With the endless onslaught of new music every Friday it’s hard to keep up with all the new releases. We’ve curated the essential new albums and projects out today for you to check out.

Billie Eilish – Happier Than Ever

The multi-award-winning singer releases her sophomore album, produced by her brother FINNEAS.

John Glacier – SHILOH: Lost For Words

Enigmatic London based artist John Glacier shares her debut project, SHILOH: Lost For Words, A 12-track collection of shapeshifting rap music executive produced by Vegyn.

Skepta – All In

In what Skepta has hinted will be his last music project, he’s enlisted help from overseas recruited Kid Cudi on ‘Peace of Mind’ and showcased across five tracks he is more than a grime MC.

Isaiah Rashad – The House Is Burning

The TDE rapper makes his long-awaited full length return following a slew of singles. The House Is Burning sees Rashad link up with Lil Uzi Vert, Smino, Jay Rock and more.

Nnic – Slow Motion Fantasy

Electronic neo-soul artist Nnic -shares her debut EP ‘Slow Motion Fantasy’, made up three genre-defying tracks.

MINDS V/A

Belfast-based collective releases the MINDS Compilation raising funds for PIPS Hope & Support featuring a slew of acts from across the island.

Click here to purchase the compilation on Bandcamp.

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