A posthumous DMX track arrives following a week of Bossman Dlow and G-Eazy’s takeover and Lil Wayne’s takeover on the way this week. New artists have emerged while the titans clash this summer.
June delivered major tour announcements in hip-hop and R&B. Lil Wayne launched his 36-city “Tha Carter VI” tour on June 6. Lil Baby’s WHAM World Tour hit arenas starting June 19 with guests NLE Choppa and Rob49.
Drake and PartyNextDoor announced their “$ome $pecial $hows 4 U” European tour, launching July 11 in London. Together, these tours promise high-energy performances across North America and Europe, showcasing rap powerhouses and R&B icons at their peak.
While the major stars hit the road, the past greats and emerging future stars make their presence felt with infectious new music. From the new DMX to Gashi and Lu, here’s a list of new music you might have missed this week.
DMX & Joyner Lucas “Bring Out The Worst” In Each Other
Released on the 27th anniversary of It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot, DMX and Joyner Lucas’s collaboration revives the late legend’s raw intensity. The posthumous track leads a forthcoming collab project celebrating his enduring legacy and lyrical force.
KR$NA Arrives Like “Knock Knock”
The catchy track reintroduces Desi Hip-Hop to the U.S. as the international rap star drops the anticipated album Yours Truly. Over Phenom’s bass-heavy production, he unleashes bilingual bars, mocks doubters, and reclaims his limelight.
Victoria Says “I Love Myself”
The emerging star delivers a velvet-wrapped R&B anthem of self-worth, fusing moody production with soulful vocals and quiet defiance. With introspective lyrics and a mantra-like hook, she transforms heartbreak into healing, offering a graceful, powerful reminder: the glow-up begins within.
Gashi & G-Eazy Cop Some New “Rings”
A collaboration long in the making, the coast-to-coast anthem is packed with basketball bars, bold production, and highlight-reel bravado. Previewed live in Toronto, the track marks Gashi’s fourth single from The Killah Whales of Gotham, out this summer.
Raquel & NLE Choppa Start The Summer With “La La La”
The rising star from Toronto heads to Memphis for her genre-bending hit. Fusing pop, piano, and hip-hop energy, the track celebrates freedom, fun, and connection, from sunrise to the club. It’s a vibrant anthem for embracing the present moment.
LU & TGE Truth Get “Frisky”
Blending Afrobeats bounce with trap swagger, the song is a bold, playful anthem from the trendy acts. It’s a confident, high-energy track about instant chemistry—fun, fearless, and unforgettable. Together, they turn cross-cultural swagger into pure replay value.
LUCID J & Ben Rein Are “Nemesis”
The track is a fierce anthem of betrayal and resilience. LUCID J’s sharp verses meet Ben Rein’s haunting verse, creating a defiant, emotionally charged track. It’s not a tribute to friendship, but a salute to enemies who fueled their rise.
Trizzops Makes A “OC Pull Up”
Their synergy is fueled by years of experimentation, creative risk-taking, and relentless dedication. As they continue to evolve as artists, fans eagerly await what’s next. Whether through music or multimedia content, they are carving a unique path, and the trendy track is only just beginning.
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