San Diego’s own Sham Blak has dropped Red October, his latest full-length effort that’s reverberating through the underground. Released June 13, 2025, and produced entirely by PHD Beats, this project delivers raw lyricism over expertly crafted soundscapes.
Red October hits hard with emotional depth and cinematic production. From introspective storytelling to gritty narrative anthems, Sham Blak showcases his versatility—and PHD Beats provides the textured backdrop, blending boom-bap drums with atmospheric samples. Each track feels like a chapter in a larger story of struggle, triumph, and self‑discovery.
Sham Blak’s storytelling is vivid and unapologetic—whether he’s painting late-night introspection or delivering unfiltered street tales—and Red October is the ultimate expression of his craft.
Stream Red October now. If you’re after real underground hip-hop served cold and cut deep, this album’s for you.