New Music Spotlight | 30.08.21

30 August 2021

Shining a light on some of the hottest new music to drop over the course of the past week, END. select their top five musical moments for your listening pleasure.

KANYE WEST - "DONDA"

Dropping his highly anticipated tenth album, "Donda", Kanye West takes us on a journey across the album's 27 tracks. Named after his mother, the full-length features a plethora of guest features, exhibiting West's ever-present position as one of hip-hop's premier stars.

BLACK MARBLE - "CEILING"

The second single from Black Marble's upcoming album "Fast Idol", "Ceiling" sees Chris Stewart deliver his trademark blend of infectious synth pop melodies, washed out vocals and catchy lyrics.

BABY KEEM - "FAMILY TIES (WITH KENDRICK LAMAR)"

Joining forces with Kendrick Lamar, Baby Keem's latest single "Family Ties" sees the Californian rapper embed himself further and further within the upper echelons of rap. Driven by a horn sample, simple trap beat provide a backing to the 20-year old, while multiple beat changes keep you on your toes.

GORILLAZ - "MEANWHILE EP"

Following on from last year's "Song Machine" album, Gorillaz return with a three-track EP, "Meanwhile". Featuring guest spots from AJ Tracey, Jelani Blackman, Barrington Levy and Alicai Harley, the release celebrates the infamous Notting Hill Carnival and West London.

KEHLANI - "CLOUD 19"

Hot on the heels of 2020's "It Was Good Until It Wasn't", Kehlani returns with a 7-track offering, "Cloud 19". Building on her status as one of modern R&B's premier voices, the singer delivers a soulful and passionate EP, complete with a guest spot from Kyle Dion.