ScHoolboy Q couldn’t contain his excitement about the resurgence of Los Angeles Hip Hop, all thanks to Mustard’s upcoming album. On June 5, the Compton native shared on social media that he had already listened to ‘Faith of a Mustard Seed,’ set to release this summer, and he was absolutely thrilled for everyone else to hear it.
“Heard it 🥲,” he posted, “sHit go dumb. LA bout to do it again… LA up tHis year. 🤲🏾” This tweet quickly captured fans’ attention, adding to the anticipation surrounding Mustard’s new project.
Known for his hit production on Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us,’ which gave him his first No. 1, Mustard is riding a wave of success. On his birthday, June 5, he announced via Instagram that his fourth studio album, ‘Faith of a Mustard Seed,’ would be coming out in the summer of 2024. The announcement was paired with a teaser clip set over a sermon, emphasizing themes of faith and perseverance. The montage in the video features moments from Mustard’s life, including time with his kids, his fitness journey, studio sessions, and early career days.
This album follows the 2019 release of ‘Perfect 10,’ which included hits like ‘Pure Water’ with Migos and ‘Ballin’ with Roddy Ricch. In addition to his musical projects, Mustard is also celebrating personal milestones; he recently announced that he is expecting a child with his new girlfriend, Brittany Stroud. On Mother’s Day, Stroud shared her joy on Instagram, posting about her pregnancy and her anticipation for her first child, due in two months or less.
The hip hop community is abuzz with excitement, not just for Mustard’s album but also for the revitalization of the LA Hip Hop scene. Mustard’s success and ScHoolboy Q’s enthusiastic endorsement are clear indicators that LA is poised for a significant comeback this year.
As fans eagerly await the release of ‘Faith of a Mustard Seed,’ there’s a palpable sense that Los Angeles Hip Hop is about to have a standout year. ScHoolboy Q’s hype and Mustard’s unbeatable momentum make this an exciting time for the genre.
