Luke James Names His R&B Mount Rushmore & Teases “The Chi” Season 6

Luke & Q singer Luke James is in his performing bag.

James is most acknowledged from his standout function on SHOWTIME’s The Chi, which returned for its sixth season on Might 10, and he is perhaps on a number of R&B playlists. Both manner, Luke James’ abilities communicate volumes — not solely about his ardour but additionally the dedication to his craft.

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The New Orleans native is presently celebrating his latest function, THEM: THE SCARE, on Amazon Music. The brand new collection arrive on the heels of their first installment, subtitled Covenant, which came about circa 1952.

AllHipHop had the pleasure of chatting on the pink carpet with Luke James, who was all smiles. James just lately grew to become a father to nine-month-old Wolfe and couldn’t wait to get again residence. 

AllHipHop: What’s the perfect half about fatherhood?

Luke James: Being current. I actually really feel current proper now and in time, and actually understanding what time actually means. The worth.

AllHipHop: How outdated is Wolfe?

Luke James: 9 months. 

AllHipHop: They develop so quick. 

Luke James: So quick, oh my gosh. That’s why I’m attempting to rush and get to the crib. You already know? It’s a brand new day.

AllHipHop: Does he know that daddy is a star?

Luke James: I don’t know.  However he seems to be at me like one, so which means all the things.

AllHipHop: Are you able to give us an unique sneak peek on the brand new season of The Chi? 

Luke James: Whoa, unique? Issues are gonna actually get shaky with Victor attempting to play two worlds. Enjoying two worlds, it’s going to get actually shaky.

AllHipHop: Who could be in your R&B Mount Rushmore?

Luke James: What time interval? Marvin Gaye…

AllHipHop: At present. 

Luke James: Mount Rushmore: Joe, Babyface, Boys II Males. Oh wow, it’s quite a lot of them. Tank. 

AllHipHop: You gotta do the R&B Cash podcast!

Luke James: Yeah I wish to. However Tank is somebody I grew up listening to, grew to become my brother and remains to be right here. You gotta look, and remains to be related like hell. It’s arduous to try this as a Black artist, we age out. He’s ceaselessly. That’s Mount Rushmore.