On Thursday (February 6), Lil Wayne starred in an ad for Cetaphil that hinted at a June 6 release for his highly anticipated album, Tha Carter VI. That specific day is featured in numerous scenes, suggesting a possible record release date from the New Orleans rap icon. The third, fourth and fifth installments of Tha Carter each previously topped the Billboard 200 chart. (Billboard)
Wu-Tang Clan and producer Mathematics are set to release a limited edition album, Black Samson, The Bastard Swordsman, as part of Record Store Day on April 12. Limited to 5,000 vinyl copies, the 12-track album features all nine surviving Wu-Tang Clan members and guest spots from Kool G Rap, Benny the Butcher, and Kurupt. It will be available exclusively at participating RSD retailers. (Consequence of Sound)
Imagine Dragons will release a concert film, Live From the Hollywood Bowl, in theaters worldwide on March 26 and 29. The film captures the band’s final performance of the North American leg of their 2024 Loom World Tour, and features reimagined versions of their hits with the Los Angeles Film Orchestra. (People)
