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Future’s Next Album Could Be Closer Than You Think

Caroline Fisher — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:25:50 +0000

Future has been dropping vague clues about an upcoming musical release for a while now. During a performance in Saudi Arabia earlier this month, he finally confirmed that the release in question is a new album. “I know the album is on the motherf***ing way,” he declared onstage. “N***a, let’s go!” The hitmaker went on to perform an unreleased track known by fans as “Ready To Slide.”

Now, he’s taken to social media to continue to tease the project. He shared a photo dump on Instagram yesterday (March 17), hinting at what’s to come in his caption. “Nothing leakin the whole world tweakin,” he wrote. “Album Mode .”

For now, fans don’t have many more details about the upcoming project. An official release date, or really any kind of timeline, has yet to be revealed.

A new album may not be all fans can expect to hear from Future in the coming months, however. News of his latest post comes amid rampant rumors that he’s featured on Drake’s highly anticipated ninth studio album, ICEMAN.

Is Future Featured On Drake’s ICEMAN?

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The rumors started to swirl earlier this month thanks to Charlamagne Tha God, who claimed to have heard about the alleged feature from one of his sources. “Somebody told me they actually heard it yesterday,” he shared on The Breakfast Club. “They said Future was on it.”

DJ Akademiks was quick to weigh in on this, and he seemed pretty skeptical. During a recent livestream, he reflected on a conversation he apparently had with Drake back in 2024, shortly after Elliott Wilson said that the Toronto rapper had squashed his beef with Future.

“I love going source for source. I just think, at this point, I might have the best source,” Ak explained. “Verbatim, from Drake: ‘This guy Elliott Wilson’s a goof. He doesn’t know what he’s talking about. I have not been on the phone with Future.'”

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Kai Cenat Shows Off Vivet Clothing For The Very First Time

Ben Atkinson — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:25:35 +0000

Kai Cenat has officially stepped into the fashion world with his new brand, Vivet. He revealed the clothing line for the very first time recently, showing off pieces on camera.

The brand appears to focus on streetwear with a dark, graphic-heavy aesthetic. It marks a significant new chapter for one of the internet’s biggest personalities.

The pieces shown included a white long-sleeve shirt with bold tribal-style graphic prints. A custom painted hat was also part of the reveal, featuring hand-done artwork.

Kai is seen using scissors in the photo, suggesting a hands-on, DIY approach to the brand. The Vivet logo features a sharp, ornate cross-like symbol that leans gothic and editorial. Not everyone online was impressed with what they saw.

Critics took to social media to question the designs and overall direction of the brand. Some fans felt the pieces looked unfinished or too similar to existing streetwear labels. The response was mixed at best, with skepticism outweighing early excitement in many corners.

A separate but louder conversation ran alongside the brand reveal entirely. Many fans used the moment to call for Kai to return to streaming. His absence from regular content has been felt across his massive fanbase. Some viewers seem less interested in Vivet and more interested in seeing Kai back live.

Kai Cenat Vivet

Kai Cenat seen wearing one of his first OFFICIAL Vivet clothing pieces pic.twitter.com/gqZ4d7Bv4f
— clip (@clippedszn) March 16, 2026

Vivet is Kai Cenat’s debut clothing brand, and the early aesthetic leans dark and graphic-forward. The pieces shown so far include a white long-sleeve shirt covered in bold tribal and floral-style prints in black.

Also the custom hat featured hand-painted artwork in a raw, expressive style. Vivet’s logo is a clean serif wordmark paired with a pointed, ornate cross symbol beneath it. The overall vibe sits somewhere between underground streetwear and alternative fashion.

It’s clear Kai wants the brand to feel personal and creatively driven rather than celebrity merch. Whether the designs evolve over time or stay the course will determine how seriously the fashion world takes Vivet going forward.

We’ll have to stay tuned to see what Kai cooks up next.

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Jack Harlow’s “Monica” Sales Take A Serious Nosedive Following “Got Blacker” Comments

Alexander Cole — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:05:33 +0000

Jack Harlow has been embroiled in some controversy as of late, thanks to his comments made on The New York Times‘ music show, Popcast. During this interview, he said that he “Got Blacker” with his new album, Monica.

This new project is in the R&B and Neo-Soul lane, although fans don’t feel as though he has the chops for these genres. Meanwhile, his “Got Blacker” comments came across as tone deaf. At the end of the day, no one wants to hear a white rapper say something like that.

In the midst of this controversy, the album has been getting dragged through the mud on social media. Furthermore, reviewers like Anthony Fantano and publications like Pitchfork have given the album some pretty brutal ratings. With that in mind, fans have been curious what the first week’s sales numbers would look like. After all, poorly rated albums have gone on to have commercial success.

Unfortunately, for Harlow, that is not going to be the case here. Instead, the artist is on track for a rough debut.

“Monica” First Week Sales Projections

Jack Harlow's 'Monica' is currently projected to debut outside the top 20 on the Billboard 200 (<26.5K first week sales) pic.twitter.com/xaqJQdpghW
— Kurrco (@Kurrco) March 17, 2026

According to Kurrco, the album is set to debut outside of the Billboard 200’s Top 20. For an artist of Harlow’s size, this is a stunning development. As for the sales figures, it appears as though Harlow will hover around 25K units. Considering he sold 113K with Come Home The Kids Miss You, Harlow is on a steep decline.

The album’s sound just did not appeal to his hardcore fans. This is not what they listen to him for. Meanwhile, others felt alienated by his comments leading up to the release of the album. For these two reasons, Harlow is finding himself at a crossroads.

Of course, this isn’t exactly the end of Harlow’s career. There is still time for a comeback. He could apologize for his comments and return with an album that appeals to those core fans. For now, however, he will simply have to stew on this, and consider where things went wrong.

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A$AP Rocky’s “Don’t Be Dumb” Deluxe Just Got Its Biggest Update Yet

Caroline Fisher — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:50:43 +0000

A$AP Rocky has been teasing the deluxe edition of his fourth studio album, Don’t Be Dumb, for months. Now, it looks like its release might finally be right around the corner. The official AWGE Twitter/X account delivered a crucial update yesterday (March 17). The tweet revealed that the tracklist for the project has been finalized. Moreover, it said that new music videos are being edited, meaning fans have a lot to look forward to.

Rocky first confirmed a deluxe edition of Don’t Be Dumb was in the works in January with a simple tweet. “DISC 1 WAS FOR ME , DISC 2 WILL BE FOR THE FANS!,” he declared, adding a fire emoji. “#DONTBEDUMB.”

The multi-hyphenate has dropped a few more hints since, announcing yet another rollout just a few days ago. “EVERYONE DONE DROPPING NOW?” the official AWGE Twitter/X account asked on March 8. “ROLLOUT #2 LOADING…”

A$AP Rocky’s “Don’t Be Dumb” World Tour

DISC 2 TRACKLIST FINALIZED.

EDITING MUSIC VIDEOS NOW.
— AWGE (@awge) March 17, 2026

At the time of writing, an official release date for the deluxe edition of Don’t Be Dumb has not yet been announced. During his appearance on The Joe Budden Podcast earlier this year, however, Rocky suggested that it’s dropping shortly before he embarks on his next tour.

The “Don’t Be Dumb World Tour” is scheduled to begin in May with a show at the United Center in Chicago. From there, Rocky will hit cities like Toronto, New York, Atlanta, Miami, Los Angeles, and more. He’ll then close the tour with a performance in Paris this September.

This isn’t the only detail about the upcoming release that he revealed on the podcast, either. He also shared that it will feature production by Metro Boomin and Mike WiLL Made-It, hinted at it being more “conventional” than the first edition of the album, and said that fans can expect to hear a lot of features. He was even asked whether or not an appearance from his longtime partner Rihanna was in the cards, and he didn’t rule it out entirely.

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Mystikal Pleads Guilty To Rape: Everything We Know

Cole Blake — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:49:12 +0000

Mystikal pleaded guilty to third-degree rape on Tuesday, following his arrest for an alleged incident in Prairieville, Louisiana, back in 2022. He will face up to 20 years in prison at his sentencing hearing, which is currently scheduled for June.

The plea deal results in a far less severe sentence than Mystikal had originally faced. For charges of first-degree rape, simple robbery, domestic abuse battery, and false imprisonment, he was looking at the possibility of life in prison. He was set to begin trial on March 30.

Authorities indicted him on those broader charges in 2022, after a woman accused him of assaulting her in his home. She alleged that he raped, choked, and beat her after taking her keys and phone, preventing her from leaving. The woman claimed that Mystikal was experiencing drastic mood swings throughout the incident, switching between violent rage and apologies. It was while apologizing that he allegedly forced her onto the bed and raped her.

When she finally got free, she went straight to a hospital to report the injuries. “Once we got there, we talked to the victim, who had some very visible injuries on her body, and she was very distraught,” Donovan Jackson, spokesman for the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office, told WAFB at the time. “She talked with us, we interviewed her, and she was able to identify who the suspect was. And in this case, it was Michael Tyler, also known as Mystikal.” Authorities have held Mystikal without bond since his arrest.

Mystikal’s Past Legal Trouble

This isn’t the first time Mystikal has found himself in legal trouble. In 2004, he was sentenced to six years in prison after being found guilty of sexual assault and extortion. That conviction resulted in him having to register as a sex offender as well.

Mystikal has released several hit songs throughout his career. Both “Shake Ya Ass” (featuring Pharrell Williams) and “Danger (Been So Long)” (featuring Nivea) charted within the top 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the 2000s.

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Playboi Carti Unveils New Details Of His Upcoming “MUSIC” Vinyl Release

Alexander Cole — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:48:43 +0000

Playboi Carti is one of the biggest artists in rap, and when he dropped MUSIC last year, there is no denying that fans were excited. He dropped one of the biggest albums of the entire year, and to this day, fans are running back numerous songs.

When the album came out, one major criticism was the fact that it contained 30 tracks. There was very little editing, and had the tracklist been contained to 16 songs, the project could have been heralded as a classic. How did Carti respond to this criticism? He dropped a deluxe album with four more songs.

The MUSIC – SORRY 4 DA WAIT deluxe contains a total of 34 songs. For many fans, it is the definitive version of the album, especially when you consider how it contains some of his best singles from late 2023.

Now, the album is set to get a very special vinyl release. According to Kurrco, this new SORRY 4 DA WAIT vinyl is even available for pre-order.

MUSIC – SORRY 4 DA WAIT Vinyl Release

PLAYBOI CARTI

MUSIC – SORRY 4 DA WAIT
(VINYL RELEASE)

COMING SOON

Includes all 34 tracks
Already available for pre-order with select EU retailers (Ships June 2026) pic.twitter.com/2li7ibvbou
— Kurrco (@Kurrco) March 17, 2026

The vinyl will contain all 34 tracks from the project. This is great news for all of the hardcore Carti fans out there. Pre-orders will be shipped out in June of this year, which means you won’t have to wait an eternity for your vinyl.

With that being said, this is an exciting time for Playboi Carti fans. Recently, the artist texted Akademiks claiming that he is going to be dropping a new album in the not-so-distant future.

Although Carti has been known to exaggerate these things in the past, fans are still remaining hopeful. Overall, this has been a solid year for rap, especially with releases from J. Cole and A$AP Rocky. It feels as though an album from Carti could really turn this year upside down and provide us with a new Album of the Year contender.

For now, fans will just have to be patient and keep the faith. In the meantime, this vinyl release could very well tide you over until new music is officially announced.

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Monetize – Song by Lelo

Alexander Cole — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:13:10 +0000

Lelo has been blossoming into one of the best young artists in Detroit. His flows are smooth, and his production choices complement him to perfection. Detroit’s rap scene has always been full of soul, and Lelo is carrying on that sonic tradition. His latest track, “Monetize,” is a great example of this. It is a song with lots of youthful exuberance. From the production to the braggadocios bars, Lelo has you believing every single word of his raps. Going into 2026, Lelo is looking to keep up the momentum from a strong 2025. With songs like “Monetize,” it is clear that the artist is on the verge of leveling up.

Release Date: March 18, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Monetize

I’m to paid for these n****s, why i’m movin’ like the game was tied
Make a play, I can send a oop up, n***a gangnam style
I ain’t never hated on nobody, but i’m anti
I can’t show no love for no-, oh my hands tied

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Love Me Not – Song by Kodak Black

Alexander Cole — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:59:07 +0000

Kodak Black remains one of the biggest artists in hip-hop, even if he hasn’t been super active with new albums as of late. Overall, he is one of those artists that fans have nostalgia for. His 2016 run was special, and over the years, he has come through with some big hits. Fans want to see him thrive and be healthy. While it has been a difficult road for the artist, he is still out here doing his thing. Case in point, on Tuesday, he dropped off the new song “Love Me Not.” This can be described as more of a ballad, with Kodak providing his signature melodies over some melancholic production.

Release Date: March 17, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

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Voices In My Head – Song by Mike WiLL Made-It featuring Lil Keed

Alexander Cole — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:54:14 +0000

Mike WiLL Made-It is giving the fans some new music with his album R3SET dropping this Friday. Fans are very excited about this prospect, and it feels as though this could be one of the best albums of the year. The singles have been great so far, and the latest, “Voices In My Head” featuring Lil Keed, keeps the momentum going. As you can imagine, the production here is fantastic, and it suits Keed’s voice exceptionally well. Keed’s passing remains one of the saddest in recent memory, and this is a track that does a great job of preserving his legacy.

Release Date: March 18, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: R3SET

Quotable Lyrics from Voices In My Head

Now talk to em’, and walk through em’
We just walk down, and we do it to em’
We drippin’ Marni, not no Ralph Lauren
I been did that, graduated from it

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Trauma Bond – Song by T.I.

Alexander Cole — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:34:38 +0000

T.I. is currently preparing the final album of his career, Kill The King. This album is coming at an interesting time for the artist. He is fresh off a beef with 50 Cent, in which his children, Domani and King, rushed to his defense. Now, T.I. is looking to focus on his art again. We know this because on Wednesday morning, he dropped off a brand-new song called “Trauma Bond.” This is a track that talks about his family and everything they have been through. There are also celebratory elements of the track. He resists kissing up to the haters, and it is clear that this mentality is carrying him through this era of his career. For now, it is unclear if this song will be on Kill The King. Regardless, we look forward to hearing more from T.I., very soon.

Release Date: March 18, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: Kill The King (?)

Quotable Lyrics from Trauma Bond

This is a result of stayin’ down, havin’ it
Spreadin’ shit around like thе ground, I’m adamant
Make sure all of mine touchin’ paper, I’m hands on
Cool on these lyin’-ass bitches like the fan on

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