Legendary R&B powerhouse BLACKstreet has officially entered a new chapter in their storied career. The Grammy-winning group has signed a major deal with XOXO Entertainment, the label and management company helmed by acclaimed producer Adam H. Hurstfield.
The group Chauncey “Black” Hannibal, Levi Little, Mark Middleton, and Eric Williams now joins a roster that includes pop & R&B veterans 98 Degrees, positioning BLACKstreet for a high-profile return to the global stage.
A New Era for a Defining R&B Group
Hurstfield expressed deep admiration and excitement about welcoming the group to the XOXO family.
“We are beyond excited to partner with Blackstreet. As some of the greatest architects of that legendary ’90s R&B sound, their music shaped the soundtrack of our lives, defined an era, and left an unmistakable imprint on global culture,”
— Adam H. Hurstfield, President, XOXO Entertainment.
He continued by highlighting the global appetite for authentic R&B:
“Around the world, fans have been yearning for that authentic feeling again. At XOXO Entertainment, we are devoted to bringing it back, side by side with the legends who created it. We’re honored to help amplify Blackstreet’s iconic legacy into this exciting new chapter.”
BLACKstreet on the Partnership
In a joint statement, the group expressed equal enthusiasm:
“BLACKSTREET has always stood for timeless music, true artistry, excellence, and evolution. Partnering with XOXO Entertainment feels like the perfect alignment, where vision, passion, and creativity meet. We’re honored to join forces with a team that shares our energy and commitment. This partnership is powerful, and we’re ready to create moments the world will remember. This next chapter will be iconic.”
New Music & 2026 World Tour Confirmed
According to a press release, BLACKstreet is currently working on brand-new music, signaling their first major release since 2003’s Level II. The comeback will be accompanied by a full-scale world tour in 2026, bringing their classic sound and new material to longtime fans around the world.
Level II, released via DreamWorks Records, debuted at No. 14 on the Billboard 200 and featured the lead single “Deep.”
A Milestone Anniversary Ahead
The timing of the group’s return is significant: BLACKstreet’s groundbreaking sophomore album, Another Level, turns 30 in 2026. The album introduced members Eric Williams and Mark Middleton and produced two of the group’s most enduring hits:
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“No Diggity”
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“Don’t Leave Me”
Another Level debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200, becoming the group’s highest-charting album and a cornerstone of ’90s R&B.
A Legacy Reinvented
As BLACKstreet prepares for their next chapter — new music, a global tour, and renewed visibility — fans can expect a blend of the classic sound that defined them and the fresh direction this new partnership aims to cultivate.