Stop whatever you’re doing, because it’s time pop your headphones on and reassess the meaning of life. In a much-needed rush of good news this year, RZA just announced that there’s a brand new Wu-Tang Clan album on the horizon, Wu-Tang: The Saga Continues, due for release on October 13th. This will mark the legendary group’s first widely available record since 2014’s A Better Tomorrow, and it’s reportedly being crafted by DJ Mathematics, with RZA himself serving as executive producer.
“For years, Math has had the idea of putting together a body of music using modern and legendary equipment such as ASR10 with vocal performances by Wu-Tang Clan members and other prominent MCs,” explained RZA in a statement. “With The Saga Continues, he’s created a masterpiece. We at 36 Chambers ALC are honored to work with Mathematics and Wu-Tang Clan to put out a great piece of art.”
The first track, “People Say [feat. Redman]” also just surfaced, packed with slick contributions from Method Man, Raekwon, Inspektah Deck and Masta Killa. It’s shrouded in dark urban vibes, with sharp wordplay and a soulful hook, and it’s hard to listen without craving their insane live presence. Listen right here and check out their just-announced tour dates below (including stops in Buffalo and Brooklyn!).
Wu-Tang Clan 2017 Tour Dates
9/1—Raekwon—Kalamazoo, MI—The Back Room
9/3—Method Man & Redman—Chicago, IL—Soldier Field
9/7—Raekwon—Buffalo, NY—Waiting Room
9/10—Wu-Tang Clan—Clio, MI—Cannibis Cup
9/15—Ghostface Killah—Brooklyn, NY—Brooklyn Bowl
9/16—Wu-Tang Clan—Chicago, IL—Riot Fest
9/17—Raekwon—Los Angeles, CA—Paid Dues Fest
9/22—Raekwon—Tulsa, OK—The Vanguard
9/24—Raekwon—Dallas, TX—Gas Monkey
9/25—Raekwon—Austin, TX—Antone’s
9/26—Raekwon—San Antonio, TX—The Korova
10/6—Raekwon—St. Paul, MN—Amsterdam Bar & Hall
10/7—Raekwon—Los Angeles, CA—Globe Theater
10/8—Ghostface Killah—Atlanta, GA—Georgia Freight Depot
10/21—Ghostface Killah—Chicago, IL—Navy Pier
Article: Olivia Isenhart
Cover Photo: Shayne Hanley
