The theme of March was wait no more after several long-awaited rap albums finally saw the light of day, including Playboi Carti’s Music and Lil Durk’s Deep Thoughts. April does a bit of the same with a famous stoner dropping a much-anticipated rap sequel. There’s also a West Coast rapper who’s been a bit quieter these last few months making a return, a Louisiana native delivering more of his southern swag with a new release and plenty more albums over the next 30 days.
Wiz Khalifa Returns With Long-Awaited Sequel Kush + Orange Juice 2
Celebrating a monumental anniversary in rap usually means there’s new music to soundtrack the occasion, and Wiz Khalifa does just that with the release of his longed-for sequel, Kush + Orange Juice 2. In 2010, the Pittsburgh, Pa. native delivered the first edition of the lauded mixtape during rap’s Blog Era, when some of hip-hop’s greats like J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar thrived. The last few months have found Wiz recalling the feel-good sounds of that era by serving up consistent freestyles.
To honor the 15th anniversary of Kush & Orange Juice, Wiz brings his usual smoked-out energy and kicks it up a notch for part two. The 23-track project includes the reggae-tinged vibes of “Hit It Once,” reminiscent of his K&O track “Still Blazin'” featuring Alborosie, the Gunna-assisted “5 Star” and the mellow grooves of “Hide It” featuring Don Toliver. Get lifted when Kush + Orange Juice 2 the album arrives April 18.
Roddy Ricch Hits Rap’s Open Seas With The Navy Album
Roddy Ricch is back to feed the streets with his third LP, The Navy Album. Good things come to those who wait, which is the type of time Roddy seems to be on with this release. The Compton, Calif. rapper has been teasing the effort since last year. While the initial December release date came and went without the new album, he informed fans that same month it would arrive in 2025. While Roddy hasn’t flooded the internet with new music since then, the few singles leading into the album’s release are substantial.
“Survivor’s Remorse,” produced by Turbo Tha Great, Terrace Martin and Omar Grand, features Roddy addressing “falling off,” opening up about kicking the cup and showing love to his dogs in the pen over melancholy keys. Roddy’s stellar songwriting shines on “Lonely Road” featuring producer Terrace Martin playing the sax. Grateful for the path he’s on now, he croons while asking God for direction as he tries to shake off the Satan’s voice. Roddy Ricch’s The Navy Album sets sail April 25.
Kool Brown Brings the BRNZ (Bronze) Home With New EP
Louisiana is home to some of hip-hop’s most intriguing rappers, specifically those coming out of Baton Rouge: Boosie BadAzz, Kevin Gates and YoungBoy Never Broke Again, to name a few. Calling home to the same storied city, Kool Brown has been building his own respected legacy just like those artists. The 26-year-old rapper’s catalog includes more than 10 projects, which he’ll add to this month when he unveils his latest EP, BRNZ (pronounced Bronze).
Kool Brown, formerly known as Caleb Brown, dropped the effort’s first single, “Vice City Stories,” in March. He slows things down on the guitar-licked track to send a few key messages to the women he’s dealing with. “Keep your people out our business,” he raps. “A cold world don’t f**k with how we livin’.” The people won’t have to wait long for him to put out more music. BRNZ debuts April 4.
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