Flea has paid homage to Jack Sherman, who was the second guitarist in the Red Hot Chili Peppers, playing with the band from 1983 to 1985. The band announced Sherman’s passing on Aug. 18. He was 64. While tributes poured in last month, Flea admitted that he needed “a couple of weeks to process the […]
On "The Vampire," Susanna Turns Baudelaire's Poetry Into Haunting Balladry
Norwegian balladeer Susanna Wallumrød specializes in melodrama hewn from folk and classical traditions, like Nico making an especially baroque form of chamber pop. We’ve often heard noteworthy covers from her, including takes on classics by Leonard Cohen and Joy Division, but she has no shortage of her own material; the day before she announced 2018’s […]
New Video: Ras Kass “5 Mikes” | Rap Radar
Like to be like Mike. Rass Kass salutes the great Mikes in the latest video off his upcoming and limited edition of Vinyl Playlist: I’m Not Clearing Shit project. Inspired by The Source‘s rating system, the L.A. veteran brings his goat raps showcasing the great Michael Jordan, Mike Tyson, Michael Jackson. Killer Mike, and many […]
New Video: Skip Marley Ft. Rick Ross, Ari Lennox “Make Me Feel” | Rap Radar
Feels good don’t it? Skip Marley’s overwhelmed with joy in the exotic music video co-starring Rick Ross and Ari Lennox. Accompanied by friends, Skip Marley turns the bad times into good vibes during a friendly game of soccer, a refreshing dip near a waterfall and a cozy campfire at night. Rozay laces the track with […]
New Video: Grafh “Good Die Young” | Rap Radar
Never forget. Grafh takes it back to The Oracle III album for his latest video. For his DJ Analyze-produced track, the Queens lyricist hits the the corners of his borough and reflects on the countless lives lost in the street. The clip also features footage of protests in response of the current state of racial […]
New Video: Conway The Machine Ft. Method Man “Lemon” | Rap Radar
Lemonade anyone? Conway The Machine and Method Man give their grimy collaboration its matching visuals. Highlighted in various bright yellow gear and facial masks, Conway narrates hood tales from his apartment to a local bodega with his crew. Following a cameo by N.O.R.E., Johnny Blaze lets off his super-natural flow while color coordinating in a […]
Neil Peart Tribute Show to Feature Taylor Hawkins, Chad Smith
Taylor Hawkins of Foo Fighters and Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers highlight an all-star group of drummers who will pay tribute to the late, great Neil Peart of Rush. The event, which takes place this Saturday night (Sept. 12) will serve as a benefit for brain tumor research at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. A […]
New Music: Janelle Monae “Turntables”
Listen up. Flipping through her timeline, Janelle Monae spreads awareness with her uplifting single. Produced by Nate “Rocket” Wonder, Janelle Monae salutes those on the frontlines fighting for democracy, as well as their fight against racial inequalities, white supremacy, systemic racism and oppression. The inspiring track is lifted from the Amazon Studios upcoming documentary, All […]
New Video: Conway The Machine Ft. Method Man “Lemon”
Lemonade anyone? Conway The Machine and Method Man give their grimy collaboration its matching visuals. Highlighted in various bright yellow gear and facial masks, Conway narrates hood tales from his apartment to a local bodega with his crew. Following a cameo by N.O.R.E., Johnny Blaze lets off his super-natural flow while color coordinating in a […]
Kiiara, DeathbyRomy & PVRIS Team Up For “Numb”
Kiiara Returns With ‘I Still Do’ With artfully-crafted gems like “I Still Do” and “Never Let You,” Kiiara’s debut album (due later this fall) is coming together nicely. Today, the 25-year-old reveals another piece of the puzzle with “Numb” — an emo-anthem featuring DeathbyRomy and PVRIS. “Too many people have tried to control me over […]