Mýa speaks on her latest project, insight on sex and evolution of R&B (Interview)

Influential R&B singer and songwriter Mýa has dropped her latest project “Smoove Jones,” givingher fans something a little sensual to vibe to. The project allows you to sit back and enjoy Mýa’s own radio show as she plays the host and DJ of her very own songs.

Check out the exclusive RnBass interview with the notable“Case Of The Ex” singer as she speaks on her latest project, insight of sex and how she feels about the evolution of R&B.

“Smoove Jones” is very sexy and bold. Where did the inspiration come from?

The inspiration behind Smoove Jones is my fans, those who have grown with me in the last 15 years. We are now adults, married, with children and the requests coming through social media directly to be have been, “Give us some R&B,” so this is for them. I dug into my archives and I assembled the more mature content that has influences from soul, R&B and classic hip hop and I sprinkled some contemporary aspects such as “Team You” and “Spoil Me” for my fans that want to embrace their sexuality.

Aside from sexy, I’d also describe your album as confident. What advice would you tell those women who may be having a hard time embracing their confidence and sexuality in a relationship?

Well I think your relationship with yourself comes first regarding your confidence and knowing who you are as a person internally, spiritually and mentally and then the physicality comes. Sexuality is not a physical thing. It’s directly connected to all aspects and dimensions of you and it’s a beautiful and natural thing. We must define it for ourselves in a healthy manner before we bring another person to that special realm.

Did you ever feel it was a risk to put out such a strong influenced old-school R&B album?

Well, it’s a different day for Mya. Because I’m independent, I have so much freedom and I don’t think from a place of pressure. I really create and play with genres and sounds from just feeling good. There’s no pressure for me to reach numbers and charts because Im really just sharing what I love to do in the studio. I have a playground to openly play free now.

How do you feel about the evolution of R&B today?

I know so many underground artists in different genres that are talented. R&B is not dead but it has its variety. Legacy, Erika Badu who just killed her mixtape, to today’s mainstream artists like Drake… I love all of it but I do have a void for the 90’s love songs and the content of being able to wear your heart on the sleeve as a female and male. Maybe a little balance is what I do feel is missing on the mainstream side and it’s there like Joe, Tyrese, BJ The Chicago Kid and so many other great artists but we just gotta look for it.

What’s been your biggest takeaway from the business?

I learned that you can’t wait. Do not wait on it. (laughs) I’ve sat and waited, on a professional level, and I lost time when I could’ve been active, When you want something done, you gotta go outside of the box and make if happen for yourself. Be productive, you gotta eat and feed everyone else. You have to be a hunter. Balance is also key. You need time and space to function as a human being so there are moments you need to take for yourself to clear your mind. To deliver product, you do have to be in the right space that the art can hopefully speak for itself.

Will we be seeing any visuals for “Smoove Jones”?

Possibly. I’m already on to the next project (laughs). That was an appetizer and a little treat so I’m letting my fans live with it a little bit so they can tell me exactly what they want.

Smoove Jones Full Track List

1. “Smoove Jones Radio (Intro)”
2. “Welcome to My World”
3. “Hold On” (featuring Phil Adé)
4. “Elevator” (featuring Smoove Jones)
5. “Phya”
6. “Spoil Me”
7. “Team You”
8. “Coolin'”
9. “One Man Woman (Ol’ Skoo’ Joint)”
10. “Circle of Life (Ol’ Skoo’ Joint)”
11. “Smoove Jones Afta Glow Show (Outro)”

Check out the full studio album, “Smoove Jones” exclusively available on AppleMusic & iTunes right here! 

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RnBass Reviews Mya’s “Smoove Jones”

MYA is making sure fans are at the edge of their seats before her highly anticipated EP, Smoove Jones drops. This 12-tracked album comes with confidence and sexiness, giving you something to play for your man.

Smoove Jones is her 7th studio album and 8th independent project, as it’s executive produced by Mya herself. On this album, the Grammy-Award singer plays the part of a radio host/on-air personality with her own radio station along with various musical influences from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today.

Take a look into MYA’s next chapter, as we break down all 12 tracks for you.

1. Jones Intro- Within seconds into the intro of Smoove Jones, you get the vibe that the album gets straight to the point with a touch of seduction, passion for love and tons of ambition.

2. Welcome To My World- Letting her man know just how she likes it, MYA welcomes him into her world.

“Come and welcome to my world/I know you like what you see here/Yeah you know that I’m that girl/And if you rocking with mea yeah baby/We could be high class sitting on a boat/I can show you things you ain’t never seen before/I still keep it hood bet you ain’t even know.”

This track’s definitely a female anthem without a doubt!

3. Hold On Feat. Phil Ade- With a soothing beat and Phil Ade assisting on the record, “Hold On” represents a motivational track for any couple. Letting your significant other know that’s it’s going to be alright and that you’ll be fighting along with him till the end. #KeepPushingDontGiveUp

4. Elevator Feat. Smoove Jones- MYA takes action with “Elevator,” as she breaks it down and lets us know that haters mean nothing to this world because at the end of the day, you’re way up high, when they just want to talk smack. #ByeFelicia

5. Phya- “Phya” or in other words FIRE, builds up the hot chemistry between MYA and her boo. But, lets not get too carried away, because the “My Love Is Like… WO” singer lets him know how not to get burn.

6. Spoil Me- “Boys are for girls, and women rule the world” with a techno-upbeat tune, “Spoil Me” is another female anthem. It’s a record to be driving around to with a bunch of your girls celebrating right beside you.

7. Team US- MYA lets her man know she’s on his team and no one else’s. This track is for all the fellows waisting their time chasing what isn’t out in the market.

“I’m team you, them other dudes cool. Baby, you’re all that I need so what is always gonna be team you.”

8. Coolin’- With soft vocals and acoustic guitar sounds, this track holds an old-school feel with its variation in sounds and voice levels.

9. One Man Woman II- Turn up the volume and light up some candles. This sexy track is the anthem for your man, letting him know he’s the only one for you and you’re not about games.

“Lay down your guard, I promise that I won’t hurt you. Cause I’m a one-man kinda of woman. You ain’t gotta worry ’bout a thang.” 

10. Circle Of Life-  MYA speeds it up with this fun and playful track that takes appreciation to living life in the moment and the music.

11. Smoove Jones Afta Glow- Kicking it off with a seductive radio introduction, this soul-vibing track sets the mood for a late night loving session, if you know what we mean.

“Sit back , relax. Watch me handle my biz. You don’t ever have to worry cause you’re gonna get full service.”

12. One Man Woman (Unplugged)

Get your copy of “Smoove Jones” on her site today!

 

Review by: @Dayana_Jiselle and @LupeLooove

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Mya – Smoove Jones Afta Glow Show

Listen as Mya’s sultry voice guarantees your “in for a treat” on this smooth RnBass track Afta Glow Show off the Smoove Jones project dropping February 14th on Itunes Music.

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