Electric Café

Released in 2018, Electric Café marked En Vogue's first studio album in fourteen years, featuring the lineup of Terry Ellis, Cindy Herron-Braggs, and Rhona Bennett. Produced largely by long-time collaborators Foster & McElroy, the album represents a sonic pivot toward a more electronic and global R&B sound, moving away from the New Jack Swing and rock-infused soul of their 1990s peak. The project was preceded by the singles 'Rocket' (written by Ne-Yo) and 'I’m Good', both of which showcased the group's ability to adapt to the mid-tempo, trap-adjacent rhythms of the late 2010s without sacrificing their signature vocal complexity. Critics noted the album's sophisticated production and the enduring strength of the group's harmonies, positioning it as a successful 'legacy' record that avoids nostalgia in favor of a contemporary, adult-contemporary R&B aesthetic.