Ken Carson Announces New Album ‘Xperiment’ Set for July 3 Release

The Atlanta rapper Ken Carson has confirmed the release date for his upcoming studio album, *Xperiment*, set for July 3, according to a press release shared by his label, Opium. The announcement follows the success of his 2023 album *More Chaos*, which topped the Billboard 200 chart. While no tracklist has been revealed, Carson has begun pre-orders for vinyl editions, exclusive merchandise, and collectibles tied to the project, as reported by Spin.

What’s the Release Date for ‘Xperiment’?

Ken Carson’s new album, *Xperiment*, will drop on July 3, 2025, as confirmed by a statement from his team. This follows the release of *More Chaos* in August 2023, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The rapper has not yet shared a tracklist, but the album’s release comes after a series of high-profile performances and collaborations, including a surprise appearance at Chicago’s Summer Smash festival in June 2024.

How Has Ken Carson Been Promoting the Album?

Carson has been actively promoting *Xperiment* through live performances and fashion partnerships. At Rolling Loud Orlando in May 2024, he headlined and previewed new material from the album while performing hits from *More Chaos* and his 2023 breakthrough *A Great Chaos*. He also joined Playboi Carti during the latter’s closing set at Summer Smash, performing the unreleased track “Cover My Ears.” Additionally, Carson’s recent tour dates include a sold-out *WTF Tour* across Europe and the U.K., as well as appearances on the Antagonist 2.0 tour with Carti.

What Are His Upcoming Appearances?

Carson will headline the first night of ComplexCon 2026 on October 3 as part of Opium’s takeover of the festival’s 10th-anniversary celebration in Los Angeles. Before then, he is scheduled to perform at international festivals including Roskilde in Denmark, Germany’s Splash! Festival, Openair Frauenfeld in Switzerland, Clout in Poland, and Austria’s Frequency Festival. These appearances follow his recent collaboration with fashion brands such as SKIMS, Affliction, and Jesse Jo Stark’s Deadly Doll line.

How Does ‘Xperiment’ Fit Into His Career Trajectory?

*Xperiment* marks Carson’s third studio album, following *A Great Chaos* (2023) and *More Chaos* (2023). The project continues his rapid ascent in the hip-hop scene, with previous albums earning critical acclaim and commercial success. The release of *Xperiment* comes amid growing industry attention, including a recent single from his Opium labelmates HXG, titled “RedRum,” which precedes their upcoming full-length LP. Carson’s ability to blend rap with fashion and festival culture has solidified his status as a rising star in the genre.