STOKELEY

STOKELEY serves as the definitive studio debut for Ski Mask the Slump God, marking his transition from a prolific mixtape artist to a Billboard-charting force. Released in late 2018, the album arrived at a pivotal moment for the Florida rap scene, following the loss of his close collaborator XXXTentacion. Sonically, the project is a showcase of Ski Mask's unique 'chopper' style - a high-speed, technical flow characterized by complex internal rhymes and a vast array of pop culture references ranging from cartoons to horror films. Production is handled by a diverse cast including Kenny Beats and Natra Average, who provide a mix of distorted trap bangers and surprisingly melodic, cloud-rap adjacent backdrops. The inclusion of Juice WRLD on 'Nuketown' highlights the era's collaborative spirit, while tracks like 'Faucet Failure' became viral hits due to their rhythmic ingenuity. The album peaked at #6 on the Billboard 200, cementing Ski Mask's status as a leader of his generation.