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The Video for Calvin Harris’ ‘Stay With Me’ Is Like Being Inside a Kaleidoscope With Halsey, Justin Timberlake & Pharrell
VIP areas and the interiors of a kaleidoscope are both similarly dazzling, and in a stroke of genius the video for Calvin Harris‘ latest, “Stay With Me,” combines these two spaces with glitzy visuals and even glitzier stars. Released Friday (July 15), the clip places the track’s featured vocalists, Halsey, Justin Timberlake and Pharrell, inside a shimmying, spinning, lightly psychedelic universe, where each of them — dressed in dazzling brights — perform the funk-inflected disco opus, with Timberlake giving just the right amount of air guitar and evoking the video for Jamiroquai’s classic “Virtual Insanity” while dancing on a moving walkway. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news In addition to the trio of vocalists, Harris also makes two brief cameos...
Joe Jonas Shares Adorable Video Celebrating His & Sophie Turner’s Love Story After Welcoming Second Baby
From getting together in 2016 to welcoming their second child together this month, Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner have quite a few relationship milestones to celebrate. And in an adorable video posted to his Instagram, the DNCE frontman did just that. The Friday (July 15) video opens with old clips of the pair sitting together on a restaurant date and snuggling in bed before cutting to photos from their wedding day. It ends on a sweet snapshot of the couple taking a mirror selfie with Turner’s pregnant belly on full display. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Started from the bottom now we’re here…” Jonas captioned the video. “I want to see your [love] story.” The video — soundtracked by DNCE’s newest song “Got Me Good” — comes one day after...
Is Taylor Swift’s ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ Eligible for Grammy Nods? We Have the Answer
There has been some uncertainty about whether Taylor Swift’s Red (Taylor’s Version) will be eligible for the 65th annual Grammy Awards. The album, if eligible, would be a strong contender for nominations for both album of the year and best country album. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The album contains new recordings of the 16 songs that first appeared on the standard edition of Swift’s 2002 album Red, which was nominated in both of those categories nine years ago. The album also contains new recordings of 14 more songs that didn’t appear on the standard edition of the original album. The mystery deepened Thursday when the Academy posted its “rules and guidelines” handbook online. Under general eligibility guidelines for albums,...
Des Rocs Bares Emotional Scars in ‘Manic Memories’
Danny Rocco, better known as Des Rocs, owns his personal baggage in “Manic Memories.” The new single builds from a low-key, classically emo guitar riff to an explosive, heartfelt chorus. The sound perfectly embodies Rocco’s go-to “bedroom arena rock” approach. [embedded content][embedded content] “‘Manic Memories’ is a letter to the demons that haunt our past,” Rocco said in a statement. “The last few years have been a roller coaster, and writing about those demons provided the courage to navigate my own darkness. For anyone haunted by their past – I hope this song can be a beacon of light to guide you through the wilderness.” The release of “Manic Memories” comes close off the heels of Rocco’s July 4 announcement of an upcoming series of new singles. It is his first release since the 2021...
Latto Goes Full Cat Lady in Excellent New Video For ‘Pussy’
Latto has dropped the definitive diss track against the U.S. Supreme Court following the reversal of Roe v. Wade. The song is called “Pussy,” which arrived with an unexpectedly adorable video directed by Sara Lacombe. [embedded content][embedded content] Latto goes full cat lady. From a couch camouflaged in colorful throw pillows and blankets, she raps hissing lines like, “Your misogynistic ways show the size of your dick” while watching pro-choice protests on TV. “This video is symbolic that we can be both hard (her lyrics) and soft (the world we placed her in) at the same time,” Lacomb said in a statement. “The world is always going to tell us who to be, that’s probably never going to stop, that’s why it’s more important than ever for women to stand in their truths and know who they are....
Nell Mescal Makes Vibrant Debut on ‘Graduating’
Nell Mescal sings with biting, coming-of-age honesty on ‘Graduating,’ her debut single. The 19-year-old Irish singer-songwriter has already gained a sizeable following in the United Kingdom for her piano-rich melodies and textured vocals. [embedded content][embedded content] “Graduating” unpacks the emotional complexity of finishing high school. “The song is about feeling like you’re supposed to be sad about something but you’re not, then feeling a little bit angry, I suppose, and trying to turn that anger into something a little less all-consuming,” Mescal said in a statement. “It’s so important to me and a little bit scary because it’s quite personal!” Mescal wrote the song within an hour, sitting on her bed in her pajamas one day. The lo-fi demo she created grew into a track lush with s...
JVNA and LICK Team Up for Dazzling Bass Anthem, “Phenomenon”
Making their way to Seven Lions’ Ophelia imprint for the first time, JVNA and LICK have teamed up for a dazzling bass anthem, “Phenomenon.” “Phenomenon” expertly combines JVNA and LICK’s distinct sound while simultaneously matching the vision of Ophelia. The tune is by no means a soaring melodic bass anthem but it doesn’t need to be. It embraces a calmer tone without losing any impact. The airy intro, in accompaniment to JNVA’s breathy vocals, serves as a masterful intro that leads into a wobbly yet tame drop. Listen to “Phenomenon” below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles JVNA and LICK are coming off career years, having released their debut albums. Both LPs are career-defining in their own way, as JVNA’s&n...
Calvin Harris Enlists Justin Timberlake, Halsey and Pharrell for Summertime Jam, “Stay With Me”
For his latest mega-collab, Calvin Harris has enlisted Justin Timberlake, Halsey and Pharrell for a sun-kissed disco jam, “Stay With Me.” The infectious bassline of “Stay With Me” functions as the perfect vessel for JT, Halsey and Pharrell’s unmistakable vocals to float on while a myriad of funky synths and soulful guitar plucks help maintain the summertime feel of Harris’ forthcoming album, Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2. “Stay With Me” is the latest single from the hotly anticipated album following “New Money” (with 21 Savage) and “Potion” (with Young Thug and Dua Lipa). The record is his first in over five years and will feature even more high-profile collabs, including tracks with&...
deadmau5 and Skylar Grey Reunite for “Resident Evil” Soundtrack With New Single, “My Heart Has Teeth”
After teasing their latest collaboration last week, deadmau5 and Skylar Grey‘s contribution to Netflix’s Resident Evil soundtrack has finally arrived. “My Heart Has Teeth” expertly captures the haunting ethos of the beloved horror franchise. By making use of JUNO and Jupiter synths, deadmau5 is able to capture an ethereal, downtempo sound that’s far different than the pulsing electro sound we’ve come to expect. Grey’s mesmerizing vocals and lyrics are yet another enchanting layer to the captivating song. The reunion of deadmau5 and Grey follows 2016’s “Beneath With Me,” a fan-favorite collab with Kaskade. This isn’t the only homecoming featured on the soundtrack, however, as deadmau5 previously worked with Grégory ...
Akeos Continues to Show Unbridled Brilliance In New EP, “Libellule”
In yet another stroke of genius, EDM.com Class of 2022 star Akeos has released their mind-bending Libellule EPP. Libellule is a continuation of the mastery Akeos has been building upon for years packaged neatly into a three-track EP. They’ve continued to mystify listeners, carving their own path with unpredictable tunes. Their latest is no different, as it strays away from the hard-hitting sound Akeos has long been known for and instead embraces a techno feel. While their previous EP, Flesh Garden, was spearheaded by diverse productions throughout, Libellule maintains a similar feel through each of its three tracks. The pounding, intricately crafted beats maintain the same level of meticulous sound design yet flow much differently. It’s almost as if they’re...
Bloom Vol 22: Trust
Thirty-two years it took for me to trust myself. A sliding glass door to an inherent truth–value in my existence. “Stepping into my first dance-music concert was the beginning of opening that door,” I thought to myself, as I walked the grounds of Bloedel Reserve on Bainbridge Island. Standing amongst countless variations of flora and trees, my dad seemed to recite their names by memory. Hundreds of acres of meticulously designed gardens represented their natural surroundings while defining their uniqueness. It was the vision of someone who built an enterprise in timber, trusting themselves to give the community a treasure of reverence. The reserve was a place outside normalcy that ratified reality, like a music festival. I stood still for a second and closed my eyes. Inside of me was both ...
Steve Lacy Dissects a Breakup on Dreamy Sophomore LP ‘Gemini Rights’
Three years after the release of his GRAMMY-nominated debut LP Apollo XXI, Steve Lacy has returned with his sophomore album. Out today, July 15, Gemini Rights hears the singer reflect on ending a relationship and the slow process of moving on in its aftermath. The 10-track album opens with “Static,” an ode to Lacy’s former partner. “Hope you find peace for yourself / New boyfriend ain’t gon’ fill the void,” he sings. The song is followed by “Helmet,” where Lacy concedes that though the relationship felt “automatic,” he had to leave in order to protect himself. Alongside the early tracks “Bad Habit” and “Mercury,” standouts from the project include the slow-burning “Cody Freestyle,” “Give You the World” and “Sunshine.” On “Sunshine,” Lacy taps Fousheé for a duet about running into an ex, an...
