Kanye West has unveiled his latest album, Bully, marking a significant moment in his discography-though its release comes with some caveats.

Despite anticipation, Bully has not yet appeared on major streaming platforms. Instead, Kanye opted for an exclusive YouTube livestream debut, which aired roughly an hour after the album’s planned midnight drop. Fans can still catch the full stream below.

Kanye West’s Bully: A Return to Form with Star-Studded Collaborations

This marks Ye’s first album since publicly addressing and apologizing for his previous antisemitic remarks, signaling a new chapter in his career. Bully spans 14 tracks and features a diverse lineup of collaborators, including Travis Scott, Ty Dolla $ign, and CeeLo Green. Notably, the album revisits Kanye’s signature soul-sampling style, reminiscent of his earlier groundbreaking work.

Surprising Omissions Stir Fan Speculation

Listeners have expressed confusion over the absence of certain anticipated releases. Stove God Cooks’s new album All This For Me?, produced by Swizz Beatz, and Busta Rhymes’ track “Talk Ya Shit,” featuring legends J Dilla and Lil Wayne, were both expected to drop but remain unreleased, leaving fans puzzled.

Other Noteworthy Releases This Week

Despite these delays, this New Music Friday offers a wealth of fresh material worth exploring. Earl Sweatshirt and MIKE continue to impress with their intricate lyricism on the moody new single “Leadbelly.” Meanwhile, The LOX return with the soulful, introspective track “Never Change,” blending R&B influences seamlessly.

West Coast legend Snoop Dogg teams up once again with producer Nottz for the energetic anthem “Stop Counting My Poccets,” featured on his upcoming album and accompanying short film 10 Til Midnight, set for release on April 10.

Emerging and Established Artists Making Waves

New projects from artists like Central Cee, Juvenile, Chief Keef, and the recently released Fetty Wap add to the week’s rich musical landscape.

Meanwhile, Yeat solidifies his status as a contemporary rap icon with his sixth studio album ADL. The record boasts an eclectic roster of collaborators, including Elton John, NBA YoungBoy, Kid Cudi, Grimes, and even Kylie Jenner, highlighting Yeat’s broad cultural reach.

Highlighted New Releases

• Kanye West – Bully
  Featuring: Travis Scott, Ty Dolla $ign, CeeLo Green, Havoc, North West, James Blake, Nine Vicious, Tony Williams, André Troutman
• Earl Sweatshirt, MIKE & Surf Gang – “Leadbelly”
  Produced by Harrison, Elipropperr & Tony Seltzer
• Snoop Dogg – “Stop Counting My Poccets”
  Produced by Nottz
• The LOX feat. Jaheim & Trent Shelton – “Never Change”
  Produced by IR$
• Yeat – ADL
  Featuring: NBA YoungBoy, Elton John, Kid Cudi, Swizz Beatz, Don Toliver, Kylie Jenner, BNYX, 070 Shake, Joji, Grimes, Julia Wolf
• Larry June – “Still Calculating Freestyle”
  Produced by DVME & Blade
• Fetty Wap – Zavier
  Featuring: Wiz Khalifa, Max B, G Herbo, Tink, Monty, Honey Bxby, Ymanie, Divinity, Rob McCoy
• Juvenile – Boiling Point
  Featuring: Megan Thee Stallion, Birdman, Mannie Fresh, B.G., Timbaland, Swizz Beatz, DJ Khaled, Jacquees, Dee-1, Trombone Shorty
• Fivio Foreign – Still Standing
  Featuring: Tory Lanez, Polo G, Lil Tjay, Trey Songz
• BIA – We On Go Pack (EP)
  Featuring: Denzel Curry, A$AP Ferg, TiaCorine, Da Honorable C.N.O.T.E.
• Central Cee – All Roads Lead Home (EP)
  Featuring: J Hus, A2ANTI
• Joyner Lucas feat. NBA YoungBoy – “Deep End”
  Produced by ALyX, Orsix, Chanté Marie, KXVI, Leo Son & ADHD Productions
• Chief Keef – Skeletor
  Featuring: G Herbo, Rich The Kid, Ian, Ballout
• Jozzy – Soundtrack 2 Get Her Back
  Featuring: Mary J. Blige, Chris Brown, Jeremih, Jon B., Keyon Harrold, Stevie J, Cardiak, Bongo ByTheWay
• Rob49 & YTB Fatt feat. Lil Yachty, G Herbo, G Youngin & BTY Beedo – “Da Fuxk (Remix)”
  Produced by Schife, 1040 Beats & Millibeatz
• Boldy James, MC Serch & Handz Up – “What the Stove Say”
  Production credits unavailable
• Marlon Craft – “The Neighborhood”
  Produced by The Kount, CARRTOONS, River Tiber, Marlon Craft & Sly5thAve
• Eric Bellinger – “Cry In Front of You”
  Production credits unavailable
• Jim Legxacy feat. Natanya – “idk idk”
  Produced by Jim Legxacy, Joe Stanley, .fullstopnathan., henes, Boy Red & Vuko
• Kota the Friend – Local Art Dealer, Vol. 1
  Featuring: Rome Streetz
• Momo Boyd – “She’s a Sweetheart”
  Produced by Brandon Shoop
• Yung Bleu – World At War
  Featuring: Trap Dickey, HoneyKomb Brazy, JackBoys
• Nickelus F – The Undisputed
  No featured artists
• YGTUT – Sunset of the Titan Twilight
  No featured artists
• Kaelin Ellis feat. Madison McFerrin & SWEATA – “Hello.Morning”
  Produced by Kaelin Ellis
• Kembe X – “Crooks & Castles”
  Production credits unavailable

UPDATE: Bully is now officially available for streaming across all major platforms.