Wiradjuri rapper YNG Martyr has announced his sophomore album 'CHALANT' set for release on Friday March 27.

The announcement arrives alongside new single 'REAL GEEK,' offering an early look at a project that signals a shift in direction for the artist.

With more than 350 million global streams to his name, YNG Martyr has built a reputation as one of Australia's most visible hip-hop exports.

He has performed at major festivals including Falls Festival and SXSW, and toured alongside international acts such as Iann Dior and DC The Don.

On 'CHALANT' YNG Martyr moves away from the mystique often associated with modern hip-hop and leans into a more direct approach.

Known for his instinctive understanding of trends and online culture, he frames the album around a simple message of self-belief and individuality.

A lot has changed since his 2023 debut album 'Lovesick', with the rapper finding love, touring internationally and returning home with renewed confidence.

"It was really good to see people in the flesh who love my music," YNG Martyr said.

"To play these songs and see the real-world impact of writing music from an island on the other side of the world."

Created organically and driven by a desire to make boastful and energetic tracks, 'CHALANT' leans into underground sounds and genres such as rage and jerk while maintaining the sharp delivery that defined his acclaimed performance on triple j's Bars of Steel.

Gaming references run throughout the record, reflecting YNG Martyr's early days freestyling in Call of Duty lobbies.

"We went from join the server, here's the I.P / to breakin' veins with that pick just like an IV," YNG Martyr said.

"We got creative with that sh*t I had to find peace / now it's diamonds on my bezel of my timepiece."

The album follows a string of breakout moments, including 'Nike Ticks,' which has surpassed 90 million streams, and "BURR", which generated more than 210,000 user creations on TikTok.

With 'CHALANT,' YNG Martyr positions the project as a statement of self-assurance.

"When people hear CHALANT, I want them to learn something about themselves," he said.

"You don't need to be super cool to do super cool things. You don't need to be anything that you're not."

The album is set to release on March 27th.