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Rayana Jay Unveils New Single 'Garden'
by Josh Sharpe - July 17, 2024 Bay Area R&B songstress Rayana Jay unveils her lush new single, 'GARDEN,' available now on all digital streaming platforms. The R&B artist effortlessly blends velvety smooth melodies, introspective lyrics, and contemporary sounds, offering listeners a soulful experience that delves into themes of gr...
MAX Announces New Album 'LOVE IN STEREO'
by Michael Major - January 11, 2024 MAX tunes into a myriad of emotions and sonic vibes across LOVE IN STEREO. He sets the stage for its arrival with the fresh, flirty, and funkified new single “SAY LESS” [feat. Duckwrth] on January 19. The album boasts another new collaboration with “STUPID IN LOVE” featuring Huh Yunjin of Le Sserafi...
Snakehips Release Deluxe Album Plus Single With Muni Long
by Michael Major - July 28, 2023 Muni Long’s vocals flow across the track, imbuing her ultra-melodic vocals with fiery lyricism in tow. The single was co-written and produced by prolific hit-makers Stargate, who have 10 Billboard number 1s, multiple Grammy award nominations and wins, and have penned chart-topping records for Beyonc...
PHABO Shares Emotive LP 'Don't Get Too Cozy'
by Michael Major - June 16, 2023 Don't Get Too Cozy is an 18-track collection masterfully produced by industry giants such as Troy Taylor (Boyz 2 Men, Trey Songz, Babyface), Louie Lastic (Goldlink, Kehlani, AmbréL), and GRAMMY Award winner Eric Hudson (John Legend, Nas, Kanye West). The record's theme, an earnest pursuit for love a...
Snakehips Announce North American Tour
by Michael Major - January 19, 2023 The upcoming genre-blending project will also feature their second hit collaboration with Tinashe, “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight”, “All Around The World” which boasts a flowing vocal from rapper / songwriter Duckwrth and “WATER” featuring Los-Angeles based talent Bryce Vine....
Snakehips, Bia & Lucky Daye Connect on New Track 'Solitude'
by Michael Major - December 02, 2022 Working with Anderson .Paak, H.E.R and Davido helped Snakehips as global tastemakers with an ear for the sound of tomorrow. Their catalogue of hits include lush and sultry ‘On & On’, dreamy single ‘Days With You’, mega-hit ‘All My Friends’ (ft. Tinashe and Chance The Rapper), pop banger ‘Cruel’ ...
Felly Shares New Single 'me and my gang'
by Michael Major - December 01, 2022 Felly has worked with the likes of Carlos Santana on his song 'Heartstrings,' as well as works with Ari Lennox, Monte Booker, Oliver Malcolm, Fousheé, Jack Harlow, Kota The Friend, and more. He's focused on creating music, finding inspiration in the likes of Bob Marley, Rage Against the Machine, Ric...
Set Mo Rounds Off Remix Package for Snakehips and Tinashe
by Michael Major - November 18, 2022 Set Mo strips Snakehips and Tinashe’s collaboration “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight” back into a minimalist tech-house thumper meant for peak-time DJ sets. Driving four-four rhythms grind into a groove, softened by synth droplets amongst Tinashe’s chopped-up vocals. The club-ready Set Mo remix breathe...
VIDEO: Tank and The Bangas return to TODAY to perform “Communion In My Cup”
by Michael Major - November 14, 2022 Best New Artist Grammy nominees Tank and The Bangas returned to the “TODAY Show” to perform their track “Communion In My Cup” featuring The Ton3s. The upcoming run of concert dates features a variety of special guests such as Big Freedia, Kat Edmonson, Brandee Younger and Isaiah Sharkey. Watch a vid...
Tank and the Bangas Team Up With Earthgang for 'Communion in My Cup' Remix
by Michael Major - November 09, 2022 Best New Artist Grammy nominees Tank and The Bangas team up with acclaimed hip-hop duo EARTHGANG for a remix of their track, “Communion In My Cup.” In addition, the band continues to take their lauded live show on the road this year, including a residency at New York’s Blue Note Jazz Club....
VIDEO: Tinashe and Snakehips Release Official Music Video
by Michael Major - November 08, 2022 Snakehips and Tinashe continue to build upon the buzz of their delicate, piano-driven single “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight,” with a touching new music video. Directed by Axel Kabundji (Dom Kennedy, Hit Boy), it’s an intimate tale of romance and perseverance starring Tinashe and a partner seeking red...
BAYLI Releases 'Stories 2' EP
by Michael Major - October 21, 2022 BAYLI has released her latest single “Pressure,” a dreamy, R&B-infused pop classic about the sacrifices we all make to reach our goals, how they often take us away from the people we care about the most for long stretches of time, and how we sometimes get scared and overwhelmed because it feels like...
Tom Everett Remixes Snakehips and Tinashe's New Single
by Michael Major - October 14, 2022 Tom Everett brings a rave-worthy sound to “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight,” remixing the instant classic from Snakehips and Tinashe. Gentle piano keys make way for strobing synths in Everett’s upbeat, yet emotional rework of the long-awaited reunion between the “All My Friends” collaborators....
RZN8R Presents the Second of His Two-Part 'CLEARING THE SLATE' Album Series 'WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE'
by Michael Major - September 19, 2022 RZN8R (pronounced “resonator”) is the moniker of Oakland-raised, Brooklyn-based producer and singer Derek Buckwalter. WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE is the second of the two-part RZN8R “CLEARING THE SLATE” series. The cover art for both albums was designed by Brazilian-American artist Paula Sefer, who was a...
Snakehips & Tinashe Reunite for 'Who's Gonna Love You Tonight'
by Michael Major - September 09, 2022 The songstress lends her airy vocals to the UK duo’s lush production, settling into the space between emotional ballad and toe-tapping groove. Expressive percussion provides contrast to the tenderness of Tinashe’s voice, amplified by Snakehips’ trademark blend of R&B, pop, and electronic elements in...
Snakehips and Duckwrth Release 'All Around The World'
by Michael Major - July 01, 2022 Their latest original production boasts a flowing vocal from rapper / songwriter Duckwrth, and directly follows up the pair’s recent hit single “WATER.” featuring Los-Angeles based talent Bryce Vine, released at the end of this April. The feelgood sonic offering is out July 1st to listen to across a...
BAYLI Releases New Single 'think of drugs'
by Michael Major - June 02, 2022 Multi-faceted pop innovator BAYLI has released her latest single “think of drugs,” coinciding with the announcement that BAYLI is Spotify’s EQUAL Ambassador for June during the month of PRIDE - a program that celebrates the women making waves in music around the world....
BAYLI Releases New Single 'TELLY BAG'
by Michael Major - May 06, 2022 “TELLY BAG” is an ode to BAYLI’s love for Telfar, fashion, her queer identity, and bad bitches of all genders, sizes, and colors. The music video sees a cast of LGBTQ creators from her community – including Diallo Mitch, Brendan Jordan, Kid Kenn, Blossom, and more - come together in a celebration of...
Pharrell Williams Announces 'Something In The Water' Festival Lineup
by Michael Major - April 27, 2022 SITW will celebrate art, culture and music with performances by Ashanti & Ja Rule, Ashe, Baby Tate, Baird, BIA, Blxst, Calvin Harris, Chloe x Halle, Dave Matthews Band, Tyler, The Creator, Usher, Dominic Fike, Lil Baby, Lil Uzi Vert, Lucky Daye, María Isabel, JID, T.I., Tierra Whack, Tobe Nwigwe, T...
Aluna Joins Forces With Jayda G On New Track 'Mine 'O Mine'
by Michael Major - April 26, 2022 British singer-songwriter Aluna is back today with a brand-new track, and an exciting new collaboration with Jayda G - the GRAMMY-nominated, Canadian-born DJ, producer and Ninja Tune icon. The track, ‘Mine ‘O Mine', just received its first play as Clara Amfo’s ‘Hottest Record’ on BBC Radio 1....
Green Day, Post Malone & SZA Lead Outside Lands Festical Line Up
by Michael Major - April 19, 2022 Household names like Weezer, Jack Harlow, Phoebe Bridgers, Illenium, Lil Uzi Vert, Kali Uchis, Disclosure, Mitski and more will be joined by some of the best new talent as well as fan favorites, including Anitta, Polo & Pan, Pusha T, Dominic Fike, Mac DeMarco, 100 Gecs, Kim Petras, Parcels, Wet Leg,...
Grammy Nominee Tarriona 'Tank' Ball Sings the National Anthem Before NCAA Tournament
by Marissa Tomeo - April 05, 2022 Last night, Tarriona “Tank” Ball—of Best New Artist Grammy nominees Tank and The Bangas—sang the National Anthem with the Preservation Hall Jazz Band ahead of the men’s NCAA Tournament final between Kansas and North Carolina. Watch/share the performance HERE....
Tank & the Bangas Debut New Song 'Why Try' Featuring Questlove
by Michael Major - March 31, 2022 Best New Artist Grammy nominee Tank and The Bangas debuts new song, “Why Try,” featuring Questlove today alongside an accompanying music video. “Why Try” is the latest song to be revealed from the band’s third studio album, Red Balloon. Watch the music video for the new track now! Plus, check out up...
Electric Forest Reveals Additional Artists to the 2022 Festival Lineup
by Michael Major - March 24, 2022 The full slate of newly announced artists joins previously announced headliners The String Cheese Incident, GRiZ, Porter Robinson, Louis The Child, Disclosure, The Disco Biscuits, Big Gigantic, SLANDER, Fisher, and Sylvan Esso....
Tank & the Bangas Premiere Two New Tracks in Celebration of Black History Month
by Michael Major - February 28, 2022 In celebration of Black History Month, Best New Artist Grammy nominee and critically acclaimed band Tank and The Bangas are premiering two new songs—“Stolen Fruit” and “Black Folk” featuring Alex Isley & Masego—alongside accompanying videos. Watch the new music videos now! Plus, check out upcoming t... |