Meet Matisse (real name Brit Smith), one of the latest acts signed to Jive Records.
You might already recognize Matisse as one half of former twin duo Brit & Alex, who briefly debuted at the uninspiring position of #75 on the UK Singles Chart with their 2008 debut single (“Let It Go”) before being dropped by their label, Interscope. Since then, the Alex part of Brit & Alex shipped off to study, but Brit’s still going for it with a brand new moniker.
Earlier this year, Matisse returned to the US and released her debut solo single “Better Than Her,” a solid, storming club thumper produced by Jacob Kasher and Kevin Rudolf. The track quickly surged to #1 on the Hot Dance Airplay Chart in August (a much better way to begin a career if I do say so myself.)
After the song’s initial club success, Matisse signed a joint deal with Akon and his own label (Konvict Records), who then slapped together a remix with his voice on it to be serviced to radio. You can now stream it in full above.
Do you remember the last act who debuted with the Konvict treatment? What was her name again–Lady Gaga? No, I can’t remember her either.
According to a press release from Jive, Matisse has been in the studio with Dallas Austin, Tricky Stewart, and Bruno Mars for her forthcoming debut album, due out in the 2Q 2011.
Quite a powerhouse production, eh? Intriguing!
For more on Matisse, check out her official website.
Matisse’s debut single, “Better Than Her (feat. Akon)” was released on September 28. (iTunes)