April might be coming to a close, but the summer’s just beginning – and the music scene keeps heating up. For this week’s New Music Friday, a slew of our favorite musicians released fresh new tracks, albums, and EPs. 

Former Fifth Harmony star Normani’s debut album has been a long time coming, but after a five-year wait, DOPAMINE is nigh… Her first single on the record channels the Aaliyah vibes the pop star has become increasingly known for.

Yung Bleu, Nascent, and PARTYNEXTDOOR dropped their latest albums, which includes dozens of new tracks to bless your earbuds and special guests that hip-hop fans will love.

Tems, Durand Bernarr, and VINCINT’s smooth vocals are like a warm hug on their lush new songs, which capture the hopefulness of romance.

Ready, set, play. And save a few for your playlists while you’re at it. 

1:59 - Normani, Gunna

Nostalgic, mid-tempo, and bass-heavy, Normani has finally returned to the music scene. Alongside the release of her highly anticipated single “1:59,” Normani has also announced the date of her upcoming debut album. DOPAMINE is set to release on June 14th.

F o r C e r t a i n - PARTYNEXTDOOR

Bedroom R&B sensation PARTYNEXTDOOR just dropped his fourth studio album and the seductive music video for the afrobeat-inspired track “FOR CERTAIN.”

Love Me JeJe - Tems

Joyous and uplifting, Tems is ready to be loved the right way on her newest track. The Nigerian star’s latest music gives fans a hint of what to expect from her highly-anticipated upcoming album. 

Playhouxe - remember me

The DMV-based alt-rap group released their album, "remember me," that's reminiscent of the good ole days of early 2000's party music.

Spinnin These Blocks - Nascent, BJ The Chicago Kid, Maxo Kream, and Paul Wall

Hip-hop legends Paul Wall, Maxo Kream, and BJ The Chicago Kid are all “Spinnin These Blocks” in their feature on R&B star Nascent’s new track. He also released his reflective sophomore album, “Don’t Grow Up Too Soon.”

Hitchhiker - tobi lou, FARADA

“Who taking me home tonight?” Genre-bending rap star tobi lou needs a ride and a lover on his new track, “Hitchhiker” featuring FARADA.

Unknown - Durand Bernarr

“I just want to groove with you/ not too fast not too slow.” R&B star Durand Bernarr supplies the old school vocals and sensual 70s vibes on “Unknown,” complete with a sexy guitar solo in the bridge. 

“Reading The Room” - Yung Bleu

Rapper Yung Bleu flexes his money and skills on his latest, aligning with the release of his introspective new album “Jeremy, " the rapper’s government name. 

LEAN - VINCINT

Pop singer-songwriter VINCINT is at his most vulnerable yet in his euphoric new dance track, “Lean,” where he asks a lover to open their heart. 

Listen to the playlist here, and keep an eye out for next week’s playlist.