Kesha Teases Upcoming Music Release Post-Settlement with Dr. Luke: Embracing Her Artistic Freedom

Kesha Teases New Music

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Kesha is preparing to share some new music with us. The 37-year-old singer teased her upcoming project on Instagram on March 6. In the photos, Kesha is seen sitting on a boulder wearing a star-studded headband and a flowy dress. She captioned the post with "Keshaiswaitingforyou.com."

When fans clicked the link, they were directed to a website showcasing a nude photo of Kesha from behind, and were prompted to “sign up for updates.”

In another social media post, Kesha captioned, “Mar 6, 2024,” marking the first day in 19 years where she felt in control of her own voice. Welcome.

Last month, Kesha shared her excitement about releasing new music after parting ways with Dr. Luke’s record label.

She expressed her gratitude to her fans and supporters, saying, “To all my fans, all my animals, this has been quite a journey.” Kesha revealed that there is a special day marked on her calendar when she will be free to release her music, although she didn't specify the date.

She mentioned that she is currently spending her time in the woods, writing and singing passionately until the early hours of the morning. Kesha described herself as a wild and untamed woman in this creative process, emphasizing her dedication to her music.

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Kesha released her last five albums under Dr. Luke's Kemosabe Records, with Gag Order being the most recent one in 2023. The singer decided to leave the record label after settling a defamation case with Dr. Luke, who is 50 years old, in June 2023.

In 2014, Kesha accused Dr. Luke of assaulting her in 2005. She said she woke up in his bed feeling sore and sick, with no recollection of how she ended up there.

Following the incident, Kesha took legal action against Dr. Luke. She alleged that he warned her he would ruin her career if she spoke out about what had happened.

Dr. Luke responded by denying the claims and filing a defamation lawsuit against the singer. His lawyer at the time stated that Kesha's statements were "outrageous" and "untrue." Although Kesha dropped her suit in 2016, Dr. Luke continued to pursue $50 million in damages.

In a significant win for Kesha in June 2023, the New York Court of Appeals ruled that Dr. Luke, considered a "public figure," would have to demonstrate that she acted with "actual malice" in her initial accusations against him.

Later that month, a joint statement was released on Instagram to announce a resolution in the case. Both Kesha and Dr. Luke agreed to settle the lawsuit and release a joint statement about it.

In a personal statement, Kesha mentioned that only God knows what truly happened on the night of the alleged assault. She expressed her desire to move forward and start a new chapter in her life, wishing peace to everyone involved.

Editor's P/S:

Kesha's journey to reclaim her artistic freedom and voice is both inspiring and empowering. Her resilience in the face of adversity and her determination to share her truth with the world is commendable. The support of her fans and the recent legal victory against her former record label have undoubtedly played a significant role in her ability to move forward and embrace her creativity.

The sneak peek of Kesha's upcoming project hinted at a raw and vulnerable exploration of her experiences. The nude photograph and the website inviting fans to "sign up for updates" suggest a departure from the more polished and commercialized image she has presented in the past. By embracing her natural state and connecting with her audience on a deeper level, Kesha is forging a new path for herself as an artist and a survivor.