Armand Hammer, the collaboration between billy woods and ELUCID, gained critical acclaim in the 2010s for their thought-provoking lyricism and experimental production. They released albums like Rome (2017), Paraffin (2018), and Haram (2021) with The Alchemist, showcasing their progressive and innovative approach to hip-hop. Their latest release, We Buy Diabetic Test Strips (2023), explores a jazz-influenced sound and features guest collaborators like Shabaka Hutchings and JPEGMAFIA.

billy woods and ELUCID's partnership as Armand Hammer began with the 2012 album History Will Absolve Me, leading to a series of projects that pushed the boundaries of hip-hop sonics. The duo's debut album, Race Music, and subsequent works like Rome and Paraffin demonstrated their ability to blend dense rhyme schemes with unique instrumentals, earning them widespread acclaim. With a recent shift towards a more jazz-inspired sound on We Buy Diabetic Test Strips, Armand Hammer continues to evolve their sound and collaborate with diverse artists.