Intense Records

The Emperor's New Clothes ('Empire Ember' Coloured Vinyl)

Pre-order - Friday 12th June 2026

£20.83 (£24.99 incl. VAT)

Raekwons The Emperors New Clothes is a sharp return to form, showcasing the Wu-Tang veterans lyrical precision and timeless street wisdom. The album is powerful with equal parts - high-quality bars and carefully sculpted production. Raekwon recruits a stacked lineup of guests, including Nas, Griselda, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, and Ghostface Killah, injecting the project with gritty energy and legacy chemistry. Marsha Ambrosius and Stacy Barthe provide smooth, soulful hooks, adding emotional layers to the hard-edged verses. Production comes courtesy of Nottz, Swizz Beatz J.U.S.T.I.C.E League and more. The LP is a reminder of Raekwons enduring power as a lyricist and curator. A veteran artist showing that mastery doesnt need excess. The Emperors New Clothes is regal, streetwise, and sharply tailored for those who value craft.

Tracklisting

1. Intro
2. 600 School
3. The Guy That Plans It
4. Bear Hill
5. Pomogranite
6. Da Heavies
7. Veterans Only Billionaire Rehab (SKIT)
8. Officer Full Beard (SKIT)
9. Wild Corsicans
10. The Omerta
11. Get Outta Here
12. 1 Life
13. The Sober Dose Gift (SKIT)
14. Barber Shop Bullies (SKIT)
15. Open Doors
16. Debra Night Wine
17. Mac & Lobster