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ESSENTIALS: “Payme” – Sam Gellaitry

I’ve been championing Stirling native Sam Gellaitry for a while now, ever since his 2014 hit “Waiting So Long” blew my mind at a NYE party, and his latest offering is yet more ammunition in an already impressive arsenal of material. Previously signed to Los Angeles label Soulection, the young Scot has just a handful [continued]
Users Allege ‘Serious Security Flaws’ In Toneden Platform

Popular follow-to-download gating app Toneden is facing several allegations that their app exploits a serious flaw that can compromise the security of Soundcloud user accounts. Toneden co-founder Ali Shakeri denies the claims. 2PlusTwo Management + Embrace Entertainment’s Biz Davis posted on Facebook Monday that he was warned by Soundcloud of “suspicious activity regarding [their] client’s (Soundcloud) accounts,” and that Toneden was a [continued]
Essentials: “F.L.O.R” – Sángo

It’s impossible to listen to Sángo without appreciating the Brazilian influence in his music, and “F.L.O.R” is no different. In fact it might be even more apparent since Basement Jaxx already brought Airto Moreira’s “Samba de Flora” into the realm of London house music with “Samba Magic” back in 1996. The piano and percussion lines in [continued]
EP Review: 22 – Nyck Caution

Pro Era kick off the new year with a promising EP titled 22 from Nyck Caution. If you follow Pro Era you’ll know him, but if not, you should definitely give him a listen. The tracks display a gritty series of verses from the crew accompanied by guest verses from Desmond Lewis, Denzel Curry, and [continued]
Yeezy Season: “No More Parties In LA” ft. Kendrick Lamar – Kanye West

G.O.O.D. Monday. While Kim K’s assurance that we’d be seeing new Kanye every Friday has proved not quite 100, it wasn’t far off. Yeezy just dropped his recently-hyped Kendrick Lamar collab “No More Parties In LA” and it’s… Kanye at his best. I am not joking or exaggerating. This is 6 minutes of fire without [continued]
Essentials: “Cute Face” – Ian Ewing

This coming Saturday, Too Future has organised a showcase of Noh Life Music Group and Blvnt Records at Chicago’s Canvas called Shangri-Lah. Blvnt Records posted a small compilation of free downloads to preview the event. While all three tracks have me envious of anyone in Chicago, Ian Ewing’s “Cute Face” is by far my personal [continued]
Introducing RAT BOY

My first music discovery of 2016 was Essex’s young indie darling — he’s a month younger than I am — Jordan Cardy, more recognisable by his stage name Rat Boy. Cardy’s soundcloud was a grateful retreat from the ho-hum of winter break that hit after the holidays– maybe I just miss those endearing British accents that remind me of [continued]
Yeezy Season Approaches: “Real Friends” / “No More Parties In LA”

Even though we’re not even two weeks into the new year, 2016 looks like a promising year for music. According to Kim Kardashian, it sounds like Kanye West fans won’t be waiting any longer for new material, either. The official release date for SWISH is February 11 but Yeezy will be dropping a new track every Friday, just like the G.O.O.D. [continued]
In Memoriam: David Bowie

David Bowie has passed away at the age of 69 after a quiet and swift 18-month battle with cancer. His final album, Blackstar, was released last week on 8th January, Bowie’s birthday, and will stand as a hauntingly beautiful farewell. Bowie’s death strikes many of his fans by surprise — while it was technically no sworn secret [continued]
Gig Review: Reaction NYE in Chicago

For those based in Chicago, 2015 was closed out with a bang thanks to React Presents’ newest festival addition, Reaction NYE. The two-day festival was held in Rosemont at the Donald E. Stephans Convention Center, a warehouse-esque space that housed three separate stages and a skate park, adding to the event’s cool, grunge-y rave vibe. The [continued]