Pitchfork2 months agoMusicListen to Tonn2Lit's "Trappa of the Year": The OnesTonn2Lit brings a new digital bounce to trap music reminiscent of ATL gems. Trap music continues to influence street anthems in the DMV region. [ more ]
KQED5 months agoMusicThe Best Bay Area Music of 2023 | KQEDAG Club's EP 'WE'RE ALL BRODIES*' stands out as a whimsical and chaotic-good rap project. B. Hamilton's EP 'Other Lives of Magic and Wonder and Whatever' showcases the band's versatility in blending various genres. [ more ]
Pitchfork3 months agoMusicCadence Weapon Announces Album, Shares Video for New Song "Press Eject"Cadence Weapon announces new album Rollercoaster Rollercoaster features collaborations with various producers [ more ]
Pitchfork3 months agoMusicJohn Glacier Signs to Young, Announces EP, and Shares Video for New SongJohn Glacier has a new EP, Like a Ribbon, set for release on February 23 via her new label Young. The EP features the song 'Money Shows' featuring Eartheater with production by Kwes Darko. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan3 months agoMusicAngry Blackmen talk influence of Danny Brown, Nine Inch Nails, Philip K. Dick & more on new LPExperimental rap duo Angry Blackmen releases new album The Legend of ABM, on Deathbomb Arc [ more ]
Pitchfork3 months agoMusicListen to Kim Gordon's "Bye Bye": The OnesOpium Kim G's music has a unique sound with blown-out bass and distorted beats The Ones is a daily post that highlights new rap songs that listeners need to hear [ more ]
BrooklynVegan4 months agoMusic16 New Songs Out TodayYoung Miko and Bizarrap collaborate on a trap-pop banger. Packs releases a cat-perspective song ahead of upcoming album Melt The Honey. [ more ]
Pitchfork4 months agoMusicListen to Glorygirl2950's "Dior Skirt": The OnesGlorygirl2950's song 'Dior Skirt' features a mix of intense ad libs and a shrill, scream-rap flow. The song has a stylish sound with Bear1boss-style melodies and a rage-driven guitar beat. [ more ]
New York Post2 weeks agoMusicEminem's new album announcement is worrying fans: 'The end of his rap career'Eminem, aka Marshall Mathers, to release 12th studio album 'The Death of Slim Shady'. [ more ]
Consequence1 month agoMusicJ. Cole responds to Kendrick Lamar on surprise new album, Might Delete LaterJ. Cole released surprise album 'Might Delete Later' Closing track includes response to Kendrick Lamar's diss [ more ]
www.nytimes.com2 months agoMusicOn Residente's New Album, a Troublemaker Reveals His HeartResidente is still deeply invested in lyrics and storytelling despite the album's title Residente's new album features diverse influences and collaborations showcasing a wide range of musical styles and themes. [ more ]
BKReader2 months agoMusicFeb 19: Brooklyn Black History Maker, MC LyteMC Lyte's roots in rap date back to her teenage years, heavily influenced by her family members. She is known for her narrative, story-telling style of rap that addresses social issues and personal experiences. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com4 months agoMusicThe best songs of 2023 you may not have heardYou might've missed this track from London-based rapper Ashden because it came out in late November, on his EP Grace, and isn't technically a single (there aren't any on the EP, he tells me).
Pitchfork5 months agoMusicListen to L5's "Momma We Made It": The OnesDruski's parody skit critiques the emotional simplicity of the new generation of Atlanta rappers. L5's track 'Momma We Made It' is praised for adding emotional depth to the Atlanta wave of rap music. [ more ]
euronews2 weeks agoFrance politicsLes Flammes 2024: Aya Nakamura reigns supreme wins three top awardsAya Nakamura solidified her position as the French queen of hip-hop at Les Flammes, receiving three major awards. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan5 months agoMusicEarl Sweatshirt & The Alchemist played NYC w/ MIKE, Wiki, Armand Hammer, Navy Blue & more (pics, video)Earl Sweatshirt and The Alchemist performed a guest-filled show at Brooklyn Steel in NYC. Wiki named Earl, MIKE, Navy Blue, and others as his favorite current rappers. The setlist included songs from The Alchemist, Wiki, and Earl Sweatshirt, as well as collaborations with other artists. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan5 months agoMusic5 New Songs Out Today17-year-old Dominican rapper J Noa releases hard-hitting new single "Spicy" Bonnie 'Prince' Billy releases full-band version of song not included on his recent album UK metallic hardcore band Last Wishes returns with new music Chicago emo band Dowsing shares second single from upcoming album London-based duo O. releases debut EP with anger-fueled single "ATM" [ more ]
Consequence5 months agoMusicPrince lectured Andre 3000 after subpar OutKast reunion performancePrince lectured André 3000 after OutKast's reunion performance at Coachella. OutKast is unlikely to end their hiatus anytime soon due to changing chemistry and lack of interesting things to say in raps. [ more ]