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A Review of the Weeknd at Terminal 5 in NYC
The Weeknd just finished three sold-out shows in NYC, two at Terminal 5 and one at the Paradise Theater. Despite telling the crowd that his doctor advised him against performing, Abel Tesfaye and his band persisted. I know I’m not
Big Sean “GUAP”
Big Sean “GUAP” is an awesome “See me getting money and spending it on myself cuz I deserve it anthem.” Buy it on iTunes here and look forward to Hall Of Fame out December 18, 2012.
2 Chainz ft. Kanye West “Birthday Song” Video
2Chainz dropped the visual for “Birthday Song” off of his newly released album Based on a T.R.U. Story, featuring Kanye West. It has everything the video promised, including big booty girls and birthday cake.
Sky Ferreira “Everything Is Embarrassing”
Stream “Everything is Embarassing” on Pitchfork, produced by Ariel Rechtshaid and Dev Hynes. Looks like Sky Ferreira’s music is taking a decisive turn towards the better!
M83 “Reunion” Video
One of the standout songs from Hurry Up We’re Dreaming, the video for “Reunion” is here, and it’s weird. Catch them playing a (probably sold-out) show near you.
#BEEN #TRILL & Benji B on BBC Radio 1
I am listening to this mix right now, and it’s amazing. From Wiley and Hudson Mohawke to Lunice and Clams Casino, it’s a jam. Listen to it here.
Modeselektor “All Buttons In (ft. Thom Yorke)”
Epic collaborators Modeselektor and Thom Yorke come together again on “All Buttons In.” We just wish they’d start a side group already.
Nicolas Jaar’s BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix
Maybe Nicolas Jaar’s Essential Mix is the most important piece of music to be released in 2012. Maybe it’s because a great portion of it is contemplative monologue and piano-driven. In any case, it tops everything in the music library
Jay-Z & Budweiser Announce Made In America Lineup
The Budweiser Made in America festival, curated by Jay-Z, has announced the first round of its lineup: Jay-Z, Pearl Jam, Skrillex, Miike Snow, Afrojack, Calvin Harris, Odd Future, D’Angelo, Maybach Music (feat. Rick Ross, Wale, Meek Mill), Passion Pit, Santigold,
Blood Orange “Champagne Coast” Video
Blood Orange’s latest off of Coastal Grooves.
Grimes “Genesis” Live on Later With Jools Holland
Grimes stopped by Jools Holland to perform “Genesis,” and the combo of her amazing voice and blue-lit stage setup are a winning one. Definitely see her live if you get the chance!
Stream Santigold’s “Master of My Make-Believe” on NPR
While ASOS hosted the U.K. stream of Santigold’s Master of My Make-Believe last week, you can now stream the album in the U.S. on NPR. The album exhibits a lot of progression from her first — it’s slower and more
Fiona Apple “Every Single Night”
It seems like we’ve been waiting eons for new Fiona Apple, and even if it’s only one song, it’ll do for now. “Every Single Night” is every bit manic, unpredictable, and pop, with just enough feel-goodness. “I just made a
Beach House “Equal Mind”
Beach House’s latest “Equal Mind” is a dreamy B-side to the song “Lazuli,” and as with most of their B-sides and side-releases, it’s a gem. New album from the duo May 15.
Cutty Gold “Cutty Gold EP”
Cutty Gold released their first EP, and the three songs have left me wanting much, much more. For fans of Mayor Hawthorne, Fitz & the Tantrums, catchy surf pop chords, and jazzy male vocals, it’s a contemporary masterpiece. Download it
Usher “Climax (Diplo & Flosstradamus Remix)”
Flosstradamus and Diplo teamed up for a remix of “Climax,” and it’s pretty excellent. Stream via Diplo’s soundcloud below.
Major Lazer “Get Free”
Another much-awaited collaboration has been released on Coachella weekend, but this time between Amber of the Dirty Projectors and Major Lazer. It’s free to download here and also comes with a sick remix by Bonde Do Role.
Theophilus London ft. A$AP Rocky “Big Spender”
After giving preview clips and performing it live, here’s “Big Spender.” Stream below. DL here.
Flux Pavilion ft. Example “Daydreamer”
This collaboration was bound to happen, and we’re glad that it did. Flux Pavilion and Example take it there and have a cool concert footage video to match.