Having somehow slipped under my radar upon its release, I’m finally sharing the new video from NxWorries. Eight years after the success of their debut, Yes Lawd!, Anderson Paak and knxwledge are on course to succeed once again with the release of Why Lawd?. Having teased us with a couple of singles over the last 12 months, this month saw the release of a brand new video titled 86Sentra, featuring some appropriately smooth animation from Rhymezlikedimez. The full album is due for release on 7 June via Stones Throw. More on that soon ..read more

New music from the crushr records family, with the arrival of No Shimmering Heaven. If you’re not familiar with A Place Called Hell, then you might be familiar with its members – Monzy The Terrible and Dylan Land, who previously collaborated on Revenge of Abel and PERMANENT // PROSTHETIC, both of which were released in 2023. Now they have formed an official duo and released an album that is more than worthy of our attention. Masterfully written by Monzy and brilliantly scored by Dylan Land, No Shimmering Heaven is further enhanced by a lone feature from KILLVONGARD. A perfect addition to the ..read more

If you’re a regular visitor to the blog, then you might remember that back in January I posted up the debut singles from freshly formed rap crew, Previous Industries. Comprised of Open Mike Eagle, Video Dave and STILL RIFT, the group gifted us a double drop of tracks, with the promise that more would be on the way in the future. Well that time is now, as yesterday it was announced that their debut album is set for release on 28 June, via Merge Records. Not only that, but the trio also dropped a brand new video for Pliers, which features a shot for shot homage of a classic scene from Jaws, as ..read more

Three Dollar Pistol Music continue their run of success with the announcement of a new album from Marcus Pinn. I first became accustomed with Pinn through his meticulous scratch work on albums like PremRock’s Load Bearing Crows Feet and Dimensions of Dialogue by Penpals and Spectacular Diagnostics. That led me to his MPC Era releases which opened my ears to his prowess as a producer. Now he’s following up on those releases with what looks set to be a fresh batch of instrumental brilliance, kicking off with the title track, Night Music. Stream it below and get set for the full release on 3 May ..read more

As far as posse cuts go, it’s fair to say that this one right here is a bit special. Building on the already successful foundation of A7PHA’s 2023 track, Many Headed, Controller 7 takes the helm for the remix and bolsters it with even more talent. As well as the original lineup of A7PHA – aka Doseone and Mestizo – Buck 65, Aesop Rock and Self Jupiter, there is also a much welcome feature from ShrapKnel. Their appearance helps pave the way for the album they have on the way with Controller 7, which looks set to be another triumph for all involved. Stream below ..read more

A very welcome transatlantic linkup bere, as Morriarchi drafts in AJ Suede for the first part of his Flashdance On The Universe vinyl series. The release is comprised of two tracks, with the B-side limited to vinyl only. But for now you can digest Rapid Eye Movement, which sets the bar high for the series. Stream below ..read more

Brand new music from Serengeti, as the Chicago son returns with another installment in his alter-ego Kenny Dennis series. It’s a solo affair on the verses, while the production features contributions from Kenny Segal, Andrew Broder, Open I and Thrifty, as well as interludes from Sufjan Stevens. Enjoy ..read more

There’s a new album looming from Wavy Bagels, as the New York producer teams up with NJ favourite, DRIVEBY. San Juan is the first taster from the album and it’s set the pace for what looks to be another win for all involved. Check the video above and mark your diaries for the arrival of Carfull on 3 May via Break All Records ..read more

Photo by 35MMGOLD Cavalier is a talented soul. The Brooklyn-raised, New Orleans-dwelling artist has been the creative force behind some absorbing projects over the last decade, in particular, his 2018 album, Private Stock. A sharp writer, with a keen eye for the visual arts, his long-awaited album, Different Type Time, is due for release later this month. I recently had the chance to speak with Cavalier about the creation of the album, as well as his history with billy woods and Quelle Chris, joining the Backwoodz roster, the beauty of chance encounters and battling Nickelus F as a teenager. D ..read more

As we patiently await the release of Cavalier’s new solo album, we’ve been treated to another glimpse of what the project holds in store. Custard Spoon follows on from the introductory single, Pears, and features production from long-term collaborator, Quelle Chris. Quelle has a handful of beats on the new album, continuing the chemistry the duo have perfected since they first joined forces back in 2013. The video for Custard Spoon was made by Cavalier and is part of an ongoing visual accompaniment to the new album. For more on that, stay tuned for my interview with the man himself, which wil ..read more