Aesop Rock, Blockhead, Lupe Fiasco Link With Non-Profit To Raise Funds For DIY Skateparks With New Single “Pumpkin Seeds”

One of rap’s most prolific MCs, Aesop Rock has unveiled a new collaboration with longtime ally and producer Blockhead (with whom he made last year’s acclaimed Garbology album) for a new standalone single “Pumpkin Seeds” that boasts a feature from Chicago rap stalwart Lupe Fiasco. “Pumpkin Seeds” was created in an effort to help nonprofit organization The Collaboratory raise funds and awareness for two DIY skateparks in Dayton, Ohio: the Claridge Park DIY in Central Dayton and the Home Ave DIY in West Dayton. Located in an area often overlooked by broader social initiatives, when Aesop and co. caught wind of the Dayton skate community’s efforts it seemed like a natural match for the release.