We are officially in the dog days of summer. Once you get past the barbecues of July 4, and around the same time the temperature rises over 90 degrees, you know you’re in that sticky, long day part of summer. But fret not, music lovers! There are still plenty of new releases to keep you cool as you sweat out the rest of July.
R&B is coming with some serious heat this week, as The-Dream drops the sequel to one of his most acclaimed albums, and we get a confident new anthem from Coco Jones. Ciara is back with an ode to saying “yes,” and coincidentally, Tank also drops an affirmative new single of the same name (shoutout to Floetry).
Ne-Yo drops the country project he’s been telling us about all year, and we get the latest from Kelela. Bobby V is also back with his newest track, and Bryson Tiller drops a new collab with French DJ and producer, Hugel.
On the hip-hop front, Snoop Dogg teams with Beenie Man, and we get an officially streaming release from J. Cole and a deluxe edition from DJ Shadow. Plus, Evidence joins DJ Premier and Alchemist for a new one that’s made for serious hip-hop heads.
Each week, Okayplayer will deliver a roundup of all the latest new heat from some of our favorite artists. Check out the latest offerings in our playlist below.
NEW SONGS
COCO JONES – “BODY SO TEA”
The R&B diva drops her first solo single since “Luvagirl” in March. Her newest track is a mid-tempo thumper that pulses with confidence and features self-affirming lyrics about loving oneself.
JON BATISTE – “ALWAYS KNOW”
The renowned multi-instrumentalist, singer, and composer has always pushed his audience and been unafraid to expand on his sound. He delivers an emotional instrumental, a piano-driven track that sounds like how it feels when you come to a painful truth.
DJ PREMIER & THE ALCHEMIST FEAT. EVIDENCE – “NO EXPLANATION”
After touring together, the duo’s collaboration comes full circle. The two superstar producers team up with Evidence for their latest. Can’t go wrong with three of the most legendary names in hip-hop together.
FATTMACK – “DONE WITH XANS”
His compelling new song is an emotional track that combines trap grit with introspective lyricism. He delivers an authentic and accessible moment that highlights personal growth, resilience, and evolution.
ZERB, SWAE LEE & HALLE ABADI – “METALLIC LIPS”
This collaborative track boasts a glossy shine in terms of sound, while lyrically focusing on how sneaky people can get in situationships. Things begin casual but soon devolve into games. The EDM sonic backdrop is a perfect complement to the verses.
CIARA – “YES”
The veteran of “crunk’nB” returns with this fun, flirty, feel-good anthem about commitment and choosing love every single day. “When you find the right person, saying yes isn’t just one moment, it’s something you continue to choose through every season of life. Releasing this song on our anniversary is a declaration that I would say yes again and again,” she says in a press release.
KEMAR MCGREGOR W/SNOOP DOGG, BEANIE MAN AND MORE – “FOR YOU”
Built on a sub-heavy, syncopated riddim and punctuated by sleek synth arrangements, this all-star group effort balances the grit of a classic sound clash with a commanding, universal appeal. The rotating roster of featured verses showcases a stunning array of vocal styles.
YATTA BANDZ – “OUTTA TIME”
Serving as the emotional centerpiece of his upcoming project, the track captures the painful realization that love doesn’t always survive despite your best intentions. Over atmospheric production and his signature melodic delivery, Yatta wrestles with regret and unanswered questions.
J. STONE – “UP THE RIVER”
a raw, unfiltered look at what it means to build a career from behind bars; speaking directly to his circumstances — including addressing why the project carries no features or outside production credits. As he explains it, the silence wasn’t a choice; it’s simply that no one reached out. The song turns that isolation into fuel, documenting an artist who was in full motion before his sentence began and who has refused to let that motion stop since.
TANK – “YES”
The R&B veteran is back with his signature blend of soulful vocals and contemporary R&B production, on a track that breathes new life into Floetry’s timeless classic “Say Yes,” honoring the original while making it unmistakably his own.
DAHI FEAT. CHILDISH GAMBINO – “RUNNING”
Fans know he’s got something coming. The artist sometimes known as Donald Glover shows up to guest on this stellar track. Dahi is set to drop his debut studio album later this year. Black Boy (Alternative) comes out in August.
YODOGG – “CAMERAS”
Your phone can become your lifestyle. Produced by DunDeal & Cardo Got Wings. It’s an up-tempo club/party record that shows love to the exhibitionist in all of us.
ALABAMA SHAKES – “I FEEL HOPE COMING”
The country rock collective returns with a track that feels especially timely as outrage and anger swirl around us. The band is dropping I Must Be Dreaming, their first album in 11 years, on Aug. 28
MASEGO – “RECOMMEND”
The acclaimed Jamaican-American singer/songwriter and saxophonist drops his latest, a showcase for his distinctive blend of R&B, jazz, Afrobeats, and soul. A heartfelt track that benefits from his undeniably smooth performance and exceptional production.
AMARIA – “‘TIL WE MEET AGAIN”
The artist out of Florida has gotten significant attention with her atmospheric, lush dreamy soul sound. Her latest track shows why she’s managed to stand out even in a crowded field of R&B up-and-comers.
FELIX AMES FEAT. MILLKZY – “SECOND CHANCES”
Ames has been getting attention for a while now with his knack for infectious singles. The Brooklyn-born, Milwaukee-based singer teams with Millkzy for this standout track.
MARCUS HARVEY FEAT. MICK JENKINS – “COME TO ME”
The South African Harvey teams with Chicago representer Jenkins for this new track. It’s one of his most high-profile international collabs yet, on a song that melds hip-hop and R&B.
LELO – “BIG DIPPER”
One of Detroit’s most consistent artists, he gets the perfect showcase on this undeniable track. The production is perfectly complementary to his flow and lyricism, and he’s grown in both departments.
H3ADBAND & BOOSIE BADAZZ – “DAT SOUND” (REMIX)
Baton Rouge is in the building. As one of the city’s most accomplished veterans and its most noteworthy upstart team up for this head-nodding anthem.
PASTELS – “COCONUT ISLAND”
A collection of smooth R&B instrumentals that evoke the 1980s without ever sounding like a cliche; it’s the kind of effortless melodicism that reminds the listener of classic Jam & Lewis.
MAKO GIRLS – “LOVE THIS”
The trio out of East Atlanta is known for their effortlessly infectious blending of R&B, pop, and hip-hop, and on their latest benefits from a pulsing production and their undeniable energy.
MILES MINNICK & DJ MAL-SKI – “YEAH!”
It has the feel of classic crunk (though not the Usher song you were probably thinking of); it carries the kind of synth-driven aggression that was a staple in clubs in the early 2000s. But it sounds decidedly fresh, not retro.
BOBBY V FEAT. SILVASTONE – “LIKE THAT”
The R&B star is back with a new track alongside Silvastone. The former Bobby Valentino has always been an under-recognized vocalist, and the new track is a perfect showcase for his emotive sound.
NYCK CAUTION – “FADE”
The latest from the Brooklyn rapper delivers his signature energetic, dynamic flows over production by Kietti Gantt. The skittering beat slides under his flow easily, as Caution delivers his rapid-fire raps.
HUGEL & BRYSON TILLER – “TEMPTATION”
The French DJ and producer teams with Tiller for this new anthem for the summer. It’s the kind of feel-good track that becomes a standard for this time of year.
OPEN MIKE EAGLE & KENNY SEGAL – “WATCHING A MOVIE CALLED FREEDOM BY MYSELF”
This is art on the highest level. On this ambitious, six-minute opus from two of indie rap’s best, a 2014 Cuba Gooding movie is referenced but only metaphorically as the song symbolically tells us we all can just leave.
ALGEE SMITH – “OTW”
The award-winning actor and musician makes his return with this sultry new single. Both undeniably seductive and brilliantly infectious, the track reveals an edgier side of Smith as he delivers an ode to a summer romance.
JOYCE MORENO, ADRIAN YOUNGE & TUTTY MORENO – “FINGERS”
A gorgeous piece of work. Multi-instrumentalist and producer Younge joins with legends Joyce and Tutty Moreno for this beautifully joyful guitar-driven track.
AKTHESAVIOR & CPTN – “LONER”
The somber, downbeat feel almost distracts you from how deeply the lyrics dive into broken relationships, heartbreak and distrust. It sounds both paranoid and sorrowful. Who can’t relate to that hazy feeling of lost love?
ROB49 FEAT. YTB FATT & FOX BD – “300 BLACKOUT”
This is high-energy, southern rap ish. It may feel brief at only 2 minutes and 24 seconds, but the single showcases their raw, aggressive flows over a high-tempo, heavy-bass instrumental.
OWEN SAWARD – “NOT MINE”
The British triple threat drops his latest, a track with engaging lyrics and an irresistible melody, it captures a feeling that many are familiar with — the magnetic pull of a dangerous attraction.
KAREEN LOMAX – “OFFLINE”
A track that explores the mental exhaustion of digital overload and the need to log off to heal. Written alongside collaborator Daoud Anthony, the song serves as the lead single for Lomax’s highly anticipated debut studio album.
STOIC – “HUNTING SEASON”
A hard-hitting hip-hop track by the Grammy-winning producer, featuring guest verses from NYC rappers Nyck Caution, jev., and CJ Fly. The song showcases intricate sample-based production and serves as a standout release from his upcoming project.
NEW ALBUMS
THE-DREAM – ‘LOVE/HATE II’
Releasing a sequel to one of your more beloved projects is always a touch sell, but the Atlanta hitmaker is up for the challenge. The follow up to classic debut boasts features from Usher, Pusha T, Kelly Rowland, T.I. and Pharrell.
JUICY J & PROJECT PAT – ‘DEM GOATS’
Respect the architects. You could argue that these brothers are the most influential on contemporary southern rap–and beyond. The Memphis legends have teamed up for their latest album packed with gems and features.
KELELA – ‘NEW AVATAR’
A gorgeous collection of some of her best work. Her emotive style has grown into a voice that sounds lived-in and soulful, as she traverses the rocky terrain of the spiritual, the emotional and the psychological.
LA REEZY – ‘SKIDDLE BANANA’
“I get word you’re trying to shift the culture.” That’s a soundclip from the Louisiana product’s new album, a collection of catchy tracks that showcase his unique style and his undeniable charisma. He’s definitely come into his own.
BABY ROSE – ‘YEARNALISM’
With a tone that feels lived-in and timeless, Rose pulls from soul, gospel, jazz, rock and R&B, infused with the spirits of the greats that defined the Muscle Shoals era and pivotal female artists that changed the face of music.
ALLISON RUSSELL – ‘IN THE HOUR OF CHAOS’
She’s an artist that evokes the personal and spiritual inherently in her music, and on her latest, she channels decades of rich music and history into an incredibly gripping listen.
NE-YO – ‘HIGHWAY 79’
The R&B hitmaker has always been open about his country affectations, and now he drops his most country-inspired full-length. And he collaborated with country songwriters and creative voices, including Luke Laird, Charles Kelley (Lady A), BRELAND, Rhett Akins, Chuck Harmony and Tayla Parx.
CHUCK STRANGERS – ‘GLORY OF THE KING’S HAND’
“I made a lot of conscious [musical] decisions,” says Strangers via press release. “I really tried to make better songs that people might want to hear again.” With contributions from The Alchemist, Animoss, Theravada, Kenny Segal, Preservation, and Child Actor.
DAVION FARRIS – ‘ALCHEMY’
A strong collection of tracks. The R&B artist has always been known for specializing in unpretentious, self-aware lyrics and the new album boasts some of the best production Farris has had so far.
SANGO – ‘RHYTHM & MELODY’
A double disc from the ambitious producer/DJ, the project is his fourth studio album and one of his most ambitious releases to date. It features Big Sean, Babyface Ray, Smino, Boldy James, GoldLink, Vic Mensa, Xavier Omär, Jay Anthony, Robb Bank$, PHABO, Dave B. and more.
KB – ‘THIS CANNOT BE SOLD’
A project that remains firmly connected to his religious beliefs and a statement against the emptiness of contemporary art and industry. It doesn’t shy away from worship, it delivers a sound that feels revelatory yet deeply rooted in truth.
JOE JAMES – ‘THE ENDS, NEVER ENDS’
The British rhymer comes through with a collection of soulful, personal tracks that show he’s an artist who isn’t afraid to bare his soul. Touching on everything from broken love to troubled childhood, it’s a strong project that proves he knows who he is.
RAZ FRESCO – ‘WHY EQUALS SELF’
His 18th studio album is entirely self-produced, and the album serves as a reminder to anyone who needed it that he’s one of the more accomplished rappers-producers in indie rap.
LANCE SKIIWALKER – ‘#INVITE,SESSIONS,ONLY!!!’
Gotta love when artist swings for the creative fences. Experimental and off-kilter (in the best way, the latest from Skiiiwalker shows he’s adept at more than just changing up his flows and inflections. He’s a mercurial artist in every sense–and the game needs it.
EBK YOUNG JOC – ‘MAN IN THE MIRROR’ (EP)
The rapper from Stockton, California first rose to the fore with EBK HotBoiiz, and he continues to show that he’s got a strong sense of who he are as an artist and as a lyricist.
DIAMOND* – ‘BLING SLIME VØL 1: HØSTED BY DJ HØLIDAY’
Sometimes you just know. He quickly immersed himself in Atlanta’s underground rap scene, attending underground shows on his own and now he’s delivering some of the strongest music of his career.
DJ SHADOW – ‘THE MOUNTAIN WILL FALL’ 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
One of the most acclaimed DJ albums of all time is now back with an anniversary edition. Featuring classic Shadow, including a standout 2016 collaboration with Ice Cube.
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