Meek Mill has recruited Justin Timberlake for his new song and video, “Believe.” The uplifting anthem soundtracks the story of a father and daughter whose relationship is affected by the latter’s time spent in prison. Meek references his own prison time in his verses: “In a school of failure, we …
Read More »Spanish Singer María José Llergo on Flamenco's Radical Roots
María José Llergo’s first EP opens with a knock on a sheet metal door. Recorded on her iPhone, a voice answers: “Who is it?” Llergo responds, “It’s me, grandpa.” Her grandfather asks, “Are you coming to see me?” The exchange marks Llergo’s arrival to the Spanish sierra where she grew …
Read More »The Format Reunite After 12 Years, Announce 2020 Tour Dates
The Format have reunited for a brief tour. The indie rock duo — consisting of Nate Ruess of fun. and Sam Means — went on hiatus in 2008. While performing a surprise acoustic performance in Phoenix on Monday, Ruess explained the genesis of the reunion to the crowd.“About a year …
Read More »The Living Legacy of Bob Marley
This article was originally published March 28th, 2014. It’s being republished in honor of what would have been Bob Marley‘s 75th birthday, February 6th, 2020. Bob Marley’s legend just keeps growing, but his sons and daughters are the ones who live with it most closely. It’s a big family – …
Read More »Dua Lipa Gets 'Physical' on Club-Ready New Single
Dua Lipa has unveiled her latest single, “Physical,” from her upcoming sophomore album, Future Nostalgia. The track follows previously released LP songs “Don’t Start Now” and the title track. Earlier this month, the singer also shared a six-track remix EP for “Don’t Start Now.” “All night I’ll riot with you/I …
Read More »Watch Mariah, Guaynaa Cruise the 305 in New 'Taxi' Video
Reggaeton buffs know Guaynaa from his no-holds-barred verses in songs like “Rebota” and, most recently, Mon Laferte’s protest song, “Plata Ta Tá.” Yet the Puerto Rican MC meets his match in “Taxi,” the latest single by tough girl newcomer Mariah. Hailing from Miami, Florida, the 19-year-old Cuban-Boricua artist first generated …
Read More »Watch Grammy-Winner Roddy Ricch Perform 'The Box' on 'Fallon'
Following his win at the Grammys on Sunday night, Roddy Ricch appeared on The Tonight Show to perform his single “The Box.” Ricch, who wore a Kobe Bryant Lakers jersey, rapped the track inside a three-walled video box, which shifted its screens throughout the performance. Ricch won Best Rap Performance …
Read More »Post Malone, Travis Scott, A$AP Rocky Lead 2020 Rolling Loud Miami
Post Malone, Travis Scott and A$AP Rocky will headline the 2020 lineup of Rolling Loud Festival’s flagship Miami event, which takes place May 8th through the 10th at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Lil Uzi Vert, 21 Savage, Rick Ross, Big Sean, Megan Thee Stallion, Swae Lee, Juicy …
Read More »Ariana Grande Performs 'Thank U, Next' Medley at the 2020 Grammy Awards
Ariana Grande performed three songs off Thank U, Next at the 2020 Grammy Awards. This is her most-nominated year yet (with five nods) and the first time she has been up for both Album of the Year and Record of the Year. Grande began the medley with “Imagine,” performing in …
Read More »Roger and Brian Eno Announce First Dual Album 'Mixing Colours'
Brian Eno will release his first joint album with brother Roger on March 20th via Deutsche Grammophon. The album, titled Mixing Colours, will include 18 new tracks composed by the duo, all of which are named after hues like “Burnt Umber” and “Verdigris.” The pair shared the first song off …
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