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Travis Scott’s highly anticipated studio album, “UTOPIA,” made its debut on Friday (July 28), igniting widespread discussions online, particularly about one prominent feature. The Texas rapper’s supporters claim it to be the best album of 2023, fueling a spirited debate in the digital sphere.
The album’s immediate popularity can be attributed in part to the appearance of past collaborator Drake on the track “MELTDOWN,” where subtle jabs aimed at Pusha T and Pharrell Williams were detected, though not mentioned explicitly.
“UTOPIA” boasts an impressive lineup of featured artists including Beyoncé, Bon Iver, SZA, Young Thug, Playboi Carti, Future, 21 Savage, among others. Furthermore, Scott takes on a significant role in production, collaborating with the likes of Mike Dean, Hit-Boy, The Alchemist, Metro Boomin, WondaGurl, Pharrell Williams, Kanye West, James Blake, and more.
Upon our initial listen, “UTOPIA” draws inspiration from some of the grand moments featured in Scott’s previous studio album, “ASTROWORLD,” while delving into dance and electronic music territories without compromising his signature impact.
Despite the early acclaim, it might be premature to assign the lofty title bestowed upon “UTOPIA,” especially with other heavy hitters, including Drake, set to release albums later this year.
As expected, the album has sparked a high level of chatter.
Check out some of the reactions below:
Source: Hiphopwired
