Lamar Adot Thomas Drops Debut Album “Lamar” – A Raw Portrait of Resilience, Legacy, and Life Beyond Hurricane Katrina

Hip-hop artist Lamar Adot Thomas is stepping into the spotlight with the release of his debut album, Lamar, available worldwide on September 19, 2025. This highly anticipated 11-track project is Thomas’s most personal body of work to date, offering listeners a layered and unflinching portrait of life before, during, and after Hurricane Katrina — a perspective that often gets lost in the tragedy’s shadow.

Opening with “XXI”, Thomas sets the tone by paying homage to the 2100 block of Independence where he was raised, as well as to the New Orleans legends who paved the way. The record introduces a theme that carries throughout the project: legacy, resilience, and forward vision.

Among the standout moments on the album:

• “Krackin” – A bold, high-energy track signaling Thomas’s emergence into the Dallas commercial music scene, blending sharp lyricism with arena-ready energy.

• “No Blood on the Leaves” feat. Jabee – A powerful collaboration with Emmy Award–winning artist Jabee, capturing reflections on past struggles with a resonance that feels urgently tied to the present day.

The album’s entire production and engineering were handled by Nick B. & Loop288, who crafted a sonic backdrop balancing grit and soul. Their work allows Thomas’s storytelling to shine, giving space for every coded truth and lived detail embedded within the lyrics.

“People are often stuck on the tragedy of Katrina and forget there was a whole life, a whole growth process before and after. With this album, I wanted to show the full picture — my block, my story, my resilience. If you really listen, you’ll hear the details that shaped me,” says Thomas.

More than just an album, Lamar is a declaration of identity, legacy, and transformation. It’s a reminder that New Orleans hip-hop carries a powerful lineage — one that deserves recognition and has a future worth building.

Lamar will be available on all major streaming platforms beginning September 19, 2025.

About Lamar Adot Thomas

Lamar Adot Thomas is a New Orleans–bred hip-hop artist now based in Dallas, Texas. Known for his sharp lyricism, commanding cadence, and authentic storytelling, Thomas draws inspiration from the 2100 block of Independence where he grew up. His debut album, Lamar, produced entirely by Nick B. & Loop288 and featuring a standout collaboration with Jabee, positions him as one of the most compelling new voices in Southern hip-hop.