88Glam (mixtape)


88Glam is the eponymous debut mixtape by Canadian hip hop duo 88Glam. It was originally self-released on November 7, 2017. The mixtape was then reissued as 88Glam on April 20, 2018, by XO Records and Republic Records, as a deluxe edition with three new songs and a remix of the song "Bali". The mixtape originally featured a solo guest appearance from Canadian rapper and former label-mate Nav, with American rapper 2 Chainz later being added. The production on the mixtape was handled by Murda Beatz, WondaGurl, Cubeatz, AlexOnWeed, Joseph L'étranger, and Villa Beatz, among others.

Background and release

On October 31, 2017, the duo hosted a listening party for friends and family in Toronto. In a statement with Billboard, the duo states,
On November 7, 2017, the music video for "Bali" featuring Nav was released and directed by XO's co-founder Amir "Cash" Esmailian. On December 7, 2017, the music video for "Big Tymers," premiered on Paper.

Singles

Promotional singles

The mixtapes's lead promotional single, "12" was released on November 1, 2017. The music video premiered on Billboard and was directed by Dan LeMoyne.

Reception

Scott Glaysher of Exclaim! wrote that the album is best enjoyed for what it is: "a satisfying, distorted trap-a-thon with plenty of hearty beats and boastful bravado."

Track listing

Credits adapted from Tidal and SOCAN.

Personnel

All programming is credited to the producers of each track, except where noted.
Musicians
Technical
Additional personnel