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Yahoo
15-05-2025
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Snoop Dogg Announces Gospel Album ‘Altar Call' & Its Release Date
Snoop Dogg is heading back to his church roots for his next album, Altar Call, which will be arriving on April 27. The project will serve as a tribute to Snoop's late mother. 'April 27, I'm dropping a gospel album on Death Row Records. It's called Altar Call,' he said in a video posted to Instagram on Tuesday (April 15). 'You heard it first. A gospel album, April 27. God is good. Won't he do it?' More from Billboard Ernest & Snoop Dogg Team Up on New Country Track 'Gettin' Gone': Listen Luke Bryan Reacts to Katy Perry's Space Flight: 'It Roped Me In' King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Preview 'Phantom Island' LP With New Single, 'Deadstick' The project is set to feature Jamie Foxx, Robert Glasper, Denaun Porter, Jazze Pha, Charlie Bereal, Jane Handcock, October London and more throughout the 21 tracks. Snoop's late mother is featured on the project's cover art. Beverly Tate passed away in 2021. 'U taught me how to read and write how to struggle and fight and all the facts of life,' Snoop said at the time of her death. 'Now you finally got ya wings, mama.' Snoop Dogg recently sat down with Okayplayer to detail his mother's impact on him and how her spirit is channeled through Altar Call. 'The spirit of my mother will forever live within me. This album is a reflection of what she has taught me — to use my voice and my platform to spread love and heal the world. Just another chapter out of the Bible of Love.' Snoop's first gospel album arrived in 2018, with Bible of Love featuring assists from Faith Evans, Charlie Wilson and more. The West Coast legend closed out 2024 alongside his longtime partner Dr. Dre with their Missionary album in December. The LP debuted at No. 20 on the Billboard 200. Watch Snoop Dogg's Altar Call announcement below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Snoop Dogg Reacts To IShowSpeed Confusing Him With Impersonator
IShowSpeed thought he met one of the most popular rappers ever this weekend and had to snap a selfie to celebrate the moment. Unfortunately, the man in the photo was not Snoop Dogg, and the Long Beach, Calif., rapper got a great laugh out of the moment. The popular streamer attended the Fatal Fury boxing event in NYC's Times Square on Friday (May 2) and ran into a man who looked like the 'Drop It Like It's Hot' rapper. Footage surfaced of the man sitting next to him, taking a photo, having a brief conversation, and then parting ways. Given Speed's hilarious mistake, the video went viral and eventually made its way to Snoop's timeline. The 53-year-old rapper reshared the post and wrote 'Almost' with multiple laughing emojis. The comments were loaded with laughs from several users and a few funny quips. 'Unc he starting look like you more than you,' one fan wrote. 'Damn, that means u gota meet him for real Snoop,' another fan wrote. One person called out who the impersonator was, an actor named Eric Finch, who is known for being a Snoop look-alike and even shot a Corona commercial with the legendary rapper once. Check out the moment below. Snoop Dogg and Death Row Records recently shared their gospel compilation album Altar Call, which was dedicated to his late mother, Beverly Tate. Jamie Foxx, Jazze Pha, October London, John P. Kee, and Charlie Bereal appeared on the 21-song project, among many other artists. 'The spirit of my mother will forever live within me. This album is a reflection of what she has taught me to use my voice and my platform to spread love and heal the world. Just another chapter out of the 'Bible of Love,'' he told Okayplayer, labeling the album the sequel to his 2018 LP, Bible Of Love. Listen to Altar Call below. More from Warren G Seemingly Feels Cast Aside By Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg Amid Unanswered Phone Calls Snoop Dogg Enters "Creative Partnership" With NBCUniversal For Death Row Pictures Snoop Dogg Announces New Gospel Compilation Album Honoring His Late Mother
IOL News
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Snoop Dogg's second gospel album 'Altar Call': a love letter to his late mother
Snoop Dogg has announced that he will be releasing his second gospel album 'Altar Call' on April 27. Image: Snoop Dogg Facebook Snoop Dogg has announced "Altar Call", his second gospel album, to the delight of his fans. Following the success of his debut gospel project 'Bible of Love', this new offering promises to delve deeper into themes of faith and personal reflection, honouring the memory of his beloved mother, Beverly Tate, who passed away in 2021. In a heartfelt message on social media, the iconic rapper shared his inspiration for 'Altar Call', revealing the profound impact that his mother had on his life and his spiritual journey. Known for his distinctive style and versatility across various music genres, he expressed that the album is not just a collection of songs; it is a tribute to the woman who instilled in him the values of love, faith, and resilience. 'My mom was the first person who taught me about God and the power of prayer,' he wrote. 'She always had a way of bringing people together and inspiring them to be their best selves. I hope this album reflects her spirit and touches the hearts of all who listen.' The new album is set to feature a diverse array of gospel artists, blending traditional hymns with contemporary flair, much like its predecessor. In a notable style shift, Dogg has taken this opportunity to explore not only his hip hop roots but also his deep connection to gospel music, which has always been a significant part of his life.
Gulf Weekly
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Weekly
Tribute to mum
Heading back to his church music roots, American rapper, musician and record producer Snoop Dogg is set to release his second gospel album, Altar Call, on Sunday, April 27. The release date holds a personal significance for Snoop as it marks what would have been his late mother Beverly Tate's 74th birthday. 'April 27, I'm dropping a gospel album on Death Row Records, it's called Altar Call,' he said in a video posted to Instagram. 'You heard it first. A gospel album, April 27. God is good. Won't he do it?' The 21-track album features contributions from artists including Jamie Foxx, Robert Glasper, Denaun Porter, Jazze Pha, Charlie Bereal, Jane Handcock, October London and more. The project is a tribute to Beverley, who passed away in October 2021 and was a long-time church choir director. The album pays homage to her spiritual influence on Snoop, who credits her with teaching him to spread love and healing through his music. The album cover includes a commemorative image of her, and the opening track is titled Mother I Miss You. Altar Call is described by Snoop as a continuation of his 2018 gospel album Bible of Love, reflecting his mother's lasting impact on his life and artistry.
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Snoop Dogg to honour mother with new gospel album
Snoop Dogg is to pay tribute to his late mother, Beverly Tate, with his new gospel album. Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, the rapper announced that he will be honouring his church roots with his next project, titled Altar Call. The 21-song album is set to drop on 27 April. "Good afternoon loved ones. April 27, I'm dropping a gospel album on Death Row Records. It's called Altar Call," he said in a video. "You heard it first. A gospel album, April 27. God is good. Won't he do it?" An image of Beverly, who died in 2021, features on the cover art. And a glimpse of the track listing reveals Altar Call will include collaborations with the likes of Jamie Foxx, Jazze Pha, and Jane Handcock, among others. Following the news, Snoop reflected on his decision to record the album in an interview for website Okayplayer. "The spirit of my mother will forever live within me," he said. "This album is a reflection of what she has taught me - to use my voice and my platform to spread love and heal the world. Just another chapter out of the Bible of Love." Snoop released his first gospel album, Bible of Love, in 2018. The record featured guest appearances from artists including Faith Evans and Rance Allen.
