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Screen Sounds: Lyle Workman

Chances are, you’ve probably enjoyed Lyle Workman‘s music more than a few times in your life. If you enjoyed Superbad, The 40 Year Old Virgin, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, and Netflix’s series Love, then you’ve heard Lyle’s work. A notable composer/music supervisor and prolific musician, Lyle Workman has been a long-time collaborator with Judd Apatow, along with playing [continued]
WeArePressPlay Picks: September 22nd, 2016

MERCURY RETROGRADE OFFICIALLY ENDS TODAY SO WE MADE YOU THIS BOMB-ASS PLAYLIST TO CELEBRATE THE END OF THIS EMOTIONAL TRIATHLON XOXOX (p.s. it’s not over till it’s OVER babes) September 22nd, 2016 “Soon” – Flybear “My Hands” – AYER “How Can You Tell When It’s Done?” – Baauer and CZ “Favorite” – Manus “What U Say (feat. MISOGI)” – Madeaux and Manman Savage “Lyk Dis” – NxWorries “Gold Dust (feat. Semma)” – King Henry [continued]
An Interview With: Holly Herndon

For those unfamiliar with this brilliant musician, Holly Herndon is an electronic artist that explores the space between human and machine, and seeks to unionize the two entities in her music. Her 2015 album, Platform, was cited as one of the best albums of the year by The Guardian, NME, and Pitchfork. I had the pleasure [continued]
Essentials: “My Hands” – AYER

I think I may be the only person above the age of 17 who cites Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist as a favorite movie, but I do. One of my favorite parts about that movie is the soundtrack – it was a pretty great collection of approachable late-aughts indie rock, perfectly setting the scene for a fun teenage [continued]
Essentials: “Favorite” – Manus

We often listen to music to help us express all the emotions we can’t say, aided by the use of artists’ meaningful metaphors and coy similes. Drake‘s moody double-speak lyrics provide great fodder for sad tweets about fighting with your dickhead boyfriend, just as Beyonce‘s confident words allow us to convey bravado and poise when we’re #flexing [continued]
Anderson .Paak and Knxwledge Team Up For NxWorries Collab Album

Following their debut EP Link Up & Suede, West Coast artists Anderson .Paak and Knxwledge have revealed their plans for a full-length NxWorries collaborative album, Yes Lawd. The album is set to drop on October 21st, via Stones Throw. Listen to a new NxWorries track, “Lyk Dis”, and pre-order the album on iTunes. [continued]
Essentials: “To Say Goodbye” – Slushii

Looking to kick off your Friday with a little flashback? Slushii‘s “To Say Goodbye” encapsulates the good old days of melodic UKF-style dubstep, bringing together modern electronic elements and the bass-heavy, expansive sound we all grew up on. Rainbow-brite synths burst through the track, perfectly complimenting the wistful vocals for a vibe that’s reminiscent of [continued]
Essentials: “Gold Dust (feat. Semma)” – King Henry

LA-based producer King Henry has had a busy year so far – he’s the brains behind Beyonce‘s “All Night” and Major Lazer‘s summer smash “Cold Water”. Now, the TeamSupreme affiliate is set to step into the spotlight and showcase more of his brilliant work with his upcoming EP, Don’t Stay Away. “Gold Dust” is a sample [continued]
The Makk Tape

On August 29th, 2016, Orlando suffered an untimely loss of a truly special artist and person. Samisoni Koroitamudu, known as Big Makk, passed away in a car accident, along with friend Gady “Too Late” Gaspard. Makk’s passing occurred days before he was to release his EP, The Makk Tape. A founding member of the “Shake and Bass” [continued]
London Club Fabric Closes Doors Permanently

As with many facets of drug-use the answer is not black and white. One thing is for sure, if this trend continues the UK is set to lose many more of its respected nightlife institutions. Just as Glasgow lost The Arches last year, the loss of Fabric to London will leave a large hole, both… [continued]