Last week, we showed respect to new releases from Future, GoldLink, Tyler, The Creator, Tee Grizzley, Kembe X, Meek Mill, Big K.R.I.T., among others for the previous iteration of our Best New Tracks series.
For the latest Best New Tracks entry, we’re bringing your attention towards projects, singles and visuals cooked up by Gallant, Kate Tempest, Common, Laundry Day, Nosaj Thing and Maleek Berry.
LAUNDRY DAY – “Red Roses”
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LAUNDRY DAY — a band made up of Jude, Sawyer, Etai, HP, and HW — release the video for their single “Red Roses,” a cut from their newest record HOMESICK. The New York-based band, which members are still in high school, have quietly been building buzz and looks to make a big jump in a big way by the end of the year. Watch the Camilla Ffrench-directed clip below.
Gallant – “Sharpest Edges”
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Gallant returns with a brand new single titled “Sharpest Edges.” The single illuminates Gallant’s slick, sultry and soulful evolution.
Gallant explains, “There are two sides to every coin—a bunch of caskets buried underneath every vacation home. I had problems with depression for a long time because even though you get to choose your own outlook on life, it’s hard sometimes to ignore the bad shit, the mistakes you made and the things you could have done better. It’s easier to admit the world is full of sharp edges—and to make a goal to have as many close calls as you can.”
Kate Tempest – The Book Of Traps & Lessons
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British spoken word artist, rapper, poet, novelist and playwright Kate Tempest releases her third studio album, The Book Of Traps & Lessons via American Recordings/Republic Records.
Of the album, Kate says, “I hope that people feel connected.” She continues, “I hope they connect with the work, and that this connection enables them to connect with themselves, and that this connection encourages a deeper connection to others.”
The Book Of Traps & Lessons was crafted with Rick Rubin and Dan Carey over the course of the past five years. It follows Tempest’s previous releases, 2014’s Everybody Down and 2016’s Let Them Eat Chaos.
Common featuring Daniel Caesar, Dwele and J Dilla – “HER Love”
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Common releases the lead single “HER Love” feat. Daniel Caesar and special guest Dwele from his upcoming album due later in August. The new record boasts an unheard beat by longtime collaborator, the late and great J Dilla.
The record illuminates the genre’s powerful impact, as he claims, “You see a Malcolm X in a YG.” Regarding Hip-Hop, Common admits, “You gave me a voice in the world, it’s been hard to choose another girl.” The accompanying video was directed by Savanah Leaf.
Nosaj Thing Remixes “Salty” by KAZU
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KAZU — Kazu Makino, the frontwoman and singer of Blonde Redhead — recently shared her first solo record Adult Baby titled “Salty.” The new record now receives a remix by international producer Nosaj whose penchant for club remixes of hip-hop has earned him collaborations with the likes of Kid Cudi, Kendrick Lamar, Chance the Rapper, Toro y Moi, as well as Philip Glass and Flying Lotus. Listen to the dance remix below.
Maleek Berry – “Flashy”
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Maleek Berry shares his band new single “Flashy,” the first solo track from the British-Nigerian artist of this year. He most recently was featured on Goldlink’s recent track “Zulu Screams” and performed this past week on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. “Flashy” also sees Maleek Berry rapping for the first time on one of his singles.
Last week, our Best New Tracks series spotlighted new releases from Skrillex, Boys Noize, Phantogram and others. Now, we’re honoring the latest deliveries from Future, GoldLink, Tyler, The Creator, Tee Grizzley, Kembe X, Meek Mill, Big K.R.I.T. and more.
Tee Grizzley – Scriptures
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A little over a year after the release of Tee Grizzley’s debut studio album Activated, the Detroit rapper is back with a new LP. Known as Scriptures, Tee Grizzley’s latest finds him serving up 14 new tracks and linking up with YNW Melly and A Boogie Wit da Hoodie for standout collaborations. The album boasts Timbaland as its executive producer, with the majority of its selections featuring Timbaland’s name in their credits; Chopsquad DJ’s work is also featured prominently on Scriptures, while “Add Me Up” was produced entirely by “First Day Out” producer — and one of Detroit’s most talented beatsmiths — Helluva.
Future – Save Me
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Several months after releasing his commercially-successful studio album Future Hndrxx Presents: The WIZRD, Future is back with a new EP dubbed Save Me. Made up of seven new original records, Save Me finds Future going in completely solo over the EP’s duration. The project was originally previewed and teased earlier this week, with Future taking to Instagram to introduce the effort. Sonically, this latest offering from Future unfolds like a well-rounded showcase of his most recognizable styles. Notably, Enfants Riches Déprimés founder and designer Henri Alexander Levy is also responsible for Save Me Up‘s artwork and visuals.
Kembe X, Jay Rock, Ab-Soul & Zaacari – “Raised A Fool”
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In the three years since Kembe X released his debut studio album Talk Back, the talented rapper has been relatively quiet on the new music front, having only dropped one lone solo single — 2018’s “Exclamation.” Now, Kembe X is back with his biggest release since 2016: “Raised A Fool.” Notably, “Raised A Fool” features Jay Rock, Ab-Soul and Zacari; it’s already impressive enough when an underground artist lands a coveted TDE feature, but Kembe X pulling in three on one record is quite the feat.
Meek Mill – “Oodles O’Noodles Babies”
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Meek Mill revisits his most recent full-length studio album Championships for a powerful new music video. Linking up with renowned director Will Ngo, the Philadelphia rapper provides the visual component for Championships fan-favorite “Oodles O’Noodles Babies.”
Big K.R.I.T. – “K.R.I.T. HERE”
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Big K.R.I.T. is revealing plans to release a new studio album known as K.R.I.T. IZ HERE, following a theme he started with his 2010 mixtape K.R.I.T. WUZ HERE. To introduce the LP, the down-south champion is serving up its lead single, the Camper-produced “K.R.I.T. HERE.” K.R.I.T.’s last major project came in the form of a three-part EP series, which he turned into a compilation album and released earlier this year. K.R.I.T. IZ HERE will hit streaming services and similar platforms later this year, and will continue its creator’s current independent streak.
GoldLink, Tyler, The Creator & Jay Prince – “U Say”
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On June 12, GoldLink will release Diaspora, the full-length follow-up to his 2017 project At What Cost. Further supporting Diaspora, the DMV represenative unelashes the LP’s biggest single yet: a funky, dancefloor-tailored collaboration with Tyler, The Creator and Jay Prince titled “U Say.” GoldLink previously promoted Diaspora with a lead single known as “Joke Ting.”
Gloss Gang – Money Brower Respect 2
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Brooklyn group Gloss Gang served up their first mixtape in 2014, Money Brower Respect. Five years later, the East Coast crew are back with their full-length follow-up, Money Brower Respect 2. Gloss Gang’s Money Brower Respect 2 LP features 12 new tracks, and boasts production from Harry Fraud and others. Notably, this project comes to us via Payday Records.
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