Odunsi (The Engine) – Everything You Heard Is True
On May 13th, Odunsi The Engine dropped a seven-track EP called “Everything You Heard Is True.” The high-energy EP is a mix of R&B, alternative and African music. The brand-new project features Amaarae, Deto Black, Gigi Atlantis and Maison2500.
Best Tracks: luv in a mosh, body count, shuga rush
Caleborate – Sparks in the Studio
Caleborate released a short five-track EP last week titled, “Sparks in the Studio.” In a video addressed to his fans on Twitter, Caleborate also announced that he has a full-length album on the way and this EP isn’t the “main entree.” The EP has features from K1D, Chandler Broom, Shane Eagle and Donte Thomas.
Best tracks: PAST 10, Gemini, Right Here
Future – High Off Life
Everyone’s favorite toxic king is back with his eighth studio album “High Off Life.” The album boasts verses from Lil Uzi Vert, Drake, Travis Scott and Young Thug, among others. Future continues to unapologetically rap about his wealth, past traumas and toxic relationships on “High Off Life.” He makes it clear that he does what he wants and has no shame about it.
Best Tracks: Touch The Sky, Hard To Choose One, All Bad
Polo G – THE GOAT
Polo G raps about his struggles in the past and celebrates his newfound success on his sophomore album “THE GOAT.” The Chicago native has matured in the year since his previous album “Die A Legend,” and his lyricism and melodies make him stand out.
Best Tracks: Heartless, Flex, 21
Deante Hitchcock – BETTER
After releasing multiple mixtapes and EP’s Deante Hitchcock has finally dropped his debut album “BETTER.” Hitchcock offers soulful and deep songs, such as “How TF” and “Shadowman’s Interlude,” but he isn’t afraid to get buck on tracks like “Gimme Yo Money.” The album includes impressive appearances from JID, 6lack, Miguel and Young Nudy and was produced entirely by Brandon Phillips Taylor.
Best Tracks: Attitude, Gimme Yo Money, Growing Up/Mother God