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New Music Friday: 5 Songs You Need To Hear This Week (6/19)

This week, New Music Friday brings us tunes from Memphis rapper Key Glock, Connecticut metalcore masters Boundaries, and the almighty Sleep.

By Stephen Andrew Galiher

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Happy New Music Friday, everyone! And a very respectful Juneteenth, as well.

This week, you’ll find tracks by some inventive, evocative Black artists, alongside a few raucous white boys. Feel free to dive right in!

“Face Down” by Key Glock

Taking a cue from the legends themselves, 2 Live Crew, Memphis’ own Key Glock delivers a carnal anthem for a new era.

Dubbed “Face Down”, the track’s inspiration will be instantly recognizable to oldheads (me) and hip-hop diehards. Glock then delivers his signature flow over a remarkably crafted beat, making for a track you’re gonna be cranking all summer.

“NEW AMERICA//” by KennyHoopla and Albert Hammond Jr.

Emo/pop-punk revolutionary KennyHoopla returns this week with a new single, and he’s bringing a Millennial icon with him. The punk rocker’s new tune “NEW AMERICA//” is a........

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