Jill Scott Celebrates Her First #1 Album in The Country

“The Light Of The Sun” has scored rave reviews across all the major critics including Entertainment Weekly, who remarked “Jill of all trades… she returns to R&B like she never left…it’s a welcome flashback.” The New York Times commented “Ms. Scott’s songs are proudly and forthrightly feminine, and they set out to persuade and motivate… It’s a lesson her songs live up to,” whilst the album made People Magazine Critics Choice list remarking “‘The Light Of The Sun’ reflects that 2000 classic with its hip-hop swagger and spoken-word musings… Wow.”

“We are truly ecstatic about the news of Jill’s #1 record,” says Warner Bros. Records, Co-President/CEO Todd Moscowitz. “Jill is a true artist in every sense of the word. She has made a stellar record and we look forward to collaborating with her for many years to come.”

Joie Manda, President of Urban Music, echoes the sentiments: “The success of Jill’s album shows that the marketplace still responds to great music. We could not be more proud to be working with such an amazing artist. There is no one like her.”

The album’s first single “So In Love” featuring Anthony Hamilton continues to serve as the soundtrack for the summer as the #1 song at Urban Adult radio. In just 10 weeks, it holds the title as the quickest rise at the format this year, surpassing all of her prior releases. With more than 15 million in national audience, the song is projected to be #1 again this week.

Recently seen performing her hit single “So In Love” on the Tonight Show With Jay Leno and Live! With Jimmy Kimmel outdoor series, Scott also graces the TV stage with Live! With Regis & Kelly (June 30th) and The Today Show (July 1st). Fans looking to catch the Jill Scott Experience can catch her on her 2011 North American Tour, The Jill Scott Summer Block Party presented by Budweiser Superfest featuring Anthony Hamilton, Mint Condition, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Doug E. Fresh, beginning July 26thin Boston.