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Niki to Embark On Headlining North American 'The Nicole Tour' Photo Niki to Embark On Headlining North American 'The Nicole Tour'
by Michael Major - June 10, 2022

NIKI announces her first North American headlining tour “The Nicole Tour.” The tour will kick off in Vancouver, BC on September 8th, stopping in major cities including New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and more, some of which the key markets had sold-out in the first hour of their presales ...

Niki Shares Single, 'Before,' and Music Video Photo Niki Shares Single, 'Before,' and Music Video
by Marissa Tomeo - June 04, 2022

Today, Jakarta-born, LA-based singer-songwriter, and producer NIKI unveils her new single and accompanying video for “Before.” The track is the first single from her forthcoming album Nicole. NIKI first announced the album on her social media pages earlier this week – read more HERE....

Milli Releases New Single 'Mango Sticky Rice' Photo Milli Releases New Single 'Mango Sticky Rice'
by Michael Major - May 20, 2022

The Thai rapper/singer MILLI, flanked by half a dozen male dancers on either side of her, spitting fiery barbs of a song called “Mango Sticky Rice” while eating spoonfuls of the iconic dish between verses.  The moment was punctuated by MILLI being the first Thai solo artist to ever play at the festi...

88rising Release Compilation Project 'Head in the Clouds Forever' Photo 88rising Release Compilation Project 'Head in the Clouds Forever'
by Michael Major - April 18, 2022

88rising assembled some of the most iconic Asian artists from around the world and across generations. Artists included: Warren Hue (Indonesia), MILLI (Thailand), BIBI (Korea), NIKI (Indonesia), Rich Brian (Indonesia), HIKARU UTADA (Japan), Jackson Wang (China), and CL & 2NE1 (Korea). A full setlist...

Jackson Wang Returns With New Single 'Blow' Photo Jackson Wang Returns With New Single 'Blow'
by Michael Major - March 31, 2022

“Blow” is accompanied by a music video directed by longtime collaborator Daniel Cloud Campos (Jackson Wang’s “100 Ways”, Panic! At The Disco, Zedd) which perfectly complements the song’s fiery energy. Brimming with theatrical suspense, choreography, and fashion, the video highlights his masterful sh...

Warren Hue Releases New Single 'Runaway W Me' Photo Warren Hue Releases New Single 'Runaway W Me'
by Michael Major - February 04, 2022

Today, 19-year-old Indonesian rising rapper, singer and producer Warren Hue releases his new track and video for “RUNAWAY W ME” via 88rising. The track is accompanied by a psychedelic visual that reflects this sentiment, directed and edited by Mattias Russo-Larsson of 'coming of age.' Watch the new ...

Rich Brian Surprise Drops New 'Brightside' EP Photo Rich Brian Surprise Drops New 'Brightside' EP
by Michael Major - January 20, 2022

Directed by the reggies (bbno$ & Rich Brian, Zack Fox, Kenny Beats, Aluna, Kaytranada) Brian also releases a new music video for the project's high-energy focus track “Getcho Mans” which features 88rising labelmate Warren Hue and was shot completely on film. Watch the new music video and listen to t...

Ylona Garcia Shares New Single 'Entertain Me' Photo Ylona Garcia Shares New Single 'Entertain Me'
by Michael Major - January 05, 2022

19 year old Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Ylona Garcia has released an absolute banger of a song called “Entertain Me” via PARADISE RISING/88rising Music.  Much like her 2021 single “All That,” “Entertain Me” is a straight up female empowerment anthem and destined f...

VIDEO: NIKI Shares 'Split' Music Video Photo VIDEO: NIKI Shares 'Split' Music Video
by Michael Major - November 18, 2021

Written by NIKI herself and produced with frequent collaborators Jacob Ray and Bekon & The Donuts, “Split” depicts the emotional pull and turmoil the pressure to continually adapt brings. Like all her well-loved songs – NIKI has over one billion Spotify streams to date – “Split” leaves a mark. Watch...

VIDEO: Rich Brian Releases 'New Tooth' Music Video Photo VIDEO: Rich Brian Releases 'New Tooth' Music Video
by Michael Major - November 04, 2021

Indonesian rapper/singer/producer Rich Brian has released his introspective and hard-hitting new single “New Tooth” on 88rising. Viciously urgent, the track acts as Brian's internal monologue as he fights back on self-doubt, negative impulses, and creative blocks. Watch the new music video now!...

Warren Hue Releases New Single 'West' Photo Warren Hue Releases New Single 'West'
by Michael Major - October 29, 2021

Produced by 88rising go-to production wizards Bekon & The Donuts (Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Rich Brian), “WEST” hypnotizes from the jump with a mesmerizing reel-to-reel tape loop that feels equal parts nostalgic and triumphant. Listen to the new single now!...

Elephante Unveils New Album 'Heavy Glow' Photo Elephante Unveils New Album 'Heavy Glow'
by Michael Major - October 22, 2021

Critically acclaimed artist, producer, and songwriter Elephante unveils his hotly anticipated new album, Heavy Glow, with 88Rising, which marks his official debut for 88Rising [Joji, NIKI, Rich Brian]. Listen to the new album now!...

VIDEO: bbno$ Releases New Single 'yoga' Featuring Rebecca Black Photo VIDEO: bbno$ Releases New Single 'yoga' Featuring Rebecca Black
by Michael Major - October 06, 2021

Watch the new video here as bbno$ treats fans to another brilliant single and video from album highlight ‘yoga’ featuring internet sensation and artist Rebecca Black. Produced by Diamond Pistols, the disco influenced track combines bbno$’s witty wordplay and Rebecca’s seductive vocals with bouncy sy...

Paradise Rising Label Shares 'semilucent 2' EP featuring Rising Filipino Artists Photo Paradise Rising Label Shares 'semilucent 2' EP featuring Rising Filipino Artists
by Michael Major - October 04, 2021

Paradise Rising returns with a new ensemble of artists on its new EP and second installment to its annual compilation album. The latest compilation, semilucent 2, features fresh, new artists both homegrown and diasporic....

Music From and Inspired by SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS Out Tonight Photo Music From and Inspired by SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS Out Tonight
by Michael Major - September 02, 2021

The soundtrack features Anderson .Paak, Rich Brian, Swae Lee, Jhené Aiko, Mark Tuan, Saweetie, Audrey Nuna, NIKI, Guapdad 4000, Warren Hue, keshi, 21 Savage, Rick Ross, DJ Snake, and many more....

Vans Opens 2021 Submissions for 'Musicians Wanted' Competition Photo Vans Opens 2021 Submissions for 'Musicians Wanted' Competition
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 07, 2021

Vans Musicians Wanted is an inclusive global platform that enables creative self-expression through music and helps to provide a direct path for undiscovered artists to emerge and gain global exposure....

88rising Announces Dates and Venue for 2021's Head In The Clouds Los Angeles Festival Photo 88rising Announces Dates and Venue for 2021's Head In The Clouds Los Angeles Festival
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 27, 2021

In conjunction with the festival announcement is the release of “California”, the next single from 88rising’s long-awaited Head In The Clouds lll collaborative album, via 88rising, distributed by 12Tone Music, LLC....

88Rising's Warren Hue Releases 'Too Many Tears' Photo 88Rising's Warren Hue Releases 'Too Many Tears'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 20, 2021

Produced by Jacob Ray, the off-kilter percussion and haunting yet hard-hitting production perfectly compliments Warren’s heartfelt vocals with the accompanying music video directed by James Defina (Post Malone, Joji, Future, Rich Brian)....

88Rising's Latest Signee Warren Hue Emerges With New Single & Visual for 'omomo punk' Photo 88Rising's Latest Signee Warren Hue Emerges With New Single & Visual for 'omomo punk'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 30, 2021

On the release Hue says: “’omomo punk’ is inspired by experimental music with pop and early punk elements. It is energetic and happy, but the lyrics discuss sad themes of fame and relationships. The juxtaposition brings a unique feeling to listeners.” ...

Korean Pop Artist Seori Releases New Single 'Lovers in the Night' Photo Korean Pop Artist Seori Releases New Single 'Lovers in the Night'
by Stephi Wild - March 18, 2021

Today, Korean pop/R&B artist and songwriter, Seori releases her new single and accompanying music video, 'Lovers In The Night” via ATISPAUS/88rising Records/12Tone Music. ...

CHUNG HA's Debut Album 'Querencia' Released Today Photo CHUNG HA's Debut Album 'Querencia' Released Today
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 15, 2021

Querencia is an entire world of musical influences – effortlessly fusing pop powerhouse vocals with elements of house music, Afrobeat, Reggaeton, grime, and more in 21 incredible songs....

Joji Announces New Full-Length Album NECTAR Photo Joji Announces New Full-Length Album NECTAR
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 16, 2020

Today, Joji announces his highly-anticipated sophomore album 'Nectar, ' to be released July 10th via 88rising, distributed by 12Tone Music ....

NIKI Shares Holiday Single 'Sugarplum Elegy' Photo NIKI Shares Holiday Single 'Sugarplum Elegy'
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 06, 2019

Composed and produced by 88rising's resident crooner NIKI, “Sugarplum Elegy” comes as her holiday gift to fans and followers. Out now via 88rising and exclusively distributed by 12Tone music, the single is a welcome, warm addition to the holiday canon....

88rising Shares 'Hopscotch' Music Video Photo 88rising Shares 'Hopscotch' Music Video
by Abigail Charpentier - October 30, 2019

88rising continues their winning streak of singles with the release of the “Hopscotch” music video. Showcasing collective members AUGUST 08, Joji, and Rich Brian with a guest feature from Barney Bones, the single arrives as another cut from the group's latest effort Head In The Clouds II, a diverse ...

Stephanie Poetri & Jackson Wang Release 'I Love You 3000 II' Music Video Photo Stephanie Poetri & Jackson Wang Release 'I Love You 3000 II' Music Video
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 15, 2019

Stephanie Poetri releases new music video for the remix of her viral hit, “I Love You 3000 II” featuring K-Pop superstar Jackson Wang. A campy take on public access talk shows, late night infomercials, cooking programs, and karaoke, the new “I Love You 3000 II” video features Poetri and Wang engaged...











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