New Music Spotlight | 13.12.21

13 December 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.

RICK ROSS – “RICHER THAN I'VE EVER BEEN”

With Rick Ross’ latest album, “Richer Than I’ve Ever Been”, the hip hop legend stays true to his roots. The 12-track release is a combination of old-school beats and Ross’ trademark flow, with the rapper’s self-made status and wealth brought to the forefront.

EARL SWEATSHIRT FEAT. ARMAND HAMMER – “TABULA RASA"

Earl Sweatshirt teases his forthcoming project, “Sick”, with “Tabula Rasa”: a collaborative track with underground duo Armand Hammer. The single is a blend of a relaxed, soulful instrumental with intricate and poetic lyrics.

RZA & FLATBUSH ZOMBIES - “PLUG ADDICTS”

Wu-Tang legend RZA partners with Flatbush Zombies to create “Plug Addicts”. The track sees each rapper lean in on their shared love of dark lyricism, with gritty verses traded against a gloomy instrumental.

INNERINNERLIFE – "R U OK?"

innerinnerlife makes his debut on Eastern Nurseries with “R U OK?”: a five-track release that showcases a genre-defying approach to production. The project is one underpinned by serenity and optimism, combining luscious ambient pads, trance piano melodies and avant-pop structures.

TAME IMPALA – “NO CHOICE”

With Tame Impala’s latest single, “No Choice”, Kevin Parker delves deeper into his signature psychedelic sound. The track, which is set to release as part of the extended version of “The Slow Rush”, pairs Parker’s serene and hazy vocals with layered and upbeat instrumentals.