Jay-Z announces the release of his new solo album Magna Carta Holy Grail

Music man at work: Jay-Z is seen musing about the nature of his new album Magna Carta Holy Grail

Jay-Z has announced the release date of his first solo studio album in four years.
The 43-year-old rapper relayed the news in a commercial for Samsung cell phones which aired during Sunday night's NBA Finals.
The new record is called Magna Carta Holy Grail and will be released on July 4.