Best Songs of The Week: feat. Alchemist, Flying Lotus, and More [Playlist]

The Round-Up is Okayplayer’s weekly playlist of the best songs in the worlds of hip-hop and R&B. This week’s set features new music from Alchemist, Flying Lotus, Georgia Anne Muldrow, DijahSB, Topaz Jones, and more.

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DijahSB – “Head Above The Waters”

DijahSB mines her trauma on the ascendent, yet laidback, title track from their new album, Head Above The Waters.

Flying Lotus featuring Thundercat – “Black Gold”

Thundercat and Flying Lotus reconnect on the opening theme for the soon-to-drop Netflix anime series, Yasuke, starring Lakeith Stanfield as Japan’s first black samurai.

Georgia Anne Muldrow – “Unforgettable”

Georgia Anne Muldrow dabbles in electric mid-tempo disco-pop on the latest single from her upcoming instrumental album, VWETO III.

Kiefer featuring 10.4 ROG – “Work and Purpose”

Kiefer hosts 10.4 ROG for a skittering standout from his new Between Days EP, out now via Stones Throw.

Topaz Jones featuring Phonte and Maxo – “Who?”

Phonte and Maxo join Topaz Jones on the funk-fueled mid-album highlight from the Jersey-rapper’s new project, Don’t Go Tellin’ Your Momma.

Huey Briss and Nikobears – “Grace Park Legend (Norfside)”

The titular track from Huey Briss‘ stellar new album, Grace Park Legend is equal parts hometown anthem and cautionary tale.

Evidence – “Better You”

Uncle Al lends a murky suite to Evidence, launching the campaign for the Los Angeles rapper’s new album, Unlearning Vol. 1.

 

Alchemist featuring Earl Sweatshirt and Navy Blue – “Nobles”

Alchemist offers a glimpse at his incoming This Thing of Ours EP with a triumphant new single, featuring verses from Earl Sweatshirt and Navy Blue.