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Toni Braxton Finds Her 'Pulse'

Record sales in excess of 40 million, a trophy shelf groaning under the weight of six Grammys, international smashes with the likes of 'Breathe Again', 'He Wasn't Man Enough' and of course 'Un-Break My Heart', then... nothing. But now she's back! Last week Toni Braxton touched down in London for an exclusive playback of her new album - it's called Pulse and it's her first in almost five years - so we just had to grab the opportunity for a catch-up. The singer spoke about possibly collaborating with Alicia Keys and touring with Leona Lewis.

It's been five years since your last album - are you happy to call this a comeback?
"I'm fine with 'comeback' - whatever it needs to be called! It all happened very fast for me first time around, so I never really got to enjoy it, whereas now I'm really taking my time and smelling it and living it all fully."

How long have you been working on the album?
"It's like a bottomless cup of coffee! I signed my deal with Atlantic Records when I didDancing With The Stars in September 2008 and I've been working on it since then. I must have recorded more than 30 tracks for it by now!"

Have you decided on the final tracklisting?
"We're doing that as we speak - I think we have about seven songs confirmed, but we haven't got the ten yet. The album was supposed to come out in February, but we held it back because seven of the ten songs we picked were leaked. We decided to go back to the studio, record four or five more songs and then pick. Now we send everything via Federal Express - nothing's going through the internet - and that's why none of the new songs have leaked so far."

What's the balance between ballads and club cuts like?
"It can be challenging getting that balance right, but I think we did a really good job on [my 1996 album] Secrets. Everyone forgets that 'You're Makin' Me High' was on the same album as 'Un-Break My Heart'. You have to make sure it sequences well, because you don't want to have a dance song and then all of a sudden a big, classic ballad."

The first UK single is a track called 'Yesterday'. What's the story behind it?
"Well, I heard the song and it was written from a guy's perspective, so I said, 'Nice song - let me rework it'. I changed it up and made it a girl's song. I'm going through a separation, and it's not my story per se, but I definitely can relate to it in the sense of starting over. I wanted to have strength when I sang it - I didn't want to be a wimp!"

It feels like time for you to record a big female-female duet. Is there anything being lined up?
"Me and Alicia Keys are talking about it - well, my people are talking to Alicia's people because I play piano and obviously she plays too. I've been playing since I was about nine years old so I really can play. Maybe we could do something at an award show and people will see us collaborate that way? We'll see."

How about our own diva, Leona Lewis?
"I love her! I prefer her first album to the new one though. Actually, the possibility of she and I touring together was mentioned when I was in New York a couple of months ago for the VH1 Divas show. Her people were talking to my people and said maybe we should put on a tour together, so who knows? I'm just excited to have these options and possibilities open to me."

Finally, do you still enjoy singing 'Un-Break My Heart'?
"I actually do - though I don't really have to sing it at concerts now because the fans sing it! I just sing 'Don't leave me in all this pain' and it's over! The audience jumps in and pretty much sings the whole song. They do wait for the last note though, so I try to really nail that one!"

Read the full interview here.

Source: Digital Spy

Toni Braxton's Pulse will be released worldwide. For a release date near you check out Toni's official website www.tonibraxton.com

Toni Braxton Fans In The UK

Toni Braxton will release new single 'Yesterday' in the UK on May 3, her label has confirmed.

The track, produced by DJ Frank E, will be the first release from Pulse, her first album of new material in nearly five years.

Braxton, 42, has sold more than 40 million records worldwide since releasing her self-titled debut in 1993. In that time, she has notched up ten UK top 40 hits, including 'Breathe Again', 'Un-Break My Heart' and 'He Wasn't Man Enough'.

She is scheduled to make a brief promotional trip to the UK later this week. The album is scheduled to be released May 10th in the UK!

Hands Tied By Toni Braxton Available on all DSP's

Toni Braxton's "Hands Tied" is now available to buy on iTunes and Amazon.com! "Hands Tied" is off of Toni's highly anticipated new album PULSE, which will be in stores and online everywhere May 4th!

And don't forget "Hands Tied", "Make My Heart" and "Yesterday" are also available to buy exclusively on ToniBraxton.com!

Toni Braxton "Pulse" Preview

Toni Braxton, "Pulse" (Atlantic)

Release Date: May 4, 2010

Source: Billboard

After suffering from a heart disease-related illness in 2008, R&B singerToni Braxton says she "didn't think I'd ever be able to do music again." But a conversation during cardiac rehabilitation with an upbeat elderly female patient who had survived four heart attacks helped motivate the singer to continue performing.

"That's when I found my pulse again," Braxton says, noting that her forthcoming album, "Pulse," is "sexy," "fun" and "testimonial." The first single from the set-her debut on Atlantic Records-is the sensuous "Yesterday," featuring Trey Songz. Braxton also tapped blue-eyed-soul crooner Robin Thicke for the romantic track "Don't Leave." "We've got this argument and we both realize we were wrong," she says about the song, "and we're begging each other to try and work it out."

Other favorites are the R&B-meets-country "If I Have to Wait" and the title track. Producers include Harvey Mason, Ne-Yo and Rodney Jerkins, says Braxton, who adds that she'll tour behind "Pulse" in the United States by late spring.

Toni Braxton To Perform At Java Jazz Festival 2010

48 million records sold worldwide!! 6 Grammy Awards!! One of the loveliest soulful voices in low register contralto vocal range. We combine these all, and we got Toni Braxton. Yes, Toni Braxton has confirmed to perform at AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2010 for a Special Show.

After having some problems with her health, it’s great to know that Toni Braxton is ready to make a big come back. We believe 2010 will be a tremendous year for Toni. Following the release of her brand new single, “Yesterday” her new album 'Pulse" is coming to a store near you very soon.

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WATCH: Toni Braxton's Walmart Soundcheck

Toni Braxton is preparing to hop into full promo mode in support of her upcoming album 'Pulse'. The sultry singer makes a quick stop at Walmart for a Soundcheck performance. Click here to watch!

WATCH: Toni Braxton 'Yesterday' Original Version

Toni Braxton - Yesterday (Original audio)

Pulse due in stores March 2, 2010

Pre-order on Amazon.com here

GET A SNEAK PEAK OF TONI'S SOUNDCHECK PERFORMANCE

Toni Braxton makes her Soundcheck debut! The 'Un-Break My Heart' singer previews tracks from her highly-anticipated new album and performs her hit single, 'Yesterday'. Plus, Toni talks about her time away from the spotlight - and her triumphant new comeback. Come back on January 15th to see the full performance, and get a sneak peek in the video above!

WATCH: Toni Braxton Speaks On Working With Trey Songz and Robin Thicke!

Toni Braxton is in the final stages of completing her new album 'Pulse' due out early 2010. The singer sat down with Baltimore's Kelson to talk about her new project, working with Trey Songz and Robin Thicke, her health, and more.

Be sure to head on over to Walmart and pick up her new single 'Yesterday' which comes exclusively with a bonus track only at Walmart stores!

WATCH: Toni Braxton On MyFoxDC

Toni Braxton chats with MyFoxDC about her new album 'Pulse' now scheduled for a March 2010 release.

WATCH: Toni Braxton Talks About Her New Album

Singer Toni Braxton talks about her new album, her health, and touring again with Olivia Fox.

Toni Braxton EP

Head over to iTunes TODAY to pick up Toni Braxton's 3-track single for "Yesterday"! Available for the first time on iTunes, Toni's 3-track single includes the original and instrumental versions, as well as the single featuring Trey Songz! Get all 3 versions of "Yesterday" for only $3.87 exclusively on iTunes!

Log on to MSN.com this Thursday, December 10th for the premiere of the Toni only version of the "Yesterday" video! The video was shot in LA by famed director Billie Woodruff, and features cameos from Shannon Brown, Ron Artest and Brooke Hogan!

If you can't wait until Thursday to get your Toni fix, head over to ToniBraxton.com to watch the "Yesterday" video ft. Trey Songz! This version of the video is also available on iTunes, so click HERE to get it now!

Yesterday Video Available On iTunes

The 'Yesterday' video starring Toni Braxton and featuring Trey Songz, Brooke Hogan, Ron Artest, & Shannon Brown is now available for purchase on iTunes. Click here to download the video. And remember to vote for the 'Yesterday' video on BET's 106 & Park.

Vote For Toni Braxton & Trey Songz On 106 & Park

You can now vote for Toni Braxton feat Trey Songz 'Yesterday' on 106 and Park by sending a text to 79922 with "TON" (first three letters in Toni's name) in the message bar. Or vote online at BET.com.

Remember to text 'TON' to 79922

or vote online at BET.Com

Toni Braxton Performs At Soul Train Music Awards

Watch Toni Braxton feat. Trey Songz perform their hit single 'Yesterday' live at the Soul Train Music Awards & and relive the infamous kiss!

'Yesterday' Featuring Trey Songz Now Available On iTunes!!

Toni Braxton's new single 'Yesterday' ft. Trey Songz is now available on iTunes! Watch a message from Toni above and click HERE to pick up the single at iTunes today!

Ron Artest, Shannon Brown & Toni Braxton Team Up For Music Video

Toni Braxton's official website released pictures from Toni's video shoot for her single 'Yesterday.' The video features Ron Artest and Shannon Brown from the LA Lakers. Check them out.

Toni Braxton Feat. Trey Songz

The official remix to Toni Braxton's hit new song 'Yesterday' featuring label mate Trey Songz has been released. Hear it exclusively at tonibraxton.com

First Look At Toni Braxton's New Video

Here is your first look at Toni Braxton's brand new video for her hit song "Yesterday".

CLICK HERE

Video coming soon.

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