The young NYC rockers Loose Buttons remind me of some of the best guitar-pop bands of the aughts. I have often compared them to the Strokes, but on new single “Minor Leaguer — the latest from their upcoming What’s On Outside — I’m hearing quite a bit of early Arctic Monkeys too, particularly in Eric […]
David Ferguson – “Chardonnay” (Feat. Margo Price)
At the end of the week, longtime country music engineer David Ferguson — who has worked with Johnny Cash, John Prine, and Sturgill Simpson, among many others — is releasing his debut album, Nashville No More, after decades in the game. He worked on it with a bunch of country music notables, including Margo Price, […]
Runnner – “Snowplow” (Feat. Skullcrusher)
The rising LA singer-songwriters Runnner (aka Noah Weinman) and Skullcrusher (aka Helen Ballentine) are dating. They have upcoming tour dates together on both coasts. And as of today, they have a new collaborative single called “Snowplow.” It’s a reworked version of “Urgent Care” from Runnner’s recent debut album Always Repeating, and you can hear it […]
Kanye West Says Donda Was Released Without His Permission | SPIN
This morning, Kanye West’s long-awaited Donda was released onto streaming services following three listening events (two in Atlanta and one in Chicago) and two release dates that were pushed. Now, in yet another twist, West says that his label, Universal, released the album without his permission. “UNIVERSAL PUT MY ALBUM OUT WITHOUT MY APPROVAL AND THEY BLOCKED […]
Lee 'Scratch' Perry, Reggae Legend and Dub Pioneer, Dies at 85 | SPIN
Lee “Scratch” Perry, the highly influential reggae musician and producer, has died at the age of 85. Jamaica Observer reports that Perry died at Noel Holmes Hospital in the coastal town of Lucea. No cause of death has been reported. “My deep condolences to the family, friends, and fans of legendary record producer and singer, […]
Stream Kanye West’s Donda — Really!
Kanye West has released his new album, Donda, his first full-length since 2019’s Jesus Is King. It came out the weekend after his third listening party, which took place at Chicago’s Soldier Field. The album features guest appearances from Jay-Z, the Weeknd, Jay Electronica, the Lox, Young Thug, Pop Smoke, Pusha T, Travis Scott, Lil […]
Video: Icewear Veezo Ft. Lil Baby “Know The Difference”
Icewear Veezo separates himself from the rest on his new collaboration featuring Lil Baby. Produced by Celo Beatz and Bay G, the video centers the two turning up in the residential street in the D with a few luxury cars and eye-candy.
Video: Jorja Smith “Time”
Jorja Smith is so photogenic in the latest vignette off her Be Right Back EP. In the grainy clip directed by herself, the British songstress partakes in a photoshoot and sings the importance of patience during a relationship.
Video: Boldy James Ft. Lonnie Bands, The Alchemist “Turkey Noodle Soup”
Boldy James and Lonnie Bands trade raps over The Alchemist beat with “Turkey Noodle Soup”. Under surveillance in a security camera, the two MCs perform their gritty track inside the studio. Turn the music up in their headphones. The track arrives following the release of Boldy James and The Alchemist’s recent LP, Bo Jackson.
Jadakiss “Who Shot Ya Freestyle”
The game’s all Jada’s. Jadakiss’ critically-acclaimed “Who Shot Ya Freestyle” finally gets its proper and official release. Premiered live during The Lox Verzuz battle with Dipset, the Top 5 Dead Or Alive MC shows and proves he is among the greatest of all time over the Biggie classic. The release arrives with both the studio […]