Rod Wave Drops New Album Amidst Feud

Rod Wave's highly anticipated seventh album, "Don't Look Down," is scheduled for release on August 28, 2026. The digital version will feature 24 songs, while physical copies will include 20 tracks. This project arrives nearly two years after his previous album, "Last Lap," which debuted at number two on the Billboard 200. The new album promises the signature Rod Wave experience, with only two featured artists, Summer Joy and Luv Von, despite its extensive tracklist.

The rollout for "Don't Look Down" has been marked by a funeral-themed trailer and the release of several singles, including "Feed the Streets," "Piece of Your Love," and "Hustle." Simultaneously, Rod Wave is engaged in a public dispute with Boosie Badazz concerning alleged lyrical and sample usage. This conflict resurfaced recently on social media, with both artists exchanging heated remarks.

Despite these external pressures, Rod Wave continues to demonstrate significant commercial success. He has achieved five consecutive Top 3 debuts on the Billboard 200, regularly sells out arena tours, and holds a Grammy nomination. He is also embarking on a 34-date arena tour managed by his company, Mainstay Touring, with performances scheduled across the South, Midwest, and coasts.