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| | Name = These Days… | |||
| | Type = studio | |||
| ⚫ | | Artist = ] | ||
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| | Released = {{startdate|2014|06|24}} | |||
| | Recorded = 2013–14 | |||
| | Genre = ] | |||
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| | Label = ] | |||
| | Producer = {{flat list| | |||
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| *Skhye Hutch | |||
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| *Tommy Black}} | |||
| | Last album = '']''<br/>(2012) | |||
| | This album = '''''These Days…'''''<br/>(2014) | |||
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| '''''These Days''''' is the upcoming third ] by ] ] ] ], scheduled to be released on June 24, 2014, via ]. It will serve as the follow-up to 2012's critically acclaimed '']''. | |||
| The album is said to include ]s from ] affiliates ] and ], as well as ] and ], whose in-house studio he recorded the majority of the record.<ref name=Billboard>{{cite web|last1=Ramirez|first1=Erika|title=The Juice Podcast Ab-Soul Talks 'These Days' Delays, Plus Ratking Interview|url=http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/the-juice/6106271/the-juice-podcast-ab-soul-ratking-interviews|website=Billboard.com|publisher=Billboard|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=30 May 2014}}</ref> The album's production will be handled by ], ], Skyhe Hutch, Tommy Black and ], among others. ''These Days…'' was promoted by the ]-produced single "Stigmata" which features ] and ] ] Asaad.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Breihan|first1=Tom|title=Ab-Soul – "Stigmata (Feat. Action Bronson & Asaad)|url=http://www.stereogum.com/1683110/ab-soul-stigmata-feat-action-bronson-asaad/mp3s/|website=Stereogum.com|publisher=SpinMedia|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=22 May 2014}}</ref> | |||
| ==Release and promotion== | |||
| On August 6, 2013, Ab-Soul announced he was working on a new project.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Nostro|first1=Lauren|title=Ab-Soul "Christopher DRONEr"|url=http://www.complexmag.ca/music/2013/08/ab-soul-christopher-droner|website=Complexmag.ca|publisher=Complex Media|accessdate=6 Jun 2014|date=6 Aug 2013}}</ref> The following day he would speak to '']'' and confirm that ] and ], will appear on the upcoming project.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Johnson|first1=Miranda|title=Ab-Soul Speaks On New Single And Upcoming Project With JMSN|url=http://www.xxlmag.com/news/2013/08/ab-soul-speaks-on-new-single-and-upcoming-project-with-jmsn/|website=XXLmag.com|publisher=Harris Publications, Inc.|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=8 Aug 2013}}</ref> On October 17, 2013, Ab-Soul stated that he was close to finalizing the project.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Johnson|first1=Miranda|title=Ab-Soul Is Putting The Final Touches On His Next Project|url=http://www.xxlmag.com/news/2013/10/ab-soul-putting-final-touches-next-project/|website=XXLmag.ca|publisher=Harris Publications, Inc.|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=17 Oct 2013}}</ref> Then later that week, he confirmed that the project had been turned in for ] and cleared up rumors that it was titled ''Black Lip Pastor''.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Lilah|first1=Rose|title=Ab-Soul Talks On Upcoming Project & Confusion Surrounding Title, Isaiah Rashad & "Unit 6"|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ab-soul-talks-on-upcoming-project-and-confusion-surrounding-title-isaiah-rashad-and-unit-6-news.7792.html|website=HotNewHipHop.com|publisher=Urbanlinx Media, Inc.|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=22 Oct 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last1=Tardio|first1=Andres|title=Ab-Soul Finalizing New Album, Title Unknown|url=http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.25844/title.ab-soul-finalizing-new-album-title-unknown|website=HipHopDX.com|publisher=Cheri Media Group|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=19 Oct 2013}}</ref> | |||
| On January 2, 2014, Ab-Soul revealed he had turned in two projects to his label Top Dawg, before the year 2013, was over: "I turned in 2 projects last year, yea I know what your thinking, let's see where this year takes me…" he ].<ref>{{cite web|last1=Baker|first1=Soren|title=Ab-Soul Says He Turned In Two Projects In 2013|url=http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.26870/title.ab-soul-says-he-turned-in-two-projects-in-2013|work=HipHopDX.com|publisher=Cheri Media Group|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=3 Jan 2014}}</ref> On January 6, 2014, in an interview with Bootleg Kev, when speaking on the album Ab-Soul stated: "Ali is ] it right now," and that they were waiting on the perfect way to present the project, as a result of creative releases such as ]'s '']''.<ref name=BootlegKev>{{cite web|title=Ab-Soul Interview w/ Bootleg Kev (Exclusive)|url=http://bootlegkev.com/v2/2014/01/ab-soul-interview-w-bootleg-kev-exclusive/|website=BootlegKev.com|publisher=BSC MultiMedia LLC|accessdate=7 Jun 204|date=6 Jan 2014}}</ref> He also revealed the album is about progression and confirmed there would be appearances from his TDE label-mates, as well as production from hip hop producer ].<ref name=BootlegKev/> | |||
| On May 5, 2014, Ab-Soul took to ] to announce his third album would be titled ''These Days…''<ref>{{cite web|last1=Walsh|first1=Peter|title=Ab-Soul's Album Title Is 'These days…'|url=http://www.xxlmag.com/news/2014/05/ab-soul-reveal-album-title-via-twitter/|website=XXLmag.com|publisher=Harris Publications, Inc.|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=6 May 2014}}</ref> On May 30, 2014, Top Dawg management took to Twitter to reveal ''These Days…'', is scheduled for a June 24, release date. That same day, TDE management also unveiled the cover art for the album and released a snippet of a music video directed by Dave Free and APLUSFILMZ for Ab-Soul's song "Stigmata".<ref>{{cite web|last1=Benton-Martin|first1=Erika|title=Ab-Soul Releases 'These Days…' Album Art, Release Date And 'Stigmata' Teaser Video|url=http://www.musictimes.com/articles/6480/20140531/ab-soul-releases-these-days%E2%80%A6-album-art-release-date-and-stigmata-teaser-video.htm|website=MusicTimes.com|publisher=MusicTimes.com|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=31 May 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last1=Frydenlund|first1=Zach|title=Watch Ab-Soul's Video for "Stigmata"|url=http://www.complex.com/music/2014/05/watch-ab-souls-video-for-stigmata|website=Complexmag.com|publisher=Complex Media|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=30 May 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author1=The 405|title=Ab-Soul details new album, unveils video for 'Stigmata'|url=http://www.thefourohfive.com/news/article/ab-soul-details-new-album-unveils-video-for-stigmata-140|website=TheFourOhFive.com|accessdate=7 Jun 2014|date=31 May 2014}}</ref> On June 1, 2014, Ab-Soul appeared on ]'s ''Real Late with Rosenberg'' to discuss his album.<ref name=HHDX1>{{cite web|last1=Harling|first1=Danielle|title=Ab-Soul Says "These Days..." Will Be A "Top Dawg Party"|url=http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.29098/ab-soul-says-these-days-will-be-a-top-dawg-party-/|website=HipHopDX.com|publisher=Cheri Media Group|accessdate=7 June 2014|date=4 June 2014}}</ref> He revealed that the album will be a "Top Dawg party" and will feature production from ], ], Skyhe Hutch and Tommy Black, among others.<ref name=HHDX1/> | |||
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These Days is the upcoming third studio album by American hip hop recording artist Ab-Soul, scheduled to be released on June 24, 2014, via Top Dawg Entertainment. It will serve as the follow-up to 2012's critically acclaimed Control System.
The album is said to include guest appearances from Black Hippy affiliates Kendrick Lamar and ScHoolboy Q, as well as Danny Brown and Mac Miller, whose in-house studio he recorded the majority of the record. The album's production will be handled by Sounwave, Tae Beast, Skyhe Hutch, Tommy Black and Statik Selektah, among others. These Days… was promoted by the Rahki-produced single "Stigmata" which features Action Bronson and Philadelphia rapper Asaad.
Release and promotion
On August 6, 2013, Ab-Soul announced he was working on a new project. The following day he would speak to XXL and confirm that JMSN and Jhené Aiko, will appear on the upcoming project. On October 17, 2013, Ab-Soul stated that he was close to finalizing the project. Then later that week, he confirmed that the project had been turned in for mixing and cleared up rumors that it was titled Black Lip Pastor.
On January 2, 2014, Ab-Soul revealed he had turned in two projects to his label Top Dawg, before the year 2013, was over: "I turned in 2 projects last year, yea I know what your thinking, let's see where this year takes me…" he tweeted. On January 6, 2014, in an interview with Bootleg Kev, when speaking on the album Ab-Soul stated: "Ali is mixing it right now," and that they were waiting on the perfect way to present the project, as a result of creative releases such as Nipsey Hussle's Crenshaw. He also revealed the album is about progression and confirmed there would be appearances from his TDE label-mates, as well as production from hip hop producer Statik Selektah.
On May 5, 2014, Ab-Soul took to Twitter to announce his third album would be titled These Days… On May 30, 2014, Top Dawg management took to Twitter to reveal These Days…, is scheduled for a June 24, release date. That same day, TDE management also unveiled the cover art for the album and released a snippet of a music video directed by Dave Free and APLUSFILMZ for Ab-Soul's song "Stigmata". On June 1, 2014, Ab-Soul appeared on Hot 97's Real Late with Rosenberg to discuss his album. He revealed that the album will be a "Top Dawg party" and will feature production from Sounwave, Tae Beast, Skyhe Hutch and Tommy Black, among others.
References
- Ramirez, Erika (30 May 2014). "The Juice Podcast Ab-Soul Talks 'These Days' Delays, Plus Ratking Interview". Billboard.com. Billboard. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- Breihan, Tom (22 May 2014). "Ab-Soul – "Stigmata (Feat. Action Bronson & Asaad)". Stereogum.com. SpinMedia. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- Nostro, Lauren (6 Aug 2013). "Ab-Soul "Christopher DRONEr"". Complexmag.ca. Complex Media. Retrieved 6 Jun 2014.
- Johnson, Miranda (8 Aug 2013). "Ab-Soul Speaks On New Single And Upcoming Project With JMSN". XXLmag.com. Harris Publications, Inc. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- Johnson, Miranda (17 Oct 2013). "Ab-Soul Is Putting The Final Touches On His Next Project". XXLmag.ca. Harris Publications, Inc. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- Lilah, Rose (22 Oct 2013). "Ab-Soul Talks On Upcoming Project & Confusion Surrounding Title, Isaiah Rashad & "Unit 6"". HotNewHipHop.com. Urbanlinx Media, Inc. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- Tardio, Andres (19 Oct 2013). "Ab-Soul Finalizing New Album, Title Unknown". HipHopDX.com. Cheri Media Group. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- Baker, Soren (3 Jan 2014). "Ab-Soul Says He Turned In Two Projects In 2013". HipHopDX.com. Cheri Media Group. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- ^ "Ab-Soul Interview w/ Bootleg Kev (Exclusive)". BootlegKev.com. BSC MultiMedia LLC. 6 Jan 2014. Retrieved 7 Jun 204.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - Walsh, Peter (6 May 2014). "Ab-Soul's Album Title Is 'These days…'". XXLmag.com. Harris Publications, Inc. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- Benton-Martin, Erika (31 May 2014). "Ab-Soul Releases 'These Days…' Album Art, Release Date And 'Stigmata' Teaser Video". MusicTimes.com. MusicTimes.com. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- Frydenlund, Zach (30 May 2014). "Watch Ab-Soul's Video for "Stigmata"". Complexmag.com. Complex Media. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
- The 405 (31 May 2014). "Ab-Soul details new album, unveils video for 'Stigmata'". TheFourOhFive.com. Retrieved 7 Jun 2014.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Harling, Danielle (4 June 2014). "Ab-Soul Says "These Days..." Will Be A "Top Dawg Party"". HipHopDX.com. Cheri Media Group. Retrieved 7 June 2014.