Hot off his 2025 GRAMMY® Award win for “Best Global Music Album,” multi-hyphenate talent Matt B is defining what it means to be an artist in 2026. Expanding beyond music into film, television and a rapidly growing global digital presence, Matt B is poised to be one of the most dynamic multi-platform artists of 2026. Leading up to the August 21, 2026 release of his new studio album, Alkebulan III: The Water Remembers, featuring the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra — along with features by African superstars Skales, Goya Menor, Boy Spyce, Camidoh, Fatoumata Diawara, The Cavemen, Kabusa Oriental Choir, Martial T. Batchamen, and Joy-Chords Children Choir — Matt B’s original sitcom series films in July 2026 on a major Hollywood studio lot. On June 16-17, Matt B records with the Royal Philharmonic at Abbey Road Studios in London, before traveling to Africa (June 19-29) to film a documentary short and docuseries following his genealogy tests unearthing his Igbo roots in the Imo State of Nigeria.
More than an album release, Alkebulan III emerges as the centerpiece of a sweeping year spanning continents and creative mediums. The final installment of the trilogy, Matt B journeys to Nigeria to discover his Igbo heritage and connect with cultural leaders, fellow all-star African artists, and communities in need. A deep exploration of his Nigerian roots, Matt B’s restless search for his African lineage fuels a journey that traces his ancestral family tree through the lens of a documentary short film and a three-episode docuseries. A fusion of spirit-filled Afrobeats and R&B set against beautiful orchestral arrangements, Alkebulan III lives at the intersection of diving into one’s past, fulfilling your present dreams, and uplifting your community to ensure its bright future. The Los Angeles-based artist, originally from Chicago’s South Side, will present Alkebulan III live with his GRAMMY-winning band at the Millennium Park Summer Music Series in Chicago on August 6, 2026 and other venerable venues in major markets.
Matt B is actively expanding into television, including filming a scripted cultural sitcom pilot at one of Hollywood’s most iconic studios in July 2026, alongside key production partners Sunset Pictures. In parallel with his music and on-screen work, Matt B has also emerged as a breakout digital personality alongside his wife, manager and GRAMMY-winning producer, Angela V. Benson (LINK TO VIRAL REELS). Together, the couple has cultivated a viral audience through relatable, humorous, and behind-the-scenes content that offers a rare window into both the technical and personal sides of creative life. From cinematic camera builds and lighting setups to playful, everyday couple dynamics, their content has struck a chord with global audiences — blending craftsmanship with authenticity. Social media metrics underscore this momentum with multiple Instagram reels surpassing 8M-9M+ views, and additional clips reaching 1M-2M+ views across platforms.
Whether showcasing professional camera rigs or joking about skincare routines and everyday married life, Matt B and Angela V. Benson are redefining how artists connect with audiences in this new hyper-online era — merging high-level production with human, accessible storytelling. In 2026, Matt B is not just releasing new music — he is building a fast-growing digital ecosystem as a GRAMMY®-winning recording artist, cross-platform storyteller, cultural explorer, and digital creator engaging millions of fans.
“Alkebulan III is the culmination of everything I’ve been building — musically, culturally, and personally,” says Matt B. “This next chapter is about going deeper — into my roots, new creative spaces, and how I connect with people around the world.”
With major announcements and activations still to come, 2026 is shaping up to be a breakout year that positions Matt B at an entirely new level of visibility — across music, media, and culture at large.
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