Dr. Dre Says New Eminem Album Coming This Year: "I've Got Songs On It"
During his appearance on the show alongside Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent, the legendary producer and rapper spilled the beans about Slim Shady's highly anticipated project, much to the delight of fans everywhere.
Let me tell you something, let me explain something to you right now: Eminem is working on his own album which is coming out this yearDre shared with Kimmel and the audience, emphasizing that he had Em's approval to break the news. With excitement coursing through his words, Dre continued:”
- Dr. Dre
I actually talked to him and he told me it was okay for me to make that announcement right here on this show. So he has an album coming out, I’ve got songs on it and it’s fire. I’m actually gonna hear the entire album for the first time for tomorrow.”
- Dr. Dre
Dr. Dre Surprises Fans with News of Eminem's Upcoming Album This Year:
Dr Dre confirms on Jimmy Kimmel Live that Eminem has a solo album dropping this year 👀🔥
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Dre confessed that even he has yet to have the chance to fully immerse himself in the album's entirety. "He holds his music close to his chest, so I haven't heard everything," he admitted. "But I'm gonna hear it, and he's putting out an album this year."
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As the conversation unfolded, Kimmel touched on Eminem's penchant for perfectionism, to which Dre responded, "Yeah, I'm hands-on. There's things that I have to mix that I've done, but I get the chance to hear the album in its entirety."
This bombshell announcement marks Eminem's return to the spotlight following his last album, Music to Be Murdered By, released in January 2020. The album made waves by debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Em's lyrical prowess and solidifying his status as one of rap's greatest.
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Adding to the excitement, the deluxe version of Music to Be Murdered By – Side B dropped in December 2020, featuring 16 new tracks and propelling the album back up the charts to No. 3 on the Billboard 200.
With Dr. Dre's stamp of approval and the promise of new music on the horizon, fans can't wait to see what Eminem has in store for them with his upcoming album. Stay tuned for more updates as the anticipation continues to build in the world of hip-hop.