Mount Westmore

Mount Westmore is an American hip-hop group consisting of California rap legends Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40, and Too Short. Known for their individual success in the music industry, they have come together to form a supergroup, which is famous for their debut album Snoop Cube 40 $hort that arrived on December 9, 2022, via MNRK Music Group. The album, initially released as an NFT/blockchain project titled Bad MF's, made them pioneers in the use of blockchain technology in hip-hop and peaked at number 188 on the Billboard 200. With plans for future music releases and tours, Mount Westmore represents a collaborative effort that brings together the cultural impact and creative forces of these four iconic artists, distinctively blending their styles and fan bases.[edit]

Mount Westmore, an American hip-hop supergroup, came together in late 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The collective was initiated by E-40, a California rap legend, who reached out to fellow West Coast icons Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube. Having previously collaborated extensively with Too Short, E-40 envisioned a supergroup comprising these four artists, who had known each other for decades. Snoop Dogg, in particular, had looked up to the other three as his OGs before embarking on his own career. Despite their extensive individual successes, all four MCs quickly agreed to form a collective, committing to put egos aside and build upon their longstanding friendships. The group's name, Mount Westmore, was chosen as a clever play on Mount Rushmore, positioning its members as the definitive icons of West Coast hip-hop.

To formalize their collaboration and ensure equal partnership, the four artists established Mount Westmore LLC, making it a formal business entity where all members held equal stakes. This structure underscored their commitment to a collaborative and self-managed approach. During the creation of their debut album, the group operated without personal assistants, managers, or label executives, opting instead to A&R the project themselves. Decisions were made unanimously; if any one member disagreed with an idea, it was promptly dropped. Within this unique setup, Too Short embraced the role of A&R and project coordinator, diligently keeping the debut album on track, while Ice Cube took charge of visuals, production, and stage direction.

Mount Westmore made its live debut on April 17, 2021, at the Triller Fight Club event in Atlanta, which famously featured the Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren boxing match. It was there that the supergroup performed their first single, "Big Subwoofer," to an eager audience. The official release of "Big Subwoofer" followed on October 20, 2021, accompanied by a dynamic sci-fi music video directed by Jesse Wellens and Sam Macaroni. This debut single later appeared on Snoop Dogg's compilation, Snoop Dogg Presents Algorithm, signaling the group's early ascent. A second single, "Too Big," featuring P-LO, was released the very next day, further building anticipation for Mount Westmore's burgeoning presence in hip-hop.[edit]

Mount Westmore's sound is rooted in West Coast hip-hop and G-Funk, the subgenre pioneered by Dr. Dre and others in the early 1990s. Each track on their debut album incorporates the signature G-Funk elements—synthesized basslines, melodic samples, and laid-back grooves—while maintaining a fresh production style suited for 2022. The group represents a geographic cross-section of California: the Bay Area (E-40 and Too Short) and Southern California (Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube), giving their music a homegrown authenticity.

Lyrically, the four MCs trade verses with the confidence of veterans who have collectively sold millions of albums. Their music is brash and funky, blending Snoop's smooth delivery, Ice Cube's aggressive flow, E-40's unique slang and rapid-fire style, and Too Short's direct, streetwise narratives. Ice Cube has described the project as an ongoing effort, stating that Mount Westmore is here to stay. [edit]

Mount Westmore represents a historic collaboration between four foundational West Coast rap artists whose careers span at least four decades. The group's formation demonstrated that established legends with significant individual legacies can come together, put egos and politics aside, and form a cohesive business entity. As Too Short put it, the group showed the entire Black community that four kings can come together.

All four members are over 50 years old and continue to be active and culturally relevant, challenging ageism in hip-hop. The group's debut album was notable for its initial release as an NFT/blockchain project, making Mount Westmore one of the first major hip-hop acts to embrace the technology. The four MCs collectively hold well over 40 gold and platinum albums, and their collaboration is considered the first time a collective of this magnitude has officially come together in rap history. [edit]

Mount Westmore does not have an official fandom name, lightstick, or fan colors. The group's fanbase largely overlaps with the individual followings of its four members, each of whom commands millions of devoted fans. The group's social media presence is centered on their official Instagram account, while each member maintains their own substantial platforms: Snoop Dogg has over 80 million Instagram followers, Ice Cube over 15 million, and Too Short and E-40 each have millions. Fans of the group celebrate the coming together of these legends, often sharing reactions to their collaborative tracks and live performances. [edit]

1. The group name Mount Westmore is a play on Mount Rushmore, positioning the four members as the Mount Rushmore of West Coast rap.

2. Too Short served as the unofficial A&R for the debut album, keeping the project together according to Ice Cube.

3. The group operates as an LLC, making them an actual business entity beyond just a musical group.

4. All four members have been friends for years prior to forming the group, with Snoop Dogg calling the other three his OGs that he looked up to before he had a chance to do it.

5. The group did not utilize personal assistants, managers, or label executives during the creation of their debut album—they A&R'd the project themselves. [edit]