Here’s Everything We Know About Eminem’s ‘The Death of Slim Shady’ Album

Em's twelfth studio album is scheduled to release this summer.

On April 25, 2024, in Detroit, Michigan, Eminem showed his excitement at the start of the 2024 NFL Draft by applauding during the first round. This event took place at Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza, and was captured by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images.

Shady has returned once again. Eminem is currently working on a new album entitled The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce), which is expected to be released during the summer.

Eminem has recently hinted at a new project, but has not disclosed many specific details about it. He made the announcement while at the NFL Draft in April, where he was supporting the Detroit Lions. This project has been highly anticipated, and fans are eagerly awaiting further information about its features and release date.

The unveiling of the album was cleverly presented like an episode of the show "Unsolved Mysteries." This episode depicted Em's death as he searched for the answer to the question of who murdered Slim Shady.

Slim Shady's passing will be marked by the release of his 12th music collection, which is also his first since last year's Music to Be Murdered By. That album debuted at the top spot on Billboard 200, making it Eminem's 10th consecutive number one achievement, a truly remarkable accomplishment.

Em has a history of delivering surprises to his fans, as demonstrated when he unexpectedly released his Kamikaze album in 2018, which was a chart-topper. He hasn't released any new music in 2024 yet, and it remains unclear whether he will release a lead single. If he does, it will be his first release of the year.

It is worth noting that Dr. Dre was the first one to let the cat out of the bag about this project. He disclosed that Eminem had an album all prepared beforehand during his initial late-night TV appearance in three decades, which took place back in March.

Discover the full roster exploring our knowledge regarding The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce) down there.

Summer Release Ahead!

Eminem is planning to make the upcoming summer sizzle with his new album. Although he hasn't given a specific date for its release yet, Slim has announced that the album will drop in the summer of 2024. In the past, Eminem has often used his Slim Shady persona, but it seems that this album will focus on the circumstances that led to his downfall.

When Eminem announced his release date, he also released a preview of the show Detroit Murder Files, which focuses on crimes in the city. The clip features a cameo by 50 Cent, who describes one of the criminals as a "psychopath." In the background, Eminem's popular single "My Name Is" plays, which won a Grammy Award and reached No. 36 on the Hot 100 chart. The song's producer, Dr. Dre, was also behind the scenes on the hit track.

Song Title Theory From Fake Obituary

In May 13th, Eminem published a false obituary in the Detroit Free Press, discussing the departure of his alter-ego Slim Shady, a rapper known for stirring up controversy.

The DFP published an article titled "Slim Shady's Lasting Impact" with a subheading that stated fans will always remember the divisive rapper. The obituary included a picture of Eminem wearing a hockey mask reminiscent of the horror movie villain Jason Voorhees.

Fans started to wonder if Eminem intentionally put 'Will Never Forget' in quotes, which led to various theories about it being the title of a potential first single for his upcoming album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce).

"I'm pretty certain that 'Will Never Forget' is a standalone song or perhaps connected to the album's actual title," expressed a fan while messaging X. A social media page run by Brazilian fans of Eminem asked, "What ideas do you have? Could 'Will Never Forget' turn out to be the initial single release from TDOSS?"

Shady was from Detroit and started his career in the underground rap scene in the late 1990s. He gained fame in 1999 with his song "My Name Is" and its interesting music video. Unfortunately, the things that made him famous were also the things that defined his life and led to his tragic death. His life was complicated and full of pain, and now that he is gone, there is no clear resolution to his legacy. We can only hope that he finds peace in the afterlife.

Dr. Dre Reveals Involvement In Eminem's Album

Eminem and Dr. Dre are joining forces once again for The Death of Slim Shady. Dr. Dre, who has worked with Eminem many times before and acted as his mentor, revealed his participation in the upcoming album during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in March.

Dr. Dre made a surprise appearance with Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent during a late-night event, which was his first in 30 years. This was after he received an accolade by getting his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Listen up, I've got exciting news to share with you: Eminem is currently working on his very own album which is set to be released this year," Dre revealed. "During our conversation, he gave me the green light to confirm this right here on this very show. Not only that, but I've collaborated with him on some tracks and let me tell you, they're absolutely amazing. I'm eagerly awaiting the chance to listen to the whole album tomorrow and I can't wait for all of you to hear it too."

Eminem Teases Fans With Cryptic Clue

In a mysterious way, Eminem hinted at a potential new release by teasing his fans on May 20th. The famous rapper compared himself to the Easter Bunny, placing hidden eggs all over the yard. He did this by sharing a tweet containing an encrypted text message that said, "... and for my last trick!" This left fans wondering what Eminem has in store for them, and they eagerly await the unveiling of this unknown surprise.

On the midnight of Friday, May 31, a message was sent. As soon as fans saw it, they started guessing that this might imply the release of new music before the end of the month.

Someone wrote that this is actually him declaring that he will release something on May 31, laughing my ass off.

Aside from the rabbit pic with a top hat, there weren't any other noteworthy details about the contact. Em even went ahead and used it as his X account's profile picture.

Could Snoop Dogg Join Dr. Dre?

Dr. Dre is heavily involved in Eminem's forthcoming album, hinting at the possibility of more frequent collaborations. In 2022, Em shared a picture on social media of himself, Dre and Snoop Dogg in the studio together. The caption simply read: "Just a few buddies... chilling."

Many months ago, they joined forces for their initial collaboration in more than two decades with the track titled "From the D to the LBC." The song was included in Shady's Curtain Call 2 album which is a collection of his best hits. This collaboration signified their first project together since The Marshall Mathers LP album.

Eminem's Old Albums Inspire Even Now

Actor Matthew McConaughey famously said, "Sometimes, in order to move forward, you have to go back." In a rare interview with XXL in 2022, rapper Eminem admitted that he often finds himself revisiting his first three albums when he's struggling creatively and looking for fresh inspiration. It's possible that these early releases may have a significant impact on his upcoming project, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce).

The artist expressed his pride in his first three albums when reviewing his catalog. However, he had a different opinion about Encore. He admitted to listening to those songs when he needs inspiration, but he also feels regret about missed opportunities in his vocal delivery. Whenever he listens, he critiques himself by thinking of ways to better connect and articulate certain lyrics.

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