This past Friday, Bandcamp kicked off the first of its three First Fridays where it would waive its rev share with artists and give all funds directly to the artists. And it paid off. Bandcamp reported today that sales on May 1 were $7.1 million, all of which went directly to artists. “Update on last […]
New Video: Rod Wave “Girl Of My Dreams” | Rap Radar
Dreamgirl. Rod Wave visions his ideal woman in his Pray 4 Love’s new video. Lounging in his bed at, Rod muses his lady waking gracefully on the sandy beaches and laying in a pasture of flowers.
New Video: Ruste Juxx “Rockin While I’m Rollin” | Rap Radar
Roll with Ruste. Ruste Juxx’ still rocking and rolling in the video to his latest track. Opened with old footage of him and the late Sean Price, the Crown Heights MC hits the New York park and strolls through the streets while rapping to a Navi the North-produced beat.
The Flaming Lips – "He Stopped Loving Her Today" (George Jones Cover)
The Flaming Lips have covered country legend George Jones’ “He Stopped Loving Her Today” for the thriller movieArkansas, which is being released on DVD and VOD services tomorrow after its world premiere at SXSW was cancelled due to the whole festival itself being cancelled. Coyne and company appear in the movie themselves, performing the cover […]
Musicians Call Congress for More COVID-19 Relief
Of Montreal, Frankie Cosmos, Speedy Ortiz, Fugazi’s Guy Picciotto, Geoff Rickly of Thursday and Sonic Youth’s Lee Ranaldo are just some of the musicians who have signed a new letter calling Congress to provide more aid to musicians who have been financially affected during the global pandemic. Put together by the Union of Musicians and […]
Flaming Lips Cover George Jones' "He Stopped Loving Her Today" in New Movie
Arkansas, a dark-comedy film that stars Liam Hemsworth, Vince Vaughn and more is out on streaming platforms on May 5 via Lionsgate. Usually, this would require a ho-hum reaction because what movie isn’t being released on-demand these days? However, the Flaming Lips make an appearance and not in the fashion you’d expect. An eye-patch wearing […]
645AR's Surreal Coronavirus-Themed "Yoga" Video Is Truly Insane
The Bronx-born, Southern-raised rapper 645AR’s natural voice is a baritone, but he performs in a cartoonish high-pitched tone he refers to as “the squeak.” It is one of the most polarizing sounds I’ve ever heard, like if Valee inhaled helium or Elmo started breathing murderous threats over 808 bass bombs. It seems like it must […]
Dark Thoughts – “What’s Your Game” (Ramones Cover)
The great Philly punk band Dark Thoughts have been tearing up the DIY circuit in recent years, playing their fast and melodic pogo music with a verve and energy that we rarely see from anyone. They released their most recent album Must Be Nice in December, and it rules. Dark Thoughts have never been shy […]
Billy Joel, Sting and More to Play Rise Up New York!
Billy Joel, Sting, Mariah Carey, Bon Jovi and more will be doing virtual performances for Rise Up New York! on May 11. Hosted by Robin Hood, an organization fighting poverty in New York City in conjunction with iHeartMedia, the telethon will be raising money to support New Yorkers who have been experiencing hardship due to […]
Tanya Donelly – "Here Comes Your Man" (Pixies Cover)
For the last few weeks, Tanya Donelly — of Belly, Breeders, and Throwing Muses fame — has been releasing a series of covers that she’s been recording while in isolation, with all proceeds from the tracks going to different charities. So far, she’s covered Marianne Faithfull, Labi Siffre, and Bob Marley. This week, she’s covered […]