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Eminem, the iconic rapper from Detroit, has just dropped his highly anticipated 12th studio album, “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)” today, July 12, 2024. This release marks Eminem’s first full-length project since 2020’s “Music to Be Murdered By”.

The album, which Eminem himself describes as “conceptual,” consists of 19 tracks that explore themes of renewal, internal conflict, and resolution. Fans are advised to listen to the album in order for the full narrative experience, as Eminem stated, “if you listen to songs out of order they might not make sense”.

Notable tracks include “Guilty Conscience 2,” a sequel to his 1999 hit featuring Dr. Dre, and the previously released singles “Houdini” and “Tobey”. The latter features collaborations with Big Sean and Babyface Ray, showcasing Eminem’s continued willingness to work with both established and up-and-coming artists.

The album’s release was preceded by an intriguing marketing campaign, including a teaser resembling an episode of “Unsolved Mysteries” that aired during the NFL Draft in Detroit. Eminem also ran a fake obituary in the Detroit Free Press, adding to the album’s theme of the “death” of his alter ego, Slim Shady.

With its provocative title and concept, “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)” has already sparked discussions among fans and critics alike. As listeners dive into this new chapter of Eminem’s career, many are eager to see how the rapper has evolved his sound and storytelling in this latest offering.