Any fans out there waiting for R&B singer Ne-Yo’s new album might be in for an even longer weight as the star was today named as the new Vice-President of iconic recording house, Motown. The singer will be one of those at the helm of a label responsible for the careers of greats such as Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson.
Ne-Yo who released his last album, Libra Scale back in 2010 has finished up his current deal with former label Def Jam and will now assist in producing, songwriting and mentoring Motown’s current artists as well as keeping an eye out for fresh talent. The 32-year-old will also release his upcoming and as yet untitled fifth studio album under the Motown banner. On his new appointment, the singer said: “I’m honoured that I’ve been given such a prestigious title. These are big shoes to fill. But trust, I can handle it.” Motown’s chief executive officer Barry Weiss also added: “This move to Motown will provide new and inspiring challenges for Ne-Yo as both an artist and a key member of the new senior management team that is taking form at the label in 2012.”
