Astroworld – Travis Scott
Released in 2018, Astroworld is the genre-blurring third studio album by Houston rapper and producer Travis Scott. Named after a defunct Houston amusement park, the album captures a hallucinogenic, carnival-like atmosphere through psychedelic trap production, surreal transitions, and star-studded collaborations. Executive produced by Scott and Mike Dean, *Astroworld* was both a critical and commercial triumph, debuting at No.1 on the Billboard 200 and solidifying Travis Scott’s status as a creative visionary in modern hip-hop.
Key Highlights
- Features chart-topping hits like “SICKO MODE,” “STARGAZING,” and “STOP TRYING TO BE GOD”
- Includes collaborations with Drake, Frank Ocean, The Weeknd, Kid Cudi, and more
- Fuses psychedelic production, trap beats, and cinematic soundscapes
- Often released as a double LP on heavyweight vinyl, with limited edition artwork variants
- Grammy-nominated for Best Rap Album and praised for its immersive sonic architecture
Tracklisting
Side A
1. Stargazing
2. Carousel
3. Sicko Mode
Side B
1. R.I.P. Screw
2. Stop Trying To Be God
3. No Bystanders
4. Skeletons
Side C
1. Wake Up
2. 5% TINT
3. NC-17
4. Astrothunder
5. Yosemite
Side D
1. Can't Say
2. Who? What!
3. Butterfly Effect
4. Houstonfornication
5. Coffee Bean
Fun Fact
The track “SICKO MODE” switches beat three times and features an uncredited guest verse from Drake—becoming one of the most structurally ambitious and commercially successful hip-hop tracks of the decade.
Why You Should Buy This Vinyl
- A modern classic that captures the psychedelic edge of contemporary hip-hop
- Essential for fans of boundary-pushing production and genre fusion
- The vinyl edition amplifies the album’s expansive sound design and seamless transitions
- A collector’s piece with iconic artwork and major cultural relevance
Astroworld is more than an album—it’s a fully realised sonic theme park. On vinyl, its swirling beats and cinematic ambition are more vivid than ever, making it a standout in any modern hip-hop collection.