In a surprise move that has captured the attention of the hip-hop community, Kanye West has announced the upcoming release of a deluxe version of his latest studio album, Bully. The announcement arrived just ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Spurs and the Knicks, adding to the high-profile nature of the reveal.
The project is slated to drop on June 19, a date that is only 10 days away from the initial announcement. Given the tight turnaround, there is a growing sense of optimism among fans that the project is already finalized, potentially avoiding the notorious release delays that have characterized some of West’s previous work. Interestingly, the release date is expected to coincide with Game 7 of the NBA Finals.
“GEMINI SEASON” new single + video dropping within the hour. BULLY DELUXE JUNE 19TH. pic.twitter.com/TedXKLAwEt
— yeunrlsd (@yeunrlsd) June 8, 2026
The news follows a period of personal celebration for the artist, who was recently seen marking his 49th birthday in the company of family and friends. Snippets shared via social media, including content from Bianca Censori, portrayed the artist in high spirits. As fans await the deluxe edition, they are encouraged to revisit the original version of Bully.
