You know what time it is: New Music Fridays, featuring this week’s most notable releases in hip hop. Check ’em out below:

Cakes Da Killa – Hedonism

Cakes Da Killa is a big figure in the LGBTQ rap scene (along with artists like Mykki Blanco and Le1f), and after a well-received mixtape run that’s paired him up with both Adult Swim and Mishka NYC, he’s returned with his first studio album, Hedonism. The ten-track album, available through his website, pairs the Englewood MC with artists like Peaches, Calore, LSDXOXO, and Noah Breakfast.

 

Dame D.O.L.L.A. – The Letter O

When he’s not the point guard for the Portland Trail Blazers, two time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard is teaming up with some of the biggest artists in hip hop as MC Dame D.O.L.L.A (short for Different on Levels the Lord Allows). His debut album, The Letter O, has been getting promotions from rappers and ballers alike, and pairs the Californian with Lil Wayne, Jamie Foxx, Raphael Saadiq, Juvenile, Marsha Ambrosious, and many more.

 

D.R.A.M. – Big Baby D.R.A.M.

D.R.A.M. had a strange start in the world of hip hop: the beat to his debut single, “Cha Cha”, got jacked by Drake and turned into “Hotline Bling”. The perpetually smiling Virginia native didn’t let this stop him, however, and rather than miring himself in legal battles with Drake, he forged ahead with the recognition accidentally given to him by the Toronto superstar. D.R.A.M. turned this notoriety into a blossoming career, and now has a double platinum single in “Broccoli”, appearances on songs with Chance the Rapper and Michael Christmas, and now a debut album with the most adorable cover art in rap history. Big Baby D.R.A.M. finds the singer/rapper working with Young Thug, Erykah Badu, Cardo, and Charlie Heat to create the fall’s sunniest album.

Far East Movement – Identity

In case you managed to forget that Far East Movement existed, they’ve returned with their first solo album in four years. The rap/EDM group that grew to quick fame with their single “Like A G6” released Identity today, which may have the years most unexpected mix of features: rappers Big K.R.I.T. and Soulja Boy, singers Tinahse and Candice Pillay, and a ton of K-Pop artists including Chanyeol and Jay Park all collaborated for the project.

 

Jay Prince – Smile Good

London rapper Jay Prince rose to acclaim last year for his excellent BeFor Our Time project, a nine track EP that showcased his soulful, jazz-heavy approach to hip hop. His latest project, Smile Good, pairs Prince up with Michael Christmas, Danny Seth, Raheaven, and Jordan Rakei. If you happen across the Atlantic, you can catch him as one of the opening acts for Chance The Rapper’s upcoming European tour.

 

Joe Budden – Rage & The Machine

While Joe Budden’s more known lately for beefing with Drake and threatening teenagers, the Harlem rapper is one of the city’s best lyricists, as both a solo artist and part of renowned supergroup Slaughterhouse. Rage & the Machine, his sixth album, was entirely produced by frequent collaborator AraabMuzik, and finds him working with Joell Ortiz, Fabolous, Tory Lanez, Stacy Barthe, and more.

 

 

Paul Wall – Houston Oiler

Houston mainstay rapper Paul Wall has been cranking out an album a year lately, and yesterday he premiered his latest album via Complex: The Houston Oiler, a 16 track release that’s stays true to his usual style by rapping about cars, grills, and girls. It also includes an ode to legendary Houston producer Mike Dean, as well as collaborations with Chamillionaire, Z-Ro, Lil Keke, and Slim Thug.

 

Thelonious Martin – Late Night Programming

Thelonious Martin got his start as a part of legendary Chicago collective SaveMoney, but the prolific producer has gone on to show up on projects by Pro Era, Curren$y, Odd Future, A$AP Rocky, Da$h, and many more. Along with the previously released “Infomercial” (which came with an excellent Ruffmercy-directed music video), the instrumental album rounds out at eleven tracks that showcase the producer’s unique, Stones Throw-influenced style. Cop it on iTunes.

Well$ – The Way I’m Living Makes My Mom Nervous

Well$ hails from North Carolina, but his musical style comes directly from his African roots. While his last release, MTSYD: The Return of the African Booty Scratcher, was a concept album about an African child in America, The Way I’m Living Makes My Mom Nervous follows more directly personal narratives. Aside from Metro Boomin, all of the artists and produces hail from North Carolina, and the feature list includes JK The Reaper, Sylvian Esso, Alec Lomami, and many more.

 

Also released: Lady Gaga, Joanne; Leonard Cohen, You Want It Darker; The Pretty Reckless, Who You Selling For?; Saint Motel, saintmotelevision