John Prine achieved something that no other person in Illinois history has: the singer/songwriter was named the state’s first honorary Illinois Poet Laureate. In a state that was the home to legendary writers, this is no small feat. Gov. JB Pritzker made the declaration in a release today. “Illinois has been home to many talented […]
Britney Spears’ “Get Back” Deserves The “Mood Ring” Treatment
Britney’s ‘Mood Ring’ Is Here One of the nicest things to happen in 2020 (yes, there have been a couple of not-entirely-horrible moments) is the belated success of Britney Spears’ “Mood Ring.” Glory’s Japanese bonus track reached number one on iTunes and even got a Pride-friendly remix package. That got me thinking about another immaculate […]
TIDAL: Jadakiss vs Fabolous
Monday on Elm Street. The epic match-up of Freddy vs Jason comes to Verzuz for the webcast series’ latest rap battle between Jadakiss and Fabolous. On Monday night (June 29), Brooklyn’s Loso and Yonker’s Kiss stood side-by-side going punchline for punchline for 20 rounds with their classic songs. The well-respected MCs brought their radio friendly […]
New Music: Burna Boy “Wonderful”
Feeling it in the soul. Burna Boy’s music brings joy on the latest single off his upcoming album, Twice As Tall. Anchored by Telz’ Afrobeat, the Nigerian star uplifts the spirits of his people during these uncertain times of need. Africa maybe far, but in reality it’s where the heart is.
Hayley Williams Shares Behind the Scenes Video for 'Sugar on the Rim'
Hayley Williams’ Petals for Armor, which was released in May, is one of our favorite albums of the year. Despite having to cancel her the tour for her first solo album, Williams has seemingly remained upbeat in the face of upheaval. The Paramore singer shared a new behind-the-scenes video for “Sugar on the Rim,” which sees her […]
Ellie Goulding & Lauv Join Forces For “Slow Grenade”
Ellie Goulding’s ‘Brightest Blue’ As we inch closer to the release of Ellie Goulding’s long-awaited 4th album, Brightest Blue, she continues to treat us to new music. The latest bop to be rolled out is called “Slow Grenade” and it’s a perky pop collaboration with Lauv. “Help me, my God this got messy,” the Brit […]
New Video: Kanye West Ft. Travis Scott “Wash Us In The Blood” | Rap Radar
Southside let it bang! During these tough times, Kanye uplifts the spirits on the first single off his newly announced album, God’s Country. Featuring Travis Scott, the roaring track is produced by Kanye West, FnZ, Ronny J, and mixed by Dr. Dre. In the Arthur Jafa-directed video, Yeezy morphs digitally in a series of symbolic […]
Refused – “The Ballad Of Buck Ravers”
A whole lot of people, including me, are very excited for Cyberpunk 2077, the first big release from Polish video game developer CD Projekt Red since their 2015 open-world RPG masterpiece The Witcher 3. In Cyberpunk 2077, which is now slated for a November release, mercenary protagonist V talks to the “digital ghost” of famed […]
Watch Alanis Morissette's New Video for 'Smiling'
Being stuck in quarantine can really make you focus inward, reflect and sometimes get emotional, and those are just some of the emotions that play out in Alanis Morissette’s new video for “Smiling.” Teaming up with members the Broadway cast of Jagged Little Pill, the visual gives us a deep look into how people are doing […]
Disclosure – "My High" (Feat. Aminé & slowthai)
Last month, the brother producer duo Disclosure announced a new album, ENERGY, the proper follow-up to their 2015 album Caracal. It features a stacked guest list, with appearances from Mick Jenkins, Channel Tres, Common, Kelis, Kehlani, Syd, and more. It also has a track called “My High” which features Aminé and slowthai and is being […]