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Indianapolis native Maeta has been an artist to keep an eye out for since 2019’s Do Not Disturb. Fast forward two years later, and she’s proven precisely why with the major label debut Habits. The R&B star’s latest project is seven songs in length with appearances from Buddy, BEAM, and Leven Kali. Habits also boasts production from Kaytranada, Skrillex, Mustard, and more. 

“Habits is about everything that comes with being in a toxic relationship – love, anger, sex, growth, self-esteem,” Maeta said of the project in a statement. “I was finding my way through one during the making of this project, so it was like therapy for me during that time. I’m so excited for everyone to hear this project, and my hope is that people connect with the music and feel uplifted, healed, and understood.”

Check the project out below. 

In the digital era, there’s a constant demand for new content that many up-and-comers have adapted to. Whether it’s short snippets on their timeline, or freestyle videos, there’s a benefit to working the algorithms of streaming services. Clearly, Joey Trap understands this which is why he’s been flooding the streets with new music over the past two years. In 2020, specifically, he unveiled five projects and before we even hit June, he’s back with his second drop of the year.

Joey Trap has been teasing his new project, Professional over the past few weeks, beginning with the release of the song’s title track in early April. Now, he’s dropped off the project in its 26-song entirety. Without any features attached to the project, Joey Trap proves that he’s on go-mode this year with his latest offering. 

“I just wanted to prove myself with this album,” Joey explained in a statement. “It really had to show what I’m capable of and it had to be professional and that thought process is what made me name it PROFESSIONAL. The beginning of a new era for me.”

Haitian-born rapper and producer Lil Haiti has been slowly bubbling up from New York’s underground. The Brooklyn MC has earned praise with singles like “Panicking,” “Hit The Wave” ft. Kush Flo, and “Bounce.” The rapper’s loose singles turned earned the rapper a deal with Que Global Ent./BMG who he teamed up with for the release of his latest project, The Big Zoe. The five-song EP includes the previously released single, “Where The Cap At” ft. Flipp Dinero, along with four other previously unreleased records. 

The project arrives after a bout with COVID-19. He explained in a statement that he remained determined to release his new project, despite contracting the virus. “I had never been that sick,” said Lil Haiti who has since recovered from the virus. “I was vomiting for four days straight. But I worked too hard. My team worked too hard. I was not going to let COVID or anything stop me from promoting ‘The Big Zoe.’ That is the energy.”

Check his new project below. 

Canadian rap legend Cadence Weapon has arrived with his latest body of work, Parallel. The Toronto-based rapper announced the project back in February with the release of the single, “SENNA” ft. Jacques Greene. The rapper’s latest project offers a sci-fi-esque look into the ‘parallel universe; that lies beneath the surface while exploring timely social issues like systemic racism, gentrification, and more. 

Cadence Weapon enlists a few artists to help shape the 10-track project such as Manga Saint Hilare, Fat Tony, Skratch Bastid, and Backxwash. On the productions side, Jimmy Edgar, Martyn Bootyspoon, Casey MQ, Korea Town Acid, and DNNY PHNTM are those who contributed to the project.

Peep Cadence Weapon’s new project below.

1. Africville’s Revenge 
2. On Me (feat. Manga Saint Hilare and Strict Face)
3. Play No Games
4. SENNA (feat. Jacques Greene) 
5. Skyline 
6. WATER (feat. Fat Tony and Jimmy Edgar) 
7. Eye To Eye 
8. Ghost (feat. Backxwash)
9. Hard To Find 
10. Connect 

Yung Gravy is easily one of the hottest artists out of Minnesota right now and his style has been something that has really attracted a lot of fans. With his 50s and 60s aesthetics, as well as his humorous bars, Gravy has been able to carve out quite the lane for himself as he is one of the most unique rappers out. Last week, he dropped a six-track EP called Gravy Train Down Memory Lane: Side A, and now, he has returned with the Side B version of the project.

This new effort contains another six songs and it has some features from Mia Gladstone, Jay Storm, Young King Dave, and even Gravy’s longtime collaborator, bbno$. The EP contains many of the same vibes as the Side A version, so if you were a fan of that, you will certainly enjoy this.

Stream the EP below, and let us know what you think, in the comments section.

Tracklist:

1. Cheryl
2. Ms. Gravystone (ft. Mia Gladstone)
3. Karen, Pt. 2
4. Pillow Fight
5. Bought The Plug A Present (ft. Jay Storm)
6. Gasoline (ft. bbno$ & Young King Dave)

The West Coast is in full effect these days with a lot of artists out of the Bay Area helping define a new era in California’s hip-hop scene. East Oakland rapper Capolow has been the one to look out for over the past year. The rapper emerged with three new projects in 2020 including his collaborative effort with Kamaiyah on Oakland Nights. 

On Friday, the rapper returned with his latest solo body of work, Code Name 16. Laced up with sixteen songs in total, the project highlights many of the rising names to come out of the West Coast such as Kalan.Frfr, Teejay3k, Scando The Darklord, and more. 

Check out the latest project from Capolow, Code Name 16, and sound off in the comments with your favorite track from the project. 

It’s relatively difficult for any member of a pop group to embark on their solo careers and have it be nearly as successful as their group efforts. Though she became known to the public for her work in Danity Kane, Dawn Richard’s solo efforts have been equally as fulfilling. On Friday, the singer returned with her latest body of work, Second Line. The album serves as the follow-up to New Breed which arrived in 2019. Second Line is a sixteen-song effort that finds Richard exploring her New Orleans heritage with elements of funk, electronic, rock, and bounce innovatively infused into her R&B sound.

Check out the latest from Dawn Richard below and sound off in the comment section with your favorite track off of Second Line.

Earlier this month on April 2nd, Bay Area group AG Club dropped a 9-track album called Fuck Your Expectations Pt. 1. The album was an immediate hit with fans and many were anticipating the follow-up which is appropriately called Fuck Your Expectations Pt. 2. After telling fans that the second part would drop on April 30th, the group made good on their promise, and now, Pt. 2 is finally here.

This new project comes with 10 tracks, and clocks in at about 25 minutes in length. Unlike the first album in this series, there are quite a few less features to be had here. However, when there are features, fans are blessed with heavy hitters. For instance, NLE Chopps and A$AP Ferg appear on the closing track while Sam Truth is placed on the second effort, “WAR CRIMES.” This is an album that certainly subverts expectations and if you’re looking for a new group to throw your support behind, definitely give this a listen.

Tracklist:

1. Hairciut
2. WAR CRIMES (ft. Sam Truth)
3. I Know
4. Youtube2MP3
5. NBA Youngboy
6. Youngboy Interlude
7. Alta Bates
8. Queso
9. Guayaki
10. Memphis, Pt 2. (ft. NLE Chopps & A$AP FERG)

Ola Runt’s legal issues have transformed him into a mythical street figure who has managed to keep the game in a chokehold, despite being behind bars. The rapper’s maintained a strong momentum over the months since Harder 2 Kill in 2020. On Friday, he unleashed his latest body of work, Atlanta’s Most Wanted. The project is stacked with 16 songs with appearances from artists like Lil Xan, Woo Da Savage, VL Deck, Nefew, and 24LeftEye. On the production side of things, Ola Runt locks in with Hollo, Earl On The Beat, Bankroll GotIt, and more. 

The rapper has been on a roll and we’re excited to hear what else he has up his sleeve this year. Check the latest project from the budding Atlanta star below and sound off in the comments with your thoughts.

If self-snitching had a spokesperson, it would probably be Teejayx6. The artist has made a name off of his scam raps where he goes into detail about how he allegedly steals credit cards and lurks on the internet with various VPN services. He has absolutely no shame when it comes to these bars and with his latest EP, Generation Scam, Teejayx6 continues to demonstrate that he simply does not care what listeners may think of him.

What’s immediately striking about this project is that all six songs are produced by Lex Luger. Sonically, this album is incredibly tight and from a lyrical standpoint, Teejay seems more focused than ever before. Instead of his usual talking flow, the artist experiments more with his voice and it makes for an interesting listen. On songs like “EDD Baby” and “Too Loyal,” we get features from 24hrs and Boldy James, respectively. 

Overall, it’s a solid project and you can stream it, below.

Tracklist:

1. Triler
2. EDD Baby (ft. 24hrs)
3. Hit Stick
4. Dumpin
5. Shoot
6. Too Loyal (ft. Boldy James)