MUSIC NEWS: Maxwell going on TOUR

Maxwell is set to hit the road for the first time in two years, according to a press release. The camera shy artist will perform all four of his platinum albums in full on six dates across the country.

On June 20, Maxwell will kick off a two night stint at the Los Angeles Staples Center. On July 27 and 28 he will perform at Atlanta, Georgia's Phillips Arena. Finally, his tour comes to a stop on August 3 and 4 as he performs at New Jersey's Prudential Center.

Maxwell will perform his first two albums, Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite and Embrya, on the first night of each stop. On the second evening the soul singer will perform Now and BLACKsummers' Night.

This will be the first time he's ever performed all four albums in its entirety.

In addition, Obama 2012 merchandise will be sold on sight. One-hundred-percent of the proceeds will go to the campaign. Volunteers will be on hand to register voters for this fall's presidential election.

Tickets go on sale on April 20 at 10 a.m.

Will you be going to see Maxwell when he comes to a city near you?

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LIVE PERFORMANCE: VH1 Storytellers: Maxwell [FULL PERFORMANCE]

Check out Maxwell in his entirety as the soul singer takes fans through several of his hits, while revealing the inspiration behind his music. The show, which he performed for an intimate crowd of 150 people in New York City back in May, finds the Grammy-winner rolling through fan favorites from 'Sumthin' Sumthin'' to 'Fist Full of Tears.'

The 38-year-old beamed with pride for being asked to record an episode of the show, whose past performers have included Sting, Elton John and Kanye West. "You have this dream as a kid and the next thing you know you're at 'VH1 Storytellers' and the crowd is singing along to your songs," he told the audience. "It's a blessing."

Since releasing his debut, 'Urban Hang Suite,' more than a decade ago, the Brooklyn native has sold over three million records worldwide. His most recent album, the critically acclaimed 'BLACKsummers'night,' which dropped in 2009, earned him two Grammy Awards at this year's ceremony.
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SNEAK PEEK: Maxwell "Fistful of Tears" [VH1 Storytellers]

 

“‘Fistful of Tears’ was definitely inspired by the war,” Maxwell told the audience. “I hate the fact that we’re fighting. I can’t wait for the troops to come back. The fact that we’re fighting a religious war is crazy to me. I mean everyone should believe in whatever they want to believe in, just don’t mess with me.”

VH1 offers a sneak peek at the intimate show, which airs Friday at 11 p.m. EST/PST. Watch more below and make sure to tune in tomorrow for the premiere.

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VH1 Storytellers Presents: MAXWELL

VH1 Storytellers just released information on its 15th anniversary season and the lineup includes none other than singer/songwriter, Grammy award winning, Maxwell. For those who don’t know, this show is similar to MTV Unplugged but offers a more intimate spin on connecting with the audience. This season will also feature such artists as Kings of Leon, CeeLo Green, Ray LaMontagne, My Morning Jacket, and Death Cab For Cutie. Kings of Leon will start the season off this May.

Here’s more information on VH1 Storytellers new season:

Hailing back to the show’s early roots, the new season will aim to provide a truly personal showcase for some of the greatest songwriters of today. The “VH1 Storytellers” music specials focus on the anecdotes, artistic musings and stories that inspired the artists and their music. These performers aren’t afraid to tell all as they expose the most intimate details of their creative process for the audience.

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 “VH1 Storytellers: Maxwell” will premiere on June 17 at 11 p.m.

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