Though, like her sister, Solange may have opted to drop the last name Knowles, the similarities between the musically talented sisters don’t go much further. With her third album (but her first EP), “True,” the younger sibling displays considerable talent, showing off vocal and lyrical skills alluded to in her previous work. But after years of waiting for new material, fans of the smooth songstress are treated to a well-developed sound. Through the seven tracks of the collection, Solange delivers thoughtful material that’s upbeat, relatable and a little edgy — though some songs are more effective in capturing the listener than others. Opening track “Losing You” features layered keyboarding, beats and unconventional noises, which sounds a little strange at first listen. But it works. The experimental textures can sometimes rub the wrong way, but overall, the album is a successful venture.

Grade: A