Hip-hop heavyweight Rick Ross has officially delayed the release of his highly anticipated new album, Set In Stone, pushing the project back by five weeks and giving fans a little longer to wait for his long-awaited return.<\/p>\n
The album was originally scheduled to arrive on June 12, but updated listings across major digital platforms now show a new release date of July 17, 2026. While Ross has yet to publicly address the reason behind the postponement, the revised date has been reflected on Apple Music and other pre-order platforms, confirming the delay.<\/p>\n
Over the course of two decades, Ross has built a catalog that includes acclaimed albums such as Teflon Don, God Forgives, I Don\u2019t, Mastermind, and Rather You Than Me. His signature blend of cinematic production, vivid imagery, and larger-than-life charisma has earned him a devoted fanbase and a lasting place within hip-hop culture.<\/p>\n
While delays often disappoint fans eager for new music, the announcement has done little to diminish excitement surrounding Set In Stone. If anything, the extra time has only heightened curiosity about what Ross has planned for his long-awaited comeback album.<\/p>\n
With a new release date now locked in, fans can officially mark July 17 on their calendars as Rick Ross prepares to deliver the next chapter in his storied career. Whether through lavish street anthems, motivational boss-talk, or luxury rap at its finest, Set In Stone is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated hip-hop releases of the summer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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