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Del The Funky Homosapian - Future Development

Del The Funky Homosapian - Future Development

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Release Date: 26/06/26
Vinyl: Indie Exclusive Metallic Blue
Discs: 2xLP
Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap

Future Development is Del the Funky Homosapien’s third album and, following his departure from major label Elektra, his first solo full-length for his independent label, Hieroglyphics Imperium Recordings. Originally released on cassette in 1997, and later reissued on CD and vinyl in 2002, the album largely relied on in-house production from Del along with contributions from Hiero crew members A-Plus, Opio, and Toure. The only guest feature on the album is from crew member Casual, who joins Del on the energetic “Checking Out The Rivalry.”

Sonically, Future Development bridges the funk-heavy stylings of Del’s debut with the darker, more futuristic textures he explored on No Need for Alarm. Lyrically, Del refines his rapid-fire wordplay with sharper thematic focus, tackling life in Oakland, societal observations and hip-hop culture, all with a blend of humor, streetwise insight, and multi-syllabic dexterity. Ultimately, the album captures a snapshot of his progression from raw talent to a more conceptually matured songwriter. It remains a significant and under-appreciated chapter in Del’s evolution, showcasing early seeds of the creativity and independence that would come to define much of his career thereafter.

Tracklisting

1. Lyric Licking
2 Stress The World
3 Why You Wanna Get Funky...
4 Don’t Forget The Bass
5 Faulty
6 X-Files
7 Future Development
8 Corner Story
9 Love Is Worth
10 Del’s Nightmare
11 Games Begin
12 Town To Town
13 Checkin Out The Rivalry Feat. Casual

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