Rakim is set to release his first album in 15 years, featuring a diverse lineup of legendary and contemporary rappers. The album, titled God’s Network: Reb7rth, will be released on July 26, with the first single, “Rebirth,” dropping on June 21. This track features Kurupt and Masta Killa.
The extensive guest list for the album includes Snoop Dogg, Method Man, B.G., Kool G Rap, Canibus, Skyzoo, KXNG Crooked, Chino XL, 38 Spesh, Planet Asia, and the late DMX, Nipsey Hussle, Prodigy, and Fred the Godson.
The project’s A&R and executive producer, Matthew “M80” Markoff, announced the album on Instagram, highlighting its stellar lineup. Markoff wrote: “When you hear the INSANITY we’re cooking up for July 26th, you’ll salute just like the G.O.D @thegodrakim. The 1st Ever FULLY PRODUCED project + Featuring RAKIM ALLAH!”
This marks Rakim’s first album since The Seventh Seal in 2009, which ended a 10-year hiatus from music.
