Hip-Hop legends Common and Pete Rock have finally announced the release date and artwork for their highly anticipated collaborative album. The Auditorium Vol. 1. The project is set to be released on Friday 12th July and will be available digitally, on CD, vinyl and cassette.
The Chicago emcee took to Instagram on Tuesday (June 11) to reveal the album artwork and tell his fans how excited he is.
“For me, it all started with A Dream. A dream to let the world know I was here. A dream to be a part of Hip Hop. A Dream to MC on a level where De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest, KRS-One and Ice Cube knew who I was,” he captioned the artwork, which is displayed at the Kings Theater in Brooklyn, New York: “It was a dream of mine to work with the LEGENDARY @realpeterock (on more than one song). I've been dreaming all my life.
“I'm extremely excited and extremely grateful to announce our New album – The Auditorium Vol. 1 drop on July 12,” he continued. “I have to say the love you all have been showing has been INCREDIBLE. And you know, whenever someone says they're “looking forward to that album you're doing with Pete Rock” – It just makes me happy to be a part of this art form. We pray and hope this music touches your spirit and stays with you for the rest of your life. Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen and to all of you for the Supreme Love. God bless.”
Pete Rock also had a message to share in the comments section: “I cherish our friendship since 91 home slice lol. This has been a dream I've had for years to join you in something! Now we can show everyone the results after working together on our 1st album! Man this is exciting bro thank you so much for this @common”
The duo have worked this album the old fashioned way, releasing two singles already and both songs highlight why these two are considered legends. Lead single “Wise Up” arrived a few weeks ago in May and he performed second single “Dreamin” on Vevo ctrl, which you can see up top.
Watch Common's announcement below:
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