36 Chambers today announced the upcoming release of the highly anticipated album, “Black Samson, The Bastard Swordsman” from the “Wu-Tang the Saga Continues…” collection. Produced by the multi-talented Mathematics, and with performances from all nine Wu-Tang Clan members and other top artists including Kool G. Rap, Nicole Bus, Benny the Butcher and many more, the album offers fans a journey through bold, cinematic soundscapes paired with the unmistakably gritty vibe and expert lyricism for which Wu-Tang is known. This release marks the group’s first LP since the original album in the “Wu-Tang The Saga Continues” collection in 2017 and the first to feature all nine members since 2014.
To commemorate the new album, 36 Chambers and Ruffnation Entertainment have teamed up with Macroverse for a limited edition Record Store Day release of “Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman” as an exclusive, audiophile-grade 2LP vinyl album. This limited edition is the first album to feature Macroverse’s innovative Mixprint technology, resulting in 5,000 unique, “1-of-1” album jackets that merge artistry, storytelling, and collectability.
“Black Samson, The Bastard Swordsman” will be available exclusively at participating Record Store Day retailers on April 12th, 2025, with only 5,000 copies produced. This rare first-of-its-kind collectible piece of art is expected to be a must-have for Wu-Tang fans, lovers of Hip-hop, vinyl enthusiasts, and art collectors alike. The full LP will also be available for digital purchase in April.
“Wu-Tang has always been about pushing boundaries—musically, artistically, and culturally. With ‘Black Samson, The Bastard Swordsman,’ I’m giving fans not just an album, but a piece of history—something truly one of a kind,” said Mathematics. “This is more than music; it’s innovation, storytelling, and legacy all in one. I am excited for everyone to hear the music and see the artwork around this album.”
“Mathematics adds another chamber to the saga collection, following his last solid outing….proud of him, ” said Method Man “This one looks to be another banger for the history books!!”
“Mathematics is a top tier producer who makes music with his soul attached,” said Raekwon. “Be sure of a great body of work!!”
“I think Black Sampson is some of Mathematics’s best work,” said Masta Killa. “It displays his growth and development as a producer with the selection of music that he has arranged for our entertainment. Black Sampson is a must for hip hop listeners.”
The release of this album is a landmark event in the collectibles space. The Mixprint variant cover art developed by the Macroverse Media team is the very first time in the Vinyl Record industry an album has been released with no two covers alike,” said Chris Schwartz, CEO of Ruffnation Entertainment. “Ruffnation and Studio 4 Vinyl are proud to work with Wu-Tang’s DJ Mathematics, The 36 Chambers organization, DNA Music Group, Macroverse, the Record Store Day organization and Virgin Music Group, who were all crucial in giving this project the time and energy to make its release a memorable event.”
“As a kid of the 90s, it’s hard to put into words what an honor it is to have any kind of involvement in a Wu-Tang release,” said Bennett Phillips, President of Macroverse Mixprint. “We’re proud of the innovative techniques involved in every Mixprint creation, and to pair that with one of the most innovative groups in Hip Hop is a collaboration that couldn’t get much better.”
“Black Samson, The Bastard Swordsman” from the “Wu-Tang the Saga Continues…” Collection Tracklist:
1. “Sucker Free City” (Intro) feat. Kurupt and Ralph McDaniels
2. “Mandingo” feat. Raekwon, Inspectah Deck, Method Man and Cappadonna
3. “Roar Of The Lion” (the lion’s pit) feat. U-God, Kool G. Rap and Rza
4. “Claudine” feat. Method Man, Ghostface Killah and Nicole Bus
5. “Shaolin Vs. Lama” (bonus) feat. Raekwon and Inspectah Deck
6. “Executioners From Shaolin” feat. Inspectah Deck, The Gza and Cappadonna
7. “Cleopatra Jones” feat. Raekwon and Masta Killa
8. “Warriors Two, Cooley High” feat. Benny The Butcher and Method Man
9. “Let’s Do It Again” feat. R.J. Payne, 38 Spesh, Willie The Kid and The Rza
10. Dolemite feat. Cappadonna, U-God & Masta Killa
11. “Trouble Man” (Outro) feat. Kameron Corvet
