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By Status Ain't Hood Staff October 30, 2025
Dave reasserts his place at the top of British rap with The Boy Who Played the Harp , his first album in four years and arguably his most introspective yet. Inspired by the biblical story of David soothing King Saul with his harp, the Streatham native turns that metaphor inward, using music as a form of spiritual release and self-reflection. Across ten majestic tracks, Dave explores the weight of fame, the erosion of faith, and the cost of carrying both cultural and personal responsibility. With soul-baring lyricism and divine storytelling, The Boy Who Played the Harp cements his status as a generational voice and visionary.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff October 30, 2025
MKY sets a new mood in R&B with his sultry debut video for “Take Our Time,” directed by Seb Espino and Nolan Rugg and produced by Good Groceries. The East L.A. singer, newly signed to Prajin Parlay, delivers smooth, intentional vocals that bring intimacy back to the genre. Prajin Parlay founder George Prajin calls MKY “an authentic talent” as the former American Idol standout launches this captivating new chapter.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff October 30, 2025
Ari Lennox enters her thriller era with the spellbinding new video for “Under The Moon,” teasing her upcoming third album Vacancy(out January 23, 2026). Directed by Erik Rojas, the visual finds Lennox dining with a mysterious man in a late-night diner who soon reveals himself to be a werewolf—only for Lennox to match his energy. The pair transform and run wild under the moonlight, making this Halloween-ready clip both eerie and enchanting.
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