Statik Selektah just dropped “The Louvre,” a single featuring heavy hitters Joey Bada$$, Westside Gunn, Stove God Cooks, and Rome Streetz. Released through Mass Appeal Records, this track is the first taste of Statik’s upcoming album, Expensive Taste. With releases like this, it’s clear Statik is curating something truly special for hip-hop heads.
When Statik Selektah is behind the boards, you already know it’s going to be magic. “The Louvre” brings together four elite MCs, each delivering razor-sharp bars over Statik’s signature soulful production. The synergy between Joey Bada$$’s introspective flow, Westside Gunn’s polished griminess, Stove God Cooks’ vivid storytelling, and Rome Streetz’s gripping delivery is pure hip-hop gold. It feels like a cypher in the heart of the culture—just what we need in 2025.
But “The Louvre” is more than just a track; it’s a statement. Posse cuts hold a revered spot in hip-hop history, and Statik is bringing that tradition to life, linking established legends with the next wave of rap stars.
Expensive Taste, dropping later this year, promises to keep this energy alive. Statik Selektah, already known for creating cohesive, high-quality projects, is crafting an album that merges elite lyricism with top-tier production. If “The Louvre” is anything to go by, we’re looking at an instant classic on the horizon.
This release is just one piece of the puzzle for Mass Appeal’s “Legend Has It…” series, an impressive initiative celebrating the pillars of hip-hop. With upcoming projects from icons like Nas, DJ Premier, Mobb Deep, Raekwon, and Ghostface Killah in the pipeline, Mass Appeal is on a mission to honor the foundation of the culture while showcasing its evolution.
