- Jill Scott will release To Whom This May Concern on Feb. 13, 2026 — her first album since 2015.
- Lead single “Beautiful People” is available now; album features Ab-Soul, J.I.D., Tierra Whack and Too $hort.
- Producers include Om’Mas Keith, DJ Premier and Trombone Shorty; Scott shared details and artwork on Instagram.
H2: Jill Scott ends 11-year album gap
Jill Scott has announced To Whom This May Concern, her first full-length album since 2015’s Woman. The singer, songwriter and actor revealed the release date—Feb. 13, 2026—on Instagram and shared the album cover by visual artist Marcellus. Scott also released the lead single, “Beautiful People,” ahead of the album.
H3: Collaborators and production
Scott said she worked with a wide range of artists and producers. Featured guests include rappers Ab-Soul, J.I.D., Tierra Whack and Too $hort. Production credits announced so far list Om’Mas Keith, DJ Premier and Trombone Shorty among others. The lineup signals a blend of R&B, hip-hop and live-instrument textures across the record.
H3: What Scott said on social media
Scott posted about the album on Instagram: “Finally my new album entitled TO WHOM THIS MAY CONCERN drops Feb. 13th!!!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE and THANK YOU for your patience and your listening ears.” In a second post she thanked her collaborators, adding, “Creating takes a village. I’m sharing my beautiful people most literally.”
Instagram posts:
- Jill Scott announcement: https://www.instagram.com/missjillscott/p/DTAmjKogCLN/
- Collaborators post: https://www.instagram.com/missjillscott/p/DTBKX_smAFO/
H2: Why this matters
Scott first gained attention as a spoken-word artist in the late 1990s and rose to prominence with her debut Who Is Jill Scott?: Words and Sounds, Vol. 1 (2000). The record earned critical acclaim and a Grammy nomination; Scott has since balanced music with acting and touring. Fans saw her on the 2023 Words and Sounds anniversary tour, and To Whom This May Concern represents a return to new original material after more than a decade.
H3: What to expect and next steps
With a lead single available and high-profile guests attached, the album looks set to combine Scott’s signature soulful vocals with contemporary hip-hop features and veteran production. Expect pre-release singles, promotional appearances and streaming availability around the February release.
H4: Streaming and purchase details
Scott released “Beautiful People” alongside the album announcement; streaming links will appear on her official channels and major services. Follow Jill Scott’s official Instagram and her label pages for updates, tour information and additional singles.
H5: Quick take
To Whom This May Concern is a major comeback from an influential voice in neo-soul and R&B. The album’s collaborative lineup and seasoned producers make it one of the most anticipated R&B releases of early 2026.
Image Referance: https://pitchfork.com/news/jill-scott-to-whom-this-may-concern-first-album-in-11-years/
