Alicia Keys announces 'Keys II'

Deluxe edition of Keys album features two new songs with guest stars

Alicia Keys announces Keys II, a deluxe edition of her critically acclaimed double album Keys will release on August 12th. The updated set will include two new songs featuring Brent Faiyaz and Lucky Daye, respectively. The deluxe edition will also feature two remixes of the superstar’s hit song “In Common” which has never appeared on an album previously. Coinciding with the announcement, Keys dropped the slick and sexy new music video for “Come For Me”. The original Keys album will also be available on vinyl for the first time through Target on August 12th.

Keys II features a new guest appearances from Lucky Daye on “Stay” (Originals) and Brent Faiyaz on “Trillions” (Unlocked), both of which join an already stellar line up of guests including Khalid & Lucky Daye on “Come For Me” (Unlocked), Lil Wayne on “Nat King Cole” (Unlocked), Brandi Carlile on “Paper Flowers” (Originals), Pusha T on “Plentiful” (Originals) and Swae Lee on “LALA” (Unlocked). “In Common Black Coffee Remix” and “In Common Kaskade Radio Mix” give fresh new spins on a fan favorite hit to round out the extended track list.

As with the previously released version Keys listeners will be treated to a dual, one-of-a-kind sonic experience – the Originals side contains songs that are quintessentially Alicia, reminiscent of the groundbreaking soundscape that everyone has come to know and love since her debut. The Unlocked side heightens the listening experience as Alicia samples her KEYS originals with the help of GRAMMY Award winning producer Mike WiLL Made-It for a fresh irresistible vibe.

After performing to sold-out houses across Europe, the singer/songwriter will bring her Alicia + Keys World Tour stateside, starting August 2nd in Charlotte, NC. Critics across Europe have raved about her current tour production.