John Legend

John Legend makes the move from singer/songwriter to entrepreneur with the launch of Homeschool Records. Legend’s first artist is a female British R&B/hip-hop artist and producer - UK import named Estelle. Homeschool Records in partnership with Atlantic Records will release Estelle’s album ‘Shine’ early in 2008. The two met when Estelle was producing her first album ‘18th Day,’ which John was featured on. Estelle describes the relationship with John by saying “there aren't many [producers] that I respect on a level to help me write songs or upgrade/push me as an artist... but John is one of them." Estelle's United States debut will feature collaborations with Wyclef Jean, will.i.am, Swizz Beats, Mark Ronson and Kanye West, as well as a duet with John Legend.  Mr. Legend remarked “This album is truly an accomplishment.  She will be one of the most exciting breakthrough talents of 2008.  Mark my words."