Toni Braxton 'Libra' album

Toni Braxton returns to the international marketplace with Libra, her first album for Blackground/Universal Records. The disc is scheduled to hit store shelves September 27 and the first single, “Please,” is already burning up the Urban singles chart, where it is currently in the top 10.

The disc is Braxton’s first since her departure from Arista Records in 2003; a move that came after her 2003 release, More Than A Woman, had less-than-spectacular sales. In numerous interviews Braxton gave at the time, she seemed to insinuate that she was planning to retire from the music business. She also said that Arista was unhappy that she announced her then-impending pregnancy prior to the release of the album.

At the time, she told Groovevolt.com, “When I did the Vibe interview I was very discouraged and very disappointed. It was rumored the powers that be were upset about the pregnancy. This is a part of life. There is nothing I could change and I wouldn¹t." She added, "I¹m going to be here for a while, making music. I just have realized that this is a business. Gladys Knight and Cher have been making music for more than 20 years. I plan to turn my 10 into 40 years or as long as I can go."

Braxton is promoting the new album aggressively. In addition to “Please,” which is also making an impact on Pop/Crossover radio, two new singles from Libra have hit the airwaves: the “official” second single, “That’s The Way Love Works (Trippin’)” and the buzz single “Take This Ring.”

The singer has been on a promotional tour since June. She has performed in Los Angeles, California; Detroit, Michigan; and the Hamptons in Long Island, New York. She also has a number of additional media appearances and performances scheduled, including a hosting spot at the Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards (where she will co-host with Ciara and Brian McKnight), the World Music Awards, UNCF: Tribute to Stevie Wonder, and the BET 25th anniversary bash. In addition, VH1 Soul will devote September 27 to Braxton by hosting an album listening party.

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Toni Braxton - Libra