Atlanta rapper Hunxho is set to release his highly anticipated album Thank God on Friday, October 25. The project caps off an incredible 2024 for Hunxho, filled with milestones and achievements.
This year, Hunxho headlined his first sold-out U.S. tour, “One Night Only,” crossed over 1 billion streams, and saw his hit single “Your Friends” certified Gold by the RIAA. He also performed at the 2024 BET Awards Red Carpet Pre-Show and directly supported Sexyy Red on her “Sexyy for President” tour.
With Thank God, fans can expect more of the energy and raw lyricism that has made Hunxho one of rap’s rising stars.
Brooklyn drill luminary Fivio Foreign reaffirms his status as one of the genre’s most influential curators. Few artists have been as versatile for as long as Fivio, and his latest single, “Living Legend,” consummates his rise to international acclaim.
The new song kicks off with deep bass and sharp snares. As the beat builds, we hear Fivio taking stock of his wins: “N**** this is living legend s***, in Paris on my leather s***.” He sets the scene for a vivid narrative of his come-up, offering an authentic glimpse into Fivio’s life beyond the recording studio.
The NY giant’s versatility shines through past collaborations with artists such as Ye (formerly Kanye West), Drake, and Nicki Minaj, while his influence transcends into the fashion world with appearances at both New York Fashion Week (NYFW) and Paris Fashion Week.
For listeners clamoring for more, “Living Legend” is synonymous with the powerfully gritty sound introduced on previously released singles like “BLACC OUT.” The return track, out now, follows on from Fivio’s February-released mixtape Pain & Love 2, which boasts features from Meek Mill, Swae Lee, Popcaan, Sheff G, and Lil Tjay, among others.
Welcome to Tyler, the Creator SZN. The superstar rapper has dropped off a new teaser, scored by the single “ST. CHROMA,” hinting at the future release of the album Chromakopia.
The video delivers the energy of a music video. A marching soldier treks through plains with an army of suited men behind him as Tyler’s whispering bars carry the energy. You can see the men march into a Chromakopia shipping container, which eventually explodes below.
070 Shake has officially announced her highly-anticipated album Petrichor, set to release on November 15th. Alongside the announcement, Shake dropped the album’s lead single, “Winter Baby / New Jersey Blues,” complete with a Bennett Watanabe-directed music video starring Shake and Lily-Rose Depp. The visually striking video, inspired by 1950s jukebox pop and transitioning into a more contemporary feel, reflects the evolving mood of the two-part single.
Produced by Dave Hamelin (Beyoncé, King Princess), Tyler Johnson (Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus), and Patrick Krief (The Dears), “Winter Baby / New Jersey Blues” showcases Shake’s genre-bending style, melding influences across hip-hop, pop, and electronic music. With Lily-Rose Depp cast as a classic femme fatale and Shake as her elusive love interest, the music video draws inspiration from Wong Kar-Wai’s Fallen Angels and Gaspar Noe’s Climax, creating an intoxicating narrative of forbidden desire.
Shake describes Petrichor as an album that evokes a feeling—akin to the smell of rain on dry soil after a drought. “It’s the perfect word to describe this body of music,” she told Cultured Magazine in a recent interview. The album promises a bold and intimate experience, blending acoustic guitars, piano, synths, and dembow rhythms in a way only Shake could deliver.
Executive produced by Shake and longtime collaborator Dave Hamelin, Petrichor follows her critically acclaimed debut Modus Vivendi (2020) and You Can’t Kill Me (2022). Shake has made a name for herself with emotional vocal delivery and futuristic production, further cemented by her appearance on RAYE’s hit single “Escapism” in 2023. Petrichor marks a significant step forward in Shake’s artistic evolution, offering fans a glimpse into her most personal work yet.
Multi-platinum artist and GRAMMY-nominated rapper Big Sean has released the highly anticipated music video for “It Is What It Is,” featuring Gunna. The track is from Sean’s critically acclaimed sixth studio album Better Me Than You (Def Jam Recordings).
Directed by Diego Cruz, the video features Big Sean and Gunna performing against various urban landscapes in Los Angeles, delivering bold lyrics like, “Face all on the front page, I don’t give a f—- about no backlash / I’ve been backstabbed and laughed at / We gon’ see who gets the f—-’ last laugh.”
“It Is What It Is” is the seventh track on Better Me Than You, an album that takes listeners on a 21-track journey through themes of self-exploration, responsibility, and personal growth. The project showcases Big Sean’s lyrical depth while embracing the complexity and joy of the human experience.
Better Me Than You has received critical acclaim for its raw honesty and introspective storytelling, and the new video adds a visual dimension to the album’s standout track, blending striking visuals with Sean and Gunna’s commanding performances.
The video is now available on all major platforms, adding another layer to the buzz surrounding Better Me Than You and its ongoing impact on fans and the music scene.
Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” continues its dominant run atop the Billboard Hot 100, securing a 14th week at No. 1. The track, which became the artist’s first chart-topping hit in July, now holds the longest reign of 2024 and is within two weeks of tying Morgan Wallen’s 2023 smash, “Last Night,” for the longest No. 1 stay this decade at 16 weeks.
As Shaboozey’s debut Hot 100 entry with no other billed artists, “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” ties for the second-longest No. 1 run among solo breakthrough hits, behind Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road,” which dominated for 19 weeks in 2019.
In addition to its Hot 100 success, “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” remains at No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart for an 18th consecutive week, the longest No. 1 streak of 2024.
The song, released via American Dogwood/EMPIRE, garnered 75.6 million radio airplay audience impressions, 26.4 million streams, and 6,000 sales in the U.S. from Oct. 4-10. It also posts an 11th week at No. 1 on the Radio Songs chart, reclaims the top spot on Streaming Songs, and holds steady at No. 2 on Digital Song Sales.
Today, Juice WRLD fans are being treated to two highly anticipated tracks: the melodic “Both Ways” and the dark, booming “Cavalier.” Both songs arrive as part of The Pre-Party (Extended) EP, released via Grade A and Interscope Records.
“Both Ways,” produced by Juice’s frequent collaborator Nick Mira alongside Pharaoh Vice, features a low-slung groove and effortlessly catchy melodies. The track comes with a video co-directed by Juice’s friend and collaborator, Trippie Redd, along with DotComNirvan. Juice WRLD delivers smooth verses and warnings, rapping, “If you’re crossing my streets, better look both ways.”
“Cavalier,” produced by 808 Mafia’s Purps and Ian Francis, offers a shadowy mix of moody guitar and skittering drums. Fans may recall footage of Juice recording the song during a 2019 Instagram Live session. Juice showcases his lyrical prowess with raw energy: “They gon’ make me blow my fuse… I beat up the rap game, and I give it a bruise.”
This release follows The Pre-Party EP, dropped on September 9, a date beloved by Juice WRLD’s fans for its symbolism of turning negative into positive.
Today, fans are once again being treated to two long-sought Juice WRLD gems: minimal, melodic “Both Ways” and the darkly booming “Cavalier.” The songs continue an ongoing series, arriving as The Pre-Party (Extended) EP via Grade A and Interscope Records. Additionally, “Both Ways” comes with a video starring and co-directed by Juice friend and collaborator Trippie Redd along with DotComNirvan.
Blessed with a beat from Juice’s right-hand producer Nick Mira alongside Pharaoh Vice (iann dior, The Kid LAROI, Lil Peep), “Both Ways” is low-slung with a subtly infectious groove. Juice is in his zone, casually shifting rhythms and catching melodies, feeling himself and issuing warnings: “If you’re crossing my streets, better look both ways.”
Jamaican-born, Queens, NY-raised artist Kranium, officially drops his new single and video “Unfck You,” on all digital streaming platforms today (October 11) on the heels of his electrifying performance of the track with COLORSxSTUDIOS last Friday (October 4). Next week, he will start his Higher Life Tour covering all corners of the globe from the Bahamas to Nairobi, Dubai, Brooklyn, and London.
Produced by Teflon Zincfence (Chronixx, Koffee, Pa Salieu), his brand new song “Unfck You” reflects the pain, heartbreak, and regret of intimacy in a relationship. The video, directed by Xavier Damase—known for his visual for Koffee‘s hit “Toast”—takes viewers on a journey through Kranium’s darker days, showcasing his longing to rewind time and free himself from the haunting memories of a past lover.
“Unfck You” follows his recent massive single “Higher Life” featuring Chronic Law, which has become the #1 song in the dancehall community right now, gaining significant airplay in the U.S. and being added to BBC 1Xtra‘s playlist in the UK. The song has amassed 20 million streams on TikTok, with over 650,000+ uploads across Meta platforms and approaching 5 million views on YouTube.
In support of the single and its success, Kranium will kick off his Higher Life Tour in the Bahamas on October 12. The stretch will span Nairobi (Kenya), Kampala (Uganda), and Dubai (UAE) in November, continuing along the U.S. East Coast in Virginia Beach, VA, Brooklyn, NY, Boston, MA, and Bergen, NJ, before wrapping up in London, UK, on February 16, 2025.
It’s been six years since Benny The Butcher & 38 Spesh linked up for the fan-favorite Stabbed & Shot. On 10.18.24 that all changes, as Benny & Spesh have announced the long-awaited collaborative sequel; Stabbed & Shot 2. Much has changed in the interim, including their respective statures, as they have both grown, elevated and evolved.
For Benny The Butcher, 2024 has already been a monumental year. After dropping his major label solo debut, Everybody Can’t Go, on Def Jam, he followed up with “the summer ain’t over until say it is” projects Summertime Butch and Buffalo Butch, Vol. 1, the latter of which featured his long-awaited collaboration with Drake. Benny’s ability to balance his gritty street lyricism with his growing mainstream presence has solidified his reputation as one of hip-hop’s most versatile voices. Stabbed & Shot 2sees him returning to his roots, reconnecting with 38 Spesh for another round of paper chasing.
38 Spesh, has also been active and supremely accurate this year, most recently with the release of the critically acclaimed, and perhaps his most visible project to date, Mother & Gun, which again displayed his versatility as both an emcee and producer.
Benny & Spesh also realize that their long-awaited collaborative sequel includes much higher stakes and baked-in expectations. But, they thrive under that pressure, as Stabbed & Shot2 is the rare sequel that surpasses its predecessor; when you turn on the bright kitchen lights, Benny & Spesh are always going to cook up and deliver.
Dubbing themselves as the best tandem to go back and forth since Jadakiss & Styles P, Stabbed & Shot 2 is a master class in plug talk, survival tactics, and everything you want from a Benny & Spesh drop. The chemistry is even more elevated, their distinct styles blend seamlessly, and they effortlessly deliver more of the barred-out, street narratives and vivid storytelling that has defined their careers. Stabbed & Shot 2 is a testament to their growth, and resilience as artists and entrepreneurs.
A week after releasing a two-pack of singles “Jesus Arms” featuring Busta Rhymes and “Brick Specials,” Benny & Spesh are back with the album’s first visual “High Stakes,” which is now available below. “High Stakes” will be available at all DSP’s at midnight.
