Two years after Gordo and Drake's collaborations became instant summer 2022 classics, they're ready to show more on the former's debut album, Diamond.
The introspective project, which is the culmination of over four years of work, is a reflection of Gordo's evolution as an artist. In May 2022, he retired from his Carnage alias.
“[Diamante is] “It's the most emotional project I've ever worked on,” Gordo said. “It features work by artists I admire and am inspired by, some I've known for years and others I've met more recently.”
The collaboration between Gordo and Drake has been instrumental in shaping the landscape where hip-hop meets house music. Their collaborative strength was first showcased on Drake's dance-influenced album Honestly, it doesn't matterin which the DJ contributed with the production of six tracks. The synergy will continue Diamond, spanning 16 tracks and featuring high-profile collaborations from T-Pain, Leon Bridges, Maluma, Fuerza Regida and Rampa and Keinemusik’s &ME, among others.
“We've been friends for years, but we've never really collaborated on music before. Honestly, it doesn't matter“Gordo says of his first official collaboration with Drake. “Having him on my debut album says a lot about what people can expect from it.”
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Since adopting the alias Gordo, the “Taraka” producer has earned several major accolades in a short period of time, including a Grammy nomination and the top spot on the 100 Greatest Albums of All Time list. Billboard“Hot 100 Producers” by . Fans can look forward to the producer's next milestone with the release of his debut album on July 26.
“This album embodies all of my different tastes and personalities, from what I listen to, to what I play live, to who I am as an artist, but most importantly, who Diamante is,” she added. “It’s my most personal work to date and comes from a place of love and authenticity. Most of the production on the album was done at home in Hawaii. I would produce until 6pm, then take a break, sit on my deck and watch the sunset while listening to the album and taking it all in. It’s an album you can listen to at home and at a rave at 5am – it can be the pinnacle of your night or the perfect comedown after a long day. I can’t wait to show you what I’ve been working on.”
Check out the full track listing for Diamond Next and pre-save the album here.
Fat- Diamond Songs list
- Guard Down (with &ME)
- Sideways (with Drake)
- Honey and honey (with Afshin Momadi)
- Easier (with Ramp)
- Objective (with pain T)
- Lake Como (with Larry June)
- Free Trade Zone (with Leon Bridges)
- NENE (With Regulated Force)
- Cafecito (with Nicki Nicole and Sech)
- Parcera (with Maluma)
- Men and women (with Feid)
- Killing for this shit (young Dolph)
- Take the control
- WDYM (with Karolina Falk)
- Aura (with NTO)
- Determined
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