new concepts coming be patient brother

AlbumofTheYear is showing a June 28th release date, don't know if anyone can edit that

There's also a vinyl pre-order on a German website, no date on there

Let's go!

holy s***

If it's HHV, I see the same date.

late june

Seems like the cover is out hhv.de/shop/en/records/item/lupe-fiasco-samurai-opaque-olive-vinyl-edition-1127332

could be. i remember drogas wave having placeholder artwork before release too

The description on Rough Trade isn't too revealing, but it's something:

Samurai (Opaque Olive) is the latest album by Lupe Fiasco, released by 1St And 15Th Productions, Inc. This highly anticipated album showcases Lupe Fiasco's unique style and lyrical prowess, solidifying his position as one of the most innovative artists in the hip-hop industry.

With Samurai (Opaque Olive), Lupe Fiasco delivers a captivating musical experience that takes listeners on a journey through thought-provoking lyrics and intricate beats. The album features a blend of storytelling and social commentary, addressing various themes with depth and intelligence.

Listeners can expect to be immersed in a sonic landscape that is both dynamic and introspective. From high-energy tracks that make you want to move to slower, more contemplative songs that encourage reflection, Samurai (Opaque Olive) offers a diverse range of sounds and emotions.

Lupe Fiasco's masterful storytelling abilities shine through in each track, painting vivid pictures with his words and drawing listeners into his world. His clever wordplay and sharp wit are on full display, making Samurai (Opaque Olive) a must-listen for fans of intelligent and thought-provoking music.

Overall, Samurai (Opaque Olive) is a powerful addition to Lupe Fiasco's discography, showcasing his growth as an artist while staying true to his signature style. This album is sure to resonate with both longtime fans and new listeners alike, cementing Lupe Fiasco's status as a true hip-hop icon.

sounds like AI

Autoboto came out May 19th in 2022, wouldn't suprise me if we get the first single the next 2 weeks

We eat

When will he start acknowledging it

prolly in june

LUPE

Both websites that had the pre-order aren't showing up now

Lupe checks the reddit fairly often, so that was inevitable. Probably told them to take it down until it gets closer to the release date.

Pre-Orders back up with the tracklist

Outside is supposedly on the tracklist

shop.season-of-mist.com/lupe-fiasco-samurai-lp

Here's another pre-order that goes more in depth about the project, including the tracklist

think it might be time to officially announce the album lu...

seems like a different outside. album summary said it was exclusively soundtrakk produced. the aptmc outside was prod by lupe iirc

"On his new album, Samurai, Lupe retreats inward to give fans one of his most personal albums in his deep catalog. “I sometimes get tagged by my fans as not doing personal records,” Lupe says, “but I always tell people there's me in there if you listen closely enough. This album is one of my more personal records to date. It's not a full biography, but my personal experiences are tied up in all of my music. A lot of the records are me. Some are from the POV of a character. and some are me. The album weaves things from my life as an artist, touching on things other artists go through.” The narrative follows a battle rapper through various moments in his career, starting with how they honed their battle rap skills, following their career through different moments. Musically, the new album finds Lupe delighting in the simple pleasures of assembling assonant syllables into playful and poignant narratives. The 8-track album is smooth, yet cerebral, brimming with ideas, but always radiating Lupe’s pure love for the art of emceeing and committing himself as a servant of the rap game. The album was produced in full by longtime collaborator and friend, Soundtrakk (“Superstar,” “Kick, Push,” “HipHop Saved My Life”), their second time linking up on a full album after 2022’s DRILL MUSIC IN ZION, and is also the first time Lupe, Trakk, and longtime manager Charles “Chill” Patton were in the studio together since Patton’s release from prison in 2023. “It felt great to be back in the studio again as a family,” Lupe says. It’s the first time they’d worked together in the studio since Lupe’s seminal album, The Cool in 2005. “The word ‘samurai’ means to serve,” Lupe says on the album’s title. “My relationship to that word has always meant that you need to be at the service of other people, either in the overall community, or in this instance, the rap community at large that I’ve been a part of for years. You have some duty, some purpose to serve. The title alone is very important to me. Before rap even, martial arts was my whole life, and it still plays a huge role in my life. The album is me, but also inspired by a quote I heard from one of my favorite artists. The overall themes of the album speak to the constant fight and the battle one goes through being in the entertainment industry. Some of the things we need to defend.”

I’m thinking we might be seeing a single tomorrow night..

Think so too, this is basically the same week he released Autoboto