Christmas week delivered a festive lineup of music releases, with new projects from stars like Kodak Black, Ice Spice, NLE Choppa, Sault, and the legendary Redman, who dropped his first album in nearly a decade. Meanwhile, Young Thug gifted fans with re-releases of his iconic 2015 mixtapes, Slime Season and Slime Season 2.
Ice Spice returned with the deluxe edition of her debut album, Y2K!: I’m Just a Girl, featuring three fresh tracks, including “Hannah Montana” with NLE Choppa and DaBaby, as well as remixes of fan favorites like “BB Belt” and “Popa.”
NLE Choppa also brought the holiday heat with a double-album project, PICASSO: SLUFFIN SZN X SLUT SZN, blending heartfelt tracks and high-energy anthems. The project features notable collaborations with Summer Walker, Yung Bleu, T-Pain, and more, adding depth and versatility to the Memphis rapper’s catalog.
Kodak Black hit the streets with Gift for the Streets, teaming up with Southern rap legends like Juvenile, BG, Rob49, and C-Murder, while Redman made his long-awaited comeback with Muddy Waters Too. This massive 32-track album is stacked with features from icons like Snoop Dogg, Naughty by Nature, KRS-One, Method Man, and even Shaquille O’Neal, reminding fans why Redman remains a rap legend.
Sault added soulful energy to the mix with Acts of Faith, a powerful R&B and soul album that debuted internationally during their London performances. With standout tracks like “Heal” and “Soul Clean,” the group continues to captivate listeners with their unique sound.
Lastly, Young Thug surprised fans by re-releasing his groundbreaking mixtapes Slime Season and Slime Season 2 to streaming platforms. These projects, which helped define Thug’s career, remain as influential as ever, proving that classics never go out of style.
This Christmas week was truly a gift for music lovers, with a mix of fresh sounds, nostalgic moments, and legendary comebacks. Keep these releases on repeat as we head into the new year!
