July 12, 2024 04:37 PM IST
Eminem has finally released his 12th studio album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace), along with a tip for listening. See what fans have to say about it
Everybody stop what you’re doing! Eminem has finally released his 12th studio album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace)After months of releasing absurd teaser videos surrounding the concept of the Death of Slim Shady, the internationally acclaimed rapper has finally launched his album on July 12th.
The preview of this masterpiece of music included the following houdini And TobeThis conceptual album features 19 tracks that focus on his early career, controversies, and the sequel to his 1999 hit film. guilty conscience,
On July 11, the rapper took to X to give fans tips on how to stream the album for the best listening experience. In the tweet, the Grammy-winning songwriter said, “Public service announcement: “Death of Slim Shady” is a conceptual album, therefore, if you don’t listen to the songs in order they may not make sense. Enjoy.”
While the album may be one of the best he’s ever made, the marketing behind its release was just as brilliant. Prior to the official release, Em mocked the album with an absurd fake condolence message for Slim Shady in the Detroit Free Press on May 14. The headline read, “Slim Shady leaves lasting impression.”
Additional previews of the new album were in the form of an advertisement that was played on TV during the NFL Draft in Detroit. The short video depicted the death of Slim Shady as a true crime show, an attempt to literally represent the album’s title.
what fans say
The response to the release has been overwhelmingly positive, to say the least. Musicians like Charlie Puth have come out in support of the album, with fans seemingly in disbelief that the breakout hit has finally arrived.
“Exclusive: Rapper “Eminem” hospitalized after suffering serious back injury while taking down the entire hip hop industry with him,” a fan tweeted.
Collaborators on the album include guests such as Big Sean and Babytron Tobe While Dr. Dre received production credit Lucifer And road rage And Bizzare rapped a verse antichristThe album is now available on all popular streaming platforms.
