Latest Articles![]() by Josh Sharpe - August 06, 2024 Dave Guy is set to release his debut album, Ruby, on September 20th. Throughout the album, he explores New York Jazz and pushes the boundaries of the genre by incorporating shades of hip hop and soul, making it both unique and modern. Now, he shares his latest single, “Pinky Ring.'... ![]() by Josh Sharpe - July 19, 2024 10 years ago this week, “Weird Al” Yankovic released Mandatory Fun, the first comedy album in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard albums chart. Now, in celebration of that unprecedented feat, Yankovic released his new single and video “Polkamania!,” a medley of some of the biggest and most memor... ![]() by Josh Sharpe - June 18, 2024 A legendary performer who will turn 85 next month on July 10, Mavis Staples continues to be a tour-de-force in music and a voice for the voiceless in today’s divided society. Well known for her work in the gospel and Americana space, Staples is also an R&B icon who famously worked with the one and o... ![]() by Josh Sharpe - April 30, 2024 GRAMMY award-winning, genre-bending R&B superstar Lucky Daye has announced his forthcoming album Algorithm, which is due out in June via Keep Cool/RCA Records. To coincide with the album announcement, he also has announced his long-awaited and highly-anticipated “The Algorithm Tour,” produced by Liv... ![]() by Josh Sharpe - April 19, 2024 Diplo has debuted a rework of The Outfield’s iconic track “Your Love” from his acclaimed country persona Thomas Wesley. The new track is taken from the forthcoming Diplo Presents Thomas Wesley: The Mixtape, out next Friday, April 26, a one-off project featuring electronic reworks of previously relea... ![]() by Stephi Wild - April 05, 2024 Diplo and London DJ and producer Riva Starr unveil a new track, “Heaven Or Not” featuring Kareen Lomax, via Diplo’s own label Higher Ground.... ![]() by Michael Major - March 26, 2024 Join Diplo's Run Club launching in Fall 2024 with inaugural runs in San Francisco and Seattle. Tickets are now available. Experience a unique blend of music and fitness. Presented in partnership with Mascot Sports and Wasserman, more dates for Diplo's Run Club will be announced soon—see further deta... ![]() by Michael Major - March 18, 2024 UNO Malta is set to kick off a thrilling festival season with a grand launch party on May 2nd, featuring performances by Mochakk and other artists. First up in the UNO calendar is its grand opening party on 1st May, featuring the inimitable Mochakk and incredible Kiev DJ and producer Korolova.... ![]() by Michael Major - March 05, 2024 The band releases a live version of the track filmed at Diamond Mine studio in Long Island City, owned by the soul-funk rhythm section who've performed with the likes of Amy Winehouse, Sharon Jones, Charles Bradley, Lee Fields and seen all-star producers like Mark Ronson and Jeff Bhasker use the stu... ![]() by Michael Major - March 01, 2024 “Anthem” is the latest offering in a string of Higher Ground singles that have found Diplo refocusing on his house music imprint, following “Stay High” with French DJ HUGEL and London artist Julia Church, “Diamond Therapy” with Walker & Royce and Channel Tres and “Favela Joint” with Portuguese DJ an... ![]() by Michael Major - February 28, 2024 Billie Eilish and Finneas, Jon Batiste, Becky G, and Scott George and the Osage Singers will be joining Ryan Gosling and Mark Ronson as performers at this year's Oscars. Find out all the details about this year's Oscars performances now!... ![]() by Michael Major - February 09, 2024 In the world of Pokémon, Trainers strive to achieve their dreams with their Pokémon partners by their side. In the official music video for “Never Be Lonely”, we journey to a future world where Jax Jones and Zoe Wees deliver a mesmerising performance. The real magic happens when the beloved Pokémon ... ![]() by Michael Major - February 05, 2024 Check out photos from the GRAMMYs. Winners throughout the night included Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, SZA, Billie Eilish, and more. Presenters included Oprah Winfrey, Celine Dion, Meryl Streep, Drew Barrymore, and Mariah Carey. Performers also included Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile, Cyrus, Eilish, SZA... ![]() by Michael Major - January 31, 2024 Presenters have been added to the lineup for the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards and taking the stage will be Christina Aguilera, Samara Joy, Lenny Kravitz, Maluma, Lionel Richie, Mark Ronson, Meryl Streep, Taylor Tomlinson, and Oprah Winfrey.... ![]() by Michael Major - January 26, 2024 Grammy award-winning DJ and producer Purple Disco Machine teams up with Icelandic artist ÁSDÍS for their latest single 'Beat of Your Heart'. The high-energy track combines disco-infused sounds with magnetic vocals, catchy melodies, and danceable grooves. Check out the official music video and listen... ![]() by Michael Major - January 23, 2024 Diplo debuts a livestream video of one of his DJ sets recorded in Antarctica during the seven-day expedition he helped organize last month to raise awareness and funds for ocean conservancy in partnership with wellness collective Secular Sabbath. Watch the video livestream now!... ![]() by Michael Major - December 22, 2023 Jax Jones unveils explosive new single 'Forever' featuring Robbie G to cap off a phenomenal 2023. Embodying the spirit of unapologetic celebration, 'Forever' follows in the footsteps of Jax Jones' chart-topping hits, including the club anthem 'Won't Forget You' with Ina Wroldsen, a collaboration tha... ![]() by Michael Major - December 20, 2023 Ryan Gosling has dropped three new remixes of 'I'm Just Ken' from the Barbie movie, including a festive holiday version! 'Ken the EP' features the original song, along with “I’m Just Ken (Merry Kristmas Barbie),” “I’m Just Ken (In My Feelings Acoustic)” and “I’m Just Ken (Purple Disco Machine Remix)... ![]() by Michael Major - December 08, 2023 Grammy-winning artists Diplo and Maren Morris share a new track, “42”—listen here. Co-written by Ryan Tedder (Beyoncé, Adele, Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber), the new song marks the first collaboration between the two global superstars, who have long been searching for an opportunity to work together.... ![]() by Michael Major - November 24, 2023 Higher Ground’s L.A. takeover will hit LA Plaza De Cultura Y Artes for a sold-out show on December 2, with a recently added second date on December 3 due to popular demand, featuring music by Diplo, HUGEL, Elkka, Masha Mar, Coco & Breezy and Lupe Fuentes. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates now!... ![]() by Michael Major - November 02, 2023 Known for attracting world-class Thoroughbred racehorses, A-list celebrity attendees, tastemakers, influencers, and avid racing fans, 1/ST has once again partnered with Palm Tree Crew and David Grutman’s Groot Hospitality to curate a unique Miami experience including an unforgettable headline perfor... ![]() by Michael Major - November 02, 2023 The 14th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards 2023 nominations have been announced, with artists like Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, and Metro Boomin receiving nominations. Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alan Menken, The Little Mermaid, Theater Camp, and more are coming nominees for this y... ![]() by Michael Major - October 13, 2023 Blu DeTiger's new single, 'Cut Me Down' (feat. Mallrat). The two artists trade off on vocals, bringing a breezy energy as they confront those who take pleasure in cutting other people down. Blu also plays bass on the track, which she produced with John Hill and Sam Homaee. Blu and Mallrat wrote “Cut... ![]() by Michael Major - September 25, 2023 Pippa Scott has released her own Jazz infused version of the Mark Ronson / Amy Winehouse track 'Valerie.' Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, from her upbringing in Vancouver, to her youth in Manchester, UK, to her mental health struggles with BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder).... ![]() by Michael Major - September 15, 2023 “Diamond Therapy,” featuring rapper, singer and producer Channel Tres, has been released via Diplo’s own Higher Ground imprint. Following his country album Diplo Present Thomas Wesley: Chapter 2—Swamp Savant from earlier this year, Diplo’s focus returns to his house music imprint Higher Ground with ... |