Vic Mensa Released INNANETAPE on Streaming Services
The rapper made his 2013 debut mixtape available on digital platforms following years of fan demand.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Hip-Hop and Rap
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Vic Mensa has brought his acclaimed 2013 mixtape, INNANETAPE, to major digital streaming platforms. The 16-track project arrives after consistent requests from fans over the last five years.
Why it matters
Making the classic mixtape widely accessible via streaming services addresses a long-standing desire from the artist's core audience. It also marks a significant bridge between his early work and his current career.
The mixtape contains 16 tracks and was released through a partnership between UnitedMasters and Oranj Sound. Mensa was 19 years old when he originally recorded the project.
The players
Vic Mensa
He is a Chicago-born rapper and songwriter who gained early prominence in the hip-hop scene.
Chance the Rapper
He is a Grammy-winning artist and frequent collaborator who was an early partner in the Chicago music movement.
UnitedMasters
This is a music distribution company that provides independent artists with tools to release and monetize their work.
The details
The project features high-profile collaborations with artists including Chance the Rapper, Ab-Soul, and Thundercat. Production for the mixtape was handled by industry veterans such as Boi-1da, Hit-Boy, and DJ Dahi.
Timeline
The mixtape was originally released in 2013.
The project arrived on digital streaming platforms on September 30, 2026.
Vic Mensa will perform in London on October 12, 2026.
The Los Angeles performance is scheduled for October 24, 2026.
The New York concert will take place on November 10, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This move follows the broader industry trend of digitizing legacy mixtape catalogs to satisfy modern streaming demand. By formalizing his early catalog, Mensa aligns his independent beginnings with the current streaming-first ecosystem.
Listeners can now access the full 16-track project directly through their preferred digital streaming services. Fans also have the opportunity to hear these tracks live during the upcoming four-city concert tour.
The takeaway
Bringing older projects to streaming platforms allows legacy fan bases to revisit early material while reaching new listeners. This trend underscores the enduring value of mixtape-era music in the digital streaming age.
What happens next
Vic Mensa is scheduled to embark on a four-city concert tour, with performances taking place in London on October 12, Los Angeles on October 24, Chicago on October 28, and New York on November 10, 2026.
Further reading
For more on evolving artist catalogs, see the Hip-Hop and Rap section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Complex.
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