Hailing from Yonkers, New York, rapper Iman Nunez always knew he was meant to do more than just work a regular job. Hip-Hop offered Iman that opportunity, as well as a creative outlet to express himself. He hopped into the music scene in 2016 with his debut, To Be Continued, hosted by Hot 97’s DJ Enuff. In 2022, Iman did a cross-country tour for his Rosedale EP, which came out in the year’s second half. He has headlined and sold out shows at SOB’s and The Knitting Factory, along with sharing the bill with Hip-Hop Heavyweights ranging from The LOX, 21Savage, Megan Thee Stallion, Coi Leray, Griselda and more.
After releasing several singles this year, such as “I Got Time,” “Watch Ya Step,” and “Numbers Game,” Iman Nunez gives listeners unique sounds in Phases: Vol 2, hosted by On The Radar. This album is a sequel to his 2021 release Phases: Vol 1.
The project starts with Gabe P from the On The Radar platform welcoming listeners to the opening track “Don’t Take This The Wrong Way.” On the opening track, Iman raps about how he’s been practicing gratitude in solitude at this point in his musical career. While practicing his gratitude in solitude, he blocks out everyone else’s opinions and looks internally to figure out how to move forward.
His most recent single for the project, “Numbers Game,” featuring HDBeenDope, explores the interests of statistics not always being accurate and questioning the number charts. It garnered love from Sway’s Universe, Rap Radar, Sheen Magazine, and more.
Phases: Vol 2 sheds light on the life of Iman outside of what meets the eye. Iman reflects on his journey into the hip-hop game while acknowledging the situations of those in his environment through “Nothing Left To Say” and the state of his closest relationships in “Get Off My Back.”
Phases Vol. 2 involves appearances from Dizzy Banko, Fergie Baby, LIFEOFTHOM, Niko Brim, and HDBeenDope.
When asked about the album, Iman Nunez stated, “Phases Vol. 2 is exactly what it sounds like. It signifies a different phase in my life. It’s been 3 years since Phases Vol. 1, and we were enclosed due to the pandemic. We’re outside and back to normal, so this one feels a lot more fun. The music is different. The features are different. I wanted to include what and who I’ve been around on this project. Probably the most fun I’ve had creating a body of work in a while.”
The project can be enjoyed on all streaming platforms. To stay updated on Iman Nunez, follow him on social media @imannunez.
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