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Multi-platinum Memphis powerhouse Key Glock releases his long-awaited new album, Project X, with a custom visualizer for each song via Paper Route Empire/Republic Records.

Project X finds Glock at his most carefree, confident, and unapologetically fun. Across 20 tracks, he opens the door to a side of his world fans have only caught glimpses of before, celebrating success, friendship, late nights, luxury, and the freedom that comes with building a career entirely on his own terms. Fueled by booming production, infectious hooks, and his unmistakable Memphis swagger, the album serves as the soundtrack for workouts, pregames, parties, and everything in between.

Leading the charge is “Face Down,” a standout summer-ready anthem produced by longtime collaborator and close friend Tay Keith. Built around a flip of Fat Pimp's iconic “Roll Me Up,” the track pairs Glock's effortless charisma with an instantly addictive bounce. The record also serves as another chapter in the creative partnership between two Memphis natives who have been friends since high school and helped shape the city's sound for more than a decade. That chemistry can be felt throughout Project X, with Tay Keith contributing to multiple records across the album alongside production from King Wonka, Honorable C.N.O.T.E., Oh Ross, and others, helping create the backdrop for Glock's most playful and celebratory body of work to date.

Elsewhere, fan favorites such as “50 Hoes” produced by Tay Keith showcase his unapologetic playboy energy, while “Big 5” delivers one of the album's most captivating and self-assured statements, reminding listeners exactly why Glock is HIM and continues to stand at the forefront of his generation. Asserting his dominance with the opener “Mannish,” Project X also features recent singles ”Go” and  “Loco.” The latter has already reeled in 7 million global streams. Earning acclaim, HotNewHipHop praised, “Heavy bass, confident delivery, and straight-to-the-point bars. That’s what he does, and it still works.” VIBE named it among “The 50 Hip-Hop, R&B Releases You Need On Your Playlist.”

The album arrives following months of anticipation and a nationwide rollout that included intimate fan listening events in New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, North Carolina, and Houston, custom Key Glock-branded Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 activations across multiple markets, exclusive fan experiences through Vault.fm, and creative content inspired by the legacy and spirit of Project X. Additionally, the original Project X movie cast member, Oliver Cooper “Costa” and Nick Nervies “Tyler,” joined him along the way at events and in video teasers to celebrate the release. Continuing that momentum he takes over the upcoming BET Experience at L.A. Live performing at the Fan Fest and playing in the Celebrity Basketball Game. 

This album follows the breakout success of Glockaveli: All Eyez On Key, which debuted in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 and became the biggest debut hip-hop album of 2025 without features. Powered by the RIAA Gold-certified hit “She Ready,” the project earned Glock his first-ever #1 at Urban radio, cracked the Top 20 of Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, and pushed his catalog past 10 billion global streams. Beyond his own releases, Glock has continued to dominate airwaves through high-profile collaborations, including Sexyy Red's “Hang Wit a Bad B****,” one of the most-added records at Rhythm radio, and Trap Dickey's “Down South,” which surged at both Urban and Rhythm formats. Along the way, he further amplified his presence with standout appearances alongside Offset and Domani, while earning two BET Award nominations, a co-sign from Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour, and recognition from Rolling Stone as one of the “50 Innovators Shaping Rap's Next 50 Years.”

Recognized as one of hip-hop's most dynamic and self-made artists, Key Glock continues to evolve while staying true to the formula that made him a star. With Project X, he invites fans deeper into his world than ever before, proving that success sounds even better when you're having fun.

Key Glock is pushing forward with more music, touring, and surprises, keeping his eyes on the rap throne as it gets closer into his grasp.

Key Glock Drops Highly Anticipated “Project X” Album Key Glock has officially released his highly anticipated new album, Project X, delivering 20 new tracks and ushering in what may be the biggest chapter of his career to date. Led by the previously released singles “Go” and “Loco,” the project arrives following months of anticipation, extensive fan engagement, and one of the most creative album…

Key Glock Reveals Project X Tracklist Ahead of June 19 Release Key Glock is officially ready to kick off the next chapter of his career. The Memphis rapper revealed the tracklist for his highly anticipated album Project X on Thursday, giving fans their clearest look yet at what is coming when the project arrives on June 19. Rather than posting a traditional graphic, Glock unveiled the tracklist…