April 2025 Set for Major Hip-Hop Releases: Wiz Khalifa, Ken Carson Lead Packed Calendar

April 2025 is poised to be a significant month for the hip-hop music landscape, with several highly anticipated projects scheduled for release. Fans are preparing for new material from established stars and rising talents alike, marking a busy period in the genre’s release calendar.

Wiz Khalifa Celebrates Anniversary with Sequel Mixtape

Veteran artist Wiz Khalifa kicked off the period with the release of his sequel mixtape, Kush + Orange Juice 2, on March 31, 2025. The project arrives as a celebration of the anniversary of his seminal 2010 mixtape, Kush & Orange Juice, a project widely credited with solidifying his position in the hip-hop scene and influencing a generation of artists. The release of Kush + Orange Juice 2 revisits a fan-favorite era for the Pittsburgh rapper, building anticipation for how he evolves the sound and themes of the original.

The decision to release the sequel on the exact anniversary underscores the cultural impact of the original Kush & Orange Juice, demonstrating its enduring legacy and the artist’s connection to his foundational work. This release sets a reflective yet forward-looking tone for the month.

Ken Carson’s “More Chaos” Adds Anticipation

Adding considerable weight to the April schedule is the planned release of Ken Carson’s new album, More Chaos. Set to drop on April 11, 2025, the album is one of the most eagerly awaited projects from the Opium collective artist. More Chaos is slated to be a sprawling 22-track offering, suggesting a comprehensive artistic statement from the rapper.

The album features notable guest appearances, including collaborations with prominent artists like Playboi Carti and Destroy Lonely on the track “Off the Meter“. This particular collaboration is expected to draw significant attention, given the artists’ connections and the high level of anticipation surrounding their joint work. Furthermore, the album features the single “Money Spread“, which has already begun to build momentum ahead of the full project’s release.

The production credits for More Chaos reveal contributions from a core team of collaborators, including Starboy, Lil 88, F1LTHY, Outtatown, Lucian, and Legion. This production ensemble is known for crafting the distinctive sonic backdrops that have defined Carson’s recent work, promising a cohesive and sonically adventurous project consistent with his evolving sound.

Diverse Offerings from Corbin, Boldy James, Luh Kel, and More

Beyond these headline releases, April 2025 will also see the debut of Crisis Kid by Corbin f.k.a Spooky Black, adding another layer of genre diversity to the month’s releases. Corbin, known for his melancholic and atmospheric sound, brings a different texture to the predominantly hip-hop-focused releases.

Looking further into April, the month is expected to include new projects from critically acclaimed rapper Boldy James, known for his consistent output and sharp lyricism, and rising artist Luh Kel. These upcoming releases ensure that the flow of new music will continue throughout the month, catering to a wide range of tastes within the hip-hop and R&B adjacent spaces.

The confluence of these releases — from anniversary sequels by established names to highly anticipated albums from the new guard and diverse offerings from artists pushing stylistic boundaries — positions April 2025 as a crucial period for assessing the current state and future direction of contemporary music, particularly within the hip-hop sphere.