Eminem released a new single, “Guts Over Fear,” featuring Sia, on Sunday. It’s the lead song from Denzel Washington’s new film “The Equalizer,” which opens in theaters on Sept. 26.
Eminem and Sia have worked together before for “Beautiful Pain,” and “Guts Over Fear” features similar harmonizing we often hear from Em’s collaborations with pop stars (think Rihanna). The single is now available on iTunes, and also appears to be the first release from Eminem’s album “Shady XV.”
He dropped major hints about the new project before the VMAs, suggesting it will arrive on Black Friday, Nov. 28. It’s unclear if the album will be full of new songs or a re-release of his greatest hits. The release coincides with the anniversary of “The Slim Shady LP,” which turns 15 this year.
The news was confirmed during the awards ceremony. “It’s official,” Eminem tweeted after the VMAs, linking to a teaser for the album:
Yes it’s official… #SHADYXV Black Friday.
https://t.co/B0WCDoEeVO
— Marshall Mathers (@Eminem) August 25, 2014
Listen to “Guts Over Fear”: