Azealia Banks Signs To Universal Music Group, Preps Early Summer Debut LP

The up-and-comer announces a label deal on the strength of a grown buzz.

Rapstress Azealia Banks has announced that she signed a deal with Universal Music Group to release her debut album, tentatively set for a May or June release.

The Harlem, New York native has racked up a healthy buzz over the past few months, beginning with her breakout hit “212” and follow-up tracks “Liquorice” and “NEEDSUMLUV.”

Banks was previously signed to XL Recordings, who stalled her project before releasing her from her contract.