THE CROSSOVER
MURPHY MAST x NOMAD MAL
RELEASED: 5.20.2025
The Crossover is the long-awaited collaboration between Murphy Mast and rap artist NOMAD MAL. Recorded in 2022, the trio was unable to release this collection of songs until now due to contractual obligations; as such, the album serves as a snapshot of their blossoming friendship. Peppered with laughter against dark tones and adult subject matter, the album seamlessly moves from room to room with energetic exploration. It is Murphy Mast's first time producing for an outside lead vocalist, and with a rapper.
MAST: "Working with NOMAD MAL was a blast. We recorded the whole thing in my basement and spent hours laughing and writing parts on the fly. Sleepovers, late nights, Taco Bell, drunken walks in the woods: we did all that classic boy stuff. I had originally met him at a live show in DC that we played together, and decided we should make one song together, and that became 'Invincible 2.0'. Making music is a great way to get to know someone because you both have to step out of your comfort zones to work towards a shared goal, and we were both really excited to create something new together. There's a lot of freedom when it comes to producing for a rapper because it's very loop-based, which Patrick and I love to do, but we also wanted to make the songs grow and evolve and not just feel like backing tracks."
NOMAD MAL: "The making of this project was a very fun process. I truly appreciate Terrill and Pat's craft and ability to conjure up music off of a whim. Very talented duo, and we created something pretty dope. The project is original, nostalgic, and very free. Definitely had a solid time creating this with the boys."
MURPHY: "No comment."
