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Dear Guins,

I hope those of you who attended Coachella last week are catching up on some well-deserved rest and hydration! Unfortunately I couldn’t make it this year, but loved following the live streams of Peso Pluma, Saint Levant and Doja Cats’ performances. 

Jean Deaux’s "nowhere, fast" Makes a Splash

Last Friday was a landmark moment for us at Guins as we celebrated our first female release of 2024! Jean Deaux’s EP "Nowhere, Fast" has had a phenomenal first week, securing spots on over 30 playlists and gracing the cover of 5! Dive into Jean's journey of self-discovery and personal growth by listening to the EP here. 

My favorite track right now? “Thinkin,” featuring Destin Conrad.

Curtis Waters’ "BAD SON" Now on Vinyl

We’re thrilled to announce our very first physical release—Curtis Waters' "BAD SON" is now available on vinyl! This album is a powerful narrative exploring the immigrant experience and the pursuit of success within a capitalist society. Themes of self-acceptance and resilience echo throughout this work, as it addresses the healing of deep-rooted trauma. 

Secure your vinyl copy here!

The Gossip: Big Business Moves and Cultural Highlights

*Future and Metro Boomin have announced a six-week North American tour, "We Trust You," following their recent album releases, with the tour beginning in Kansas City on July 30 and concluding in Vancouver on September 9, featuring performances in major cities and a stop at Lollapalooza. Read more

* J. Cole's latest mixtape "Might Delete Later" debuts at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 with mixed reactions, following a controversial rap beef with Kendrick Lamar that led Cole to retract his diss track, reflecting his discomfort with the feud and affecting the mixtape's reception. Read more

* Doja Cat headlined the final night of Coachella 2024's first weekend, introducing guests such as 21 Savage, Teezo Touchdown, and A$AP Rocky, and performed new tracks while excluding well-known hits like "Say So" and "Kiss Me More."  Read more

Warm regards,

Misha Kordestani

President/Co-Founder, Guin Records