Dom Kennedy, BigXThaPlug, LaRussell, and Rap had many more surprise announcements at the start of the fall, led by a red-hot new track by Mazi VS and Joel Ortiz.
Last week, the genre gave us thrilling new albums by Tee Grizzley, Pharrell Williams, Leon Bridges, and Lil Tecca. The late Rich Homie Quan’s estate celebrated his 35th birthday with his first posthumous album. On the same day, GloRilla, Rod Wave, and Toosii announced a hip-hop battle royal. In addition to the major releases, emerging stars added new music to streaming services.
As the genre continues to await Cardi B, J. Cole, and Kendrick Lamar, it is producing some of its best music in years with new stars like Mazi VS, the Sports Book Killer, who released a new collaboration with Jim Jones last month. We still have so much to look forward to.
From Los Angeles’ 310Babii’s run reaching its peak to Rich Forever gang’s resurgence to Powers Pleasant making their star-studded introduction, here is a complete list of all the new music you might have missed this week.
Leon Thomas Presents His Mutt
The Grammy-winning singer/songwriter’s latest album has become the most talked about new album in today’s music after fans flooded social media with stellar reviews. It is his best work yet that delves into his emotions with features by Wale, Freddie Gibbs, and Ty Dolla $ign. A tour for the album begins next month.
310Babii Turns Up The Heat To 310degrees
Saweetie, Blue Bucks Clan, and OhGeesy appear on his second album of the year. Through 13 tracks, he maintains a high-tempo temperature, offering club-ready heaters. Having completed school, his road to superstardom is unstoppable.
Mazi VS Nabs Joel Ortiz To Become The “Biggest In The City”
Mazi VS returns with another authentic collaboration in Joe Ortiz after collaborating with Jim Jones. The latest track aims for the top spot with certified lyrical exchange. Betting on his future with established co-signers will result in big wins for the emerging star. The new track builds anticipation for the forthcoming album. It is the perfect origin point for newfound fans.
Benny The Butcher & 38 Spesh Play With “High Stakes”
Off their anticipated Stabbed and Shot 2, The Butcher and Spesh return with more heavy artillery in the latest collaboration about applying pressure to the opps. It’s rare for sequels to be better than the original, but this one is guaranteed to be even better.
Toosii Is Jaded
Featuring Gunna, Kehlanim and Muni Long, the new album continues to showcase his undeniable charm and magnetic sound. He provides that “Favorite Song” wasn’t a fuke, but a one of many. The album is a great start to hitting the road with Rod Wave this month.
LaRussell Shows Off That New Velour
In celebration of his 30th birthday, the new album showcases the Bay Area musician’s dynamic ability to push boundaries and redefine today’s music landscape. The latest release marks the artist’s 35 album. He continues to establish himself as one of rap’s biggest trailblazers with slick-talking rhymes, while staying true to his supporters.
Powers Pleasant Says Life Sucks
With new anthems, the superproducer delivers an industry-defining album. Aside from highlighting his versatility as one of the most sought-after beatmakers, the album also shows his desire to bring the best out of his contemporaries. By doing so, he has become a prolific figure in today’s rap scene, earning him multi-platinum status. On the new album, he says, “‘LIFE SUCKS’ is a reflection of my experiences and influences, shaped by the chaos in my life. I’ve always absorbed my surroundings and turned them into art. While making this album, life really did suck—COVID-19 was everywhere, BLM protests were happening in Brooklyn where I lived, and the future felt uncertain.”
Leon Bridges Finds Leon
Taking you through the streets he knows best, the things he holds dearest, and the places and people who shaped him, the award-winning superstar presents his most poignant, powerful, and personal work to date. There are 13 handcrafted tracks on Leon’s latest album that showcase organic genre alchemy and Leon’s signature storytelling.
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