Over the past weekend, on March 8, Latvian rapper ansis released his newest album entitled '222'. The album's structure is centered around collaborations and duets with a variety of other artists, marking a continuation from his first solo album '111' that was recorded in 2005 in Ķemeri. Alongside ansis, the album features several notable guests including Gustavo, Wiesulis, Marko, Skutelis, and others, showcasing a diverse range of musical partnerships.

In his own words, ansis describes the essence of the album as a documentation of his life’s realities and environment through his rap. He emphasizes that it reflects his daily life, his rap career, principles, values, emotions, and the scenes from life in the 2020s without unnecessary embellishments or fantasies. He clarifies that '222' does not aim for the listener to identify directly with his story, but rather invites them on a journey through his world, encountering other heroes along the way.

Additionally, this recording marks a significant evolution in the sound familiar to Latvian rap, as developed over decades by ansis and his collaborator 181h. It serves as a follow-up to their previous work, and is expected to resonate well within the local music scene, appealing to both old fans and new listeners seeking innovative and experimental sounds in rap.