Key facts
- Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean have indicated a potential for new Fugees music.
- The Fugees have not released a studio album since 'The Score' in 1996.
- Hill described an "incredible healing process" within the band.
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean have sparked hopes for a new Fugees album, their first in nearly 30 years, following an "incredible healing process." The duo spoke to BBC News ahead of a concert marking the 30th anniversary of their album 'The Score,' stating they are in an "amazing place."
The potential for new music from The Fugees, a highly influential group, could reignite interest in their catalog and signal a significant reunion, despite the legal troubles of one member. Their comments also touch on themes of healing and artistic integrity in the modern music industry.
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean have fueled speculation about a new Fugees album, their first in nearly three decades, following what Hill described as an "incredible healing process." The duo met fans in London's Piccadilly Circus and spoke to BBC News ahead of a major concert marking the 30th anniversary of their seminal 1996 album, 'The Score.'
Jean stated that the bandmates are "in an amazing place" and even broke into song during the interview, celebrating being "back with my bandmate." When directly asked about future music, Hill responded with an emphatic "Absolutely," while Jean added, "All I can tell you is, man, we're in God's hands." He suggested they would continue "projecting that love" to the world.
The renewed bond and positive outlook come as the Fugees prepare for the "Diaspora Calling! By Ms. Lauryn Hill" festival at Milton Keynes National Bowl. The event will feature performances from Hill, Jean, Erykah Badu, Giggs, and others. Reflecting on 'The Score's' anniversary, Jean recalled the group's early ambition to be "a movement" rather than just musicians, a theme he believes remains relevant today.
While the comments have intensified hopes for a new album, neither artist confirmed that new material is currently being recorded. The Fugees' third member, Pras Michel, is currently serving a prison sentence in the United States after being convicted in a federal lobbying and fraud case. Earlier in the day, Hill and Jean surprised fans with an impromptu a cappella performance of their hit 'Ready or Not' in Piccadilly Circus.