An archival release of studio outtakes from the "To Pimp a Butterfly" sessions, "Untitled Unmastered" captures Lamar in a state of intense, freewheeling creativity. The album is notable for its raw, unvarnished sound and its prescient thematic concerns.
- The album was released with minimal promotion, appearing on streaming services on a Thursday rather than the traditional Friday release date.
- Several songs on the album were performed live on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" in the weeks leading up to the release, often with different arrangements.
- Upon release, "Untitled Unmastered" debuted at number 17 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Kendrick Lamar is a rapper from Compton, California, best known for his dense, socially conscious hip-hop. In 2016, he was riding high off the critical and commercial success of "To Pimp a Butterfly."
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