Def Jam Recordings released a new album from the late Los Angeles musician August 08. The 10-song album, Pretend it's okayfeatures guest spots from Channel Tres, Kiah Victoria and Mark Lux. Listen to the new album and watch the new video for “Egotrip”, below.
August 08 died last year aged 31. Pretend it's okay is the first posthumous release from the musician and follows in 2022 Seasick.
Following August 08's death, Def Jam Recordings shared in a statement: “The entire Def Jam family mourns the tragic loss of Ray 'August 08' Jacobs. A brilliant songwriter, an accomplished musician and a unique artist, August will be remembered as a beloved colleague and friend. We express our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.”
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