West Coast OG Xzibit is back. Thirteen years after his last solo album, he’s unleashing **“Kingmaker”**—a heavyweight flex that signals his return to hip-hop’s throne.
🚀 13-Year Hiatus Ends with a Bang
Released May 16 via Open Bar & Greenback Records, **“Kingmaker”** marks Xzibit’s eighth solo LP and first since *Napalm* (2012). The album hits 63:55 minutes, loaded with boom-bap beats and heavyweight producers like Dr. Dre, Swizz Beatz, Beat Butcha, and DJ Battlecat.
🎧 Star-Studded Features with Real Grit
- Guests span rap royalty and fresh voices—Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, Ty Dolla Sign, Busta Rhymes, Royce da 5’9″, Redman, B‑Real, Cold 187um, K.A.A.N., and more.
- Notably, the Cube collab “For the Love” reunites the West Coast powerhouses—a nod to brotherhood and legacy.
⚡ Themes: Legacy, Loyalty & Reckoning
“Kingmaker” isn’t just nostalgia—it’s a declaration. Xzibit explores his rise, the pitfalls, the fights, and the grind. He leans into boom-bap roots while pushing forward, speaking to long-time fans and new ears alike.
🔥 Production Matches the Message
With tracks produced by BIGGVon, Dem Jointz, Zaytoven, DJ Khalil and more, the album balances old-school grit and modern polish. It sounds classic, but not dated—just like Xzibit.
🌟 Why It Matters
- It signals a major West Coast revival—an icon reclaiming his voice.
- With collaborators spanning eras, it bridges generations—Boomers and Zoomers listening in unity.
- It’s proof that real hip-hop durability isn’t about quantity—it’s about impact.
From comeback to crown: *Kingmaker* proves Xzibit isn’t just making noise—he’s setting the stage.