Michael Jackson new album to be released in May

Michael Jackson will release a second posthumous album this May.

The singer’s estate has announced plans to release XSCAPE, which will feature previously unreleased songs, on May 13.

The collection will include eight new tracks which have been “contemporised” by a range of producers including Timbaland, Rodney Jerkins, Stargate, Jerome “Jroc” Harmon and John McClain.

“Modern music and artistry would look and sound completely different if not for the groundbreaking contributions Michael Jackson gifted to the world,” said LA Reid, who curated the project.

“Michael left behind some musical performances that we take great pride in presenting through the vision of music producers that he either worked directly with or expressed strong desire to work with.

“We are extremely proud and honoured to present this music to the world.”