Anderson .Paak. – Saint Audio

Saint Audio’s Best Songs and Albums of 2018

Members of our Saint Audio team picked their favorite songs and albums from 2018. Check out our Spotify playlist with selections from the best of the year! Claire Peacock SONGS “Drippy” – IAMDDB “leo season” – Chynna “Through Enough (feat. GoldLink)” – VanJess “Whipped Cream” – Ari Lennox “casablanco freestyle (feat Sango)” – Armani White… [continued]
Album Review: Oxnard – Anderson .Paak

If there is a negative that comes from releasing a piece of art that is both critically and commercially successful, it is that it comes with high expectations. There is a good reason that the term “sophomore slump” sticks in the cultural lexicon. With that in mind, Anderson .Paak’s new album Oxnard is one of… [continued]
An Interview With: BEREL

Following up on his stripped down cover of JMSN‘s “Cruel Intentions,” I talked with Bay Area-based songwriter Berel about his musical influences and his upcoming debut EP. Who are your musical influences? You’ve said that you draw on music from the past—do you have any present-day influences? I’ve been super into Anderson .Paak since Malibu dropped, Bruno… [continued]
Essentials: Watch the Official Video for Mr. Probz’s “Gone”, feat. Anderson .Paak

I’m digging the vibes on Mr. Probz latest single “Gone”, featuring hip-hop superstar Anderson .Paak. On the heels of Mr. Probz last single “Till You’re Loved,” currently with 28 million streams, “Gone” is the latest offering already making a ton of buzz online. The video out alongside the single stream is like a dreamland. It’s a… [continued]
Festival Report: Reaction NYE

Night One: In its second year, React Presents’s winter festival, Reaction NYE, seemed to take the logistical critiques of its’ inaugural event to transform 2016’s fete into a more cohesive, music-focused experience. Held in the Donald E. Stephens convention center, the festival organizers chose to barricade a large portion of the venue this year, which directed… [continued]
Saint Audio’s Best of 2016

Members of the Saint Audio team picked their favorite songs and albums from 2016. Listen to our Spotify playlist with selections from the best of the year. [continued]
Artist Spotlight: Anderson .Paak

In the history of rap music, a lot of cats have tried their hand at singing on tracks to different degrees of success (modern examples include Kanye, Chance, Kid Cudi, Mac Miller, etc.). Yet there has always seemed to be a vocal void in hip-hop where rappers fail to truly excel in terms of range… [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]
Have Your Best Fest: Tips We Learned at Pitchfork Music Festival

We’re halfway through summer, and that means we’ve reached the midpoint of the many, many music festivals across the world. WeArePressPlay went to Chicago staple Pitchfork Music Festival, and came up with this handy guide of festival best practices. Read on for tips on how to get maximum enjoyment out of your upcoming events, as observed… [continued]
Album Review: 99.9% – Kaytranada

After listening to 99.9%, Kaytranada’s premiere LP with XL Recordings, I have to assume the title choice is more of a cheeky brag than a self-effacing comment. I can only imagine what he’d create if he gave that last .1%. The album as a whole shows off his talent and style in addition to his… [continued]