to release unique and exciting projects to keep Aaliyah’s legacy and light shining.
“While we understand this may be challenging, we need the support of the fans Aaliyah loved so dearly, until we can resolve all the issues in freeing her music.
“Undoubtedly, we understand how frustration can lead to angry and disappointment. However, we ask all of you for your continued support and love as we aim to achieve these goals for all of you and our babygirl.
“We appreciate you.”
