Inertia and Ninja Tune have just announced the signing of the forward thinking and influential songstress Kelis, and the release of her new album ‘Food’ for 25 April 2014.

With two Grammy nominations, Platinum and Gold records, BRIT, Q and NME awards and dozens of top 10 singles to her name, Kelis is an artist who needs no introduction. She has collaborated with the likes of Bjork, Raphael Saadiq, Moby, Outkast, P Diddy and Skream to name just a few, and her collaboration with Calvin Harris on ‘Bounce’ went straight into the top 10, peaking at number 7 on the ARIA Single Charts as well as achieving triple platinum status. Entirely produced by Dave Sitek (founder of TV On The Radio and producer for the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Liars and Foals amongst others), her new album is a homecoming for Kelis: a soul record that’s as raw and alternative as it is classic. ‘Food’ is a startling combination of Kelis’ most frank and vulnerable vocals to date, and Sitek’s inimitable sonic imprint. Littered with transcendent, Spector-esque lift, warm bottom ends and vast depth, the music is the perfect backdrop for Kelis’ unique voice. The latter has only improved with time and experience, and the album candidly explores pain, happiness and everything in between.

Kelis says of the signing:

“I’m really happy to be partnering with Ninja Tune on my new record. This is the album I’ve wanted to make for a long time and I want the team around me to be as excited and energetic about it as I am. I’m also very happy to be working with some of the most creative people in the industry.”

Take a listen to her collaboration with Skream below and stay tuned for more info on the album as we get it.