Freddie Gibbs has kept a low profile for years. The rapper hasn’t released a full-length since 2022’s “$oul $old $eperately.” He dropped a great guest verse on the remix of Leon Thomas’ single “Mutt.” He tweeted that he liked to pick up “where we left off.” However, the rapper is raising expectations for new music on October 2nd. He teased via Instagram that something big is about to happen.
Freddie Gibbs posted a cryptic message on his Instagram Story “It’s about that time.” There are no photos or other backgrounds, just a black background. He knows what the fans want, and it looks like he’s ready to give it to them. Gibbs’ news, combined with previously posted tweets about a follow-up to “Us,” led many fans to speculate that he might be working on a third joint album with Madlib. The rapper and producer duo have already released two beloved albums, Pinata and Bandana, so completing the trilogy seemed like the logical next step.
Freddie Gibbs has been teasing fans for months
Additionally, Freddie Gibbs and Madlib revealed a third joint album earlier this year. The pair performed a set in May to mark the piñata anniversary. They announced the news ahead of their show at their rooftop venue in New York City, where they greeted an enthusiastic crowd. “Are you ready for Freddie Gibbs?” Madlib asked the crowd. “[I’m] About to throw this live stream at you all. Next up is Montana.
Freddie Gibbs has remained silent in interviews, but he recently came under strong criticism from producer Kate Ranada. The producer told Complex magazine that Gibbs was one of the first rappers he felt comfortable with after coming out as gay in 2016. Proud, man, keep doing your thing,” Ketranada explained. “I thought it was crazy. It gave me hope.” The two artists have collaborated on several songs over the years, including “My Dope House” and the Kaytramine release “letstalkaboutit.”
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Elias is the music writer for HotNewHipHop. He joined the site in 2024 and covers a wide range of topics including pop culture, movies, sports, and, of course, hip-hop. You can find him publishing for HNHH from Monday to Friday, especially coverage of new albums and singles. His favorite artists are Andre 3000, MF Doom, pre-808 Kanye West and Tyler, The Creator. He likes L.A. hip-hop, but not L.A. sports teams. The first album he bought was Will Smith’s “Big Willie Style,” which he thinks still sounds great.
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