In Episode 227 of the GAHHDcast, the crew breaks down one of the most anticipated posthumous releases in recent memory — BIG L’s new album, Return of the King. We go track-by-track, analyzing the production, features, storytelling, bars, flow switches, and how each song fits into L’s legacy.

We dive deep into the producers behind the project, the guest appearances, and Nas’s involvement, including his role in shaping the album’s direction and energy. We also take a close look at how Mass Appeal handled the rollout and whether it lived up to the magnitude of a BIG L release.

Beyond the album review, we revisit Big L the artist — his legacy, discography, punchlines, cultural impact, and what made him one of the most dangerous lyricists of his era. And to close things out, we have an honest conversation about how this album could’ve been better, what worked, what didn’t, and what fans truly wanted from a Big L project in 2025.

A must-listen for hip hop heads, Big L fans, lyricism lovers, and anyone invested in the culture.

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