A Word With Alex Vaughn: Look Into The Soul Of R&B’s Next Star To Watch

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Alex Vaughn is a new face in the R&B scene, with hopes of leaving a long-lasting impact on the music industry.In October of last year, Vaughn signed a deal with Love Renaissance (LVRN)/Interscope, then released her first single “Mirage,” a few months after.

Since then, the songstress has continued to build an increasing buzz with her peers and supporters alike. She recently showcased her vocal prowess by opening for Summer Walker on a few of her tour stops, along with providing the audience with a stellar set at Pandora’s Playback Now to Next in Atlanta.Ahead of her upcoming performance at the 2022 Broccoli City Festival in Washington, D.C., The Maryland native – Prince George’s County to be specific – spoke to ESSENCE about her career, how she creates, and her debut album, Voice Notes.“I am so excited to do my first major festival with Broccoli City,” Vaughn said about her show on May 8 at RFK Stadium. “I’ve been going to the festival for years, and I’ve always wanted to be on that stage as a performer.

For it to be now is perfect timing, and I’m very fortunate to give this performance to my hometown.”As she takes the stage this weekend, the LVRN signee will perform songs off of her new release, Voice Notes.

The EP contains three tracks and is a beautiful body of work that brings listeners into the core of who Vaughn is, both as a woman and an artist.This album is not your conventional project.