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  • New Music Friday: 50 Hip-Hop & R&B Releases

    It’s New Music Friday, and if you’re looking to elevate your weekend vibes, you’ve come to the right place! Today marks the release of a massive wave of new tracks and albums from some of the biggest names and rising stars in Hip-Hop, R&B, reggae, dancehall, and Afrobeats. To help you navigate the sonic landscape, we’ve curated a list of must-hear releases to soundtrack your weekend festivities.

    Featured Tracks and Albums

    Kicking things off with a bang, Lizzo teams up with Sexyy Red for the track “HOES.” Vince Staples drops his new single “White Flag,” while 6LACK unveils his latest project, ‘Love Is The New Gangsta.’ Ne-Yo is back with “Ms. Tundra,” and the dynamic duo French Montana and Max B reunite for ‘Wave Gods 2: Cosmos Brothers.’

    Don’t miss Hurricane Wisdom featuring Chance The Rapper on “Barbie Doll.” Rising artist BabyChiefDoIt delivers “Game Six,” and kwn offers a double dose with “touch myself” and “idea of love.” MGK and Wiz Khalifa join forces for ‘blog era boyz,’ while Blxst drops “Just My Type.” THE-DREAM is back with “Bring That Body,” and Sheff G presents “Eat, Work, Pray.”

    More Hip-Hop Heat

    The remixes are heating up with 42 Dugg featuring Skilla Baby and Kash Doll on “Thick One (Remix).” 38 Spesh collaborates with Busta Rhymes for “Cold War.” Veeze drops his new project ‘Y’all Won,’ and Jim Jones teams up with Yung Bleu and Kodie Shane for “In The Car.”

    • Raq baby – “30 Days”
    • Stormzy Feat. Odeal – “24 Hours”
    • Brent Faiyaz – “butterflies.”
    • Rob49 – “How I’m Livin”
    • Tyga – “2POPS”
    • Russ – “Can We Just”
    • Lord Sko, Statik Selektah – “ELEVATOR MUSIC”
    • diamond* – ‘Baguette’
    • RJMrLA – ‘MR. LA II’
    • Big Freedia, SOPHIE – “Blaze That Ass”
    • paris jackson – “teenage drama”
    • LeoStayTrill – “Finders Keepers”
    • 2BYG – “I Want You”
    • OsamaSon – “off that!”
    • Derez De’Shon Feat. Morray, T Rell – “FrFr”
    • Pia Mia – “Hey Haters”
    • aja monet – ‘the color of rain’
    • HeadHuncho Amir – “Certified”
    • CANDIACE Feat. Tamar Braxton – “If Only…(Remix)”
    • LG Malique – ‘Rose Gold’
    • Lelo – ‘Mastiff: Pink Tiles’
    • Patrick Paige II – ‘Love You, Mean It’
    • Blaqbonez Feat. Asake – “Chanel”
    • TA Thomas – “I Found You”
    • ODUMODUBLVCK Feat. Zlatan – “Motion Sickness”
    • Errol Eats Everything – ‘Stagga Back – Remix EP’
    • Rukmani – ‘HIH & Serial Kisser’
    • MexikoDro – “MAIL”
    • KAMAL. – “suffer”
    • KAIRO – “JUST WHEN IT’S OVER”
    • FakeFreeKP – “What It Be”
    • Tekno – “Matter”
    • Blaq Tuxedo – “CRASH OUT”
    • Mike Clark Jr. – ‘Feel Good Music’

    This extensive list ensures there’s something for every Hip-Hop and R&B fan. From established artists dropping anticipated projects to exciting collaborations and remixes, the music scene is buzzing. Make sure to add these tracks to your playlist and dive into the sounds of the season.

    Which of these new releases are you most excited to hear? Let us know in the comments below!

  • Bearded Kings We’re Thankful For This Year

    As the holiday season kicks into high gear and we prepare for Thanksgiving feasts, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the year’s standout talents. And this year, a group of distinguished gentlemen with impressive beards have certainly captured our attention, entertaining and inspiring us throughout 2025.

    The Bearded Baes Who Made 2025 Unforgettable

    From legendary artists to rising stars, these men have not only blessed us with their talent but also with their undeniable charisma. Whether they’re commanding the screen, dropping hit music, or simply exuding confidence, these bearded icons have left a lasting impression.

    Method Man: Still a Legend

    The Wu-Tang Clan legend continues to prove he’s a force to be reckoned with. In November 2025, his iconic solo track “Method Man” achieved Platinum certification, a testament to its enduring popularity over three decades later. Beyond music, he’s making waves in film and TV, appearing in ‘Trouble Man,’ starring in the upcoming rom-com ‘Relationship Goals,’ and earning another NAACP Image Award for his role in ‘Power Book II: Ghost.’

    Adrian Holmes: A Standout Performance

    Canadian actor Adrian Holmes has been captivating audiences with his portrayal of Uncle Phil on ‘Bel-Air.’ His fresh take on the iconic character earned him a 2024 NAACP Image Award. As the show wrapped its final season in November 2025, Holmes expressed deep gratitude for the experience. He also celebrated a significant personal milestone, being initiated into the historically Black fraternity Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc., mirroring his character’s journey.

    Michael B. Jordan: Expanding His Empire

    Michael B. Jordan had a powerhouse year, delivering a memorable dual performance in the hit horror film ‘Sinners.’ Beyond his acting prowess, he’s expanding his creative reach, executive producing a ‘Creed’ spin-off series and set to direct and star in a reimagining of ‘The Thomas Crown Affair.’

    Aaron Pierre: A Rising Heartthrob

    British actor Aaron Pierre continues to charm, preparing for leading roles in ‘Lanterns’ and the upcoming Star Wars film ‘Starfighter.’ He also made his relationship with Teyana Taylor public, showcasing sizzling on-screen chemistry in her visual album ‘Escape Room.’ Featured in PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive issue, Pierre shared insights into his views on love, adding a layer of vulnerability to his undeniable appeal.

    Odeal: A Breakout Music Star

    Rising British-Nigerian singer Odeal has had a monumental year, earning accolades like Billboard’s African Rookie of the Year and an Amazon Music Breakthrough Artist. With multiple MOBO Awards and a BET nomination, he’s collaborated with major artists and released three successful projects, including his EP ‘The Summer That Saved Me’ and the album ‘The Fall That Saved Us.’ His unique blend of R&B, Afro-fusion, and alternative influences is making him an undeniable force in the music industry.

    Which of these talented, bearded gentlemen are you most thankful for this year? Let us know in the comments below!

  • New Music Friday: 40 Hip-Hop & R&B Drops You Need

    Happy New Music Friday! If your weekend playlist is looking a little sparse, you’re in luck. Today marks the release of a massive amount of new music from some of the biggest names and exciting emerging artists in Hip-Hop and R&B. Get ready to update your rotation!

    The Hottest Hip-Hop Drops

    BigXthaPlug is back with the deluxe version of ‘I Hope You’re Happy,’ promising even more heat. Key Glock is dropping tracks like ‘A+’ via Paper Route Empire, and Lil Baby delivers ‘Real Sh*t’ under Quality Control Music/Motown Records. Don’t sleep on EST Gee’s ‘Thug Club’ or Wiz Khalifa’s new singles ‘Champagne’ and ‘Over Here.’

    For the lyricism lovers, Conway The Machine teams up with Roc Marciano for ‘Diamonds,’ and Ransom and Conductor Williams present ‘The Uncomfortable Truth.’ Plus, catch new sounds from Ferg (‘Big Dawg’), Rico Nasty (‘PEPPER’), and SoFaygo’s highly anticipated project ‘MANIA.’

    • BigXthaPlug – ‘I Hope You’re Happy (Deluxe)’
    • Key Glock – “A+”
    • Lil Baby – “Real Sh*t”
    • EST Gee – “Thug Club”
    • Wiz Khalifa – “Champagne” / “Over Here”
    • Conway The Machine Featuring Roc Marciano – “Diamonds”
    • Ransom, Conductor Williams – ‘The Uncomfortable Truth’
    • Ferg – “Big Dawg”
    • Rico Nasty – “PEPPER”
    • SoFaygo – ‘MANIA’

    Smooth R&B Vibes and More

    On the R&B side, NE-YO is sharing his ‘Simple Things,’ while Tank drops the single ‘Control.’ Summer Walker fans can get their fix with the deluxe version of ‘Finally Over It,’ and Jhené Aiko offers up ‘Break.’ Kiana Ledé also drops the deluxe version of ‘Cut Ties.’

    Legendary group De La Soul returns with ‘Cabin In The Sky,’ and Bone Thug-N-Harmony brings us ‘Road Nights.’ Keep an ear out for new tracks from Odeal (‘The Fall That Saved Us’), Koffee Brown (‘A Place Called Love’), RSVP (‘Lay You Down’), and Ambré (‘She’).

    • NE-YO – “Simple Things”
    • Tank – “Control”
    • Summer Walker – ‘Finally Over It (Deluxe)’
    • Jhené Aiko – “Break”
    • Kiana Ledé – ‘Cut Ties (Deluxe Version)’
    • De La Soul – ‘Cabin In The Sky’
    • Bone Thug-N-Harmony – “Road Nights”
    • Odeal – ‘The Fall That Saved Us’
    • Koffee Brown – “A Place Called Love”
    • RSVP – “Lay You Down”
    • Ambré – “She”

    Don’t Miss These Other Notable Releases

    The list doesn’t stop there! Check out new music from The Kid LAROI (‘A Perfect World’), Lil Mosey (‘Soulja’), Luh Tyler (‘On My Own’), Armanii (‘CHAMPION’), Girl Talk and Sauce Walka (‘Real Life’), Kennedy Ryon, Juicy J, and Swanky (‘Water Your Grass’), LÉA THE LEOX (‘Way Too Cold’), Tone Stith (‘Let It Snow’), Elijah Blake (‘Glass House’), iAMLYRIC (‘BLKBRD’), Ben Reilly (‘SAVE!’), JURIN ASAYA featuring Rapsody (‘PS118’), Buddah Bless and Juanito AZ (‘Mad Emoji’), Mob Ties and Icewear Vezzo (‘My Lil Wetta’), Trevor Jackson (‘I LOVE YOU, GOODBYE (THE GREATEST BREAKUP ALBUM OF ALL TIME)’), Leigh-Anne (‘Friends’), LIFEOFTHOM and Plain Pat (‘Driving Blind’), and MarcLo (‘Marvel’).

    With such a diverse and extensive lineup of new music, there’s truly something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for hard-hitting rap anthems or smooth, heartfelt R&B tracks, this New Music Friday has you covered.

    Which of these new releases are you adding to your playlist first? Let us know your top picks in the comments below!