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Hear Alice Russell’s Powerful Cover of James Blake’s “Retrograde”
There are certain songs that you just don’t cover unless you’re going to really nail it. James Blake‘s “Retrograde” is one of those songs. It’s flawless, and even halfway through 2013 it’s already guaranteed to end... Read more »
Premiere: Cloud Boat – “Youthern (Flako Remix)”
With his remix of Lianne La Havas’ “Elusive,” Flako meshed organic elements with lush layers of electronics, and his latest remake shows off some of that same ability with even more tact, employing a minimalist approach... Read more »
Py – “Polyethers”
Py had one of the best introductions of last year with “Lungs,” but the London singer who came out of nowhere (ergh, came out of London, I suppose) has had a quiet 2013 so far. Maybe... Read more »
Video: Gucci Mane ft. Young Thug – “Breakdance”
Lately, any time Young Thug appears on a song for a feature, he steals the show. Last time it was with his ridiculously catchy chorus on Waka’s “Come Around,” and this time he takes on a very... Read more »
Video: Kenzie May – “Hide & Seek”
Kenzie May made that big transition from an artist on features to a solo force to be reckoned with on “Hide & Seek,” a song we first heard last month and one that still hasn’t left... Read more »
Starlight Girls – “7×3″
What we’ve heard from Starlight Girls up until now has been one thing. This is, no doubt about it, a different thing. With production from Xiu Xiu’s Jamie Stewart, “7×3″ takes on a sinister tone that unfolds... Read more »
Watch Kanye West’s Latest Rant
Kanye West performed a private show at Roseland Ballroom last night for an Adult Swim event, and with his new album around the corner, it seems like he’s just as fired up as ever. From inside... Read more »
Drake Confirms James Blake and Frank Ocean for OVO Fest
Lately, music festivals have been stacking line-ups with artists from all ends of the spectrum. We’ve seen some huge rosters, but for his fourth OVO Fest, Drake goes for quality over quantity. For now, he’s announcing... Read more »
Download Gilbere Forté’s New Project “Pray”
Gilbere Forté‘s been bubbling for a couple of years now, but lately it feels like he’s climbing toward a new level. With a deal on Epic and a string of solid singles leading up to Pray,... Read more »
Mayer Hawthorne ft. Jessie Ware – “Her Favorite Song”
“Her Favorite Song” makes sense. All the pieces are there. It’s a bit of updated soul complete with a catchy chorus, guest vocals from one of the hottest/most talented artists out, production by Oak of Pop &... Read more »
Premiere: Sunny & Gabe – “Clouds”
Under Sunny & Gabe‘s “Clouds” is a familiar piece of Q-Tip’s “Breathe and Stop,” but layered on top is a kaleidoscope of blissful production from Gabe and melodic vocals from Sunny that take the track as... Read more »
Watch Robin Thicke, Pharrell, and T.I. Perform “Blurred Lines” on The Voice
“Blurred Lines” is one of the partiest songs of the year so far. Just after Justin Timberlake made his long-awaited return, Robin Thicke entered back into the picture, and he brought Pharrell and T.I. with him.... Read more »
Video Premiere: Sami – “Go On Darling”
Last time we heard from Sami it was with the haunting cover of Willie Nelson’s “Crazy,” and now the Hermosa Beach songstress is offerring up her first official single and video with “Go On Darling.” Sami... Read more »
Mikky Ekko – “Disappear”
Mikky Ekko is (now) best known for writing and featuring on Rihanna’s “Stay,” but it’s still unclear what his next steps are. He seems like the kind of singer/songwriter/producer capable of making radio-friendly hits or staying... Read more »
Joel Compass – “F*cked Up”
Joel Compass is like the British version of a The Weeknd—let’s get that out of the way, because it’s kind of impossible not to mention. The 19-year-old London singer only has two songs on Soundcloud, but... Read more »
