The Best New Hip-Hop Releases This Week

A rundown of the best new hip-hop releases, including albums from Larry June, Latto, Logic, Mavi, and Polo G.
The Best New Hip-Hop Releases This Week
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The summer season may be coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean the music is slowing down. In fact, some of the hottest new releases have been dropping in the past week alone.

From Larry June’s latest album ‘Doing It For Me’ to Latto’s ‘Sugar Honey Iced Tea’, there’s been no shortage of exciting new music. And that’s not even mentioning the latest from Logic, Mavi, and Polo G, who all dropped new projects this week.

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the best new hip-hop releases. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for something new to add to your playlist, we’ve got you covered.

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First up is Larry June’s ‘Doing It For Me’. This album is all about June’s signature smooth flows and feel-good vibes. With tracks like ‘Don’t Try’ and ‘Don’t Get Me Started’, it’s easy to see why this album has been making waves in the hip-hop world.

Next is Latto’s ‘Sugar Honey Iced Tea’. This album sees Latto embracing her Southern roots and experimenting with new sounds. With tracks like ‘Good 2 You’ featuring Ciara and ‘S/O To Me’, it’s clear that Latto is on the rise.

Logic is another artist who has been making waves in the hip-hop world. His latest album ‘Ultra 85’ sees him trying on new deliveries over mostly live instrumentation. With tracks like ‘Village Church’ and ‘Shinjuku Hotel’, this album is a standout.

Ultra 85 by Logic

Mavi is an artist who has been gaining attention for his unique approach to hip-hop. His latest album ‘Shadowbox’ sees him embracing a more abstract and soulful sound. With tracks like ‘Slaying the Game’ and ‘No Time’, this album is a must-listen.

Last but not least is Polo G’s ‘HOOD POET’. This album sees Polo G reflecting on his past experiences and looking to the future. With tracks like ‘He Overcame Obstacles During Pain or Emotional Trauma’ and ‘Barefoot’, this album is a powerful listen.

HOOD POET by Polo G

In addition to these albums, there have been some exciting new singles and videos dropping this week. From Grouptherapy’s ‘Forever Freestyle Pt. 3’ to Heems’ ‘Rakhi’, there’s been no shortage of great new music.

Rakhi by Heems

Lexa Gates is another artist who has been gaining attention for her unique style. Her latest single ‘Provider’ is a standout, with its blend of abstract wordplay and laid-back beats.

One of the biggest stories of the week was Drake dropping ‘100 GB’ of material, including new songs with 21 Savage and Latto. This release has been making waves in the hip-hop world and is definitely worth checking out.

Drake

Latto’s love for her home soil has been evident throughout her career, but on her third studio album, the Southern Belle really reaches in up to her elbows to unearth native sounds that have for too long gone overlooked. Just check out ‘Good 2 You’ featuring Ciara, which sees Latto taking her first swing at ATL Bass.

In conclusion, this week has seen some incredible new hip-hop releases. From Larry June’s ‘Doing It For Me’ to Polo G’s ‘HOOD POET’, there’s been no shortage of exciting new music. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for something new to add to your playlist, we’ve got you covered.

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