Music Weekly Round Up: PARTYNEXTDOOR, Ari Lennox, Joyner Lucas & MORE
‘PARTYMOBILE’: PARTYNEXTDOOR
GENRE: R&B/Soul
PND’s newest album ‘PARTYMOBILE’ has finally arrived with some of PND’s signature r&b sounds that are laced with brutally honest lyrics; while also dabbling in his Caribbean roots. One of the most exciting takeaways from the new album is Rihanna hopping on “Believe It”. Rihanna’s appearance on Party’s album is her first musical release since 2017; the new song has already been climbing up the charts since its Friday debut!
ALBUM FAVES: “Eye On It”, “Believe It”, “Another Day”, “Savage Anthem”
‘Shea Butter Baby (Remix EP)’: Ari Lennox
GENRE: R&B/Soul
Ari Lennox has gifted fans with an even better version of three songs from her debut album, “Shea Butter Baby”. Ari recruited Doja Cat, Smino, and Durand Bernarr to remix “BMO”, “I Been”, and “FaceTime”. Ari’s selection of artists to add to her remix EP are absolutely perfect, the new additions elevate tracks that were already incredibly packed with soul.
EP FAVES: “BMO” ft. Doja Cat
‘ADHD’: Joyner Lucas
GENRE: Hip Hop/Rap
Joyner Lucas’ first album goes hard from the commencement of his “I Lied” intro to the very last track “Broke and Stupid”. Joyner’s hunger isn’t going everywhere and he makes it clear that he’s coming for heads no matter what trauma he faces. ‘ADHD’ proclaims a dream achieved through the darkness.
ALBUM FAVES: “Devil’s Work”, ”Gold Mine”, “Finally”, “Revenge”
‘CALM’: 5 Seconds of Summer
GENRE: Pop
5SOS, the Australian pop-rock band has released an LP that pushes both pop and rock boundaries. The quartet delivers tracks that are honest and stripped down. ‘CALM’ is a such a strong offering for 5SOS’ fourth studio album. If you’re a lover of good music and musicians no matter the genre, you should listen to this album now.
ALBUM FAVES: “Red Desert”, “Old Me”, “Easier”
“Turks”: NAV ft. Travis Scott & Gunna
GENRE: Hip Hop/Rap
NAV’s new single “Turks” was first teased earlier this year in January at a party in the club in Toronto. Now the song has officially premiered with Gunna and Travis Scott. Check it out below.
‘Future Nostalgia’: Dua Lipa
GENRE: Pop
Dua Lipa’s new album ‘Future Nostalgia’ is funky and filled with influences of disco music. ‘Future Nostalgia’ just feels right and makes you want to get up and dance. Well done Dua!
ALBUM FAVES: “Don’t Start Now”, “Cool’, “Levitate”, “Hallucinate”, “Love Again”
‘Twenty/20 Pyrex Vision’: Jeezy
GENRE: Hip Hop/Rap
Jeezy dropped a surprise project entitled, ‘Twenty/20 Pyrex Vision’. The new project was completely produced by Shawty Redd; check it out down below.
ALBUM FAVES: “Keep Going”
“Superstar”: 24hrs & Ty Dolla $ign
GENRE: R&B/Soul
“Superstar” is the second single off of 24hrs and DJ Drama’s upcoming full release ‘12 AM In Atlanta’. The collaboration is upbeat and utilizes 24hrs manipulation of auto-tune.
“When I Want To”: Jacob Latimore
GENRE: R&B/Soul
Jacob self released “When I Want To” straight to YouTube with a video directed by Serayah on Thursday night. “When I Want To” is grown and sexy with some explicit lyrics clearly setting up the vibes for #QuarantineAndChill.
‘Insomnia’: Skepta, Chip & Young Adz
GENRE: Hip Hop/Rap
Skepta, Chip & Young Adz just released their first joint album ‘Insomnia’. The London raised artists have finally come together for a full length project; where they pleasantly compliment the differences in flows and styles of one another.
ALBUM FAVES: “Mains”, “St Tropez”, “High Road”
‘TAKE TIME’: Givēon
GENRE: R&B/Soul
Givēon’s EP is simply beautiful. The uniqueness of Givēon’s tone and impressive vocal range paired with his vulnerable lyrics are both relatable and soothing.
EP FAVES: “The Beach”, “Favorite Mistake” “This Ain’t Love”, “Heartbreak Anniversary”
“Do The Most”: Tory Lanez
GENRE: Hip Hop/Rap
Tory’s latest release is yet another track that presents a braggadocious Tory expertly switching between heavy bars and singing over a heavy hitting beat to match. This new track is perfect to keep the energy levels up for those of us that are at home quarantined.
“Banana Split”: Murda Beatz & YNW Melly ft. Lil Durk
GENRE: Hip Hop/Rap
Whenever you hear “Murda on the beat so its not nice” or “Murda on the beat”, you already know the song is bound to be good. “Murda Beatz” is the super producer behind some of your favorite artists’ songs. A few examples of hits Murda Beatz has produced are “Nice For What”, “Butterfly Effect”, and “MotorSport”. So play “Banana Split” below.