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Stream: Battles, “White Electric” (Shabazz Palaces Remix)
The cool thing about Battles is that although their music is distinct and hyper-complicated, it still manages to be open to interpretation. The band and their label, Warp, obviously know this just as well as … read more »
Troy NōKA f. T. Coles, “Don’t Fall” MP3
Once a behind-the-scenes collaborator with Chris Brown and Frank Ocean, singer/songwriter/producer Troy NōKA is now prepping his solo debut, Free Dreaming, for a March release. “Don’t Fall” is his second collaboration with T. Coles, following … read more »
Video: Lil B, “Februarys Confessions”
Another day, another Lil B video. If you’ve been dropping in an out of the great Lil B saga of the 21st century, “Februarys Confessions” might come as a shock. It’s pretty straightforward and subdued, … read more »
Some Ember, “Era of Wind” MP3
Some Ember is the new solo project of Man/Miracle’s Dylan Travis. “Era of Wind” is only the second song he’s released, it is icy and desolate. It’s a little bit Lovecraft (From fingertip to dilated … read more »
FADER Label: Yuna Live in Brooklyn
Yuna played to an intimate but rapt audience last night in Brooklyn at Coverse Rubber Tracks. Pharrell made a brief guest appearance, jumping on stage to introduce her to the audience, but it was Yuna’s … read more »
Young Thug f. Shawty Lo and Skool Boy, “Curtains” MP3
Young Thug has a pretty generic name, but it’s easy to see from a cursory browse of his YouTube account that the rapper has a standout presence. (Check out his scene-stealing charisma on Cash Out’s … read more »
Gorillaz Announce Collaboration with James Murphy and Andre 3000
Damon Albarn, James Murphy and Andre 3000 will release a collaborative track, called “Do Ya Thing,” on February 23rd. The release is the latest in Converse’s Three Artists One Song series, previously featuring artists like … read more »
Tyler, the Creator Reveals Odd Future Tape Vol. 2 Cover
Last night, Tyler, the Creator unleashed the cover for the Odd Future Tape Vol. 2 which, despite its name, is a full-length album that will be released by Odd Future Records on March 20th. The … read more »
Stream Persona La Ave’s Music Takes Me Higher EP
Imagine if acid rain gets in the exoskeletons of two Honda ASIMO robots and they tried to have sex and electrocuted each other. There are songs for moments like that, or for your own fumbling … read more »
Metro Zu f. Jarret and Denzel Aquarius Killa Curry, “Wave Cap” MP3
Metro Zu, a Miami-based art rap collective, recently released a record entitled Mink Rug with contributions from Spaceghostpurrp and Young L. The record is a hodgepodge of styles, keeping in line with the group’s unconventional, … read more »
