In the first single following ‘everything’s going to be alright,’ Hoosh forgoes the melancholy expelled on the debut project. He still sings of anxiety on “Commas,” but with the confidence it’s born of a path he’s chosen.
Why We Like It: Jaywop’s “Red Water” Ft. Mick Jenkins & Donte Thomas
One of CentralSauce’s most tenured featured artists returns, this time with a new track featuring Mick Jenkins and Donte Thomas. “Red Water” by Jaywop sees the artist’s laid-back style alongside an ambitious drive to create.
Why We Like It: Unorthodocks & Solute’s “B.A.M.N.” Ft. Various Jones
Unorthodocks, Solute and Various Jones create a skillful, blissful track through the rejection of maximalism. By focusing on exactly what the track does best, “B.A.M.N.” has a clear-cut identity and filling presentation.
Why We Like It: Noah’s “Moving Different”
On the first single from his debut record, “Moving Different,” Noah of CXR makes a compelling case for his versatile and energetic style.
Why We Like It: Off Topic’s “Threat”
On his chilly new single, New Jersey emcee Off Topic intimidates with ease over an uneasy beat. “Threat” is grimy, lo-fi and heavy with the rhymes.
Why We Like It: Diz’s “One Step Closer”
Diz basks in his journey towards fulfilling his purpose. Art is a reflection and the reflection of “One Step Closer” is the artist finding that purpose.
Why We Like It: Max Swan’s “Shackles”
On “Shackles,” his ambitious R&B track, Max Swan fuses incisive introspection with a dense and soaring arrangement.
Why We Like It: Renee Stormz’s “Rise Above”
Renee Stormz basks in confidence, exorcising her pain with “Rise Above.” Her flow is unbreakable over a beat that trickles through speakers.
Why We Like It: Noha Saré’s “Head Held High”
On “Head Held High,” Amsterdam’s Noha Saré deepens her signature brand of unsettling-yet-headstrong R&B.
Why We Like It: Adeline’s “Stages” Ft. KAMAUU
Through a calm authority, Adeline expresses her freedom. “Stages” is an easy-going R&B song with a groovy bassline and a rapped verse from KAMAUU.