In exciting news for hip-hop fans, Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist have officially announced their upcoming joint album, Alfredo 2. This highly anticipated sequel to their critically acclaimed 2020 project, Alfredo, has fans buzzing with anticipation. The duo shared the album’s artwork, which pays homage to the original LP’s cover featuring hands puppeteering a dish of pasta.
While no specific release date has been provided, the collaboration has been in the works since at least 2021, with Gibbs expressing his desire for a fresh recording environment. In a previous interview with NPR, he humorously mentioned, “Next [album] I want to go to Hawaii. We can record in Hawaii. I’m going to bring in like 20 strippers. I need it for my mindset.”
Recently, Gibbs also addressed rumors surrounding his other joint project with producer Madlib. Following devastating wildfires in Los Angeles earlier this year, fans speculated that their completed album might have been lost. In a Reddit post, a fan recounted meeting Gibbs, who reportedly confirmed that the album was “lost” in the fires that impacted Madlib, who tragically lost his home in the disaster.
However, Gibbs took to social media to clarify the situation, stating, “This cap,” in response to the rumors about the lost album. In light of Madlib’s loss, a fundraiser was initiated by his manager, Stacy Epps, to help him rebuild and recover from the devastating incident. The fundraiser aims to assist Madlib with immediate personal needs, including clothing, temporary housing, and the tools necessary for him to continue creating music.
As anticipation builds for Alfredo 2, fans are eager to see what Gibbs and The Alchemist will deliver in this new project. Their previous collaboration received widespread acclaim for its clever lyricism, smooth production, and cohesive sound, setting high expectations for the sequel.
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