San Antonio rapper AQ has officially released his highly anticipated sophomore album, PREESH. Composed of 14 tracks, the project is a culmination of the emotional journey AQ has been on over the past three years. Leading up to the release of the full-length collection, AQ shared a variety of promising singles and an EP.
AQ revealed the news of the album with an official trailer, in which he discovers a mysterious light emitting from a cardboard box containing lyrics for PREESH. As he picks up the journal and begins to read it in the studio, he is drawn into a mythical world that sets the stage for the album. The trailer also offers a glimpse at AQ's life since the release of his debut album, QNY SZN, including his battle with addiction, the passing of his manager, and the ending of long-term relationships.
In addition to the album, AQ has also released a video for the standout track "Ghost Town." The song acts as the first chapter of the PREESH story, and sees AQ rapping about his upbringing and current emotions towards his stagnant emotional and artistic state. The power of the beat and the emotional hook make "Ghost Town" a must-listen.
Other highlights from the album include "900," in which AQ delivers impressive bar for bar raps, and "Move," a collaboration with Madjik tHa SoulRebel about the persistence and sacrifice it takes to follow your dreams.
Overall, PREESH is a strong addition to AQ's growing catalogue of music. It's a deeply personal and emotional album that showcases the rapper's ability to deliver powerful, thought-provoking lyrics.
The album is now streaming everywhere.