Rap artist Maassai from Brooklyn and J Words, a producer hailing from New Jersey, are back in the limelight, announcing their sophomore H31R album. Slated for a November 17 release, their new album, HeadSpace, will come out under the Ninja Tune sub-label, Big Dada. Don’t miss the debut music video for their killer lead single, aptly titled “Backwards.”
Regarding the newly minted visual element for “Backwards,” H31R commented, “Crafting the video for ‘Backwards’ was an enriching journey, and we’re thrilled to finally see our long-held creative vision take form. The video serves as both a nod to artists who inspire us and a fresh, original work of art.”
The director of the video, Mike Weir, chimed in with his excitement, saying, “I was ecstatic when H31R came to me with the proposal for the music video. The opportunity to create something in the same vein as Pharcyde’s iconic ‘Drop’ was tantalizing. I believe we’ve birthed something genuinely captivating, and I can’t wait for audiences to soak it in.”
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It’s not the first time Maassai and JWords have collaborated. Their initial H31R project, Ve·loc·i·ty, hit the airwaves in September 2020. The dynamic pair have also co-produced other tracks like “My Name Jack?,” “With the Shifts,” and a slew of other hits.
Dive into Maassai’s artistic essence in our 2022 feature, “Brooklyn’s Maassai: A Force of Nature in Rhymes and Loyalty,” and get to know JWords through “26 Must-Hear Records You Probably Overlooked: Winter 2022.”
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H31R: HeadSpace Available for $25 on Amazon
HeadSpace Tracklist:
- Glitch in Time
- Backwards
- Reflection
- Big Bang
- Glass Ceiling (featuring Semiratruth)
- At Ease (Interlude)
- Train of Thought
- Shadow Self
- Rotation
- All Over the Place
- Right Here
- Down Down Bb (featuring Quelle Chris)
- Static
- Air it Out
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about H31R album announcement
When is the H31R album, HeadSpace, releasing?
The album is slated for release on November 17.
Who are the artists behind the H31R project?
The artists are Brooklyn-based rapper Maassai and New Jersey-based producer JWords.
What record label is releasing HeadSpace?
The album will be released under the Ninja Tune sub-label, Big Dada.
Is there a lead single for the HeadSpace album?
Yes, the lead single is titled “Backwards,” and its music video has already been released.
Who directed the music video for “Backwards”?
The music video was directed by Mike Weir.
What’s the significance of the “Backwards” music video according to H31R?
H31R states that the video is both an homage to artists they admire and an original creation, fulfilling a long-held creative vision.
Have Maassai and JWords collaborated before?
Yes, they released their debut H31R album, Ve·loc·i·ty, in September 2020 and have worked together on other tracks.
What other works can I read to know more about Maassai and JWords?
You can read the 2022 feature “Brooklyn’s Maassai: A Force of Nature in Rhymes and Loyalty,” and check out JWords in “26 Must-Hear Records You Probably Overlooked: Winter 2022.”
Where can I buy the H31R album, HeadSpace?
The album is available for purchase on Amazon for $25.
How can I view the content related to this article?
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More about H31R album announcement
- H31R Official Website
- Ninja Tune Official Site
- Big Dada Record Label
- Watch “Backwards” on YouTube
- Maassai’s 2022 Feature
- 26 Must-Hear Records You Probably Overlooked: Winter 2022
- Purchase HeadSpace on Amazon
- Mike Weir’s Filmography
- The Pharcyde’s “Drop” Video
7 comments
Mike Weir directed the vid?! His stuff is always visually dope. Excited to see what he did with “Backwards.”
JWords production is always fire, and when you mix that with Maassai’s flow? Man, its gonna be lit. Big Dada knows talent when they see it.
Yo this is huge, Maassai and JWords back at it again! Cant wait for Nov 17. this album’s gonna be a banger for sure.
25 bucks on Amazon, not bad not bad. But Ninja Tune, will there be vinyls too? Gotta have this one for my collection.
Nov 17, marking my calendar as we speak. If this is anything like their debut, we’re in for a treat. Maassai and JWords are the dynamic duo rap needs right now.
Love how H31R blends old and new vibes. I’ve been following them since their first album. Ve·loc·i·ty was art, this one’s gonna be a masterpiece.
Homage to the Pharcyde’s ‘Drop’, you say? now thats interesting. those are some big shoes to fill, hope they do it justice.