NEW MUSIC- Album Releases

Busta Rhymes

Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God

This 22 track, 77 minute Busta Rhymes album is an undeniable ode to old school hip-hop. Just as it prequal, ELE2 is padded with conspiratorial and apocalyptic harangues with the additional pop up from Chris Rock, acting as the ultimate hype man.

However, Busta brings a nostalgic project with heavy beats along with his classical flow and goofy but rowdy personality, with features (and a samples) from Bell Biv Devoe on 'Outta My Mind' and a Michael Jackson 'I'll Be There' sample featuring Kendrick Lamar. We are also graced with a squeal to 'I Know What you Want' featuring Mariah Carey.

On ELE 2 addresses the political, social and racial tensions on the tracks 'Purge', 'Freedom' and 'E.L.E.2 The Wrath of God' which features and intro from Minister Louis Farrakhan; anticipating anarchy and vengeance as a lack result to the recent injustices and abuse of power. Busta also addresses co-parenting and wanting to be better for his kon 'Best I Can' with Rapsody.

The album also brags appearances from ODB,, Q-Tip, M.O.P, Rakim, Pete Rock, Rick Ross, Anderson PAAK, Vybz Kartel, Nikki Grier and Mary J. This project is refreshing as it stands completely apart from anything we've seen recently

Queen Naija

missunderstood

Queen Naija opens up her debut album with clips of comments on her career, directly related to he title of her album misunderstood, Queen Naija explains how she feels like people misinterpret things she says. She addresses some of these comments made about her on the tracks 'Too Much to Say' and again in 'Trial and Error' on which she reminds listeners 'Did you forget I'm human too, Human, just like you.'

Missunderstood brings classic deep, chilled but relatable R&B album vibes as Queen Naija explores love and heartbreak with the help of Russ, Jacquees, Lucky Daye, Kiana Lede, Lil Durk and Toosi; as well as the fun and funnny with the track Bitter ft Mulatto and introduced by the big social media personality Pretty Vee. The 18 track album also brings nostalgic feelings with a Bumpy's Lamentby Soul Mann & the Brothers sample, flipping Erykah Badu's 'Bag Lady' on 'Pack Lite'; and a sample of DeBarge's 'A Dream' (as has been heard most popularly on 2Pac's 'I Ain't Mad at Cha' and Blackstreet's 'Don't Leave Me') with 'Lie to Me'.

Queen Naija has proved that she is undoubtedly not one to disregard in the music industry.

Common

A Beautiful Revolution pt1 LP

A beautiful revolution part 1 is the new EP from Common and beautiful it truly is. The EP is a well crafted project with tracks that are both healing and uplifting. Common collaborates with PJ who is a Los-Angele singer, songwriter. Her voice adds a nice touch to the EP giving a soulful warm feeling. The EP also features the amazing Lenny Kravis and Stevie Wonder who add their own finesse in tracks like Courageous and A Riot In My Mind.

Releasing the EP ahead of the US presidential election was no coincidence, this is a time where positivity is needed. Common creatively tackles racial injustices with the intention to inspire the people. He quotes ‘ It’s affirmation. It’s recognition. It’s elevation. It’s music to go with the movement. Because the truth is there is still so much work to do.’

Giggs

Now or Never Mixtape

This year the UK has seen legendary rappers such as Dizzee Rascal and Ghetts make a comeback. Next in line is Giggs who has just released a surprise mixtape named ‘Now or Never’. The 16 track project is infused with grime, hip-hop and dancehall alongside Giggs well known flow and rapping style. The mixtape is in a different category from what you would expect from UK rap today. Giggs has made no attempt to switch up his sound to fit today's top charting rappers. Instead he has continued walk his own path by bringing back faded trends while still managing to tease a fresh nuance from his character.

The mixtape includes UK's growing talent with features from Emily Sandé, Jorja Smith, Dave and Kyze. It’s as though Giggs has used this project not so much to reclaim his position but as a platform to pass down the touch to the next generation of artists, giving each collaborator an opportunity to contribute their own unique flow in each track .

WizKid

Made in Lagos

Get ready to update your afrobeats playlist! Wiz kid is back with another killer album ‘Made in Lagos’. Wiz Kid is always finding ways to show love to his country so it’s no surprise that this new project is a dedication to his hometown. Wiz Kid’s signature flow is present in every track but it’s locked in with a new sound of maturity. As you make your way through the album you hear the blend of cultures and the evolving theme of embracing one's roots through love and gratitude. Inspiration is everywhere and the new generation of afrobeats cross blends with the island sound, from soca to Dancehall. In ‘blessed’ ft Damian Marley we hear the blend of Jamaican rhythms and reggae infused melody. If you are looking for a little pick me up, definitely check out ‘Made in Logos’

DaVido

A Better Time

American born, Nigerian artist DaVido brings nothing but absolute good vibes with a Better Time, his third album. There's something about the simplicity of the beats fused with Davido's voice that is just so sonically pleasing. He employs the help of Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown and Young Thug, Tiwa Savage, Nas, Kenyan group Sauti Sol and more to bring a beautiful mix afro-pop, pop, hip-hop and R&B flavours. This 17 track project is guaranteed to keep you on your feet from beginning all the way through to the end. Definitely one that'll be on repeat!

Davido to Complex:

'We (African people) always like to celebrate and A Better Time is that outlet to be free, be happy and hopeful for a better future.'

2 Chainz

So Help Me God!

Bree Runway

2000AND4EVA

Bree Runway is a singer, rapper and songwriter from Hackney, London. Her new mixtape ‘2000AND4EVA’ has surprise features from Missy Elliott and Rico Nasty. Bree is daring and isn't afraid to push boundaries when it comes to her sound. The 9 track mixtape crosses over different genres from hip-hop to R&B. Each track is filled with energy along with catchy vocals to get you feeling hype.

"This year hasn’t been the easiest to take myself to a place mentally where I can feel good to create songs to make others feel good. But constantly fighting for inner peace and creativity daily, I’m glad I was able to put together a body of work for fans to press play on and feel like a rockstar with no problems for a second.”

Future & Lil Uzi Vert

Pluto X Baby Pluto

Future and Lil Uzi Vert have teamed to create a new album titled Pluto x Baby Pluto. At the start of the year both artists released individual projects, Future released an album High Off life which featured the hit single Life is good with Drake. While lil Uzi dropped Eternal Atake accompanied by another project Eternal take (deluxe) -LUV vs The World 2. The momentum was only growing for the pair especially when they started teasing the collaborative project on social media. The 24 track deluxe album is in-tuned with the pairs well known flow from previous joint records All Bad and Wassup. The production is an impressive blend of the two artists' sounds. Listeners will thoroughly enjoy how the two managed to bounce off one another so effortlessly while maintaining their individual recognisable vocal performances. Alongside the album the pair teamed up with Hype Williams to direct a video for the album track That’s it. Be sure to check out the video as well as the album.

DaniLeigh

Movie

‘Dominican Mami’ Dani Leigh is bringing us nothing but hits in her latest Album Movie. Her released singles ‘Levi High’ featuring Dababy and Dominican Mami with Five Foreign gave us only a taste of what was to come. This female artist is definitely making a name for herself as a singer, rapper and dancer. It’s no wonder people view her as one of ‘Def jam’s most promising artists.’ Movie Is a 16 track album with amazing features from well known artists who are currently killing it in the music industry - PartyNextDoor, Gunna, Ty Dolla $ign’ and many more.

Alongside her album Dani posted on instagram a short teaser of the visuals for the album. The album is truly living up to its name, the counterpart visual is a work of art. If you don’t believe me, check it out for yourselves, the video is now available on Youtube.

K-Trap

Street Side Effects LP