Following a pair of EP releases — 2001’s Three and 4AM — BJ The Chicago Kid pairs with producer Yeti Beats (Doja Cat, Burna Boy) for his latest project Gravy.
“My father loves Al Green, and I’ve always dreamed of recording a soul album in Memphis,” explains Yeti. “When the opportunity came up, BJ was my ideal collaborator—I consider BJ to be one of the greatest voices in soul/r&b today. His knowledge of and passion for soul music shaped the authentic sound of this album.”
“Gravy is the persona of what the new cool is. It’s that feeling when you’re at your absolute best, got on your best clothes, exuding confidence in every step and word,” BJ adds. “This project embodies the very essence of how you carry yourself, how you assert your authority, and how you rise to the occasion. In essence, it’s the soul of the music, and in turn, the music becomes the gravy that defines me.”
Locked in with 15 tracks, including “Liquor Store In The Sky” with Freddie Gibbs “Spend the Night” with Coco Jones, the album has additional features from Chloe Bailey, Robert Glasper, Phillip Bailey, Cory Henry, and Andra Day.
Stream Gravy below.
