Minneapolis’ most infectiously eccentric emcee is back, and this time, he’s brought the funk.
Nur-D’s latest single, “Purple in the Sky,” offers a tantalising first taste of what’s to come on his upcoming album Chunkadelic, due out July 23, 2025. If this track is anything to go by, we’re in for a wild, genre-smashing ride where hip-hop grooves meet cartoon chaos, introspection, and unapologetic joy.
From the moment “Purple in the Sky” kicks off, it’s clear Nur-D is tuning into a whole new frequency. Over a dreamy, synth-laced beat that floats somewhere between vintage funk and 8-bit video game nostalgia, he flexes his lyrical chops with ease – delivering vivid bars that feel both cinematic and deeply personal. It’s Donkey Kong Country meets Minneapolis boom-bap, sprinkled with his signature wit and fearless sense of fun.
The track’s visual companion only adds to the trip. Packed with pixel art and retro video game flair, the music video transforms Minnesota into a pixelated wonderland, with Nur-D front and center as the hero of his own eccentric universe. It’s surreal, self-aware and totally on-brand.
“Purple in the Sky” isn’t just a song – it’s a statement. It sets the tone for Chunkadelic, an album that promises to be Nur-D’s most vibrant and eclectic release to date. With collaborations from The Lioness, El Par-0, Yare and David Stangel, plus an all-star production lineup featuring DJ Hayes, Game, Remdolla and more, the full project is shaping up to be a joy-fuelled love letter to funk, freedom and individuality.
In Nur-D’s own words, Chunkadelic is about “celebrating yourself, shaking ass, and getting money while you do it.” And if “Purple in the Sky” is anything to go by, we’ll be doing just that – with big goofy grins and our feet off the ground.
Listen to “Purple in the Sky” now and get ready for lift-off when Chunkadelic drops July 23. Nur-D isn’t just making music – he’s building entire worlds. And this one? You won’t want to miss it.
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