# Isley Brothers Release 'By Any Means' Album

> Isley Brothers, David Kushner and Brandy release 'By Any Means' album inspired by Paramount film.
- Title: Isley Brothers Release 'By Any Means' Album · Billboard
- Summary: Isley Brothers, David Kushner and Brandy release 'By Any Means' album inspired by Paramount film. Isley Brothers and David Kushner collaborate on 'By Any…
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/by-any-means-album-isley-brothers-brandy-david-kushner-1236345287
- Author: Gail Mitchell
- Published: 2026-09-23T16:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: isley brothers, david kushner, brandy, by any means album, paramount pictures, black music action coalition, fame studios, musical director
## New Album Release
Anzie Blue Records and Surf Club partner on 'By Any Means: The Album' arriving Sept 25.
## Album Features
The Isley Brothers, David Kushner, Brandy, Keb' Mo' and Tone Stith contribute to the project.
## Film Inspiration
The album draws from Paramount Pictures' film 'By Any Means' currently in theaters.
## Racial Disparity Theme
Singers reimagine 1960s songs by Ray Charles, Sam Cooke and James Brown.
## Recording Details
Most tracks recorded in less than a week at FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Ala.
## We Shall Overcome
Pynk Beard performs 'We Shall Overcome' with Fran Strine-directed video premiering Sept 25.
## Beneficiary
Net proceeds benefit Black Music Action Coalition supporting next-gen artists.
## Key takeaway

Isley Brothers and David Kushner collaborate on 'By Any Means' album with Brandy, Keb' Mo' and others, benefiting Black Music Action Coalition.