Following the undeniable chemistry they displayed on the 2024 track “BE ILL,” hip-hop veterans Rakim, Kurupt, and Masta Killa are reportedly joining forces for a full-length collaborative album. The trio first aligned for the lead single of Rakim’s self-produced comeback project G.O.D.’s Network: REB7RTH, seamlessly blending their distinct regional styles into a critically acclaimed release that immediately sparked conversations about a larger group effort.

The speculation surrounding a full group project solidified after veteran A&R and executive producer Matthew “M80” Markoff recently teased the upcoming joint album via Instagram. While specific label logistics and release dates remain tightly guarded, the project is already generating massive buzz as a foundational crossover event for traditional East Coast and West Coast lyricism.

Adding significant weight to the anticipation, rapidly circulating rumors suggest the project will secure a monumental guest appearance by both Eminem and Jay-Z. Recent discussions within the hip-hop community point to M80 hinting at a specific interlude track that is expected to boast full, unedited verses from both rap titans, which would mark their most significant vocal reunion in years.

If these high-profile features and the joint tracklist come to fruition, the album will immediately position itself as one of the most culturally significant releases of the year for true hip-hop heads. The community is currently keeping a close watch on M80 and the artists’ respective camps for an official tracklist rollout and a confirmed release date (expected in August).