New Music Friday: Normani, Quavo, Stonebwoy, And BossMan Dlow Deliver New Heat To Start Off The Weekend
It’s Friday, a good day to get in tune with new music to start your weekend. Former Fifth Harmony star Normani finally released her highly anticipated debut solo album, DOPAMINE, today (June 14). Quavo and BossMan Dlow blessed us with another hit.
Ghana’s finest also came through this week. King Promise released his third studio album, True To Self, while Stonebwoy dropped another summer anthem.
LL COOL J also made his return to music with a new single that features Rick Ross and Fat Joe.
Check out all of this week’s New Music Friday picks.
Normani - 'DOPAMINE'
DOPAMINE is Normani's first full-length project since Fifth Harmony’s break up in 2018. The 13-track album includes singles "Wild Side" ft. Cardi B and "1:59" ft. Gunna. James Blake is also a collaborator on it.
Quavo - “Mink”
Huncho just released his latest single "Mink," accompanied by a music video. The song showcases his sharp lyrics and his iconic adlibs over a blend of orchestral melodies and hard-hitting 808s.
LL COOL J - "Saturday Night Special" ft. Rick Ross and Fat Joe
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee just made his return to music with the release of this new song, accompanied by a visual. With the help of fellow rappers Rick Ross and Fat Joe, LL COOL J can be heard describing the harsh realities and intricate dynamics of life including the code of ethics that governs it.
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BossMan Dlow - “SportsCenter”
“SportsCenter” is BossMan Dlow’s latest installment since his mixtape, Mr Beat The Road, debuted at No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart.Spice - "2085 Tea"
The queen of Dancehall just released one of her most controversial singles yet. The track showcases Spice’s unique sound while she drops the “tea” on her personal life, revealing some of the darkest moments she’s endured within the past few years.
Timbaland and N3WYRKLA - “CH3RRY”
This Timbaland-produced single incorporates a series of slick instrumentals, from plucky acoustic and electronic riffs to futuristic synth work, combined with N3WYRKLA’s intoxicating vocal prowess. The catchy hook is the cherry on top.
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Stonebwoy - “Your Body”
The afro-dancehall superstar is back with another summer banger. "Your Body" combines reggae, R&B, and pop melodies over Stonebwoy's smooth voice as he effortlessly switches between singing and rapping.King Promise - 'True To Self'
With his third studio album, King Promise is back with new vibes and an even bigger vision. It balances lyrics about his inspirational journey to stardom, struggles, and love life, along with fun summer tracks that’ll have you glued to the dance floor. Fridayy, Sarkodie, Shallipopi, Ladipoe, and FAVE are among the many artists featured on this 11-track project.
Forest Claudette - "Moonlight"
This single is inspired by the Academy Award-winning film Moonlight. It channels the movie's coming-of-age imagery and pairs it with a deep groove to create a smooth and cathartic experience for the listeners.
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SwaVay - 'Billy'
The EP is a heartfelt exploration of blended hip-hop and R&B sounds that showcase the rapper’s versatility and emotional depth. With tracks like “ALL MY FRIENDS” and “EVERYTHING,” you can hear how SwaVay combines his smooth melodies and raw lyrics to create a compelling love and longing narrative. You can hear the range and vulnerability in his voice.
ShineTTW - 'The Chosen One'
This is the rising singer’s debut EP. The project reflects ShineTTW’s afro-sentio style, a distinctive twist on Afrobeats, R&B, and pop music that offers a chill, sensual, and enthralling listening experience. The Chosen One is a story of ShineTTW’s journey and declaration of who he is as an artist.
