New Releases

HYFIN presents five essential releases this week that showcase the breadth of contemporary music. Smino delivers a polished hip-hop album, Shabaka explores jazz fusion landscapes, Apollo Brown & CRIMEAPPLE unite for a classic hip-hop offering, Elmiene addresses global concerns through soul music, and Brian Nasty crafts a personal narrative through rap and film. Smino - Maybe in Nirvana St. Louis's sonic architect returns with a concise yet potent 10-track journey […]

HYFIN's weekly roundup brings you ten essential new releases that span the musical spectrum. 070 Shake explores new sonic territory with "Petrichor," while Mary J. Blige returns with "Gratitude." Adrian Younge presents "Linear Labs: São Paulo," FLO debuts with "Access All Areas," and Cordae shares "The Crossroads." The week's offerings include Jon Batiste's "Beethoven Blues," Pa Salieu's "Afrikan Alien," Cavalier & Child Actor's "Cine," a 20th-anniversary edition of MF DOOM's […]

This week's HYFIN's must-listen new albums showcase an incredible range of artistic innovation and genre-defying music. Tyler, the Creator returns with his most experimental work "Chromokopia." EarthGang explores AI's impact on society in their Japanese-inspired "Perfect Fantasy." Freddie Gibbs surprises fans with the introspective "You Only Die 1nce," and Tuxedo brings back their signature funk on "Tuxedo IV." Lil Uzi Vert continues their cosmic journey with "Eternal Atake 2," while […]

This week's must-listen new albums offer something for everyone: Megan Thee Stallion returns with a star-studded deluxe edition featuring unexpected collaborations across genres; British-Sudanese artist Elmiene delivers soul-stirring R&B on "Anyway I Can"; bassist Anna Butterss crafts a genre-bending journey through afrobeat and jazz on "Mighty Vertebrate"; Irish rapper Rejjie Snow explores global sounds on his Brazil-influenced "PEACE 2 DA WORLD"; Buffalo's Che Noir showcases her dual talents as rapper-producer […]

HYFIN's 12 must-listen new albums of the week for October 18, 2024, offer a vibrant tapestry of sounds, showcasing the diversity and innovation in contemporary music. This week's releases span genres from hip-hop and R&B to electronic and jazz, featuring established artists and exciting new talents. From the youthful exuberance of J.P.'s "School Dance" EP to the introspective depth of Joy Oladokun's "Observations From a Crowded Room," we're treated to […]

As we kick off October, HYFIN brings you a diverse lineup of must-hear new releases for the week of October 4, 2024. This week's selection spans genres and showcases both established artists and rising stars. From Yasmin Williams' innovative acoustic guitar work on "Acadia" to Tee Grizzley's introspective hip-hop on "Post Traumatic," and from Leon Bridges' soulful confessions on "Leon" to Victoria Monét's expanded R&B offerings on "JAGUAR II: Deluxe," […]

This week brings a diverse array of releases from both established and emerging artists across various genres. From Mustafa's introspective debut "Dunya" to Bilal's genre-bending "Adjust Brightness," Tommy Richman's buzzworthy "COYOTE," Mickey Guyton's boundary-pushing country album "House on Fire," TSHA's nostalgic electronic journey "Sad Girl," and Ezra Collective's dance-floor celebration "Dance, No One's Watching," September 27, 2024, offers a rich tapestry of musical experiences. Let's dive into some of the […]

This week's new releases offer a diverse palette of sounds, from jazz odysseys to hip-hop masterpieces. Nubya Garcia takes us on a genre-bending journey with "Odyssey," while BLACKSTARKIDS delivers nostalgic indie hip-hop on "Saturn Dayz." The Alchemist drops another producer showcase with "The Genuine Articulate," and Blu & Exile returns with their thoughtful hip-hop on "Love (the) Ominous World." Future revisits his roots with "Mixtape Pluto," MC Lyte makes a […]

HYFIN's must-listen new albums for the week of September 6, 2024, offer an eclectic mix of sounds from veteran artists and fresh voices alike. From Toro y Moi's genre-bending experiment to LL Cool J's star-studded comeback, Amadou & Mariam's career retrospective, G Herbo's lighter turn, Laila!'s debut, and James Bangura's electronic EP, there's something for every music enthusiast this week. Toro y Moi - "Hole Erth" Chaz Bear's eighth studio […]