Music fans are celebrating a significant "New Music Friday" as over ten highly anticipated albums and singles hit platforms on September 19, 2025. Among the most prominent releases are new projects from Grammy-winning artist Cardi B, rising hip-hop sensation Destroy Lonely, and R&B crooner Brent Faiyaz. The influx of new music spans various genres, offering a diverse listening experience for audiences worldwide.
Cardi B makes her long-awaited return with her second studio album, "Am I The Drama?," following her critically acclaimed 2018 debut, "Invasion of Privacy." According to Official Charts, the album features collaborations with major artists including Janet Jackson, Kehlani, and Selena Gomez. This release marks a pivotal moment for the Bronx, N.Y., rapper, who teased the project after a series of delays, as reported by XXLMag.
Destroy Lonely also unveiled his fifth mixtape, "< /3³" (Broken Hearts 3), a sequel to his 2020 project. The Atlanta rapper described the mixtape as a return to a "real raw, real feelings" style, intended specifically for his existing fanbase, as he stated in a Clash interview. The project was preceded by the lead single "Jumanji" and coincides with his upcoming "Antagonist Tour" with Playboi Carti, as detailed by HotNewHipHop.
R&B artist Brent Faiyaz released his third full-length album, "Icon," adding to the day's significant drops. Other notable album releases include Lola Young's "I'm Only F**king Myself" and Miley Cyrus's "Something Beautiful (Deluxe)," which expands on her recent work. The day also saw new singles from artists like Raye with "Where Is My Husband?" and a collaboration between Jaden and Rich The Kid titled "Red Cloaks."
The extensive list of releases, also featuring projects from Lefty Gunplay, Lazer Dim 700, and Hunxho, underscores a busy period for the music industry as 2025 approaches its final quarter. These releases are expected to shape chart performance and critical discussions in the coming weeks, providing fresh content across the musical spectrum.