J Hus: It's a full-fledged animation glow up for the 'Cream' music video

There’s ample flexing going down when it comes to J Hus. Whether you’re going for signature rap bars or want to see him going the cinematic route, it’s clear the ‘Cream’ anthem delivers on all levels.

J Hus’ ‘Cream’ is pure fire and deserves your attention

You can close your eyes and get caught up in the anthem or have your eyes wide open to see just how awesome the animation is for the new ‘Cream’ visual.

Kicking off the new year strong, J Hus shares the official music video for fan favorite track “Cream” featuring Newham drill rapper CB, taken from his acclaimed third album Beautiful and Brutal Yard. In the Anime video, directed by Nicholas Lam, we find Hus’ character facing constant attacks from opponents - but he always manages to powerfully persevere and ultimately becomes invincible with help from CB’s character. The storyline perfectly resonates with the song’s lyrics. Watch HERE.

But that’s not all - J Hus’ efforts have gained him four nominations at the prestigious BRIT Awards 2024, in the categories Mastercard Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Hip Hop/Grime/Rap Act. Additionally, the hit “Who Told You” featuring Drake – which charted at #2 in the UK Single Chart for two weeks straight - is nominated for Song of the Year.

2024 has only just begun but J Hus is on a roll already. Stay tuned for much more to come.

Last summer, J Hus blessed his fans with his third studio album, Beautiful and Brutal Yard,following a three-year hiatus. The project claimed the #1 spot on the The Official Albums Chart in the UK and featured a stellar line up of collaborators including Drake, Burna Boy, Popcaan, Jorja Smith, CB, Naira Marley, Villz and Boss Belly. So far, the now album has accumulated 363 million global streams, surpassing J Hus’ 2020 album Big Conspiracy in the same timeframe. Beautiful and Brutal Yard was one of 2023 most celebrated albums. Besides receiving a Mercury Prize nomination just two weeks after release, the album continues to receive glowing reviews and high praise. The New York Times named it one of their “Favorite Albums of 2023 So Far” on Popcast, while NPR proclaimed that Hus sounds “like he is really poised to blow up state-side with this record.” HotNewHipHop proclaimed that he delivered “The Soundtrack To Summer 2023” while NME dubbed the album “a joyous return.” The FADER described how “the energy on Beautiful and Brutal Yard is the kind that emerges when your biggest competitor is yourself” while Billboard announced “J Hus returns with a vengeance.” Uproxx perhaps summed it up best: “Hus uses his third album to provide a vivid and detailed account of his roots and upbringing, giving equal attention to all that’s beautiful and brutal. This duality contributes to everything on the album: its sonic appeal, the thrill of J Hus’ narratives, and the rapper’s overall artistic vision.” Further, Barack Obama picked hit single “Who Told You” ft. Drake as the #1 song on his “Favorite Songs of Summer 2023” list. 

For Hus, all roads lead back to the music. Look close at the album title Beautiful and Brutal Yard and spot the acronym: baby. Whether it’s brutal, beautiful, or shuffling somewhere between the two, music is Hus’ baby. On his third studio album, this has never been more clear and present. The stage is set. The man has many names – Uju Militer, The Farda, Ezmalay, The Ugliest (so named after his clothing brand of the same name).

But there’s only one J Hus.

J Hus: The UK rap heavyweight finally delivers 'Beautiful & Brutal Yard' album

New music Friday? You bet. The wait is - finally - over for the hip-hop heavyweight J Hus coming straight outta the United Kingdom with the new Beautiful and Brutal Yard studio album. From hard-hitting guest features to shining bright on the solo flex, the jam-packed LP comes at a perfect timing - hot music for the hottest season of the year.

J Hus’ new ‘Beautiful and Brutal Yard’ album has arrived

After having to wait it out for 36 months, Hus comes through in the clutch with the latest studio effort. Nearly 20 songs deep and every anthem slaps.

Today, J Hus—the darling of UK rap—releases his much-anticipated third album, Beautiful and Brutal Yard. The album features a stellar line up of collaborators including Drake, Burna Boy, Popcaan, Jorja Smith, CB, Naira Marley, Villz and Boss Belly. Get Beautiful and Brutal Yard.

After a three-year hiatus, the London rapper and global superstar set the scene alight recently with his single “It’s Crazy”which earned him a Top 15 across the Official UK Singles Charts. A mere few weeks later, he came with the explosive “Who Told You” Ft. Drake which earned him the biggest first week streams of 18 million worldwide and landed at #2 across the Official UK Singles Charts. Just yesterday, he shared “Militerian” ft. Naira Marley alongside an electrifying music video.

For anyone that might have missed him jumping on stage for Burna Boy’s show recently, J Hus also gifted fans with the announce of his tour a few weeks back which will see him play at Dublin’s 3Arena October 28th and end with two dates at London’s The O2 November 5th & 6th. Full details below.

 Anticipation for Beautiful and Brutal Yard has been at a fever pitch. Named after the patois influenced slang term for home, the title is a reference to the two sides of Hus and his heart. It follows J Hus’ sophomore effort Big Conspiracy – one of 2020’s most critically lauded albums world-wide, which netted him a BRIT Award for Best British Male. His 2017 debut studio album Common Sense cemented him as a rap champ and innovator; and in between both albums, he nabbed multiple features on from some of the music industry’s biggest artists, such as Ed Sheeran, Stormzy, Skepta, and Dave.

Beautiful and Brutal Yard continues to cement his status as one of the most talented in the game across its 19 tracks. The P2J produced “Massacre” is big boss, beach side music. “Palm Trees” has a sultry late-night feel over lightly plucked acoustic guitar. On “Masculine,” Hus is joined by Burna Boy – marking another legendary link-up for the pair after their run of iconic moments: on “Play Play” from Big Conspiracy and “Cloak & Dagger” from Burna Boy’s 2022 album Love, Damini.On this one they go verse for verse, shuffling warmly back and forth across the beat.

These show stopping collaborations are packed across Beautiful and Brutal Yard. All testament to the multiple worlds Husstraddles with his critically acclaimed, genre-fusing music. Drill king CB pops up on the high-octane, manic collaboration, “Cream,” which marks new sonic territory for Hus. As does Gambia to Nigeria link-up with fellow superstar artist Naira Marleyon “Militarian.” Landing firmly in Lagos’ summer heat, it’s another example of how Hus transports listeners. The title is a reference to the spiritual ethos that’s been imbued in the content of his music since day one. “They know we’re an African badman / anywhere we go we gotta stand strong”, he breathes, “when they ask me where I come from / I tell them straight, I’m an African.” Hus then goes on to mention how he shares that kinship with afro-bashment legend Naira: “Nigerian / Gambian / Militarian / Marlian”. Jorja Smith pops up on slowed down heater “Nice Body” – a track about sticking with one another toward the future and an end goal. “I know you've got some trauma that you’re hiding / life is rough, but we’re surviving " sings Jorja, with the pair joining in showstopping unison before the end of the verse, ultimately finishing each other's lines as Hus strolls back into view. Elsewhere, Popcaan is beamed down from space to bring a high-pitched, laser-canon vocal to the terminally warped, psychedelic stomper “Killy.” It's one of the album's most trippy moments – built, as Poppy references, for sipping "Remy". Those other-worldly vibes continue on “BimBim” – a track that's illustrated with haunting vocals that seem to emerge in unison from the grave, somewhere behind the clouds, or the next life.

For Hus, all roads lead back to the music. Look close at the album title Beautiful and Brutal Yard and spot the acronym: baby. Whether it’s brutal, beautiful or shuffling somewhere between the two, music is Hus’ baby. On his third studio album, this has never been more clear and present. The stage is set. The man has many names – Uju Militer, The Farda, Ezmalay, The Ugliest(so named after his clothing brand of the same name). But there’s only one J Hus.

J Hus: The new 'Beautiful & Brutal Yard' album drops this month

Need a reason to geek out over the hottest month of the summer? Look no further than what J Hus has brewing courtesy of a much-needed new Beautiful & Brutal Yard studio album locked in to arrive in the coming days.

J Hus’ new ‘Beautiful & Brutal Yard’ album arrives next week

Whether you’re down to hear J link with Drake on their ‘Who Told You’ smash or just want to hear Hus shine bright on his solo tracks, the countdown has officially ignited with the LP dropping July 14.

After a three-year hiatus, London rapper and global superstar J Hus set the scene alight recently with his single “It’s Crazy” which earned him a Top 15 across the Official UK Singles Charts. A mere few weeks later, he came with the explosive “Who Told You” Ft. Drake which earned him the biggest first week streams of 18 million worldwide and landed at #2 across the Official UK Singles Charts. The darling of UK rap today announces the release of his third album Beautiful and Brutal Yard, due for release July 14th. The album features a stellar line up of collaborators including Burna Boy, Popcaan, Jorja Smith, CB, Naira Marley, Villz, and Boss Belly. Pre-order the album HERE and see below for the official tracklisting.  

After most recently joining Burna Boy on stage at the Nigerian star’s London show, today J Hus also reveals his proper return to the stage with a fall tour across the UK and Ireland. Kicking off October 28th at Dublin’s 3Arena, the arena tour concludes on November 5 and 6 with two nights at London’s O2 Arena. See below for full routing and on-sale details.

Just over three years have passed since J Hus released Big Conspiracy – one of 2020’s most critically lauded albums world-wide, which netted him a BRIT Award for Best British Male. His 2017 debut studio album Common Sense cemented him as a rap champ and innovator; and in between both albums, he nabbed multiple features on from some of the music industry’s biggest artists, such as Ed Sheeran, Stormzy, Skepta, and Dave.  Beautiful and Brutal Yard is the long-awaited third album from Hus. Named after the patois influenced slang term for home, the title is a reference to the two sides of Hus and his heart. 

Magisterial lead single “It’s Crazy” is the album’s fierce comeback track. Listen and close your eyes: you can almost see the spit glistening against the mic, the fury in your headphones. Sailing across the beat, there are instructions and reflections on how little fame matters in the pursuit for power, as Hus comes back to claim his throne against the posers with lyrical menace. Repeat the hook. “The devil in me / the demon in me.” It’s all about Hus holding a mirror up to the world around us – a world that was flipped on its head since the release of his last album, for a whole myriad of reasons. 

Second single “Who Told You” reminds us of Hus’ unmatched talent for creating supreme shut-down-the-block party music. Just when you think it couldn't get any better, no other than Drake emerges, and with his effortless rap flow he hands the track the final stamp and clearly becomes the unrivaled summer anthem of 2023.  The long overdue collaboration offered a full circle moment for these two music titans. During his sold-out London show at the “O3” aka O2 Arena on April 5th 2019, Drake welcomed Hus home in the most epic way possible by inviting him on stage in front of 20,000 screaming fans - a truly emotional and celebratory night.

For Hus, all roads lead back to the music. Look close at the album title Beautiful and Brutal Yard and spot the acronym: BABY. Whether it’s brutal, beautiful or shuffling somewhere between, music is Hus’ baby. On his third studio album, this has never been more clear and present. The stage is set. The man has many names – Uju Militer, The Farda, Ezmalay, The Ugliest(so named after his clothing brand of the same name). But there’s only one J Hus.

Beautiful and Brutal Yard:

1. Intro (THE GOAT)

2. Massacre

3. Who Told You ft. Drake

4. Militerian ft. Naira Marley

5. Palm Tree

6. Nice Body ft. Jorja Smith

7. Masculine ft. Burna Boy

8. Come Look

9. Cream ft. CB

10. Comeback ft. Villz

11. Alien Girl

12. Fresh Water/Safa Kara

13. My Baby

14. Problem Fixer

15. Killy ft. Popcaan

16. It's Crazy

17. Bim Bim

18. Come Gully Bun (Gambian President) ft. Boss Belly

19. Playing Chess

J Hus Tour October 2023

October 28th – Dublin, IE - 3Arena

October 30th – Glasgow, UK - OVO Hydro

November 1st – Manchester, UK - AO Arena

November 2nd – Birmingham, UK - Utilita Arena

November 5th – London, UK - The O2

November 6th – London, UK - The O2