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A month away, in this issue of the Best New Tracks column, we will review the music projects worthy of attention in the past two weeks together. There is no doubt that the most watched work recently is Pop Smoke’s second posthumous album “Faith”. As to whether it can replay the miracle of the first album “Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon”, it still needs Waiting for the test of the market; in addition, musicians such as John Mayer, Vince Staples, Rejjie Snow, G Herbo, IDK, Mariah the Scientist, Charlotte Day Wilson and Snoh Aalegra also have new works presented.
Pop Smoke – Faith
This week, we finally ushered in the second studio album “Faith” by the late Hip-hop musician Pop Smoke. With the support of many musicians including Kanye West, Pusha T, Future, Kid Cudi, Pharrell, Dua Lipa and Quavo, the new album presents a more varied form than “Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon”. In terms of production, 33 groups of producers including 808 Melo, Avenue Beatz and 2300 completed the album together, so in addition to Pop Smoke’s own iconic voice and melody, the overall album’s style changes are also more radical.
John Mayer – Sob Rock
Four years after “The Search For Everything” was released, John Mayer finally announced his return with his eighth studio album “Sob Rock”. In this album with 10 singles, John Mayer has integrated the most popular timbres and trends of the 1970s and 1980s into popular melody. While retaining his signature emotional expression, he presented a piece with Retro romantic album.
Vince Staples – Vince Staples
Vince Staples released his new studio album “Vince Staples” this week, bringing 10 new works in 20 minutes. This is Vince Staples’ first album since “FM!” in 2018. It is edited by Kenny Beats and participated by producers such as Reske, WahWah James and Monte Booker. The album focuses on his experience in Long Beach. While looking back on his past life, Vince Staples also expressed his gratitude to the people around him for helping him in the past and present.
Rejjie Snow – Baw Baw Black Sheep
Irish Hip-hop musician Rejjie Snow released his second studio album “Baw Baw Black Sheep” this week, and worked with musicians such as Tinashe, Snoh Aalegra, grouptherapy and the late MF DOOM on the album. Brings an album with a lazy atmosphere but full of rhythm. After three years, Rejjie Snow will also start his UK tour this fall.
G Herbo – 25
Following the blockbuster album “PTSD” released last year, G Herbo brought a new album “25” this week. The album’s luxurious lineup included names of hip-hop musicians such as 21 Savage, Gunna, Polo G, and The Kid LAROI, and a children’s choir was also invited. In this album, although there are still obvious shortcomings in the recording technology, G Herbo took his experience of mixing on the street as inspiration, and expressed strong introspection to create a series of singles with deep content.
IDK – USEE4YOURSELF
Another music project worthy of attention this week comes from Hip-hop musician IDK, who released a new album “USEE4YOURSELF”. In the new work, IDK shows his growth in music understanding since his first studio album “Is He Real” in 2019. The content of the album includes his reflection on his experience of becoming famous, his family life, and the challenges he encountered on the road to struggle. And difficulty.
Mariah the Scientist – RY RY WORLD
With a background in biology, the musician Mariah the Scientist has always had a trace of mystery, and her music has always been a manifestation of her experimental spirit. The 23-year-old Atlanta newcomer, in addition to the collaboration with Young Thug and Lil Baby in her second album “RY RY WORLD“, she also added many complex music forms to the music. In addition to the most sought-after step in pop culture sometimes, she also projects her attention to and draws inspiration from earlier pop music.
Charlotte Day Wilson – ALPHA
Charlotte Day Wilson finally released her first studio album “ALPHA” with 11 new works. In the album, Charlotte Day Wilson invited the participation of BADBADNOTGOOD, Daniel Caesar and Syd to create a quiet and gentle atmosphere for the album. “I only make the music I want to listen to, and I don’t want to add anything to the music that can encourage women to engage in rights movements. That is an action that should be normalized.” Charlotte Day Wilson said in a previous interview.
Snoh Aalegra – TEMPORARY HIGHS IN THE VIOLET SKIES
Two years later, Snoh Aalegra, a Swedish R&B female singer currently living in Los Angeles, returned with her third studio album “TEMPORARY HIGHS IN THE VIOLET SKIES”. Among the 15 new works, apart from the three songs with Tyler, The Creator and James Fauntleroy, the rest of the tracks were completed independently by her. In the rich sense of space, Snoh Aalegra’s voice, harmony and accompaniment are clearly layered, bringing a very comfortable and pleasing experience to the listeners.