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Cardi B Gets It ‘Up’ In Supremely Sexy New Video
2020 is dead, long live 2021! Cardi B dropped her latest music video for her new single “Up” at midnight on Friday (February 5), and with it, a eulogy for a bum year. The follow-up to the record-breaking smash collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion, “WAP“, which released seven months prior in August, she’s put the past behind her and is looking toward the sky — or at least toward an album release, set to arrive in the coming months. “Up” is a bumping bop that riffs from the catchy refrain: “If it’s up, then it’s up, then it’s up, then it’s stuck.” The video kicks off with Cardi twerking in a graveyard over a crypt marked “R.I.P. 2020” in full, chandelier crystal-encrusted funeral attire, complete...
FKA Twigs’s Earthly Opus, Tkay Maidza’s ‘Kim’ Worship, And More Songs We Love
San Diego rapper Amon has found a level of smooth that’s all his own, and it’s on full display in his latest single, “Uglee.” Dating in the 21st century is the topic of conversation, and he tells it like it is from the first lyric: “I’m in lust.” Amon brings grounded energy to every line he raps, making you privy to a late-night conversation as he talks about falling for ladies “superb and attractive and out of my league.” Naturally, the dreamy video finds him scrolling on his phone, sitting cross-legged in bed, reporting live from the apps. With an infectious smile, it’s hard not to get excited alongside him, even if your Tinder pool leaves something to be desired. —Carson Mlnarik You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should b...
New HBO Documentary Investigates Woody Allen Abuse Allegations
Allen v. Farrow (HBO) HBO has shared the first teaser trailer for Allen v. Farrow, a four-part documentary about the allegations that Woody Allen sexually abused his daughter Dylan Farrow. The first episode debuts Sunday, February 21st, with new installments arriving on subsequent Sundays. From 1979 to 1992, Allen and Mia Farrow made 13 films together and had three children, two adopted and one biological. Their relationship unraveled after Farrow discovered Allen had begun a sexual relationship with 21-year-old Soon-Yi Previn, Farrow’s adopted daughter from a previous relationship. Soon afterwards, then seven-year-old Dylan accused Allen of sexually molesting her in Farrow’s home. Allen has repeatedly denied the allegations and suggested that she was pushed to make the claims by...
Rezz Drops Intoxicating New Single “Sacrificial” featuring PVRIS
Whenever our beloved space mom drops a single, we know it will be big. REZZ teased fans that new music was on the way just last week, but didn’t make us wait long to hear the final result. Her first original of the year, “Sacrificial,” has arrived and features a stunning performance from PVRIS. This is their first collaboration together but we hope it won’t be their last. “‘Sacrificial’ is about risking it all for love… even if the world around you is telling you it’s not right,” PVRIS explained in a press release. This message is conveyed beautifully through Lynn Gunn‘s emotive vocal performance. Rezz balances the track out with her signature midtempo stylings, adding dimension around every corner. It’s both ...
Conway the Machine and Big Ghost LTD Reunite on New Album If It Bleeds It Can Be Killed: Stream
Conway the Machine is still putting the final touches on God Don’t Make Mistakes, his debut album on Shady Records, but he’s got another release to keep fans occupied in the meantime: If It Bleeds It Can Be Killed, a joint LP with producer Big Ghost LTD. Today’s new effort marks a reunion for the two hip-hop acts, who previously linked up on last year’s well received No One Mourns the Wicked. Conway, Big Ghost LTD, and fellow Griselda regular Westside Gunn also put out a collaborative project in 2015 called Griselda Ghost. There are 10 tracks in all on If It Bleeds. Many feature soulful, almost Motown-esque production (“J Batters” and “Highly Praised”), while others like “Toast” couple heavy artillery sounds with fuzzy funk. There’s also “Red Beams”, which fills every conceivable spac...
Black Coffee Releases Defining Sophomore Album “Subconsciously”
Black Coffee has remained a global force not only in dance music but in the music industry as a whole. His critically-acclaimed debut album, Pieces Of Me, further spread his influence, landing him collaborations with high-profile artists including Drake and Alicia Keys. Today, Black Coffee has left an even more impactful mark with the release of his sophomore LP, Subconsciously, out via Ultra Records. Subconsciously is yet another defining work for Black Coffee, transcending the boundaries of genres. In months prior, the South African artist has driven the momentum for the album by releasing monumental collaborations with the likes of Diplo and Pharell Williams. Additionally, Subconsciously features tracks with Maxine Ashley, Sabrina Claudio, Usher, David...
The Reckoning Is Neil Marshall’s Biggest Whiff Yet: Review
This review was originally part of our coverage of the 2020 Beyond Film Festival. The Pitch: It’s late 17th century England, and although the plague is no longer running as rampant as it once was, a new pandemic has taken over: witchcraft. The era of scapegoating women for anything and everything is prevalent and the main conflict in The Reckoning. Grace Haverstock’s husband has committed suicide, himself afflicted with the plague, and has left Grace and their newborn daughter to care for their small farm. When she falls behind on rent, her landlord attacks her and suggests she make payment with sexual favors. Grace spurns his advances. With his fragile male ego damaged, he accuses her of witchcraft, and Grace is put into bondage and undergoes a series of physical and psychological torture...
Holiday87 Embraces Nostalgia on Charming Debut Album
Holiday87, a side project from Ben Ruttner of The Knocks, has slowly been rolling out music since the end of last year. He first released his singles “Lost” and “Chimera” in September and October of 2020, respectively. After those short glimpses at what he has to offer, the New Hampshire-born producer’s self-titled debut album has arrived today on his newly launched label, Black Clay. During Holiday87’s stay in upstate New York throughout the quarantine, he found himself inspired by the woods that surrounded him. It reminded him of where he lived during his childhood and the time he spent sampling records and making cassette tapes to sell to his friends. His inspiration translates incredibly well, as each of the 13 tracks effortlessly draws upo...
New Artist Spotlight: UNDREAM’s Early Refinement is Only the Beginning for his Bright Future
Last June, UNDREAM debuted his first single, “Freak.” Since its initial release, the young Swedish producer has premiered one other tune and garnered 1.7 million streams across both songs on Spotify alone. His latest single, “Nightmare” with Neoni, is a continuation of his haunting yet playful sound. “Nightmare” embraces the sinister side of music production. UNDREAM expertly uses ethereal synths, creeping basslines, and unsettling samples to trap listeners in an inescapable, eerie dreamscape. Neoni’s pleas serve as the only tie to reality, further immersing listeners into their unsettling and impressive new ballad. Discussing “Nightmare,” UNDREAM says “abstract imagery and unexplainable situations are things that inspire mo...
3OH!3 on What to Expect from 303 Day
Kyle Meredith With… 3OH!3 Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | Radio Public | RSS 3OH!3 sit down with Kyle Meredith to detail their upcoming return-to-form record, NEED. Nate Motte and Sean Foreman explain how this new set speaks to their earlier songs, meeting fan expectations, and writing a sad anthem against the abundance of positive songs in pop music. The electronic duo also discuss maturing into middle age and how that finds its way into the music, the 00’s resurgence, and a teaser of the album’s special guests and upcoming 303 Day. Kyle Meredith With… is an interview series in which WFPK’s Kyle Meredith speaks to a wide breadth of musicians. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, Meredith digs ...
Wisin & Los Legendarios Say New Joint Album Is ‘Full of Emotions & Great Music’
Los Legendarios, who have been in the scene since 2008, are behind many reggaeton hits, including “Vacaciones,” “Escapate Conmigo” and “Me Niego.” Their superpowers also come out to play on this album, home to 19 tracks, including La Base’s newest talents: Chris Andrew, Abdiel and Linares. “It’s always a fun and different experience working with new talents, especially when they are hungry to learn, very talented and humble,” Ramirez says. But Wisin, Los Legendarios, and the entire squad at La Base were not alone on this journey: Their collaborators included Nicky Jam, Myke Towers, Sech, Reik, Rauw Alejandro and Lunay, to name a new. “It’s a great blessing,” Wisin says to Billboard. “I think that one of the keys to success in this genre are collaborations. Receiving an honest ‘ye...
HBO Developing GameStop Stock Movie with Billions Co-Creator, Blumhouse
If you ask the folks on r/WallStreetBets, the saga of taking GameStop to the moon in order to stick it to hedge funds shorting the company’s stock isn’t nearly over. But even in the midst of this social media-based financial smack down, Hollywood is already seeing its own dollar signs. The latest studio seeking to adapt the real-life story is HBO, which is developing a project with Billions co-creator and financial journalist Andrew Ross Sorkin, former HBO Films head Len Amato, and Jason Blum’s Blumhouse. The Hollywood Reporter has it that the cable network is currently in search of a writer to pen the film. The outlet also continually refers to the production as a “project,” shying away from specifying if it might be a movie, TV show, or limited series. Any of those forms might work for t...
