Mount Westmore

Lore & Background

Mount Westmore was formed in late 2020, though discussions about creating a supergroup had occurred shortly after Too Short and E-40 released their collaborative albums History: Function Music and History: Mob Music in 2012. In a 2021 interview with DJ Vlad, Too Short stated that the group's debut album would be followed up with 'volumes', similar in style to his release of The Pimp Tape (2018).

In April 2021, the group performed a song titled 'Big Subwoofer' at the Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren fight. The song was officially released on October 20, 2021, alongside its music video for Snoop Dogg's Def Jam debut compilation Snoop Dogg Presents Algorithm. On October 11, Ice Cube announced the 'Too Big' single release date, which came out on October 21.

The group's debut album, initially titled Bad MF's, was first released through blockchain. It was then released to streaming services under the title Snoop Cube 40 $hort on December 9, 2022, with a CD release to follow. This version included several bonus tracks.

Reader's Guide

Mount Westmore represents a convergence of four major figures in West Coast hip-hop, each with decades-long careers. The group's formation in late 2020 brought together Snoop Dogg, E-40, Too Short, and Ice Cube, who had previously collaborated in various combinations. Their debut album, initially released via blockchain, marked an early experiment in alternative distribution methods within hip-hop. The album's re-release on streaming services as Snoop Cube 40 $hort with bonus tracks made it more widely accessible. The group's early single 'Big Subwoofer' was performed at a high-profile boxing event and later featured on a Snoop Dogg compilation. While the group's output has been limited to one studio album and a few singles, the collaboration highlights the enduring influence and continued relevance of these veteran artists in the hip-hop landscape. The project also reflects ongoing trends in the music industry, including blockchain releases and cross-platform distribution strategies.

Did You Know?

• Mount Westmore's debut album was initially released through blockchain before being released to streaming services.
• The group performed the song 'Big Subwoofer' at the Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren fight in April 2021.
• Too Short and E-40 had released collaborative albums titled History: Function Music and History: Mob Music in 2012.