On November 13, 2013, Domo stated in a MellowHigh interview with Hodgy Beats and Left Brain that he is working on his debut studio album. On April 3, 2014, Domo stated that he plans to release his debut studio album before 2015. On February 17, 2016, Domo confirmed that the album is completed and is turned in for mixing.
Release and promotion
On March 10, 2016, the pre-order, track listing and release date were revealed. The music video for the album's lead single "Dapper" was released on March 24, 2016 on the official Odd Future YouTube channel. It currently has over three million views, as of January 2017. On July 19, 2016, Domo performed "Dapper" on Jimmy Kimmel Live! with Anderson Paak.
Singles
On March 10, 2016, the lead single, "Dapper" featuring Anderson Paak was released. It was produced by Garcia Bros. On March 17, 2016, the second and final single "Go " featuring Wiz Khalifa, Juicy J and Tyler, the Creator, was released. It was also produced by Tyler, the Creator.
Critical reception
Genesis was met with generally positive reviews. At Metacritic, the album received an average score of 70, based on six reviews. Album of the Year assessed the critical consensus as a 65 out of 100. David Jeffries of AllMusic said, "Domo Genesis still talks about weed and weirdness, and sometimes with a star-studded guest list, as the killer "Go " features Wiz Khalifa, Juicy J, and Tyler, The Creator. Mac Miller figures into the great "Coming Back", but the bits about Domo's family, his autistic brother, and his own search for self make this a meatier album than expected." Keith Nelson Jr. of HipHopDX said, "It's the subtle sequencing--deliberate to show his progression--that elevates the project from merely a delinquent to being the tale of a reformed man." Sheldon Pearce of Pitchfork said, "Sometimes the hooks on Genesis get wonky, there are portions of the record that feel unfinished, and every now and then Domo will sneak in a groaner. But for the most part, Genesis is a revelation." Ebyan Abdigir of Exclaim! said, "Domo's Genesis is a step in the right direction, but he's walking to his destination, and not anywhere near where he needs to be just yet." Brian Tabb of Pretty Much Amazing said, "The sparks of great art are there, but the brain behind the creation lays dormant. Time will tell where Domo goes, and honestly Genesis isn't a bad beginning."
Track listing
Notes
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"Awkward Groove" and "One Below" feature additional vocals by Carmel Echols and Samantha Nelson
