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Pardison Fontaine Releases 'SEXT8PE' EP
by Michael Major - December 12, 2023 The project was a very personal endeavor for Pardi, who used the opportunity to showcase not only his masterful musical chops but also bare his soul. With the help of producers including DJ SwanQo, Buddah Blessed This Beat, OG Parker, and Romano, and a guest feature from Sexxy Red on single “Sexxy &... 
Redlight Drops Bass Weapon Drop 'Down (Feat. Shanique Marie)'
by Michael Major - August 02, 2023 A staple of the early two-step, garage, dubstep, and minimal techno of the early 2010s, Redlight is a formidable and recognizable force in electronic music and beyond. Influenced by the thriving Bristol club scene of the early 90s, the DJ and producer spent the first ten years of his career finding ... 
Saweetie Releases Two Singles 'Shot O' Clock' & 'Birthday' Ft. Yg & Tyga
by Michael Major - July 28, 2023 Grammy-nominated artist Saweetie releases two new singles that are sure to make waves in music and pop culture. She joins forces with fellow rap luminaries YG and Tyga for the club-ready new single “Birthday” and turns all the way up on “Shot O’ Clock.”... 
Atmosphere Share New Single 'Bigger Pictures'
by Michael Major - March 22, 2023 Minneapolis hip-hop pioneers Atmosphere, composed of rapper Slug and producer Ant, have shared a new track off their forthcoming album. The track is accompanied by a raw video directed by director, writer, and producer Tazbah Chavez, known for her work in numerous popular TV series, including Reserv... 
Cali Roots Announces The Mexico Sessions 2022 Lineup
by Michael Major - April 26, 2022 With a stacked line-up ready to go, Cali Roots: The Mexico Sessions is excited to announce the first round of musical acts including Common Kings, HIRIE, Steel Pulse, Protoje, Skip Marley, PEPPER, J Boog, and more!... 
VIDEO: Carmen Deleon Unveils New Video 'Bésame Bonito'
by Michael Major - March 04, 2022 She wrote and produced the poignant song with Mauricio Rengifo and Andrés Torres, who collaborated with her on 2021’s “Pasado” Feat. Cali y El Dandee and have helmed such multi-Platinum hits as Luis Fonsi’s “Despacito.” Watch the new music video now!... 
Carmen DeLeon Shares New Single 'Mariposas'
by Michael Major - November 19, 2021 Capitol Records/Universal Music Latin Entertainment released Carmen DeLeon’s new single, “Mariposas.” She worked on the song with Mauricio Rengifo and Andrés Torres, who also helmed her early 2021 single “Pasado” Feat. Cali y El Dandee and such multi-Platinum hits as Luis Fonsi’s “Despacito.” “Marip... 
Atmosphere Announce New Album 'WORD?' Due out October 8
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 14, 2021 Ultimately, WORD? pairs the breadth of Atmosphere’s talents with the beauty of their growth, all while showing they still have a lot of fun in the process and don’t mind letting the listener in on the fun as well. ... 
'Cali Roots: Baja Sessions' Tickets Now On Sale
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 12, 2021 The newly formed getaway brings the best parts of Cali Roots to a destination beach resort to create the ultimate experience. Baja Sessions will take place November 3-7, 2021.... 
California Roots In Partnership With Pollen Present 'Cali Roots: Baja Sessions'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - June 10, 2021 The newly renovated ME by Meliã Cabo is a premier beach resort steps away from downtown Cabo and host to Cali Roots: Baja Sessions. Crafted with luxury in mind, ME Cabo is located on the perfect swimming beach in Los Cabos with views of the famous picturesque El Arco rock formation. ... 
Bang on a Can Announces OneBeat Marathon #2 Live Online
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 07, 2021 Bang on a Can will present the second OneBeat Marathon – Live Online – on Sunday, May 2, 2021 from 12PM - 4PM EDT, curated by Found Sound Nation, its social practice and global collaboration wing. Over four hours the OneBeat Marathon will share the power of music and tap into the most urgent and ess... 
Vintage Culture and Fancy Inc Debut California-Inspired Dance Track 'Cali Dreams' Feat. The Beach on Spinnin' Records
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 29, 2021 Scheduled for release on January 29th via Spinnin’ Records, ‘Cali Dreams’ sees the Brazilian artists and UK vocalist The Beach come together again for another notable track, following their collaborative Billboard Dance #1 Chart hit ‘In The Dark’ (over 35 million Spotify streams). ... 
Vintage Culture & Fancy Inc Debut California-Inspired Dance Track
by A.A. Cristi - January 21, 2021 Brazilian powerhouse acts Vintage Culture and Fancy Inc are setting the tone for a huge year in 2021 with a California-inspired dance record 'Cali Dreams.' ... 
J.Kas X Ruell Drops Summer-Ready Track 'BonBon'
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 02, 2020 Rapper J.KAS calls upon upcoming R&B singer Ruell to offer some distraction away from the chaotic current events with latest single, 'BonBon'.... 
R3HAB Collides With Tini & Reik For 'Besame (I Need You)'
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 08, 2020 R3HAB explores uncharted sonic territory on 'Bésame (I Need You),' his sultry new collaboration with singer/actress TINI and Latin GRAMMY-winning Latin Pop trio Reik.... 
BWW Exclusive: The 101 GREATEST ALBUMS of the Rock and Rap Era (1950-2020)
by Peter Nason - April 16, 2020 The Beatles! Rihanna! Michael Jackson! Johnny Cash! Kanye West! The Rolling Stones! Aretha Franklin! Bob Dylan! Miles Davis! Nirvana! BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the greatest albums from the rock and rap era (1950-2020); see if your favorites made the grade!... 
Katchafire Announces U.S. Winter Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 29, 2020 KATCHAFIRE, the award winning roots reggae band from New Zealand is coming back to the U.S. showcasing their unique sound with four shows in California. The eight piece band will kick off their tour at the One Love Cali Reggae Fest (Feb. 9th) in Long Beach, CA then to San Diego at the Music Box (Feb... 
Independent Female Hip Hop Artist NTG Releases New Album I AM NTG
by A.A. Cristi - January 15, 2020 Philadelphia's Own Independent Hip Hop Artist NTG presents a new musical journey with her latest project 'I Am NTG' This new album includes songs that make you think, cry, want to hit the dance floor and definitely there's plenty of lyrical fire for all the real hip hop heads. In Philadelphia, NTG h... 
Atmosphere Releases New 'Love Each Other' Music Video
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 13, 2020 Today, Atmosphere drops a new music video for “Love Each Other,” off the duo's new album, Whenever. Directed by Tomas Aksamit, the black and white visual follows Slug through the night at a Gatsby-esque speakeasy. Whenever, which caught the industry by surprise when it was released last month withou... 
The 11th Annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival Announce Third Round Of Artists
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 10, 2020 After two impressive rounds of artist announcements featuring some of the biggest names in reggae, hip hop, and roots music, the California Roots Music and Arts Festival is proud to announce its third and final wave of artists. The eleventh edition of the event taking place May 22-24, 2020 at the Mo... 
Jefferson D Lion To Drop New Album with El Dusty's Americano Label
by Tori Hartshorn - June 05, 2019 Jefferson D Lion is proud to present his newest EP Vive due out June 14th with tastemaker Americano Label. The new EP highlights Jefferson D Lion's lyrical prowess with Afro Caribbean, and Urban Tropical styles that blend to create this summer's dancefloor favorites! The new EP is available for pre ... 
New Video: Atmosphere 'Stopwatch' + West Coast Tour Dates
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 18, 2019 Independent Hip-Hop duo Atmosphere release their new music video for “Stopwatch” today via Rhymesayers Entertainment. The cinematic visual is the fifth video from the group's Mi Vida Local LP and follows the lyrical contour of the song from a pessimistic introduction to an optimistic conclusion.... 
California Roots Music & Arts Festival Announces Final Lineup of Artists
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 10, 2019 The 10th annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival is proud to announce their final round of artists for their milestone 2019 event. Cali Roots X will take place at the historic Monterey County Fair and Event Center from May 24-26, 2019. Adding to the already stacked lineup is Slightly Stoopi... 
Te'Amir To Release ABYSSINIA
by Tori Hartshorn - December 11, 2018 Acclaimed Los Angeles drummer and producer Te'Amir [pronounced Taah-mer] ties together his 2018 two-part EP series of beat driven and soulful explorations Abyssinia & Abyssinia Rise, together inspired by his Ethiopian heritage, for release as one vinyl full-length LP, January 25 on Tru Thoughts. Th... 
TE'AMIR Releases Second EP Of 2018, ABYSSINIA RISE Today On Tru Thoughts
by Tori Hartshorn - October 19, 2018 Acclaimed Los Angeles drummer and producer Te'Amir released his second EP of 2018, Abyssinia Rise, today on Tru Thoughts. Abyssinia Rise follows the July release of the Abyssinia EP which gained recognition from tastemakers such as Jeremy Sole (KCRW) and Garth Trinidad (KCRW), producer and DJ Carlo... |
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