NBA Youngboy continues to dominate the industry with more new music.
Last weekend brought a wave of rap releases, led by Don Toliver’s fifth album, Octane. That same day, xaviersobased dropped his major-label debut, Xavier. Ballout with Chief Keef’s “Talking Ish,” kept the week buzzing.
Several emerging stars from across the nation delivered impressive new releases over the weekend. Each track provided a glimpse into the future of 2026 hip-hop’s sound. Hot 97 has revealed a new crop of New York City artists weekly.
While NBA Youngboy feeds his fans with endless new music and new rap superstars’ tours on the horizon, there’s plenty of new music to discover. From Jacquees to North West to Montana 700, here’s a list of new music you might have missed this week.
Fivio Foreign Sets The “Rat Trap”
The King of New York Drill delivers a new diss track directed at hip-hop’s new “f*ck the streets” campaign. The song addresses many of the overlooked aspects of today’s rap superstars. He puts the target on his back and is ready for war.
Wale & Leon Thomas Can’t Help “Watching Us”
The latest track from Florian’s new album is a collaboration single that fans have been waiting for. It’s another track that proves the DMV legend’s incredible hip-hop-meets-R&B run is endless. The new single arrives fresh off both stars earning new Grammys.
Compton AV, Steelz, Lola Brooke, & Natalie Nunn Are Speaking “Yaya”
The known Compton rap star calls up a trio of baddies for a catchy track. Each act easily creates buzzworthy lines from the song’s hook, which excites fans. We could be listening to the song of the summer in the winter.
North West Is Checking Out A “Piercing On My Hand”
Ye’s daughter’s latest track leans into moody, minimalist production while framing adolescence through symbolism. Over sparse drums and dreamy synths, she delivers understated vocals that suggest curiosity and vulnerability. It desires to define herself beyond expectations.
Montana 700 Pays Respect To Lil Bro “LL Da Wizard”
The 300 Ent artist takes a moment to remember his fallen friend, who shook up the city of Dallas on New Year’s Eve. The Oak Cliff rap star’s latest visual features clips of him and his late friend together, creating music and living life. Rest in peace, ZeeTheWizard.
Tempo Tonic “Just Can’t Get Enough” Of The Hype
The song marks the beginning of a rapper for most fans, not just the music, but as a statement of intent. Built from a shared love of dance music and an undeniable desire to create sound that moves people, the track captures a moment when inspiration, energy, and belief collided for the first time. At its core, the song is about being alive.
KingFromHeaven Sits At The Top To “Watch The Throne”
The 2-pack is a dynamic project that showcases a seamless blend of hip-hop and R&B vibes. Crafted with precision by Slaughter Gang producer Kid Hazel, this project is packed with infectious rhythms and catchy melodies that draw listeners in. Both songs feature attention-grabbing punchlines that elevate each track, while a cleverly placed skit ties the entire project together, enhancing the overall experience.
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