Welcome to Rap Weekly 131: Kush + Orange Juice . Every Monday, we’ll take you into the world of rap and summarise the most exciting news, announcements and can’t-miss stories. Find out everything you need to know in one place. We only write about the best, so you get the best rap delicacies on a golden platter. Kush + Orange Juice 2 by Wiz Khalifa is a sequel to the classic, an ode to rap perfect for smoking, full of star guests. Pinball II by MIKE & Tony Seltzer will be released on May 7. The duo has revealed the cover and tracklist and released the pilot music video. Young Thug’s spectacular return to the scene is imminent; the rapper has announced the album UY Scuti and launched pre-orders. Mos Def, Erykah Badu, Armand Hammer, a new drum kit, and a tour with Boldy James. There’s a lot going on around The Alchemist; let’s recap. Dylan Gray takes you into the dark places of British society with the same virtuosity and a touch of magic as Andrea Arnold. Forty by Blu & August Fanon is about vulnerability, humility, and the joy of having lived to the point where one understands what true value is. All this and much more in Rap Weekly.

Welcome to Rap Weekly 130: Papaholic. Every Monday, we’ll take you into the world of rap and summarise the most exciting news, announcements and can’t-miss stories. Find out everything you need to know in one place. We only write about the best, so you get the best rap delicacies on a golden platter. Papaholic, Vol. 1 is a banger that carries with it the typical signature of the duo Papo2oo4 & Subjxct 5: raw beats, a sense of timing, and natural wit. Nas, Slick Rick, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, De La Soul, Big L and Mobb Deep will release new records this year as part of the Legend Has It series. Wow. Kendrick Lamar & SZA have released a breathtaking music video for the song luther. This is the top rap league. AJ Tracey reminds us that a new album is coming. The video for Friday Prayer (feat. Headie One & Aitch) is building up giant anticipation. Passport Rav & Tre Eiht take you on a journey out of a reality that burns, hurts and limits you on Escape Artist. This is an escape through understanding and pain. The album Stadium Lo Champions brings together Raz Fresco, rapper, thinker and voice of a generation, and Futurewave, producer, who relies on precision and atmosphere instead of pomp. All this and much more in Rap Weekly.

Welcome to Rap Weekly 129: New Blood. Every Monday, we’ll take you into the world of rap and summarise the most exciting news, announcements and can’t-miss stories. Find out everything you need to know in one place. We only write about the best, so you get the best rap delicacies on a golden platter. NEW BLOOD by Obijuan, aka the new generation of rap myths. The Bahamian rapper has released another monumental work of art. “The everyday experiences that blur the lines between the real and the unreal.” Aesop Rock has announced a new album; check out the pilot music video. Tha Carter VI will be released on June 6. Lil Wayne has released a trailer and merch for the anticipated album. Boldy James, Detroit’s indomitable storyteller, and V Don, master of atmospheric beats, deliver a project where each track feels like a new chapter in the chronicle of life on the edge. Passion as chaos. Rico Nasty has released a music video for ON THE LOW. All this and much more in Rap Weekly.

Welcome to Rap Weekly 128: The essence of New York. Every Monday, we’ll take you into the world of rap and summarise the most exciting news, announcements and can’t-miss stories. Find out everything you need to know in one place. We only write about the best, so you get the best rap delicacies on a golden platter. PIFF by Lord Sko is the essence of contemporary New York. The new Mobb Deep album is coming. Besides Havoc and The Alchemist, Nas is also involved in the creation of the album. Now or Never by Brigade USA explores the creative journey of making something out of nothing. The film features music by YL, Starker, Papo2oo4, Subjxct5, and Lord Unknown. Chaos of the postmodern age: Playboi Carti has released a music video for the song FOMDJ. Talking To by Chip and Scorcher is a hard-hitting grime banger that will get you out of your chair. Crimeapple proves on Jaguar On Palisade 3 that he is a great storyteller who can retell situations that would seem too raw even for the movie screen. All this and much more in Rap Weekly.

Welcome to Rap Weekly 127: Tell Dem It’s Sunny. Every Monday, we’ll take you into the world of rap and summarise the most exciting news, announcements and can’t-miss stories. Find out everything you need to know in one place. We only write about the best, so you get the best rap delicacies on a golden platter. TELL DEM IT’S SUNNY is a psychedelic odyssey through the heart and mind of Greentea Pen, combining elements of trip-hop, jazz, R’n’B’, soul, funk, and rap. Boldy James is unstoppable. He will soon release two new records, one with Antt Beatz and the other with Real Bad Man. Erykah Badu is working on her first album in 15 years. It is produced by the one and only The Alchemist. Che Noir understands that strength comes with vulnerability. On Seeds In Babylon, she reflects on powerful themes like motherhood with masterful artistry. Doing things consciously, with interest and enthusiasm: Did You Enjoy Your Time Here? PremRock knows the answer. From The Private Collection of Saba and NO ID is an album that opens your eyes, shows you different perspectives, and isn’t afraid to go deep. All this and much more in Rap Weekly.