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Post Malone Announces New Album ‘F-1 Trillion’ Set for August Release

BY JO Mensah June 19, 2024 1:03 PM EDT
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Post Malone has revealed the title and release date of his highly anticipated new album, F-1 Trillion. The rapper-singer, known for his eclectic musical style, shared a captivating image of a billboard featuring the album’s title alongside a sleek, car-themed logo. The release is slated for August 16, and fans are excitedly buzzing.

Post Malone, affectionately known as Posty, took to Instagram to drop the news, captioning his post with a bold, “Sup motherfuckas…F-1 Trillion August 16th.”

The edgy announcement left fans speculating about the musical direction of the upcoming album. Will Post return to his Hip Hop roots or continue his recent foray into country music? His recent chart-topping collaborations hint at the latter, but only time will tell.

2024 has been a landmark year for Post Malone, marked by a string of commercial successes. His collaboration with Morgan Wallen on “I Had Some Help” dominated the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing his versatility and appeal across genres. Not stopping there, Posty also soared to the top with “Fortnight,” a powerful duet with Taylor Swift that shattered Spotify records with over 25 million streams in a single day, eclipsing Adele’s previous record set by “Easy on Me.”

Post Malone’s ability to blend genres and collaborate with top-tier artists has been a hallmark of his career. Earlier this year, he released “Levii’s Jeans,” a country track featuring Beyoncé. The song not only climbed the charts but also provided a significant boost in sales for the iconic denim brand. Levi’s CEO Michelle Gass highlighted the song’s impact, noting its role in cementing Levi’s place in contemporary culture.

Despite his numerous successes, Post Malone faced stiff competition from fellow rap legend Eminem. The Detroit rapper’s single “Houdini,” released this month, quickly ascended the charts, debuting at No. 2 on the Hot 100.

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