Vallejo Rap Group SOB x RBE Announces New Album
The trio will release their upcoming record From The Land this November.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Hip-Hop and Rap
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Vallejo-based rap group SOB x RBE has announced their upcoming album, From The Land, which is set to arrive in November. The group also debuted the lead single, Someone, alongside an accompanying music video.
Why it matters
The announcement follows a year of turbulence for the group, including a high-profile reunion cancellation in August due to security threats and the 21-year prison sentence of member Lul G.
The new album features 13 tracks and will be released under the EMPIRE/SOB X RBE label. The group has also confirmed eight tour performances across California and Nevada scheduled through December.
The players
SOB x RBE
This Vallejo rap collective gained significant notoriety for their contributions to the Black Panther soundtrack and their influence on the Bay Area hip-hop sound.
Lul G
He is a former member of the group who was sentenced to 21 years in prison following a first-degree murder conviction.
The details
Consisting of members Yhung T.O., DaBoii, and Slimmy B, the group continues forward despite the legal absence of former member Lul G. The project follows their July release of the song Ten Summers and marks a return to studio work since 2019.
Timeline
July 2026: The group released the song Ten Summers.
August 2026: A reunion performance at Back 2 The Bay was canceled.
November 6, 2026: The album From The Land is scheduled for release.
November 2026 - December 2026: The group is scheduled to perform eight tour dates.
Industry Dynamics
The group is navigating a new phase of their career after the release of their 2019 album Strictly Only Brothers. This move signals a push to maintain their standing in the Bay Area scene despite significant shifts in their original membership and recent performance hurdles.
Fans can pre-order the project ahead of the November release date to ensure immediate access to the 13-track collection. Tickets for the upcoming eight-stop tour in California and Nevada will determine how and where listeners can engage with the group's live performance.
The takeaway
The group is moving forward with new music despite a challenging year involving legal issues and canceled performances. Fans looking to follow the group should monitor their upcoming tour dates for potential setlist updates.
What happens next
The album From The Land is scheduled for wide release on November 6, 2026.
Further reading
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More information
Pre-order the record or view release details on the album pre-order page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Stereogum.
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