New Music Friday: The Best Hip-Hop and R&B Releases
Dive into this week’s essential new music, featuring fresh tracks and albums from Nipsey Hussle, Shenseea, Ken Carson, and more.
Today is Friday, which means there are tons of new releases to look forward to from your favorite hip-hop, R&B, reggae, dancehall, and afrobeats artists. To help you unwind and enjoy the weekend, check out our curated picks of songs and albums you should hear and add to your soundtrack for weekend festivities.
This week’s lineup is packed with high-energy drops and soulful melodies. We start with the late, great Nipsey Hussle, who appears alongside Bino Rideaux and BH on the track “All Summer.” The energy continues with Shenseea, who brings her signature dancehall flair to the new release BRUCKSWEAT.
For those looking for something a bit more experimental, Ken Carson delivers his latest project, xperiment, while Rico Nasty keeps the momentum high with her latest single, “Cupcake.” The R&B scene is also well-represented this week with smooth offerings from Ella Mai on “Might Just” and DESTIN CONRAD with his soulful track “Nervous.”
International sounds are also making waves, with Mr Eazi, Dre Skull, and Vybz Kartel teaming up for the infectious “Lambo.” Meanwhile, Larry June continues to provide that signature laid-back vibe with “Organic Motion.” Whether you are looking for club bangers or late-night grooves, this week’s New Music Friday has something for every listener.