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Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean Hint at New Fugees Album After 30 Years

festival-fair · 2026-08-07

During a BBC News interview prior to their concert in Milton Keynes on Friday, Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean alluded to the possibility of a new Fugees album. Their previous album, The Score, debuted in 1996. Hill referred to an "incredible healing process," while Jean noted they are "in an amazing place." Although they did not officially confirm an album, their comments sparked speculation about a reunion. Additionally, they performed an a cappella rendition of "Ready or Not" in London. This interview came before the Diaspora Calling! festival hosted by Ms. Lauryn Hill, featuring artists like Erykah Badu. The third member, Pras Michel, is currently serving a 14-year sentence for federal lobbying and fraud, while Hill and Jean offered advice to young musicians about patience and honing their craft.

Key facts

  • Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean met fans in Piccadilly Circus, London on Wednesday.
  • The Fugees have not released a studio album since The Score in 1996.
  • The Score featured hits Ready or Not, Fu-Gee-La, and Killing Me Softly.
  • Hill and Jean spoke to BBC News ahead of a concert in Milton Keynes on Friday.
  • The concert marks the 30th anniversary of The Score.
  • Jean said they are "in an amazing place" and sang "I'm back with my bandmate!".
  • Hill mentioned an "incredible healing process" within the band.
  • Neither artist confirmed a new album is being recorded.
  • Pras Michel is serving a 14-year prison sentence for federal lobbying and fraud.
  • Diaspora Calling! By Ms. Lauryn Hill festival will debut in the UK at Milton Keynes National Bowl on Friday.
  • The festival will feature Erykah Badu, Giggs, Fireboy DML, YG Marley, and Zion Marley, with Dave Chappelle hosting.
  • Jean said the Fugees aimed to be "a movement" and themes of refugees remain relevant.
  • Hill said London was the natural place to launch the festival due to its diaspora.
  • Jean noted emerging artists are avoiding TikTok and Instagram.
  • Hill advised patience and focusing on craft, saying "Art is not gone yet."

Entities

Artists

  • Lauryn Hill
  • Wyclef Jean
  • Pras Michel
  • Erykah Badu
  • Giggs
  • Fireboy DML
  • YG Marley
  • Zion Marley
  • Dave Chappelle

Institutions

  • The Fugees
  • BBC News

Locations

  • Piccadilly Circus
  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • Milton Keynes
  • Milton Keynes National Bowl
  • United States

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