With just two months left in 2024, the excitement surrounding new music album releases continues to build. After a slew of high-profile drops from artists like Future, LL Cool J, and DaBaby in September, October is packed with even more highly anticipated music albums. Here is a rundown of the hottest hip-hop albums arriving this month.

Rod Wave, a consistent force in the rap game since 2017, is keeping his momentum strong with the release of his fifth music album, Last Lap, set to drop on October 11. This new project arrives as Rod celebrates major milestones in his career, including recent accolades from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His 2023 music album Nostalgia just achieved platinum certification, joining his previous four albums, which also went platinum.

In 2024, Rod earned an impressive 51 new gold and platinum certifications, solidifying his place among the top 40 most-certified artists. At just 26, his rise in the industry is undeniable. Fans are eager to hear what Last Lap has in store for them.

Memphis rapper GloRilla is making waves with her official debut studio music album, Glorious, which is dropping on October 11 via CMG/Interscope Records. After teasing her fans with the mixtape Ehhthang Ehhthang earlier this year, GloRilla has built anticipation for this album. In September, she shared the Glorious cover art on Instagram, showcasing an image of herself adorned in bold gold hoop earrings.

GloRilla’s excitement for her debut music album is palpable. She took to X (formerly Twitter) to proclaim Glorious as a classic, urging fans to listen from start to finish. "Just listen to my album from front to back & wowww I really put together a classic album," she shared, leaving fans eagerly awaiting its release.

After a four-year break from releasing new music albums, DeJ Loaf is back in full force. The Detroit artist announced her return on Instagram with her upcoming project End of Summer, set to drop on October 11. The album’s lead single, "BNB," is a sultry rap ballad, giving fans a taste of what is to come.

In addition to the album, DeJ Loaf revealed updates about her previously postponed Where My Fans tour. The tour will resume with new dates and additional cities, which DeJ plans to announce following the release of End of Summer. Fans are excited to see her back in the spotlight, bringing her signature style to the new season of music albums.

October is also an exciting month for music lovers beyond the hip-hop world. Here are some other music albums worth noting this month:

As 2024 wraps up, the influx of music albums ensures fans across all genres have plenty to look forward to. Whether you are vibing to Rod Wave’s soulful tracks, GloRilla’s fierce debut, or DeJ Loaf’s long-awaited return, October promises to deliver unforgettable moments in music.