Lana Del Rey Announces 'The Right Person Will Stay', Kendrick Lamar Projected to Have Biggest Hip-Hop Debut of the Year

Lana Del Rey Announces New Album, The Right Person Will Stay 

Dream-pop icon Lana Del Rey has unveiled her highly anticipated new album, The Right Person Will Stay. The album is set to be released on May 21st, 2024.

In an Instagram post, Del Rey shared details about the collaborative process behind the album, revealing that she worked with renowned producers Jack Antonoff, and Drew Erickson, alongside country producer Luke Laird.

Laird has an impressive track record, having penned over 20 songs that reached the top of the Billboard charts. His remarkable portfolio includes hits like Carrie Underwood’s “So Small,” Blake Shelton’s “Gonna,” and Luke Bryan’s heartfelt ballad “I See You.” Beyond country music, Laird has proven his versatility by writing and producing tracks for a diverse array of artists, including R&B star Ne-Yo, Grammy-winning vocalist John Legend, and country icon Tim McGraw.

Del Rey expressed gratitude for the creative synergy with her collaborators, stating, "So grateful that my 13 tracks came together with my beautiful work between Luke, Jack and Drew Erickson amongst others."

To further excite fans, Del Rey hinted that some songs from the album will be performed at her much-anticipated performance at Stagecoach Festival. The album’s first single, intriguingly titled “Henry,” is expected to be unveiled soon, generating buzz among her followers who are eager to hear what she has in store. 

Earlier this year, Del Rey offered fans a glimpse into her musical evolution with the preview of "Henry, Come On," a track that hinted at a potential country-inspired album titled Lasso. While she initially suggested a September release, Del Rey later clarified that she wanted to ensure the album met her artistic standards, stating, "I don’t want to turn it into something that’s half cooked, even if it’s super stripped-back. I want it to be what it was supposed to be."

Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ Projected To Have Biggest Hip-Hop Streaming Debut Of 2024

Kendrick Lamar's highly anticipated album, "GNX," is poised to redefine streaming records. Released on November 22nd, the album is projected to amass a staggering 350-400 million streams in its opening week. If the predictions are true, “GNX” will emerge as the most-streamed Hip-Hop album of 2024, surpassing the previous record set by Drake’s “For All the Dogs”, which tallied an impressive 514 million streams in 2023. 

With all 12 tracks swiftly ascending the charts on major platforms like Apple Music and Spotify, “GNX” has not only captured the hearts of fans but also received widespread acclaim from critics, gaining praise for its innovative soundscapes, intelligent and thought-provoking lyrics, and bold experimentation with musical styles. 

“GNX” has been lauded for pushing the boundaries of Hip-Hop, asserting that the album redefines the genre in ways “previously thought unattainable.” Many are even discussing the possibility of the album being a “game-changer,” influencing new artists and altering industry standards for sound and lyrical content. 

Kendrick Lamar is rumored to be heading out on a world tour following his performance at next year’s Superbowl LVII. The rapper is also nominated for multiple GRAMMY awards, including the prestigious Song of the Year and Record of the Year. 

ICYMI:

• Dictionary.com has crowned “Demure” as the Word of the Year. The word “demure” gained viral fame on TikTok thanks to creator Jools LeBron who often paired the word with terms like “cutesy” and “considerate” when sharing advice on how to be respectful in the workplace. 

• Politico has reported that Kamala Harris is considering running for President again in 2028, she has allegedly told her allies that she is “staying in the fight.”

• Charli xcx is set to headline the 2025 edition of Manchester, UK’s ‘Parklife Festival’, taking place next June. 

• ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’ by Shaboozey has officially tied ‘Old Town Road’ by Lil Nas X as the longest-running #1 hit in Billboard Hot 100 history - spending 19 weeks at the top spot. 

• P!nk’s ‘Summer Carnival’ Tour has become the second highest-grossing tour of all time by a female artist, grossing $584.7 million.

• The first teaser for the live-action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ has been released. Whilst the teaser isn’t very long, it showcases Stitch causing chaos. Chris Sanders is set to reprise the role of Stitch for the film, with newcomer Maia Kealoha taking on the role of Lilo. 

— Katie Macbeth

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