Nas and DJ Premier Set to Ignite Fans with Highly Anticipated Joint Album
Nas is at it again, giving fans hope and excitement for his long-awaited joint album with DJ Premier. The legendary Queensbridge MC took to Instagram to share a throwback photo of himself and Preemo from the 90s, sparking speculation that their collaborative LP might finally be in the works. The caption of the photo read, “Then v.s Now. What if…”, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the release of new music from this dynamic duo.
In response to Nas’ post, fans flooded the comments section with excitement and anticipation. Some expressed their emotions, with one fan writing, “Don’t play with my emotions like this,” while others speculated about the possibility of a Preem & Esco album finally becoming a reality. The overall sentiment was one of excitement and anticipation as fans eagerly await any news regarding this potentially iconic collaboration.
Word of a joint project between Nas and DJ Premier first surfaced during a 2007 interview with Scratch, where the two discussed teaming up for a full-length album. Despite the years that have passed since then, with only promises from the legendary producer that the album would eventually come out, fans have continued to hold out hope for this highly anticipated project.
The collaboration between Nas and DJ Premier dates back to when the scratch master heard Nas’ “Halftime” track and immediately jumped on board to produce for the MC’s debut album, Illmatic. Alongside other legendary producers like Large Professor, Q-Tip, and Pete Rock, DJ Premier’s contributions to Illmatic resulted in classic tracks like “N.Y. State of Mind,” “Memory Lane (Sittin’ in da Park),” and “Represent.” Despite their successful collaborations on individual tracks over the years, a full album project between the two has yet to materialize.
In 2022, Nas and Preemo reunited on the track “Beat Breaks” from the producer’s Hip Hop 50: Vol. 1 EP, reigniting hopes for their joint album. Furthermore, Nas hinted at the collaborative effort on his King’s Disease 3 album with Hit-Boy, further fueling anticipation among fans for the release of new music from this iconic duo.
As the anniversary of his debut album approaches, Nas recently took to Instagram to reflect on the journey that led to Illmatic. Acknowledging the milestone, he expressed gratitude to those who played a pivotal role in shaping the album, including producers like Large Professor, DJ Premier, Q-Tip, Pete Rock, DJ LES, and AZ. As the 30th anniversary of Illmatic approaches, Nas continues to honor the legacy of the album and the individuals who helped bring it to life.
With the possibility of a joint album with DJ Premier on the horizon, fans of Nas are eagerly awaiting any news or updates regarding this highly anticipated project. As one of the most iconic and influential figures in hip hop, Nas’ collaboration with the legendary DJ Premier promises to deliver a project that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the music industry and further solidify their place in hip hop history.
