*Rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony have recruited some high-powered music talent to participate in “Strength & Loyalty,” their next album due April 17 through Interscope.
Akon is featured on the first single "I Tried," while Mariah Carey and Bow Wow take part in the Jermaine Dupri-produced intended second single, "Lil L.O.V.E," reports Billboard.com.
Other artists making guest appearances include The Game, Twista and gospel star Yolanda Adams. Production on the disc is provided by Swizz Beatz, Akon and the Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am.
The album is also expected to include vocals from group member Flesh-N-Bone, who has been locked up on weapons charges since 2000.
A 90-minute as-yet-untitled film is expected to be released in conjunction with the new album.