Hip-hop artist Quadry will celebrate the fifth anniversary of his debut album Malik Ruff by releasing it for the first time on vinyl. The album features an experimental blend of Southern rap, R&B, indie rock, and folk-blues, hailed for its cohesive but unpredictable atmosphere. The songs on the album blur the lines between genres and are full of self-reflection, personality, and intricate detail.

Malik Ruff features collaborations with producers such as DJ Dahi, Tev’n, Romil Hemnani of BROCKHAMPTON, Dylan Brady of 100 GECS and Steve Lacy of the Internet. Quadry’s music is known for its avant-garde approach to hip-hop, which maintains the overarching principle of the genre to speak for and share stories of his community while also pulling it into the future.

The vinyl release of Malik Ruff comes with an original poem written by. Quadry, a 27 year old Baton Rouge native, is a stalwart in the international indie music community, and his work is widely praised for its authenticity and emotional resonance.

With this release, Quadry is honoring the legacy of his debut album. Fans of experimental hip-hop and those who appreciate thoughtful, introspective lyrics will surely appreciate the vinyl edition of Malik Ruff, a must-have for any serious collector.