Author Archives: @Pedroazevedo
Black Star “Fix Up” produced by Madlib
The venerable hip-hop duo Black Star has been working on new material as recently showcased on The Colbert Report, and now Yasiin Bey (formerly know as Mos Def) & Talib Kweli have released their first single in years. Stream the
BADBADNOTGOOD x Tyler the Creator “Seven”
The closest thing we’ll probably get to an ‘Odd Future Unplugged’ is this performance of “Seven” by Tyler with BADBADNOTGOOD. The organic, jazz feel of the BBND kids works suprisingly well with Tyler’s flow. Watch the video below and learn
The Roots ft Big K.R.I.T. “Make My”
The Roots recently announced that their next album titled undun will be in stores on December 6th and today the group leaked a song called “Make My”. Listen to it here and get more details about The Roots’ first concept
Dum Dum Girls at the Troubadour
This Monday night ABCD was at the Troubadour to catch the Dum Dum Girls. The band is currently on tour to promote their latest album Only In Dreams. Playing to a sold-out crowd, they rocked a solid set full of
Gotye “Somebody That I Used To Know ft. Kimbra” Video
Check out the latest video from Gotye. The song’s lyrics remind me of the classic Postal Service tune “Nothing Better” with the boy/girl exchange. Bittersweet electro pop at its best!
TiRon & Ayomari ‘A Sucker For Pumps’ (Promo)
This weekend ABCD regulars TiRon & Ayomari held a listening party (video) to celebrate the completion of their full length album A Sucker For Pumps. I had the chance to listen to the album and it’s good, real good. No
M83 “Midnight City”
M83 has a new album coming out on October 18th called Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming and ahead of its release the band has put out the single “Midnight City”. It’s a dreamy, yet dancable tune that reminds me of the
Kid Cudi “Mr. Rager” Video
Kid Cudi battles his inner demons in his latest video.
Feist “How Come You Never Go There”
Feist has released the first single from her upcoming album Metals. Listen to the honey-sweet tune here and head over to her website for fall tour dates. How Come You Never Go There by Feist
Jonwayne ‘Thanks, Bro’
This seems to be the summer of giving! Last week Best Coast gave their fans a lil’ something and now Jonwayne is giving thanks himself. The LA-based producer/rapper just released the aptly titled Thanks, Bro for his followers. Made up
Best Coast “How They Want Me To Be”
As a gift to her fans Best Coast singer Bethany Cosentino released a new song today. Listen to “How They Want Me To Be” here and read Beth’s thank you note on on the band’s blog. (Photo credit: BobbyProm)
Diplo “Blow Your Head” Sirius/XM Mix
Mad Decent sweetheart, and ABCD favorite, Diplo has uploaded an hour-long mix he made for Sirius/XM. Stream it here and get ready for a super fun Mad Decent Block Party near you this month! Diplo – Sirius/XM “Blow Your Head”
DOOMSTARKS “Victory Laps”
DOOM (formerly known as MF Doom) is one of the best collaborators out there as is evidenced by his work with Madlib (Madvillan) and Danger Mouse (Danger Doom). His latest split is with the equally charismatic Ghostface Killah as a
Flying Lotus – 2 New Unreleased Tracks
Last night the infamous Flying Lotus upload a couple of unreleased tracks to his SoundCloud. The songs have a lazy summer vibe to them, which is fitting considering the nation-wide heat wave we’re in. Take a sip of some ice
Beastie Boys “Don’t Play No Game That I Can’t Win” Video
Remember that fresh track on the newly released Beastie Boys album featuring Santigold? Well, the video is just as fun as the song itself. Check out the full-length, action figure-centered video.
Washed Out & Class Actress @ Echoplex LA 7/8/11
ABCD was at the Echoplex for The Chain Gang of 1974, Class Actress, and Washed Out.
Black Milk “Brain” (prod. by Jack White)
Detroit-based rapper Black Milk has put out a 7″ single called “Brain” that’s being released by Jack White’s Third Man Records. The track was produced by Jack White and definitely has that Nashville soul. Read more about the collabo on
Pretty Lights vs Radiohead vs Nirvana vs NIN
Pretty Lights’ newest creation remixes and samples Radiohead’s “Everything in its Right Place,” Nirvana’s “All Apologies” and Nine Inch Nail’s “Closer.” Head over to Pretty Lights’ website to download the track for free.
Justice “Civilization” Video
Back in March we posted the cover for Justice’s new single/EP “Civilization” and now the duo have released the video. Be sure to check it out in HD for the best results. The single is available for purchase right now