Detox (Dr. Dre album)
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| Studio album by Dr. Dre | |||||
| Released | TBA 2008 | ||||
| Recorded | 2003 – 2008 | ||||
| Genre | West Coast hip hop, gangsta rap | ||||
| Label | Aftermath, Interscope | ||||
| Producer | Dr. Dre (exec.), Dawaun Parker, Hi-Tek, J. R. Rotem, Just Blaze, Mahogany, Mel-Man, Nottz, Mr. Porter, RZA, Scott Storch, Warren G, DJ Khalil, Bernard "Focus" Edwards Jr.[1] | ||||
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Detox is the upcoming third and final[2][3] studio album by rapper and record producer Dr. Dre.
It was originally due for a 2004 release, but was not completed. Dr. Dre wanted to concentrate on producing for artists that were on his Aftermath Entertainment record label, such as 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Eminem, Eve and The Game.[4]
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[edit] Background
On February 18, 2007, Dr. Dre revealed to Power 106 radio that he had completed eighteen potential tracks for the album.[5] He plans to have twelve or thirteen songs in the final version, with each one being a single.[6] He also announced that the introductory track is titled "Intervention".[5] However, Bishop Lamont stated that the album will include more than thirteen tracks.[2]
In an interview with HipHopDX.com, 50 Cent was asked about Detox, in which he spoke of his collaborations and Dr. Dre's progress, stating,
He's working on it. I've recorded two songs for him. He's such a perfectionist. But sometimes that can be a bad thing. You create new pressure when you wait that long. When you put a new album against the last two classics, people will scrutinize it if they become impatient.[7]
On September 9, 2007, before presenting the award for Video of the Year on the MTV Video Music Awards, Dr. Dre confirmed that Detox will be released.[8][9] In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, Dr. Dre said the album will be released after Eminem's fifth studio album.[10]
On September 21, 2007, he confirmed to Hillary Crosley of Billboard magazine that Detox will be his final album and released in 2008.[11]
In February 2008, Bishop Lamont confirmed a second Up In Smoke tour to drop shortly after the album.[12]
In May of 2008, there are rumours going around that Detox is finished.[13]
In May of 2008, Detox And also Eminem's new studio album are going to be released fourth quarter of 2008. [14]
In May of 2008, In a interview with Defsounds.com, Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo feel that they are unsure if they are on Detox. They confirmed that 50 cent has recorded about three songs for Detox. [15]
[edit] Music
[edit] Concept
At one point, Dr. Dre had intended for Detox to be a concept album. In an interview with MTV in 2002, Dr. Dre stated,
I'm not talking about lowriders and blunts and all that anymore… I mean, that's played. As a matter of fact, I'm tired of hearing other people talk about it, to tell you the truth… I had to come up with something different but still keep it hardcore, so what I decided to do was make my album one story about one person and just do the record through a character's eyes, and everybody that appears on my album is going to be a character, so it's basically going to be a hip-hop musical.[16]
[edit] Guests
Dr. Dre first mentioned Detox to the press around 2000, and since that time various producers and vocalists have contributed with potential tracks.[17] Dr. Dre bought a beat for Detox from producer J. R. Rotem in 2003, going so far as to record a track, "It Ain't a Thing". In January 2004, co-producer Scott Storch listed guest appearances by 50 Cent, Eminem, The Game, Guvner, Knoc-turn'al, Lloyd Banks, and Snoop Dogg.[18] A XXL article released shortly thereafter listed many of the same performers, along with Mary J. Blige.[19] Aftermath-affiliated producers Dawaun Parker, Hi-Tek, DJ Khalil, and Focus are also working with Dr. Dre.[20][21] When asked about Detox by dubcnn.com, Devin the Dude claimed to have accepted an invitation to record for the album.[22] Mike Elizondo has recorded bass guitar parts for Detox.[23] An interview with Billboard revealed that J. R. Rotem will produce for the album.[24] RZA confirmed that he co-produced a track with Dr. Dre that features Marsha Ambrosius, which could be on Detox.[25] MP3.com has reported that Busta Rhymes and Snoop Dogg have also contributed to the album.[26] Jay-Z and Warren G stated that they worked with Dr. Dre.[27][28] In March 2005, Aftermath producer Mel-Man said that Dr. Dre and himself have made hundreds of beats for Detox.[29]
In a May 2008 interview with the site DubCNN.com, rapper The D.O.C. said that fellow N.W.A members Ice Cube and MC Ren would most likely not be guests on the album.[30]
[edit] References
- ^ Kaufman, Gil. "Focus Is Busy With Eminem, Dr. Dre Albums — And A Free One Of His Own", MTV News, 2008-02-29. Retrieved on 2008-03-02.
- ^ a b Interview with Bishop Lamont July 2007. Aftermath Music (July 17, 2007). Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ Crosley, Hillary (2007-09-21). Dr. Dre: 'Detox' To Be My Last Album. Billboard. Retrieved on 2008-03-02.
- ^ Reid, Shaheem (November 3, 2004). Dr. Dre Gets His Groove Back, Revives Plans for Detox LP. MTV. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ a b Listen to Dr. Dre as He Talks about Detox in Big Boy's Neighborhood. Power 106. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ The Set Up. XXL magazine (March 2004). Accessed October 3, 2007.
- ^ Clark, Kevin (August 13, 2007). 50 Cent: Shut Me Up…I Dare You!. HipHopDX. Accessed August 21, 2007.
- ^ Mary J. Blige Introduces Surprise Presenter Dr. Dre to Present Video of the Year. MTV. Accessed September 10, 2007.
- ^ Timberlake, Rihanna Take Top MTV VMA Honors. Billboard (September 9, 2007). Accessed September 10, 2007.
- ^ Hilburn, Robert (September 23, 2007). Dr. Dre, mix marathon man. Los Angeles Times. Accessed September 21, 2007.
- ^ Crosley, Hillary (2007-09-21). Dr. Dre: 'Detox' To Be My Last Album. Billboard. Retrieved on 2008-02-29.
- ^ Bishop Lamont Interview Part 3.. Dubcnn. Accessed March 8, 2008.
- ^ http://allhiphop.com/stories/rumors/archive/2008/05/30/19977767.aspx
- ^ http://www.defsounds.com/rumors/Dr_dre_eminem_albums_coming_this_4th_quarter
- ^ http://www.defsounds.com/editorials/G_unit_q_a_session_part_2
- ^ Moss, Corey (April 4, 2002). Dr. Dre's Final Album Will Be Hip-Hop Musical. MTV. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ Dr. Dre - Detox. Aftermath Music. Retrieved on 2008-05-17.
- ^ Wiederhorn, Jon (January 29, 2004). Dr. Dre's Detox 'The Most Advanced Rap Album Ever,' Co-Producer Says. MTV. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ Aku, Timmhotep (February 2004). The Set-Up. XXL. Accessed December 22, 2007.
- ^ Bremert, Chris. Dawaun Parker: The Dr.'s Apprentice. Aftermath Music. Accessed October 19, 2007.
- ^ Johnson, Dick (July 24, 2006). Scratch Magazine "Covers" Dr. Dre's "Detox". SOHH. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ Nima (February 24, 2007). Devin the Dude Interview Online Now!. dubcnn. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ Cohen, Jonathan (August 25, 2005). Dr. Dre Hoping to 'Shock' on Next Album. Billboard. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ Crosley, Hillary (January 5, 2007). Rotem Rolling with Dr. Dre, 50 Cent. Billboard. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ RZA Interview. Roland U.S. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ Welte, Jim. "Dr. Dre reveals Detox album details", MP3.com, 2007-02-26. Retrieved on 2008-05-17.
- ^ Shake (November 1, 2006). Jay Talks Dre, Detox and Beyonce. HipHopDX. Accessed August 9, 2007.
- ^ Jokesta (September 4, 2007). Akon Loves 50 Cent, Warren G Works on Detox. Def Sounds. Accessed October 2, 2007.
- ^ Tom (March 24, 2005). Mel Man on Dre. tribe. Accessed October 19, 2007.
- ^ Jacobs, Allen. "D.O.C. Says N.W.A. Reunion On Detox Is Doubtful", HipHopDX.com, 2008-05-08. Retrieved on 2008-05-17.
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