Saint Dusty
Artist: Casperz Academy
Released: July 25th, 2024
Genres: Pop, Lo-fi, Hip Hop, R&B, Reggae Fusion
Saint Dusty is the debut studio album by Miami-based writing and production super group Casperz Academy. Primarily written and produced by co-founders Caspero Adonis (a.k.a. “Saint”) and Dusten the Dapper MC (a.k.a. “Dusty”), the album introduces the group’s signature blend of genre-bending soundscapes.
A concept album at its core, Saint Dusty is divided into five distinct acts, each reflecting a different musical genre while unfolding the story of society’s descent into chaos leading up to World War III. Collectively, it reflects the sounds and stories of a world on the brink of destruction. The production features influence from a variety of styles, giving each act a unique identity.
Tracklist:
Act 1: The Pop
Upbeat mainstream music to distract the mass population.
- Saint Dusty Intro (feat. Kazendra)
- Big Goon ‘07
- Beautiful World ‘14
- Searching For My Sign (Not Afraid)
- Nothing at All
- Pulled Me From the Dark
- Manilla (We Don’t Give A Fuck)
Act 2: The Chill (Lo-Fi)
Tailored to Gen Z and college students lost in their own world of studying and parties.
- Slow Motion (Lo-Fi Potion)
- Elizabeth ’96 (Cream)
- Dorm Daze (Good Friday)
- Shadow of the Moon
- April Moon
Act 3: The Spice (Latin Themed)
Inspired by Miami’s Latino musical culture.
- Saint’s Interlude
- Spanglish (Siempre Global)
- Salt Bae (Turn You On)
- Viva La Vulva (Who Want It?)
Act 4: The Love (R&B)
A soulful exploration of love & compassion amidst global unrest.
- Bet You Love Me
- Baby Girl ’15
- The Love ’07
- The Vanity
- No Lies ’11 (feat. 87 Heartbreaks)
- Wander Lust
Act 5: The Doom
A dark, brooding conclusion that highlights the societal collapse, with themes of political corruption, inequality, and nuclear devastation.
- Goose Park (skit)
- Blondie (Bombs Over Biscayne)
- Injustice Is A Beast
- Black House (Nacirema Dream)
- Blondie, Pt. 2