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Essentials: “No Inbetweens” – I AM D

Since its inception as a genre, hip hop has glamorized a lavish lifestyle by flaunting money, cars, chains, and the like. In the midst of this subject matter, hip hop has also walked the thin line between acceptable commentary and derogatory sentiments. Specifically, women are often portrayed as a prized-possession or trophy—a touchy subject that [continued]
Manila Killa + Robotaki Announce “I Want You” Tour

Moving Castle labelmates Manila Killa and Robotaki have announced their co-headlining national “I Want You” tour after their smash-hit single by the same name. They’ll be traveling to fifteen different cities, starting off September 6th in Binghamton, NY at Spotlight and ending October 20th in Chicago, IL at Chop Shop. Tickets are available on their official [continued]
Stop “Running” From Your Feelings and Listen to Bully’s New Single

When people talk about 90s music, they tend to focus like a laser-beam on grunge and use the word angst a lot. Although it’s a narrow view, there’s something to be said for the way certain feelings came through in various related genres, feelings that became iconic reflections of how Gen X-ers felt in our [continued]
Essentials: “Mrs Mr (Feat. Lizzy Land)” – Ben Phipps

With everyone from Empire of the Sun to Pacific Air singing your praises, it’s easy to say LA-based vocalist Lizzy Land is doing something right. She’s collaborated with a diverse roster or artists and producers, and today she adds a new one to the bill. Her feature on Ben Phipps new single, “Mrs Mr”, is [continued]
Curtis Harding Channels Isaac Hayes on “Wednesday Morning Atonement”

I’ll never forget the first time I heard Curtis Harding, back in May of 2014. Every new release day, I go on Spotify and try out every new album that seems interesting. That morning, I saw this cover, in black and white, showing a shirtless dude, in profile with a tattoo on his neck, smoking [continued]
Albums Of The Month: Our Must-Hear Picks From August 2017

We recap the ten best albums released this month, along with a can’t-miss track from each of our selections. Painted Ruins – Grizzly Bear Painted Ruins, the 5th album from Grizzly Bear, proved itself to be well worth a five year wait. Returning to the rustic, orchestral beauty that defined their 2006 offering Yellow House, [continued]
Premiere: Manus Creates A Heartfelt Tribute To DJ A-Dog In “DI4U”

Vermont born and LA based rapper Manus‘s latest rap is a tribute to his friend and notable Burlington, VT public figure, Andy Williams. Known to most as A-Dog, Andy helped foster the arts community in Burlington and was a gifted turntablist and skateboarder. At age 38, he sadly passed away in 2013 after a battle [continued]
L-Vis 1990 and Flohio’s Grime Collab Is Essential Listening

Night Slugs boss L-Vis 1990 and grime MC Flohio pair their distinctive sounds together in “Yeah Yeah”, with an assist from fellow Londoner and TRULUVCRU member Cassive. The God Colony-affiliated rapper spits commanding verses that, to even a casual grime fan like myself, set her apart as an artist to watch—I could definitely see Flohio [continued]
Essentials: “Electric (feat. Khalid) [Tim Gunter Remix]” – Alina Baraz

In the midst of a slew of releases, Tim Gunter‘s chill and simplistic take on “Electric” is a can’t-miss listen to consider for your summer playlist. The California-based producer incorporates his signature 808-infused percussion to overlay an atmospheric ambiance created by electric guitar, background synths, and trombone. Tim’s production meshes beautifully with Alina Baraz‘ vocals – a refined [continued]
Essentials: “Why Don’t You Come On (feat. Khalid and Empress Of)” – DJDS

DJDS (Body High’s Jerome LOL and Samo Sound Boy) is making some of 2017’s most beautiful, danceable electronic music, as exemplified with another standout single, “Why Don’t You Come On”. Much like “Trees On Fire”, the duet between Khalid and Empress Of adds a soulful depth to their brand of understated production. Listen now, and [continued]