2hollis Unveils 'Pirouette' With Artwork by Final Fantasy Illustrator
The rapper-producer's upcoming album 'Pirouette' is set for release on November 11 via Interscope. The cover art was created by Yoshitaka Amano, known for his work on Final Fantasy and Vampire Hunter D. The album follows his 2025 major-label debut 'Star' and includes the singles 'Sex' and 'Hurt'.
The November 11 release date carries symbolic weight, aligning with the album's title and the artist's aesthetic. Amano's involvement marks a notable crossover between music and anime illustration circles, given his decades of work on iconic franchises. The cover art reportedly reflects a character-like quality that the illustrator saw in the musician.
2hollis's family connections to the industry—his mother helped found OWSLA and his father drums for Tortoise—position him within a lineage of experimental electronic and rock music. His trajectory from the 2024 project "Boy" to a major-label debut and now a sophomore release suggests a rapid rise in visibility.
The album's pairing with a celebrated anime illustrator could broaden 2hollis's reach beyond typical rap and electronic audiences, potentially introducing his music to fans of Japanese visual art and gaming culture. The November release timing may position the album for year-end list consideration, which could influence streaming numbers and critical reception. However, the impact remains contingent on how the album's sound resonates with listeners already familiar with his earlier work.