Freddie Gibbs Dismisses Claim That He And Madlib Lost An Album Due To California Wildfires

Freddie Gibbs has responded to a claim that an album he has with Madlib was destroyed in the wildfires that have hit the Los Angeles area this month.

As HipHopDX reported, a Reddit post was made over the weekend where a fan claimed that Gibbs shared the news of the ruined project after the fan asked about Madlib’s home after meeting the rapper at a work event. The Madvillainy producer’s house was one of many destroyed by the wildfires in Los Angeles.

“We chatted for a bit and I asked about Madlib, who lost his house in the fire, and [Gibbs] said they lost an album that was done,” the person wrote on Reddit, adding in a response to someone else who commented on his post, “[Gibbs] said they are going to make another one!”

The fan also dismissed a response claiming that he was lying, saying, “I have no reason to lie about that. That’s what homie said to me.”

However, Gibbs has denied telling anyone about an alleged destroyed album, responding to a since-deleted NFR Podcast post on X that shared the Reddit post: “This cap.”

In late 2019, Madlib confirmed that he and Gibbs were working on a sequel to Bandana, which was released that same year. The name of that follow-up has become known as Montana.

Last week, Madlib’s official Instagram posted a call for help following his home being destroyed amid the fires.

“We are reaching out with heavy hearts to ask for your support in helping legendary producer Madlib and his family rebuild after losing their home, decades of music, and equipment in the devastating LA fires,” the caption for the post said. “Your donation, no matter the amount, will help Madlib and his family rebuild and continue creating the music that has touched so many lives. 100% of your donations are tax-deductible and will go directly to Madlib and his family. Thank you in advance for your love, prayers and support. #linkinbio.”