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LOGIC Releases New Single 'Fear'
by Michael Major - February 02, 2024 The release of “Fear” comes on the heels of Logic's eighth studio album, College Park (2023), which spawned the singles “Wake Up,” “Paradise II” featuring Norah Jones, “Lightsabers,” and “Highlife,” and also included a video directed by actor and filmmaker Kevin Smith....
Damian & Stephen Marley Announce Co-Headlining Traffic Jam Tour 2024
by Michael Major - December 13, 2023 In February and March 2024, the Grammy award-winning brothers Damian “Jr Gong” Marley and Stephen “Ragga” Marley will launch their exclusive Traffic Jam Tour across North America. This marks the inaugural occasion in history when the brothers have jointly presented a curated set, offering a unique s...
J. Stone Releases New Album 'The Definition Of Success' Ft Nipsey Hussle, Hit-Boy & Dave East
by Michael Major - November 22, 2023 In 2019, J. Stone's longtime friend, business partner, and frequent collaborator Nipsey Hussle (RIP!), inspired J to create “The Definition” series. J.Stone linked up with DJ Drama for the Gangsta Grillz tape Rollin Stone, which featured collaborations with Curren$y, Young Dolph, Juicy J, Daz Dillin...
Video: Watch Chingy Perform During 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards
by Michael Major - October 11, 2023 Chingy performs his hit single 'Pullin' Me Back' featuring Tyrese during the So So Def 30 Year Anniversary Tribute at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards. Recently, the hip hop icon celebrated the 20th anniversary of his global hits 'Right Thurr' and 'Holidae In,' and embarked on an international military t...
Rising R&B Artist KEN Releases New Single 'N E Thing'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2023 Awarded the 2018 Black Label 'Woman Artist of the Year Award', R&B singer KEN continues to set the bar in what is proving to be one of her most healing records yet 'N E Thing'....
Rock The Bells Announces Lineup for First-Ever Timeless Hip-Hop Cruise
by Michael Major - January 25, 2023 The lineup includes Rick Ross, Lil Jon, Big Boi, DJ Jazzy Jeff, MC Lyte, Ghostface Killah, Trina & Trick Daddy, Just Blaze, Big Daddy Kane, Too $hort, Slick Rick, DJ Spinderella, Mannie Fresh, Pete Rock, DJ Quik, Rah Digga, EPMD, Bun B, Bahamadia, Grandmaster Caz, DJ Scratch, The Finisher Mister Cee...
Santigold Announces 'Noble Champions' Podcast Featuring Idris Elba, Olivia Wilde & More
by Michael Major - October 24, 2022 The first season features guests: Tunde Adebimpe, Yasiin Bey (fka Mos Def), Sanford Biggers, Bun B, Idris Elba, Mary Anais Heglar, Dan Kovalik, Resmaa Menakem, Questlove, Rebecca Walker, Olivia Wilde, Saul Williams, and Angela Yee. Listen to the podcast trailer now!...
Chingy's Newest Single 'Can't Blame Me' Now Available to Pre-Save
by Michael Major - August 16, 2022 “Can’t Blame Me,” written by Chingy and produced by Fresco Kane (Mariah Carey, Stevie Stone), the track can now be pre-saved. 2023 marks the 20th anniversary of Chingy's smash single 'Right Thurr' and recently, the track landed in Netflix's Don't Look Up, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawren...
Recording Academy Elects 19 New Leaders To Its 2022-23 National Board Of Trustees
by Michael Major - June 01, 2022 Effective today, the newly elected Trustees join the Academy's midterm Trustees, including National Officers Tammy Hurt (Chair), Rico Love (Vice Chair), Om'Mas Keith (Secretary/Treasurer), and Christine Albert (Chair Emeritus) in upholding the Academy's mission to serve and represent the music commu...
Kenya Eugene Celebrates the Strength of Womanhood in 'Bun It'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 23, 2021 Aptly named 'Bun It,' the song's title carries a powerful meaning. Kenya comments, 'I choose to name the single after the more popular/familiar name of the Labor Riot in St.Croix U.S.V.I., which is 'the Fire Burn'. ...
James The Prophet Gets Autobiographical On 'Up & Down'
by TV News Desk - July 07, 2021 A pair of introspective lo-fi cuts released in June like “Tobago” ft. Chester Watson and “Sentinel” ft. UK rapper Lord Apex have further cemented James’ status as an ascendant global talent not to be missed....
James The Prophet & Chester Watson Drop 'Tobago' Single
by TV News Desk - June 23, 2021 The new single + video comes hot on the heels of his collab with UK rapper Lord Apex for “Sentinel” and jazz-funk banger “Power On,” taken from James’ upcoming debut album Unimaginable Storms, out July 9 via Sony Music / Rupture....
Mike Posner Releases Summit of Mount Everest
by Sarah Jae Leiber - June 02, 2021 Last month, Posner released a new song, 'Jealousy,' which is a collaboration with blackbear out now via Arista Records. The track was written by Mike alongside Mat Musto and Justin Bieber and produced by RetroFuture. ...
Mike Posner Releases New Single 'Jealousy' With Blackbear
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 21, 2021 'Jealousy' is the first taste of new music from Posner since he embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime climb of Mount Everest, to raise money via a GoFundMe page for The Detroit Justice Center (DJC), a non-profit law firm working alongside communities to create economic opportunities, transform the justic...
Gentlemans Dub Club Release New Album 'Down To Earth'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 19, 2021 Their brand-new studio album ‘Down To Earth’ is out now and it’s gone straight to #1 in the UK iTunes Reggae chart....
Mike Posner Returns With Rap Opera 'Operation Wake Up'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 18, 2020 Today, international multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter, Mike Posner has released a powerful 36-minute rap-opera titled Operation: Wake Up. Also out today, an accompanying official music video for focus track 'Weaponry,' featuring British songstress Jessie J. ...
Tibetan Singer Yesh's Debut EP Out Now
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 27, 2020 Today, Pique Records, a new audiovisual label based in New York and London, presents the debut EP from Tibetan singer Yesh....
Billie Eilish, Elton John, and More Donate Items for Julien's Auction
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 27, 2020 This exclusive charity auction to benefit MusiCares, the charitable foundation which provides aid to artists and music community professionals in times of need....
Alessia Cara, Tory Lanez & More Nominated for the 2020 JUNO Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 28, 2020 The nominees for the 49th Annual JUNO Awards were announced today by The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) at a press conference attended by media and industry notables at the Canadian Broadcasting Centre (CBC), in downtown Toronto. JUNO Week 2020, hosted in Saskatoon, SK, will...
Slaine Releases New Album ONE DAY & New Music Video For 'The Feeling I Get'
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 22, 2019 Boston's veteran wordsmith Slaine has released his new studio album 'One Day' worldwide via AR Classic Records across all digital platforms. On the 'One Day', Slaine is joined by his La Coka Nostra brethren ILL BILL, Vinnie Paz, Rite Hook, Apathy, Locksmith, and Statik Selektah. To celebrate the rel...
Slaine Releases 'Still Got My Gun' Lyric Video Featuring Vinnie Paz, ILL Bill And Rite Hook
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 01, 2019 Boston's veteran wordsmith Slaine has dropped another single off his new studio album 'One Day' in the form of a lyric video for 'Still Got My Gun'. On the track, Slaine is joined by his La Coka Nostra brethren ILL BILL, Vinnie Paz, and Rite Hook singing on the hook....
Slaine Reveals Title, Track Listing, And Drops First Single 'Redemption' For New Album ONE DAY
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 02, 2019 Boston's veteran wordsmith Slaine has revealed the artwork and tracklisting for his upcoming studio album 'One Day', which is scheduled for a November 22nd release via AR Classic Records. The album will be produced by The Arcitype and is set to feature guest appearances by Vinnie Paz, ILL BILL, Apat...
The Recording Academy Announces Lineup for Texas Chapter's Anniversary Gala
by Abigail Charpentier - July 11, 2019 The Recording Academy Texas Chapter is proud to announce sponsors and the full talent lineup for their upcoming 25th Anniversary Gala, celebrating 25 years of representing the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals in Texas, as well as members residing i...
Texas Chapter Of The Recording Academy Celebrates 25 Years With Gala At ACL Live This July
by Tori Hartshorn - June 11, 2019 The Recording Academy Texas Chapter is incredibly proud to celebrate 25 years of representing the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals in Texas, as well as members residing in Oklahoma and Mexico. On Thursday, July 18, 2019 the Texas Chapter of the org...
El Dorado Festival Announces Lineup For 4th Edition
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 28, 2019 Today El Dorado festival announce their return for a 4th consecutive year, alongside an eclectic line-up including one of the most influential soul, R&B and funk outfits - Kool & The Gang. Joining the legendary hit-makers will be drum n' bass heavyweight Andy C, and global disco superstar Todd Terje... |