Donald Glover, known by his stage name Childish Gambino, has unveiled details about his upcoming and purportedly final album, ‘Bando Stone & The New World’. The multi-talented artist dropped the album’s lead single, ‘Lithonia’, on July 2, marking a significant moment in his musical journey.
‘Bando Stone & The New World’ will not only serve as Glover’s swan song under the Childish Gambino alias but also doubles as the official soundtrack for an accompanying movie of the same title. While the film’s release date remains unspecified, Glover recently teased its trailer, generating anticipation among fans.
Scheduled for release on July 19 via RCA Records, ‘Bando Stone & The New World’ promises to showcase Glover’s artistic evolution and his signature blend of genres. Fans can already pre-save the album to ensure they’re among the first to hear it.
Earlier this year, Glover treated fans to ‘Atavista’, an album that he described as the complete version of his 2020 release ‘3.15.20’. This latest project features reworked tracks from its predecessor along with new additions, including the track ‘Little Foot Big Foot’. Garnering acclaim upon its initial release, ‘3.15.20’ earned praise for Glover’s candid exploration of personal themes.
In addition to his musical endeavors, Glover recently confirmed dates and venues for his ‘New World’ tour, set to kick off later this year and extend into 2025 with stops in the UK, Europe, and Australia. The tour announcement has sparked excitement among fans worldwide, eager to witness Glover’s dynamic stage presence firsthand.
Beyond music, Glover has been vocal about his perspective on accolades within the industry, notably pointing out disparities at the Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards. Despite his successes, including a Grammy and a BET Award for Best Music Video in 2019 for ‘This Is America’, Glover humorously noted his perceived incongruity in award recognition compared to other artists.
As anticipation builds for ‘Bando Stone & The New World’ and his upcoming tour, Donald Glover continues to leave an indelible mark on both music and cultural discourse.