J Hud coming to Oz

Oscar and Grammy winner Jennifer Hudson will visit Australia for the first time next month.

The singer, who rose to prominence first on American Idol, then thanks to her Academy Award winning role in the movie musical Dreamgirls, is head to Australia from May 22-26 to promote the release of her second album, I Remember Me.

Earlier this month, the album debuted at #2 in the US Billboard charts. The album’s first single, the album title, I Remember Me, can be heard on the radio now, or check out our link below.

I Remember Me is the follow up to her self-titled debut album which was released in 2008 and also debuted at #2 in the US Billboard charts.

“I’m excited about this album because it’s almost like a renewal for me, reflected through the chapters of my life,” Hudson said in a statement.

“I’ve called it I Remember Me because of the journey I’ve been on. I’ve learned that life constantly surprises you, no matter your plans.

“My fans have been so loyal, I feel like they have been on this journey with me and I can’t wait for them to hear the new album.”