This New Music Friday release has something for every playlist. The lineup brings together Afrobeats, Ghanaian rap, South African hip-hop, American rap and rock.
From Lagos to Accra, Johannesburg and beyond, these are 10 releases to check out.
1. DJ Tunez — In Tunez We Trust Vol. 1
DJ Tunez’s nine-track project features Wizkid twice. The singer appears on “One Condition” with FOLA and “Easy With Me” with ODUMODUBLVCK. Khaid, Shoday and Tay Iwar are also listed among the featured artists. 
2. Zinoleesky — “Omo Ologo”
Zinoleesky returns with a new solo single titled “Omo Ologo.” The release adds to the singer’s growing catalogue of melodic street-pop records.
3. Kidd Carder and BNXN — “Oh My”
BNXN teams up with Kidd Carder on “Oh My,” bringing the Nigerian singer’s smooth delivery to another fresh collaboration.
4. Ayo Maff and Naira Marley — “Take Away”
Ayo Maff joins forces with Naira Marley on “Take Away,” a street-pop collaboration that brings together two different generations of Nigerian hitmakers.
5. Timaya — “Never”
Timaya returns with “Never,” a new solo single from the veteran Nigerian singer known for blending Afrobeats, dancehall and reggae influences.
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6. Sarkodie and Rémy Adan — “Nobody”
Ghanaian rap heavyweight Sarkodie teams up with Rémy Adan on “Nobody.” Sarkodie is also preparing his Deja Vu EP, scheduled for a later release.
7. Tshego and Nasty C — “HARD TO FIND”
South African artists Tshego and Nasty C collaborate on “HARD TO FIND,” adding a Johannesburg connection to this week’s African music lineup.
8. IDK, Eminem and J Dilla — “WELCOME”
In the United States, IDK and Eminem join forces on “WELCOME,” a track that also carries a production credit connected to the late hip-hop producer J Dilla.
9. U2 — Carnaval de Luz
U2 are scheduled to release their 12-track album Carnaval de Luz. The project includes “Torn,” featuring Dolly Parton, and marks the band’s return with a full album of new material.
10. Offset — GMFU
Offset’s 18-track album GMFU features Quavo, Don Toliver and Gunna among its guests. The project is expected to be one of the major global rap releases on the date.
From Afrobeats and street-pop to rap and rock, This new music Friday release offers plenty of new singles and albums to add to your weekend playlist.
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