New Michael Jackson album slated for release in May 13, 2014.... Eight (8) unreleased songs will make up Xscape, featuring producers such as Timbaland, Rodney Jerkins and Stargate • Timbaland to produce new Michael Jackson music

'Michael left behind some musical performances that we take great pride in presenting,' says Epic Records CEO LA Reid. Photograph: Leonhard Foeger/Reuters

A new Michael Jackson album will be released in May, entitled Xscape and featuring eight unreleased recordings.

The posthumous album is scheduled for release worldwide on 13 May by Epic Records and will include material that has been reworked by producers such as Timbaland, Rodney Jerkins, Stargate, Jerome 'Jroc' Harmon and John McClain. It will be executive produced by Epic Records chairman and CEO LA Reid. more