Photo Credit Declaime and Madlib

This week’s list of new albums include a new albums from G Herbo, Peezy, singer Laura Mvula, and more.

The era of streaming has made finding new music a full-time job. With every week there’s new albums, deluxe editions of older albums, new EPs, re-issues, vinyl releases, and more. That’s why every New Music Friday here at Okayplayer, we round up the best new releases from your favorite artists as well as newcomers.

This weekend is July 4th, so we’re a little light on releases. But there is still plenty to sink your teeth into. Chicago MC G Herbo drops his new album 25; Declaime and Madlib release a selection of loosies from the ’90s; Nas releases an expanded version of his classic sophomore album, It Was Written; Laura Mvula drops an ode to ’80s music; and more.

Stream all your favorites as well as any new artists that stand out below.

G Herbo — 25

Photo Credit: Machine Entertainment Group / Republic Records

Declaime & Madlib — In The Beginning Vol. 1

Photo Credit: DJ Design

Nas — It Was Written (Expanded Edition)

Photo Credit: Sony Music Entertainment

Yungeen Ace — Life of Betrayal 2x

Photo Credit: Cinematic Music Group

Brooks — Who The Hell Is Brooks?

Photo Credit: OinkBoyz

Peezy — Free Rio

Photo Credit: #Boyz Entertainment/ Empire

Obijuan & Philanthrope — Saxred Gin

Photo Credit: Bad Taste

Young Buck — 40 Days and 40 Nights

Photo Credit: Cashville Records

Laura Mvula — Pink Noise

Photo Credit: Warner Music UK

SURF GANG — Sgv1

Photo Credit: Surf Gang

Fenix Flexin — Fenix Flexin Vol. 1

Photo Credit: Atlantic Records

YN Jay — Coochie Chronicles

Photo Credit: YN Records