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Four Iconic Doctor P Tracks Get the 2020 Remix Treatment
The name Doctor P is synonymous with classic dubstep, as the veteran producer and DJ has been providing some of the most memorable bass-heavy releases for over a decade. Now, some of his most iconic releases have received the remix treatment from some of bass music’s finest. “Flying Spaghetti Monster” may be one of Doctor P’s most recognizable offerings. Fellow dubstep mainstay Spag Heddy offers a perfectly reimagined remix of the track, keeping it heavy and energetic while giving the tune a 2020 update. The producer’s moniker also cleverly lends itself to the noodle theme. Bebi‘s take on “Rekt Together” brings a melodic flavor that blends modern future bass with old school dubstep. Infectiously tantalizing, Bebi’s...
Steve Aoki, ZHU, More Appear on Full Electric Blockaloo Lineup
When Electric Blockaloo was announced, it came as no surprise that the digital festival would be the largest in history. With a stellar lineup and intricately designed stages, Electric Blockaloo will take place entirely within the world of the hit video game Minecraft. Now, the full lineup for the virtual music fest has been announced, and it has even further reinforced its historic status. That sure is a lot of artists—over 850, to be accurate—all hosted across 65 uniquely designed stages within the Minecraft landscape. Adding to the previously announced lineup, Rave Family has confirmed appearances from the likes of Steve Aoki, Skream, Galantis, MK, and a multitude of other major names across the vast spectrum of electronic dance music. With staggering number of arti...
Eric Prydz Announces New Cirez D Vinyl Release
Eric Prydz never sleeps. Whether under his main alias, his more proggy Pryda pseudonym, or the techno-oriented Cirez D, the man is essentially a production machine. Fans of the Cirez D project will be elated to know that a brand new vinyl is on the way from Prydz. “Valborg” was previously released digitally in May, after Drumcode boss Adam Beyer shared a recording from when he played back-to-back with Prydz at last year’s Creamfields. Now, the single will see its vinyl release on July 3rd, which should delight audiophiles looking to add some new techno to their libraries. The single’s B-side is called “The Raid,” which was also released alongside “Valborg” in May. Both tracks boast a progressive and nearly...
Tekashi 6ix9ine and Nicki Minaj Collaborate on New Single “Trollz”: Stream
Tekashi 6ix9ine and Nicki Minaj have unveiled a new collaborative single called “Trollz”. Stream the new release below. A portion of the proceeds from the song, as well as its corresponding merchandise, will benefit The Bail Project. “The fund provides free bail assistance to low-income individuals who can’t afford to pay bail while awaiting their trial,” Minaj explained on social media. “We want to protect and support the thousands of brave people working on the front lines of social justice, using their voices to demand AN END to the targeting and killing of Black Americans by the police.” For Tekashi, today’s offering marks his second comeback single since being released early from prison due to the coronavirus; revisit last month’s “GOOBA” here. The rapper had originally been sentenced...
Coriky (Ian MacKaye, Joe Lally, Amy Farina) Unveil Debut Album: Stream
In 2018, Fugazi members Ian MacKaye and Joe Lally debuted their new band Coriky during a concert in Washington, DC. Rounded out by Amy Farina, MacKaye’s spouse and co-founder of The Evens, the group is now sharing their first album. Stream the self-titled release below via Bandcamp. The album features MacKaye on guitar, Lally on bass, and Farina on drums, with all three contributing vocals. The trio plays a tight-knit variety of punk-ish alt-rock throughout the LP, a fitting fusion of the members’ previous outfits. The 11-song effort is highlighted by lead single “Clean Kill”, which features harmonized vocals. There’s also “Too Many Husbands”, a track that showcases Farina’s expressive yet catchy sneer. The new album was originally due out earlier this year via Dischord, but was pushe...
Savages’ Jehnny Beth Shares Crushing Debut Solo Album To Live is to Love: Stream
Jehnny Beth, of post-punk band Savages, has released her debut solo album, To Live is to Love, via Caroline Records. Stream it in its entirety below via Apple Music or Spotify. For the new LP, the Savages rocker enlisted the talents of The xx’s Romy Madley Croft and Joe Talbot of IDLES. Actor Cillian Murphy also makes an appearance on “A Place Above,” as well as in the very intense music video for “I’m The Man”. Beth’s solo music still follows the same disjointed, anxious vein as Savages, with her own unique poetic lyrics placed front and center. Speaking to the New York Times, Beth said that she was inspired by Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk and David Bowie’s final record, Blackstar. “…An album can be a testament, an imprint of your vision of the world, and it will last longer than you ...
Liam Gallagher Releases MTV Unplugged Live Album: Stream
Oasis rocker Liam Gallagher filmed his MTV Unplugged performance in 2019, but it is finally being released as a proper live album. Stream MTV Unplugged Live at Hull City Hall in full below via Apple Music or Spotify. The setlist consists of 10 tracks, including two of Oasis’ biggest hits in “Some Might Say” and “Champagne Supernova.” The 47-year-old songwriter also performed some of his own work, such as his debut solo single, “Wall of Glass”, and Why Me? Why Not? selection “Now That I Found You”. In addition, the MTV Unplugged gig featured his first live performance of “Sad Song”. Gallagher was joined at Yorkshire’s Hull City Hall by Oasis’ founding guitarist Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs and the Urban Soul String Orchestra, lending a cinematic quality to the otherwise acoustic songs. Toda...
Listen to John Prine’s Final Song ‘I Remember Everything’
The music world was devastated when John Prine died from complications from COVID-19 earlier this year. His final album was released in 2018, but on Thursday night, his final song was shared by his estate. “I Remember Everything” was produced by country hitmaker Dave Cobb and co-written by Pat McLaughlin. The tune was unveiled following the all-star tribute to the singer-songwriter that featured As from Kacey Musgraves, Sturgill Simpson, Kurt Vile, Margo Price, Jason Isbell among many more. Following his death, tributes from musicians far and wide poured in, including from Elvis Costello, Jeff Tweedy, Bonnie Raitt, Lilly Hiatt, Natalie Maines, Jim James, Roger Waters, and more. Listen to the song below. [embedded content] You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Da...
See the Full Schedule for Billboard & The Hollywood Reporter’s Pride Summit and Pride Prom
Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter announced today (June 11) the full programming details for the second annual Pride Summit and Prom, which will be held on Saturday (June 13) and feature a number of panels, tutorials, performances, conversations and more, leading up to the first-ever virtual Pride Prom. The day-long online event kicks off at 12:30 p.m. ET with some opening remarks and a meditation led by Black Lives Matter Co-Founder Patrisse Cullors. Leading up to the 7 p.m. prom, fans will see performances and hear discussions with influential LGBTQ artists in the industry. Wilson Cruz, Jessica Hargrave and Ryan White – the team behind Apple TV+’s Visible: Out on Television – will participate in a panel discussion on LGBTQ representation in TV and film. Todrick Hal...
Coachella Announces 2021 Dates After Cancellation News
Now Coachella is being planned for April 9-11 and April 16-18, 2021, and Stagecoach is scheduled for April 23-25, 2021. Following news Wednesday Coachella and Stagecoach festivals’ October dates were canceled by county health officials, promoter Goldenvoice announced new dates on Thursday (June 11) in 2021 for the Indio, California, events. Now Coachella is being planned for April 9-11 and April 16-18, 2021, Stagecoach is scheduled for April 23-25, 2021. Coachella’s 2020 edition was previously scheduled to take place April 10-12 and April 17-19 with headliners Travis Scott, Frank Ocean and Rage Against the Machine. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, it was then pushed back to the weekends of Oct. 9-11 and Oct. 16-18 and Stagecoach was moved to Oct. 23-25. R...
NMPA Touts Cross-Industry Legislative Cooperation, New Friendship With Peloton & More at Annual Meeting
Kicking off the National Music Publishers’ Association’s annual meeting Wednesday, the organization’s president and CEO David Israelite applauded RIAA CEO Mitch Glazier for his leadership in pulling together around 65 music trade groups to lobby Congress for CARES Act relief for self-employed music industry workers. Glazier himself applauded the industry for coming together and noted that in times of tragedy, artists are quick to respond, playing live concerts to raise money for any number of worthy causes. “But sometimes they are not so good at raising money for themselves” in their own time of need, he said. Israelite also pointed out the industry was forced to respond to California’s AB5 law, which was enacted to try and protect gig economy workers. That law, however, would have created...
Will Ferrell & Rachel McAdams Play an Icelandic Music Duo in ‘Eurovision’ Film: Watch the Trailer
Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams are taking on Eurovision in Netflix’s upcoming comedy, Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga, and the first trailer dropped today (June 11). The clip shows Ferrell and McAdams, who play Lars and Sigrit of budding Icelandic musical duo Fire Saga as they haphazardly work toward their dreams of winning of the world’s biggest song competition. Demi Lovato is also involved in the movie and will perform “In the Mirror,” an original song for the movie’s soundtrack. The David Dobkin-directed film, which also stars Dan Stevens, Lovato, Pierce Brosnan and more, will be available for streaming on June 26. Watch the trailer, and the hilarious music video for Fire Saga’s “Volcano Man” below. [embedded content] [embe...
