Kevin Gates, Inno Combs, Journey Montana, EARTHGANG + MORE New Music You Might Have Missed This Week

STERLING HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN – SEPTEMBER 15: Kevin Gates performs in support of his Big Lyfe Tour at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre on September 15, 2022 in Sterling Heights, Michigan. (Photo by Scott Legato/Getty Images)

It’s been a minute since the new Kevin Gates, but it feels good to have his return in the Lil Baby takeover. 2025 has received a great start for hip-hop, with emerging stars surfacing early and the biggest name building excitement in the mainstream landscape. In January, we received announcements of new music on the way by Cardi B, Ye, and Young Thug.

New artists such as Teddy Swims, J$PH, Devante Fields, and more display the future of music with their unique, introspective, new sound. Making the new artist-to-watch of 2025 difficult to determine at the moment with so many buzzworhty acts. It is quickly becoming determined based on consistency.

Ahead of anticipated albums by The Weeknd, The Clipse, and Playboi Carti, many are flooding the market with early candidates for songs of the Spring. From Kevin Gates’s return to Montana 700’s big debut to EARTHGANG continuing to trailblaze, here’s the new music you might have missed this week.

Kevin Gates Wants You To “Kiss The Ring”

Back like he never left, the Southern great returns with another sharp flow filled with bars about being a stand-up guy. He builds anticipation for this forthcoming album by preaching respect, loyalty, and guidelines. It feels good to be back.

DeeBaby Spends “Half A Ticket”

A soulful Southern anthem reflecting on his journey from struggle to success. With a new album dropping in February, the Texan uses every release to prove he’s not just a rapper but the voice for the streets who is building a legacy on his own terms.

Inno Combs Enters 2025 With “Stand On Alert”

The Brooklyn native returns with his explosive new anthem. A motivational banger that glorifies the hustle, resilience, and the bottom. He impresses with raw energy and infectious lyrics over ground-rattling production. The track pays homage to the hustlers worldwide.

Jeremy Crews Uses “EBT”

The rising star takes listeners on a heartfelt journey through his past, revealing the struggles he faced growing up. The song’s title is a direct nod to the Electronic Benefits Transfer program, symbolizing the challenges of navigating life while relying on government assistance. Embracing it, he offers a raw and unfiltered account of his experience in the lyrics that paint vivid pictures of perseverance and hope.

Journey Montana Is The “Best One”


The single offers a tantalizing glimpse into her forthcoming debut album Lucky Girl Syndrome. The new track displays the evolution of the buzzing songstress. Her love and vocals are intoxicating as she proves why she is the perfect selection.

EARTHGANG ARE “ELECTRIC” In The Streets

From the duo’s first independent album, the new track takes fans on a fantastic voyage. The new video features the three artists partaking in a high-octane joyride set against the backdrop of an industrial cityscape. It takes a pristine rage beat and sets the trio loose in a labyrinth of technicolor synths.

J$PH Introduces Himself

The Arlington, Texas, artist built a buzz in 2024 with his introspective bars matched with soul-baring honesty. In his latest EP, he discusses the life behind the music, which includes family, friends, self-confidence, faith, and more. The realistic shit you’ll hear in weeks.

Big $wift & Kruk One Show Off Their “Southeast Trophies”

The Cali duo links up for an undeniable anthem that captures the essence of Southeast Los Angeles. Mixing charismatic flow with gritty delivery that keeps it West Coast. The single is the perfect origin point for newfound fans of the duo. “It’s about turning struggles into trophies and representing where you’re from with pride,” says Big $wift.

Caliboy Reintroduces Himself As King Of The State

Formerly Uptown YT, the rebrand delivers a transformative EP that showcases an all-new, all-different West Coast artist. “Caliboy isn’t just a name,” the artist shared. “It’s a statement about who I am and the journey I’ve taken. California has shaped me in so many ways, and this name represents the essence of my story, my sound, and my future.”


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