DMX’s first posthumous album Exodus will be released later this month.
The rapper, whose real name was Earl Simmons, passed away on April 9. Prior to his death, DMX returned to Def Jam Records, which released his most popular albums including his classic 1998 debut It’s Dark And Hell Is Hot. The late rapper also revealed that he was working on his next project.
DMX’s friend and longtime collaborator Swizz Beatz announced that the rapper’s first posthumous album would be released on May 28 via Def Jam.
“My brother X was one of the most pure and rare souls I’ve ever met. He lived his life dedicated to his family and music. Most of all, he was generous with his giving and loved his fans beyond measure. This album, X couldn’t wait for his fans all around the world to hear and show just how much he valued each and every single person that has supported him unconditionally,” Swizz said in a press release.
Before he passed, DMX said his next album would include Lil Wayne, Snoop Dog, Alicia Keys, Usher, several members of the Griselda crew, and the late Pop Smoke. He also said he had a collaboration on the way with U2’s Bono called “Skyscrapers”.
Two new DMX tracks have been released since his death—the Swizz Beatz and French Montana featured “Been To War” and “X Moves” featuring Bootsy Collins and Deep Purple’s Ian Paice.
