OchoThaSire Joins Kevin Gates on The Alimilo Tour and Drops Explosive “New Chops” Single Featuring Lil Gotit

BY ROCKI PATRICE

Atlanta’s new wave continues to rise — and OchoThaSire is leading the charge. The Southside standout just announced he’ll be joining Kevin Gates on The Alimilo Tour, right as his highly anticipated video for “New Chops” featuring Lil Gotit is set to drop this Friday.

The momentum comes fresh off the release of Ocho’s new album Big 8 — out now on all platforms. Originally planned as an eight-track project, the album grew into 17 records that reflect every side of his artistry: the grind, the emotion, and the hunger. “I couldn’t leave out any of the energy,” Ocho said. “Every track hit too hard to cut.”

“Big 8” proves exactly why he’s one of Atlanta’s most versatile new artists — effortlessly blending melodic trap, street realism, and rock-influenced emotion. Ocho’s voice cuts through with a raw edge, balancing smooth hooks and hard verses that show both his pain and purpose.

The spotlight record right now, “New Chops” featuring Lil Gotit, pairs Ocho with one of Atlanta’s most influential new-gen artists — the twin brother of the late Lil Keed. The two deliver a street anthem that feels like a spiritual continuation of the chemistry that once defined Young Thug and Rich Homie Quan’s early collaborations. The “New Chops” visual, premiering Friday, captures that same intensity with top-tier production and storytelling that matches the song’s high energy.

No stranger to collaboration, OchoThaSire has worked with major producers like Mercy, DB, PyrexWhippa, 1Rott, and DrumGod, as well as artists such as Hurricane Wisdom, NGB Don (Stutter Boy), and FattMack. As a self-producing artist, he keeps creative control at the center of everything he does.

Now, as he prepares to hit the road with Kevin Gates, OchoThaSire is stepping onto a national stage. The Alimilo Tour marks a major moment in his come-up, giving him a platform to showcase his sound — a bold mix of Atlanta grit and emotional authenticity — in front of new fans across the country.

“Going on tour with Kevin Gates is more than a milestone,” Ocho says. “It’s proof that hard work and staying true to your sound pays off. This is just the beginning.”

With Big 8 available now, “New Chops” dropping Friday, and a nationwide tour ahead, OchoThaSire is proving that Atlanta’s next chapter is already being written — and he’s holding the pen.

Stream: Big 8 — available now on all platforms

Watch: “New Chops” feat. Lil Gotit — dropping Friday on YouTube

Catch OchoThaSire on The Alimilo Tour with Kevin Gates this fall starting in Fayetteville, Arkansas