The sequel to Kanye West’s 2021 album 'Donda' has been made available on major streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music after initially being exclusive to the Stem Player. The release has sparked discussions about clearance issues and the album’s potential short availability.
When did the artist formerly known as Kanye West originally release Donda 2?
Kanye West, now known as Ye, initially released an unfinished version of 'Donda 2' in 2022 exclusively via the Stem Player. The album marked his first independent release, reflecting his frustrations with the traditional major label system he had previously navigated during the rollout of the original 'Donda' album.
What changes have been made to the artist formerly known as Kanye West’s Donda 2 album?
Several changes and additions include some unfinished songs like 'Cuck' and 'Bully' potentially being officially released soon. Ye hinted at clearance issues delaying the album's streaming availability and teased upcoming tweaks alongside collaborator Digital Nas. A notable addition is a sample featuring comments from Akademiks concerning Ye's custody disputes with Kim Kardashian.
Who is featured on the artist formerly known as Kanye West's Donda 2 album?
The streaming version features numerous guest artists such as Marilyn Manson, Playboi Carti, XXXTentacion, Migos, Future (also credited as executive producer), Travis Scott, Jack Harlow, Alicia Keys, among others. It remains uncertain if these artists gave formal approval for the release, which comes over three years after the album began development.
