DopeNation — Ghanapiano
Amapiano’s influence continues to spread across the continent, and DopeNation wants Ghana to join the party. On their new seven-track EP with features from Sarkodie and Medikal, the twin-brother duo introduces a new sound, aptly dubbed Ghanapiano, fusing the South African genre with distinctly Ghanaian sounds and elements.
Realbleeda — D.A.E
Since being named one of 10 Rappers You Should Know last October and dropping his debut project Life of a Bleeda a few months later, Realbleeda has been one of Baton Rouge rap’s hottest names. D.A.E, his second project of the year, continues refining his take on the sound—elastic vocals, bouncy production, simmering ferocity—that’s been dominating his city over the last few years.
AMAKA — OASIS
Even if you’re only just getting hip to AMAKA, there’s a good chance you’ve been witnessing her dynamic presence over the last few years. Performing as one-half of R&B sister duo VanJess since 2015, the Nigeria-born singer recently stepped into her own as a solo artist. OASIS is her debut project—produced entirely by KAYTRANADA, it’s an entrancing glimpse into an avant-garde realm of afro-futurism.
Leon Thomas — Electric Dusk
Leon Thomas is a generational talent. Spending his early career laying a foundation on Broadway and in Hollywood, it wasn’t until 2012 the GRAMMY-winning artist began focusing heavily on his music career. After years of honing his craft behind the scenes, penning and producing hits for music’s most prominent pop icons (Ariana Grande, Post Malone, Kehlani) he arrives with his debut album, Electric Dusk, an eclectic blend of R&B, pop, and rock elements.
Hadji Gaviota — wallflower
Hadji Gaviota is a master of metamorphosis, committed to crafting music that deliberately defies any resemblance to his prior endeavors. wallflower sees the Queens artist delve into the anxieties of everyday life—smoking weed that’s too strong, insecurities from overeating—over a backdrop of hyperpop, hip-hop, electronic and more.
