Toro y Moi returns with’Hole Erth’, a striking new album that showcases Chaz Bear’s evolving sound and influence on the modern rap scene. Along with the album release, Bear has dropped two visually captivating, narratively connected music videos for “Madonna” and “Babydaddy,” both directed by Kristie Muller. In “Madonna,” shot with a night vision camera, Toro y Moi captures a lovestruck confession, while “Babydaddy” offers a glimpse into the exotic dancer routines that inspired the track. Together, these songs — the former featuring Don Toliver — highlight *Hole Erth* as the first Toro y Moi album to fully embrace Chaz Bear’s impact on the contemporary rap landscape.
Across 13 tracks, *Hole Erth* merges anthemic pop-punk with melancholic, autotuned rap, creating a fresh sound that feels timely yet deeply rooted in Bear’s musical past. From his early influences in punk and emo to his notable production work for major rap artists, this album serves as both a bold reinvention and a reflection of Toro y Moi’s longstanding musical journey. Chaz Bear himself reflects on this pivotal moment, saying, “ALBUM #8 aka *HOLE ERTH* is now out. Thanks to everyone who’s been with Toro through all the many stages and eras. I hope this chapter ignites a fire within, something true and unique to you.”
To celebrate the release, Toro y Moi is hitting the road for a North American tour, with stops in Los Angeles, New York City, Las Vegas, Miami, and his biggest headlining show to date at Berkeley’s Greek Theater on October 25th.
Stream *Hole Erth* and dive into the new music videos for “Madonna” and “Babydaddy” now (see below), and catch Toro y Moi live in a city near you.
Upcoming Live Dates
^ = support from Zack Fox
+ = support from Kenny Mason
9/20 – Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Forever ^
9/27-28 Las Vegas, NV – A Big Beautiful Block Party
10/3 – Queens, NY @ The Knockdown Center
10/18 – 10/19 – Miami, FL @ III Points Festival
10/25 – Berkeley, CA @ Greek Theatre (with Aminé) +