One of the most charismatic artists of the American music industry Eminem has once again set the music industry and the world ablaze with his announcement of a new album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), set to be released on Friday, July 12. This album marks his first album since the release of his 2020’s Music to Be Murdered By and its deluxe companion, Music to Be Murdered By – Side B. However the excitement about his coming album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) is more fueled by the rapper’s recent singles and the bidding of farewell to his notorious alter ego, Slim Shady.
Eminem recently made his come back to the music scene with his single “Houdini,” which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it his highest-charting hit of the decade. The track’s success has continued to increase the anticipation for his upcoming album The Death of Slim Shady. More so alongside “Houdini,” he has released another new song, “Tobey,” on July 3, 2024. This track features fellow Detroit artists Big Sean and Babytron, and the music video was directed by Cole Bennett, and is set to drop tomorrow on July 5. The collaborative work was inspired by Tobey Maguire the Spider-Man actor.
The album trailer for The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) is a chilling representation of the demise of Slim Shady is alter ego. It features an imagery, such as a lifeless infant being resuscitated by doctors immediately after birth. And the baby once revived, displays jet-black eyes and sprouts devil horns and sharp teeth, shocking the nurses and doctor. This demonic transformation is continued as the ominous soundtrack of his earlier released single “Houdini,” played then the album’s title and release date displayed on the screen. The trailer’s narrative, with its disturbing visuals and suspenseful representation, mirrors the dark and edgy themes that have defined Slim Shady’s character. It serves as a stark reminder of the alter ego’s controversial and often shocking persona, setting the stage for a dramatic farewell. Fans have immediately gone ahead on social media to express their excitement and anticipation for the new album. One user on X (formerly Twitter) said, “I have not felt this much excitement for an album in so long.”
The excitement around the new album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) began in May, 2024 when Eminem teased the album with an obituary for his alter ego, Slim Shady, in the Detroit Free Press. The eulogy read, “A product of Detroit who began his career there as a rogue splinter in the flourishing underground rap scene of the mid to late 1990s, Shady first became a household name in 1999 with the debut of his playfully deranged single ‘My Name Is,’ which along with its uniquely eye-catching video exposed the young artist and his lyrics to a wider audience.” The obituary marked the beginning of the end for Slim Shady, looking on the character’s influence and the dark themes that have walked along with Eminem’s music over the years. It painted a picture of a complex and tortured existence for him, one that could only conclude with a sudden and horrific end. The obituary ended with a poignant note: “May he truly find the peace in an afterlife that he could not find on Earth.”
Eminem’s career has been marked by lots of charismatic wins and applauds. Io
He released his first EP, Slim Shady EP, in December 1997. A little more than a year later, in February 1999, he released The Slim Shady LP, featuring breakout singles like “My Name Is.” The album’s success pushed Eminem to spotlight, establishing Slim Shady as an icon. In 2019, to celebrate the LP’s 20th anniversary, Eminem issued an expanded edition of The Slim Shady LP. In 2020, Eminem surprised fans with Music to Be Murdered By, which debuted at No.1 on the Billboard 200. The album featured collaborations with notable artists such as Young M.A, Ed Sheeran, Anderson .Paak, Skylar Grey, and the late Juice WRLD. The deluxe edition included additional tracks with Dr. Dre, Ty Dolla $ign, DJ Premier, and more. Following the album’s release, Eminem made a surprise appearance at the Academy Awards to perform “Lose Yourself.” In the following years, Eminem continued to make headlines with memorable performances and collaborations he also made a surprise appearance at the Academy Awards to perform “Lose Yourself.”. In 2021, he performed “Rock the Bells” with LL Cool J at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. The next year, he took part in the star-studded Super Bowl LVI halftime show in Inglewood, California. He also collaborated with Snoop Dogg on the track “From the D 2 the LBC,” performing it at the MTV Video Music Awards and again at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, where he performed “Stan” with Ed Sheeran. As the release date for The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) comes closer, the anticipation continues to mount as fans eagerly await July 12 and ready to bid farewell to Slim Shady and embrace the next evolution of Eminem’s life.h