• Kelela’s “Raven” Unleashes a Sonic Revolution in Chicago: Photos

    In the ever-evolving landscape of music, Kelela emerges as an unparalleled force, a visionary who has seamlessly woven the threads of alternative and electro-R&B into a mesmerizing soundscape. With each boundary-defying release, she challenges conventions. Her latest creation, Raven, is a beautiful culmination of this ongoing journey. Recently, the stage at Chicago’s Thalia Hall became…

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  • You’ll “Love, Love” Salt Ashes’ new single and music video

    Salt Ashes is back with “Love, Love,” the second preview of her upcoming sophomore album. On the track, Veiga Sanchez, aka Salt Ashes, sings about being urged to give more of herself than she’s ready to hand over. Whether it’s the early stages of a relationship or unrequited love, Veiga’s reflective lyrics and sharp delivery…

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  • Farruko unleashes “Pepas” from forthcoming La167 album

    “Pepas” is out via Sony Music Latin Puerto Rico’s Farruko dropped his first solo single of the year, “Pepas,” from his upcoming La167 album, and I can’t help but play it on repeat. “Pepas” puts Farru’s chameleonic soundscape on full display as he unleashes a genre-bending party anthem tailor-made for the return of Miami club…

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  • ZHU and Tinashe Release Collaboration “ONLY”

    “Only” is ZHU’s first release on Astralwerks Records ZHU has collaborated with multi-platinum R&B singer-songwriter, Tinashe, on a heartfelt single called “ONLY.” The track explores different paths, from loneliness to connection, quiet to frenzy, darkness to light. Tinashe’s unique sound adds an unconventional touch to the track, making it even more vulnerable. ”ONLY” arrived with…

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  • Alok Unleashes Hypnotic Remix of Dua Lipa’s “Physical”

    The remix follows the release of Dua Lipa’s album, Future Nostalgia Brazilian DJ/producer Alok returns with an adrenaline-fueled remix of Dua Lipa‘s smash, “Physical.” If you’ve seen Dua’s 80s synth wave-inspired “Let’s Get Physical Work Out Video” – you already know the track was meant to make your blood pump. Yet, on the remix, Alok’s…

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  • Sam Smith Smashes Donna Summer’s “I Feel Love”: Listen

    “I Feel Love” is out via Capitol Records Sam Smith is living their best life and it’s such a vibe. Today, the English singer-songwriter is sharing “I Feel Love,” an infectious and vibrant nu-disco rework of the Donna Summer classic. The track is produced by Guy Lawrence of Disclosure and the new version will feature…

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  • Shannon & The Clams Share “The Moon Is In The Wrong Place”

    Shannon & The Clams have conjured magic from the rubbles of tragedy on their new single, “The Moon Is In The Wrong Place.” From the moment the opening notes hit, a visceral energy grips you, pulsating through every chord and lyric. It’s a sonic journey that harkens back to the golden era of psych-rock while…

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  • Re:SET DMV 2023 @ Merriweather Post Pavilion: Review

    It’s been a while since a traveling ‘festival’ made waves. Warped Tour was a cultural monolith that is still remembered fondly today. AEG might be angling to fill that void with Re:SET, a nationwide touring concert series. Here’s how it works: throughout each weekend in June, AEG chose three geographically close metro areas to host…

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  • Review: Riovaz brings sold-out ‘RIORAVE’ to Schubas [Photos]

    Following a string of six sold-out shows in major cities, including LA, Houston, Atlanta, and Brooklyn, 18-year-old breakout artist Riovaz brought the ‘RIORAVE’ to Chicago venue Schubas for a high-energy, tour-closing show. Arriving on February 25th, the night after his new EP, Disturb The Norm, was released by Darkroom/Geffen Records, the young artist had a…

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  • Flume drops surprise album, Things Don’t Always Go The Way You Plan

    Grammy-winning producer Flume has released a collection of previously unheard music on a new album called, Things Don’t Always Go The Way You Plan, out today on Future Classic. The release marks a decade since Flume’s self-titled debut album, which established his highly-lauded signature sound while garnering billions of streams and Platinum sales across multiple…

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