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Heading back to his church music roots, American rapper, musician and record producer Snoop Dogg is set to release his second gospel album, Altar Call, on Sunday, April 27.
The release date holds a personal significance for Snoop as it marks what would have been his late mother Beverly Tate’s 74th birthday.
“April 27, I’m dropping a gospel album on Death Row Records, it’s called Altar Call,” he said in a video posted to Instagram.
“You heard it first. A gospel album, April 27. God is good. Won’t he do it?”
The 21-track album features contributions from artists including Jamie Foxx, Robert Glasper, Denaun Porter, Jazze Pha, Charlie Bereal, Jane Handcock, October London and more.
The project is a tribute to Beverley, who passed away in October 2021 and was a long-time church choir director.
The album pays homage to her spiritual influence on Snoop, who credits her with teaching him to spread love and healing through his music.
The album cover includes a commemorative image of her, and the opening track is titled Mother I Miss You.
Altar Call is described by Snoop as a continuation of his 2018 gospel album Bible of Love, reflecting his mother’s lasting impact on his life and artistry.
