Diddy will headline and Ms. Lauryn Hill will co-headline and perform the entirety of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill – a rare event– to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the seminal album’s release. Award-winning American comedian, screenwriter, television and film producer, and actor Dave Chappelle will make his “Roots Picnic” debut.
This past fall Tame Impala’s landmark album Lonerism turned 10. The 3 LP box set features a 24 page booklet, unreleased Lonerism demos and never before heard demo sessions. Anniversary edition artwork was designed by Erin Knutson and Immanuel Yang, with additional photography by Matt Sav and Kevin Parker.
Antoine Toustou continues expanding his musical portfolio with his newfound alias: Ron Puma. Best known for his work in the Parisian electronic dance music band Caravan Palace and as half of Alligatorz, a Latin-inspired electronic baile funk duo, Toustou cranks out his first project as a solo artist, Rocktacular EP.
Acclaimed rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers announced their 2023 Tour, in support of their two #1 studio albums that were released in 2022, Unlimited Love and Return of the Dream Canteen. The Strokes, Iggy Pop, The Roots, The Mars Volta, St. Vincent, City and Colour, Thundercat, and King Princess will join the band on select dates.
Set Mo strips Snakehips and Tinashe’s collaboration “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight” back into a minimalist tech-house thumper meant for peak-time DJ sets. Driving four-four rhythms grind into a groove, softened by synth droplets amongst Tinashe’s chopped-up vocals. The club-ready Set Mo remix breathes new life into “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight.
An industry reading of a new American musical, TEN BRAVE SECONDS by Will Van Dyke and Jeff Talbott, will take place this week (Thursday, November 17) in New York City directed by Ellie Heyman, with musical direction by Patrick Sulken.
Snakehips and Tinashe continue to build upon the buzz of their delicate, piano-driven single “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight,” with a touching new music video. Directed by Axel Kabundji (Dom Kennedy, Hit Boy), it’s an intimate tale of romance and perseverance starring Tinashe and a partner seeking redemption in the boxing ring.
Roy Thomson Hall presents Grammy-nominated Devonté Hynes, with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Performing contemporary classical music that confronts the complexities of the 21st Century identity.
Tom Everett brings a rave-worthy sound to “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight,” remixing the instant classic from Snakehips and Tinashe. Gentle piano keys make way for strobing synths in Everett’s upbeat, yet emotional rework of the long-awaited reunion between the “All My Friends” collaborators.
Produced by EASYFUNN (Charli XCX), the track is a sonic explosion of apocalyptic beats, distorted undulating synths and Bree’s menacing spitfire vocals, and instantly transports you from the grimy underground raves of East London to the fierceness of New York’s ballroom scene, via the luxe catwalks of Paris Fashion Week.
The songstress lends her airy vocals to the UK duo’s lush production, settling into the space between emotional ballad and toe-tapping groove. Expressive percussion provides contrast to the tenderness of Tinashe’s voice, amplified by Snakehips’ trademark blend of R&B, pop, and electronic elements in this tune from the hit-making collaborators.
As it quickly approaches the completion of its first year providing responsive support to New York City's arts community, Chelsea Factory has announced upcoming programming through the end of 2022. Located at 547 West 26th Street, the recently renovated arts and community center presents public performances from a selection of its current cohort of resident artists and esteemed organizational partners to finish the year.
Bantu was the featured artist on the original track from the GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum band’s Gold-selling album JORDI. He has put a new spin on the record, including a collaboration with GRAMMY-nominated songwriter BLEU and BET’s “Best New Artist” Latto. Listen to the new single now!
BOYS NOIZE finds his influence penetrating the center: 2020 was marked by a GRAMMY nomination for his collaboration with SKRILLEX and TY DOLLA $IGN “Midnight Hour” — an unlikely blend of late-night R&B, oldskool rave and hard house — while 2021 brought a GRAMMY win for LADY GAGA´s “Rain on Me,” feat. ARIANA GRANDE.
Uniting soulful sounds with signature stabs of euphoric piano chords, MK and BURNS bring their sensibilities to the track, amplified by a kicking bassline. Teddy Swims lends his viral vocal chops to the tune to create an energy that celebrates the house and soul roots of MK’s native Detroit, with lyrics that spread a brighter future ahead.
The festival concourse will be rounded out by the Toyota SoundStage featuring performances by Mary J. Blige with the Roots, Summer Walker, WizKid, Kirk Franklin, Jazmine Sullivan and more; the CIROC and DeLeón VIP Experience, Everything Legendary Stage, Picnic Village with local businesses and non-profits.
Tame Impala (Kevin Parker) has teamed up with the legendary Diana Ross for their new song “Turn Up The Sunshine” out now everywhere. Last month, Tame Impala released The Slow Rush B-Sides and Remixes (Interscope) featuring tracks off of his GRAMMY-nominated 2020 album. Listen to the new single now!
Today, two thrilling BOYS NOIZE and ABRA “Affection” remixes by the Bosnian-German deep house artist SOLOMUN have been released HERE via Boysnoize Records. Originally, “Affection” came out last year as part of German-Iraqi artist BOYS NOIZE (Alex Ridha)'s fifth studio album +/- (POLARITY).
G made the song with a close circle of friends, the background vocals are Devon Baldwin and Vida Simon, as well as the same choir, led by Tim Davis, that was used on his previous song “Faithful.” Additionally, Goody Grace plays the drums, guitar and bass guitar, and it was co-produced by G and Zac Brunson.
Skyrocketing to #1 worldwide, Red Hot Chili Peppers have delivered the Biggest Rock Album in the World with their twelfth full-length offering, Unlimited Love [Warner Records]. It notably bowed at #1 on the Billboard 200, marking the group’s second #1 debut on the chart and first since 2006’s classic Stadium Arcadium.
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