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Catpack Share Love Language Single 'The Top'
by Josh Sharpe - May 23, 2024 Catpack is the organic output of genuine friendship and collaborative spirit among three esteemed musicians, each bringing their unique sounds together to create something fresh and vibrant. ‘The Top’ is an ethereal and spacious voyage, layered with a multitude of synth-sounds and percussion. The so...
Video: Watch Killer Mike Perform 'Motherless' For Vevo
by Michael Major - January 16, 2024 Vevo and Killer Mike release performance video for 'Motherless' in new collaboration. Vevo Ctrl artists demand attention, and Vevo's Ctrl shines a deserving spotlight. Killer Mike's performance follows sessions from Rick Ross, Common, Rapsody, Fat Joe, Jeezy, Jadakiss, Fabolous, A$AP Ferg and more. ...
Basquiat Estate Announce Last 10 Copies of Jean-Michel's 'Beat Bop' To Be Sold
by Michael Major - November 27, 2023 The exhibition has been a celebration of the many facets of Jean-Michel’s life, work, and impact by those who knew him best. In celebration of Jean-Michel’s contributions to Hip Hop culture, his friendships and support of other artists, as well as Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary, the Estate of Jean-Miche...
Moonchild Reimagine Their Previous Hits In New Project 'Reflections'
by Michael Major - November 10, 2023 ‘Reflections' is the new EP from GRAMMY-nominated LA-trio Moonchild (aka Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, & Max Bryk). Inspired by the band's iconic Tiny Desk performance (now on 4.9 million views), the ‘Reflections' project sees the band reimagine and revisit old songs, including some of the trio's bi...
Video: Watch Offset Perform 'ON THE RIVER' With Son, Wave Set Cephus
by Michael Major - November 07, 2023 Vevo, the world's leading music video network, announces Offset as the next artist in their ctrl series with a performance of “ON THE RIVER' off his sophomore solo album, SET IT OFF. 'ON THE RIVER' serves as not only Offset's debut ctrl performance, but the debut performance of his toddler son, Wave...
Video: Mr Eazi Shares Live Performance of 'We Dey'
by Michael Major - November 01, 2023 Vevo’s Ctrl series highlights the work of hard-hitting, cutting-edge musicians making an impact in the music scene. These artists demand attention, and Vevo’s Ctrl shines a deserving spotlight. Mr Eazi's performance follows sessions from Rick Ross, Common, Rapsody, Fat Joe, Jeezy, Jadakiss, Fabolous...
Moonchild Hypnotise With A Piano Rendition of 'Cure'
by Michael Major - October 19, 2023 Moonchild Hypnotise with a Piano Rendition of “Cure”. Grammy-nominated LA-trio Moonchild releases an acoustic version of their song 'Cure' from the upcoming EP 'Reflections.' The piano rendition offers a serene take on the original track....
Video: BIA Shares Performance of 'FALLBACK' For Vevo Ctrl
by Michael Major - August 24, 2023 Vevo’s Ctrl series highlights the work of musicians making an impact in the music scene – both emerging and established. These artists demand attention, and Vevo’s Ctrl shines a deserving spotlight. BIA's performance follows sessions from Rick Ross, Common, Rapsody, Fat Joe, Jeezy, Jadakiss, Fabolou...
Tank and the Bangas Unveil 'Black Folk (Remix)' Featuring Kota the Friend, Rapsody & More
by Michael Major - August 15, 2023 Red Balloon was released last May on Verve Records to widespread critical praise. Predominantly produced by Tank and the Bangas, the 16-track album includes contributions from Big Freedia, Alex Isley, Masego, Lalah Hathaway, Jacob Collier, Questlove, Trombone Shorty, Jamison Ross, The Ton3s, Georgia...
VIDEO: Macklemore Performs 'HEROES' Off Upcoming Album 'BEN'
by Michael Major - February 27, 2023 Vevo’s Ctrl series highlights the work of musicians making an impact in the music scene – both emerging and established. These artists demand attention, and Vevo’s Ctrl shines a deserving spotlight. Macklemore's video performance follows sessions from Rick Ross, Common, Rapsody, Fat Joe, Jeezy, Jada...
VIDEO: Flo Milli Performs 'Conceited' and 'Bed Time' for Vevo ctrl
by Michael Major - February 23, 2023 Previously, Flo Milli worked with Vevo for Ctrl performances of 'In The Party' and 'My Attitude,' as well as a Ctrl.At.Home performance of 'Weak.' She was also named a 2020 Vevo Artist To Watch, performing '19' and 'Not Friendly' for the series. Watch the new videos now!...
VIDEO: A Boogie Wit da Hoodie Performs 'Secrets' For Vevo ctrl
by Michael Major - February 21, 2023 Vevo, the world's leading music video network, announces A Boogie Wit da Hoodie as the next artist in their Ctrl. series with performances of 'Secrets' premiering off his album, Me vs. Myself. Previously, A Boogie Wit da Hoodie worked with Vevo in 2015 for two 'Live at Vevo' sessions of 'Drowning' a...
Reuben Vincent Releases Jamla/Roc Nation Debut Album 'Love Is War' Ft Rapsody, Reason, 9th Wonder & More
by Michael Major - January 27, 2023 Reuben’s Jamla/Roc Nation debut album, Love Is War, is a conceptual, yet subtly constructed project that will place him at the forefront of debates about the new rap greats. Unpacking relationships and romantic entanglements over warm, soulful beats from 9th Wonder, Young Guru, The Soul Council, an...
VIDEO: Pusha T Shares 'Dreamin of the Past' & 'Brambleton' Performances
by Michael Major - August 18, 2022 Vevo has named Pusha T as the next artist in their Ctrl. series with performances of 'Dreamin of the Past' and 'Brambleton' premiering off his album It's Almost Dry. Previously, Pusha T worked with Vevo for an exclusive interview around his previous album called 'How The Purple Tape Shaped Daytona' ...
VIDEO: DJ Premier Releases 'Remy Rap' Music Video Ft Remy Ma & Rapsody
by Michael Major - August 11, 2022 In celebration of Hip Hop’s 49th Birthday, DJ Premier releases the first music video for DJ Premier: Hip Hop 50 Volume 1 – out now via Mass Appeal. Featuring femcee icon and Bronx native Remy Ma and Grammy-nominated Rapsody, “Remy Rap” - produced by DJ Premier - showcases female lyricists in Hip Hop...
VIDEO: Latto Performs 'Trust No B*tch' For VEVO
by Michael Major - April 28, 2022 Vevo’s Ctrl series highlights the work of hard-hitting, cutting-edge musicians making an impact in today’s music scene – both emerging and established. These artists demand attention, and Vevo’s Ctrl shines a deserving spotlight. Latto's performances follow sessions from Rick Ross, Common, Rapsody, ...
VIDEO: 2 Chainz Releases 'Bet It Back' & '10 Bracelets' Live Performances
by Michael Major - March 08, 2022 Vevo’s Ctrl series highlights the work of hard-hitting, cutting-edge musicians making an impact in today’s music scene – both emerging and established. These artists demand attention, and Vevo’s Ctrl shines a spotlight. 2 Chainz's performances follow sessions from Rick Ross, Common, Rapsody, Fat Joe...
Moonchild Unveil New Album 'Starfruit'
by Michael Major - February 11, 2022 Following months of anticipation worldwide, and four critically acclaimed singles, LA-based trio Moonchild (Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, and Max Bryk) unveil their highly anticipated new album, Starfruit, today. The record includes the simmering and soulful new single “Get By” [feat. Tank and The B...
Moonchild Unveil New Single 'Love I Need' Feat. Rapsody
by Michael Major - February 01, 2022 LA-based trio Moonchild (Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, and Max Bryk) release their new single “Love I Need” [feat. Rapsody]. It paves the way for the arrival of the group’s highly anticipated new album, Starfruit. Listen to the new album and pre-save 'Starfruit' now! Plus, check out the group's upco...
Sinéad Harnett Shares 'Ready Is Always Too Late' Deluxe Edition
by Michael Major - January 28, 2022 The 14-track LP features three new songs including her cover of Aaliyah’s “At Your Best (You Are Love)” and the introspective M-Phazes-produced “Where You Been Hiding.” Also featured is Sinéad’s new sultry single “Let Go” co-written with Jayla Darden and Jae Stephens. Today, Harnett also shares its ...
Moonchild Releases 'Tell Him' Collaboration With Lalah Hathaway
by Michael Major - January 06, 2022 Moonchild (Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, and Max Bryk) has released 'Tell Him' feat. Lalah Hathaway. The fifth album from the LA-based trio features singles “Too Good” and “You Got One feat. Alex Isley” alongside forthcoming collaborations with Rapsody, Tank and The Bangas, Ill Camille, Mumu Fresh, ...
Sinéad Harnett Shares New Single 'Where You Been Hiding'
by Michael Major - December 03, 2021 Sinéad Harnett today shares new song “Where You Been Hiding,” the lead single from the forthcoming Deluxe Edition of her highly praised sophomore album, Ready Is Always Too Late, out now via The Orchard. Produced by M-Phazes (Kehlani, VanJess, Remi Wolf), the sultry track arrives today alongside an ...
Moonchild Release New Single 'You Got One' Featuring Alex Isley
by Michael Major - December 01, 2021 After 10 years together, their new album 'Starfruit' showcases the respect, musical understanding, and love the trio have, both for each other and for the incredible list of collaborators featured on the album which, alongside Alex Isley, include Lalah Hathaway, Tank and The Bangas, Rapsody, Ill Cam...
Cardi B & Halle Berry-Produced BRUISED Soundtrack Out Today
by Michael Major - November 19, 2021 The soundtrack features all-female artists including H.E.R, Cardi B., City Girls, Saweetie, Latto, Erica Banks, Flo Milli, Baby Tate, Young M.A., DreamDoll, and Roc Nation’s Rapsody, Big Bottle Wyanna, and Ambre. Listen to the new release now!...
Baby Tate Releases 'Dungarees' from BRUISED Soundtrack
by Michael Major - November 12, 2021 Bruised (Soundtrack From and Inspired By The Netflix Film) serves as the musical companion to NETFLIX’s Bruised. Produced by Halle Berry, he soundtrack features all-female artists including H.E.R, Cardi B., City Girls, Saweetie, Latto, Erica Banks, Flo Milli, Baby Tate, Young M.A., DreamDoll, and Ro... |