From genre shifts to rap kings, we run through the 5 albums you need to know
Everyone has come out to play today. From Toney Starks to Kid Cudi, hip-hop and popular music hits are streaming with force. There’s more to come, including singles and music videos on the horizon as we await further news of Joey Badass‘ Lonely at the Top.
Ghostface Killah – “Supreme Clientele 2”
A general of Wu-Tang Clan, the rapper makes good on his promise of a Supreme Clientele sequel. Enter the follow-up to the classic 2000s drop known for hits such as “Cherchez La Ghost“. The lyricist continues with his special blend of retro sound against contemporary rhymes schemes, satisfying his fans and beyond. Read our review of his new drop here.
Kid Cudi – “Free”
It’s a pop album, but it sounds ok. Kid Cudi‘s artwork for new album Free sums up the title to a tee. The tracklist is a low-key soundtrack of noise you can relax to. It’s not our cup of tea, but I can see someone enjoying it.
Earl Sweatshirt – “Live Laugh Love”
After limiting hints for this album, the promotion was funnelled through an eclectic listening party. The former Odd Future rapper releases Live Laugh Love with few rollouts, except for some memes and the artwork. Its 11-track list index is a wispy production stamped by the rapper’s unconventional delivery, filled with chill anthems.
Offset – “Kiari”
Offset is fresh from the drama with his ex-wife Cardi B and drops an album for the car drive. Fast tempos, disjointed flows and an array of features will keep fans occupied on a project that features artists, including JID, Gunna, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, John Legend, and Ty Dolla $ign.
Tetyana Taylor – “Escape Room”
The vocalist experiments with sound to an impressive outcome. Recruiting the talents of acting buddies Taraji P. Henderson and Sarah Poulson, the singer goes all in to a place where she tacks a canvas of not only R&B, but EDM, and Soul
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