More than 21 years ago, I saw the Minneapolis rap group Atmosphere open a show at New York’s Knitting Factory. At that show, the late Eyedea was Atmosphere’s hypeman, and they were great. The bill also included a couple of standout New York underground acts, J-Live and MF DOOM, all opening for Chuck D’s terribly […]
Video: Kelis “Midnight Snacks”
It’s been a long time coming, but Kelis is back and satisfies that late-night craving with “Midnight Snacks”. In the complimentary video, Kelis dons a pink robe with a variety of enticing snacks bring the sexually-driven track to life. Those who pre-save the single are also eligible to win one of the three midnight snacks […]
Video: Yo Gotti “For The Record”
From the desk of Gotti. Yo Gotti talks his shit in the accompanying video to his latest single, “For The Record”. Directed by Ben Marc, the Memphis boasts his growing success and his respect in the streets. He leads a chopper and a convoy of Rolls Royces through the desert and perches on a rooftop […]
Conway The Machine “Piano Love”
Conway’s got the keys. Conway The Machine is ready to release his long-awaited Shady debut, God Don’t Make Mistakes and unlocks his first single. Over The Alchemist’s haunting keys, the Griselda rapper unleashes his wicked rhymes full of drug talk, riches, and his respect from the streets to the rap game. “With “Piano Love” I […]
Joyner Lucas Ft. Ty Dolla $ign “Late To The Party”
Don’t be tardy to this party. Joyner Lucas continues his epic run of new music with his latest release, “Late To The Party” featuring Ty Dolla $ign. On the introspective track, the two reflect on karma in the streets, disloyal relationships, and preparing for life’s changing moments. “Late To The Party” follow’s Joyner Lucas’ previous […]
Nardo Wick Ft. Lil Durk, 21 Savage, G Herbo “Who Want Smoke? (Remix)”
Remix! Nardo Wick’s still got more smoke to go around on his new remix featuring Lil Durk, 21 Savage, and G Herbo. Revisiting his previous single, the young Florida rapper brings more heat for the opps with a trio of new shooters.
Mick Jenkins “Contacts”
Mick Jenkins unleashes the beast on the latest single off his upcoming album, Elephant In The Room. Over knocking drums and blaring flutes, the Chi-Town lyricist pops off with his fiery bars and his hostile flow. Real eyes realize real lies.
The National’s Bryce & Aaron Dessner Share Cyrano Song “Someone To Say”
Earlier this week, we got our first look at Cyrano, the Joe Wright-directed movie musical starring Peter Dinklage as Cyrano de Bergerac. It comes with a score and original songs by members of the National, who wrote the music and lyrics for a stage adaptation of the 1897 play a couple years back. Those songs […]
Kelis – “Midnight Snacks”
It’s been a minute since we heard anything new from Kelis, whose last full-length album was 2014’s Food. Now, the singer (and chef!) has shared a slinky new song and video directed by Adrienne Raquel called “Midnight Snacks,” which she teased on social media this week. Produced by The FaNaTix (aka Giggs, Nicki Minaj, Popcaan, […]
Dave Gahan & Soulsavers – “Metal Heart” (Cat Power Cover)
Earlier this week, Depeche Mode’s Dave Gahan announced a new covers album, Imposter, which he recorded with his musical partners Soulsavers. It’ll include Gahan covers of tracks by PJ Harvey, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Mark Lanegan, and more. First up that we’re hearing from it is his cover of “Metal Heart,” a track from Cat […]