Slum Village Drops ‘F.U.N.’ – First Album in Nearly a Decade Revives Hip-Hop Legacy

Image source: Photographer Frankie Fultz (Slum Village members (left-right) T3 and Young RJ) With a triumphant return to the hip-hop scene, Slum Village breaks a decade-long silence with their latest studio offering, ‘F.U.N.’ This highly anticipated album not only rekindles the founding members T3 and rapper/producer Young RJ’s signature sound but also serves as a powerful testament to their enduring influence in the realm of hip-hop. The album, which dropped on May 3, 2024, via Ne’Astra Music and Virgin Music Group, includes 12 tracks featuring collaborations with notable artists such as Robert Glasper, Eric Roberson, and Detroit’s own The Dramatics ‘F.U.N.’ follows their last major release, Yes!, in 2015 and a compilation, Vol. 0, in 2016. The album’s creation was inspired by a desire to explore new sonic territories while maintaining their roots in Detroit’s rich musical heritage. T3 explains that the creative process for this album “began with collecting old Disco records.” R.J. adds that they “wanted to just try something new, so we focused on making Disco-inspired music.” The album’s tracklist comprises a diverse blend of fresh and recognizable sounds. It includes standout tracks such as “Welcome” featuring Brittney Carter, “All Live” with Abstract Orchestra, and “So Superb”...