*We’ve got an exclusive preview of Audible’s new Words + Music featuring Usher in The Last Showman, premiering Thursday, February 6th. In this sneak peek, Usher reflects on how the music industry has evolved throughout his career and shares his insights on choosing songs for the Super Bowl.
The Last Showman offers an intimate look at Usher’s extraordinary 30-year career, showcasing his stadium-sized anthems, innovative choreography, and unparalleled charisma. In this introspective piece, Usher reflects on the journey that shaped him into a global R&B icon, delving into the inspirations, heartache, and growth behind his groundbreaking album Confessions.
The special revisits some of its most iconic tracks while exploring the personal and professional challenges that transformed his life and career, and how that one album revolutionized both his music and pop culture. Per the new release, “The Last Showman is an introspective look into the past, present, and future of a beloved global R&B icon.”
Here’s the official synopsis: Joining Audible’s Words + Music series, The Last Showman will feature the groundbreaking artist opening up about the inspirations, heartache, and personal growth that fueled the creation of his record-breaking masterwork, Confessions, while revisiting some of its most iconic tracks. Throughout this Audible Original’s three acts, USHER explores his musical roots and the evolution of his artistry, combating the pressures of fame and balancing his personal and public life, and how one album marked a turning point in his career as well as in pop music history. Listeners will be treated to all-new performances and gain exclusive access to USHER’s thoughts on iconic tracks including “Confessions,” “Confessions Part II,” “Bad Girl,” “Burn,” and more.
Have a listen to the exclusive preview below:
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In a statement, Usher said: “With the recent 20th anniversary of Confessions, creating The Last Showman has been an incredible opportunity to reflect on the most pivotal moments of my career with fresh eyes and deep appreciation. This project isn’t just about telling my story; it’s about sharing the raw, unfiltered truth behind the music that’s connected with generations of listeners, as well as the power of vulnerability in art.”
Below find additional audio excerpts from The Last Showman.
Usher shares why he was always drawn to R&B:
Usher on his evolution of hit songs throughout his career:
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