LL Cool J is a man who needs no introduction. He’s just released his 14th (14th!) studio album, showcasing an eclectic range of feature spots from everyone from Van Halen to Snoop Dogg.

“With Authentic, I wanted to work on a project that showed my genuine love for all music,” LL says. “Collaborating with these myriad of artists was an amazing experience and this album got me back to my roots and is for the fans across all generations who love real music too.”

We’ve got 10 copies of Authentic to give away on CD. For your chance to win* drop an email to comp(at)acclaimmag.com with your name, address and phone number with ‘LL COOL J’ in the subject line.

Authentic tracklist

1.     “Bath Salt”
2.     “Not Leaving You Tonight” Feat. Fitz & The Tantrums with Eddie Van Halen
3.     “New Love” Feat. Charlie Wilson
4.     “We Came To Party” Feat. Snoop Dogg & Fatman Scoop
5.     “Give Me Love” Feat. Seal
6.     “Something About You” Feat. Charlie Wilson, Earth Wind & Fire and Melody Thornton
7.     “Bartender Please” Feat. Snoop Dogg, Bootsy Collins & Travis Barker
8.     “Whaddup” Feat. Chuck D, Travis Barker, Tom Morello and Z-Trip
9.     “Between The Sheetz” Feat. Mickey Shiloh
10.  “Closer” Feat. Monica
11.  “Live For You” Feat. Brad Paisley
12.  “We’re The Greatest” Feat. Eddie Van Halen & Travis Barker

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