Snoop Dogg’s musical evolution continues to defy boundaries as the hip-hop icon prepares to release his second gospel album, “Altar Call,” on April 14 – a tribute to his late mother Beverly Tate on what would have been her 74th birthday.
The announcement comes nearly four years after Tate’s passing and follows his 2018 gospel project “Bible of Love,” showcasing yet another dimension of the artist’s remarkable genre-spanning career.
“The spirit of my mother will forever live within me,” Snoop shared in a heartfelt statement. “This album is a reflection of what she has taught me to use my voice and my platform to spread love and heal the world.”
The project marks a spiritual homecoming for the artist born Calvin Broadus Jr., whose musical journey has taken him through nearly every genre imaginable since his G-Funk debut “Doggystyle” revolutionized hip-hop in 1993.
From his West Coast gangsta rap roots, Snoop has continually reinvented himself – dropping reggae albums as Snoop Lion, collaborating with Willie Nelson on country tracks, releasing a disco-funk album with Pharrell under the name 7 Days of Funk, and even exploring electronic dance music.
His 2022 Super Bowl halftime performance alongside Dr. Dre, Eminem and Mary J. Blige reminded audiences of his hip-hop legacy, while his recent gospel work reveals deeper dimensions of the artist.
This musical chameleon act has become Snoop’s signature, with each transformation feeling authentic rather than forced. Whether laying down rhymes over Parliament samples, crooning soul melodies, or now delivering gospel messages, Snoop maintains his distinctive flow and persona while adapting to each genre’s demands. “Altar Call” promises to continue this tradition of musical exploration while paying tribute to the woman who first encouraged his creative expression.
