NIGO, the mastermind behind HUMAN MADE, is making a highly anticipated return to music in collaboration with Victor Victor, the label renowned for handling much of Pop Smoke’s discography. This marks a significant comeback for NIGO, who hasn’t released music under his own name in almost two decades.
NIGO made the announcement via an Instagram post, where he sported a custom Victor Victor varsity jacket adorned with chenille patches. In the photo, he is seen standing before a mixing board, flanked by Futura artwork and proudly wearing a HUMAN MADE x Airinum mask. Elsewhere on social media, Ibrahim “Ebro” Darden gave fans a peek at a matching Victor Victor rug inspired by the same motif on NIGO’s jacket.
The new album will be released under Steven Victor’s Victor Victor label, although NIGO has also reportedly signed with Universal Music Group, its parent company. Apart from the album’s announcement and the assurance that it’s “coming soon,” no further details have been disclosed regarding his plans or the record itself. However, music has always been a consistent thread in NIGO’s storied career.
Over the years, NIGO has been involved in numerous singles, compilations, and collaborations, solidifying his musical presence alongside his fashion influence. While he hasn’t released solo material since the early 2000s, he has managed and DJ’d for acts like BILLIE IDLE and the TERIYAKI BOYZ. Moreover, NIGO has maintained strong connections with artists such as James Lavelle of UNKLE, Cornelius, and Pharrell, who excitedly reacted to the album news on Instagram.
As fans in the streetwear and music worlds eagerly await more details, it might be the perfect time to upgrade your audio gear, perhaps with a set of premium earphones endorsed by NIGO’s mentor, Hiroshi Fujiwara.
