Eminem announces twelfth studio album ‘The death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grace)’

Detroit’s rap icon, Eminem, ignites anticipation in the music realm with the announcement of his upcoming album, ‘The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace),’ scheduled for a summer release. The revelation, strategically timed before his surprise appearance at the NFL Draft, sends shockwaves of excitement among fans, according to Variety.

Accompanied by a gripping trailer, Eminem’s unexpected cameo at the NFL event sets the stage for his latest project’s unveiling. The teaser, circulating swiftly across the internet, features a compelling narrative by a true crime reporter, delving into the demise of Eminem’s alter ego, Slim Shady. “Through his complex and oft-criticized, tongue-twisting rhymes, the anti-hero known as Slim Shady has had no shortage of enemies,” the narrator elucidates, setting the tone for a riveting storyline.

Longtime collaborator 50 Cent makes a chilling cameo appearance, offering an ominous insight, “He’s not a friend, he’s a psychopath.” As the trailer unfolds, viewers are drawn into a journey to unravel the events leading to the alleged murder of Slim Shady, with Eminem himself making a poignant appearance, reflecting, “I knew it was only a matter of time for Slim.”

This announcement follows Eminem’s surprise album drop in January 2020, titled ‘Music to Be Murdered By,’ which soared to the top of the Billboard 200 chart upon its release. The album featured the chart-topping single ‘Godzilla’ with the late Juice Wrld.

Slim Shady, Eminem’s notorious alter ego, has been a cornerstone of his persona since the late 1990s, first introduced in the ‘Slim Shady EP’ and further developed in ‘The Slim Shady LP.’ Throughout his illustrious career, Eminem has utilized this alter ego to deliver his most provocative and controversial verses, cementing his status as a polarizing figure in hip-hop.

With the impending release of ‘The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace),’ fans worldwide eagerly await Eminem’s latest artistic evolution and the culmination of his iconic alter ego’s legacy.