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Alicia Key’s Production “Resort to Love” Set to Air on Netflix

Alicia Keys’ production Resort to Love is set to premiere in a living room near you.

Last year marked the beginning of production for Key’s new film. Production is a wrap, and the movie is soon to air to the anticipation of many of her fans. According to a press write-up, Resort to Love is your typical romantic comedy. The plot centers on a budding pop star who finds herself in a bit of a love triangle between her ex and his fiancé. Ironically, Erica manages to get a booking at an exotic location. To her surprise, she will be singing at her ex’s wedding. And with an ex, his fiancé, and pending nuptials at a beautiful island location, what could go wrong?

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The movie has a roster of stars, including Jay Pharoah, Christina Milan, Sinqua Walls, and a seasoned director. Steven Tsuchida, director of films Life Size2 and Cobra Kai, knows what he is doing, And undoubtedly, he will be working his magic on the film.

There is some buzz surrounding this film. But not all the talk is positive, as some are calling the plotline cheesy. But the movie is yet to air, so we chalk that up to typical arm-chair critique.

Alicia Key is well-known in the industry for her musicianship and artistry.

Her uniqueness was refreshing and a boon to the industry. Alicia brought sophistication and classical flavor to R&B that was not prevalent at the time. She was a master at her craft.  And no one would deny that her musicianship was on another level. What more would one expect from a former  Valedictorian of a Performing Arts School in Manhattan? She blew everyone away with her debut album “Song’s in A minor.” And according to a source, that album went platinum five times over, earning her five Grammys. Her shine has been inextinguishable ever since. And there is no expectation for mediocrity with her work in film.

Furthermore, this is not Alicia’s first production.

Alicia is also noted as a producer on the Netflix movie Work it! So, needless to say, she knows what she’s doing. With that said, here’s to hoping that she proves all those armchair critics wrong. For those looking to peep Keys’ new film Resort to Love, you can catch it on Netflix on July 29th.

Renae Richardson|

Discover a little more about Alicia Keys in our retrospective article.

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Alicia Reminisces About Auditioning to Cover Prince’s “How Come You Don’t Call Me.”

In a recent podcast interview, Alicia reveals her experience with Prince before covering “How Come You Don’t Call Me.”

“How Come You Don’t Call Me” was first released in 1982 by Prince. Alicia once told the media that an A&R representative and her manager introduced her to the track.

“They gave me a copy of the song on tape,”

Keys must have fallen in love with that track because of a story about requesting permission to cover Prince’s song, which she revealed on a recent Malcolm Gladwell podcast. On the podcast, she was speaking about new music and book release.

Keys, the future princes of soul, was still a newbie in the industry when she made the request.

According to press releases, she was around the age of 18 or 19. And in fact, her release of chart-topper “Fallin” was still freshly released. As everyone knows, covers like “How Come You Don’t Call Me” need permission, especially from someone as accomplished as Prince. But, given what we know, Alicia made quite an impression.

Alicia Keys gets permission to cover Prince’s song.

Keys made the call. When asking permission to cover “How Come You Don’t Call Me,” Prince requested a personal performance of the song. You got it; she had to audition and get direct approval from “The Artist” himself.  Keys went to Paisley Park, and the rest is history. But, she is not the only artist to cover the song. Stephanie Mills did a cover of the Prince track in 1983.

This is a believable story but an unbelievable opportunity!

Prince is a known perfectionist and music enthusiast. And honestly, his desire for excellence is no industry secret. Even so, his request that Alicia audition the song before approval does make one wonder. Did R&B diva Stephanie Mills also have to audition to release her cover. Well, that is a piece for another time.

But, what we know, is that young Alicia made a request to an icon. The icon responded, and she later covered the song. Alicia’s version of “How Come You Don’t Call Me!” was released in 2001, almost 20 years after Prince’s 1982 release. What a story; rarely does an aspiring artist get express permission from the High Priest of Pop, His Royal Badness Prince, so kudos to her.

Author: Renae Richardson

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Alicia Keys And Khalid Drop “So Done”

Alicia Keys Is Back!

Yup, that’s right, Alicia Keys is back! After numerous singles released this year like “Underdog” and “Good Job”, Alicia Keys and Khalid drop “So Done”, their newest single which came out today! The style is more of a lowkey and mellow form of hip hop. It is able to draw in listeners into the different styles of hip hop. Be sure to load your Spotify or Apple music and play their newest drop “So Done”

Alicia Keys And Khalid Might Be The Most Unexpected Yet Loveable Duo Yet!

Many of us grew up listening to Alicia Keys (in particular The Diary Of Alicia Keys) on the radio or on our CD players. Her work with Khalid is truly remarkable in “So Done”. There couldn’t have been a better feature for this mellow style of hip hop. Their voices together make magic, almost like some kind of spell, or even a trance! Alicia Keys and Khalid focus on overcoming obstacles in the song. They repeat numerous times within the chorus, “I’m living the way that I want” showing off their fight for freedom in the song.

Music Video For “So Done” Is Simple Yet Remarkable

In addition to Alicia Keys and Khalid dropping “So Done”, they released a music video for it too! In the music video, Alicia Keys and Khalid are performing “So Done” at a high school prom. During the performance, everyone is on their phones. Although, one of the students isn’t on her phone. Instead, she listening to the music showing her appreciation while also trying to enjoy her prom. Later in the video, motorcycles crash the party, giving the idea that the riders are “so done” with the typical prom. The main character in the video transforms into someone who’s not afraid to get on the bike, showing off her confidence. The music video really shows off the importance of the message about overcoming obstacles!

Be sure to listen to Alicia Keys and Khalid’s newest single “So Done”, it’s empowering and beautiful all at once!

Sydney Geller | IG: @sydneyyyyy_g |

 

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