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Nova Twins Fight the Good Fight with the Genre-Bending Supernova: Review
Sometimes, the best art is born out of adversity, struggle and strife. Look at some of the greatest creative movements in history, for example. The protest songs of the ‘60s, the Harlem Renaissance — they come from times when pain, oppression and destruction were to no longer be tolerated by the masses. For UK’s Nova Twins, that adversity, struggle and strife was large scale — an intersectional pile on of racism, sexism, environmental decline, and the loss of rights. Their sophomore album, Supernova, tackles some of these issues from the opposite perspective, focusing on the reclamation of what’s been taken rather than the agonizing over what’s been lost. Instead of forlorn lyrics directly reflecting our many tragedies, the duo, Amy Love and Georgia South to be specific, create agency in t...
Reeha ft Ice Prince – Yolo (Remix)
Check out this remix single titled “Yolo” by Reehaa, out now. Nigerian fast-rising singer Reehaa comes through with a remix single titled “Yolo” with a guest appearance from Ice Prince. The remix record is a fantastic piece of music for your listening pleasure. It fills in as a follow-up to her song titled “Hope“. However, it deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share Reehaa ft Ice Prince – “Yolo” remix below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Reehaa_-_Yolo_ft_Ice_Prince__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Ugoccie – Hookup (Onome)
Check out this brand new single from Ugoccie titled – “Hookup” (Onome). Nigerian talented singer Ugoccie comes through with a brand new single titled “Hookup” (Onome), for her beloved fans. The new record is an impressive piece of music for your listening pleasure. It fills in as a follow-up to her previously released tracks “Breakfast” & “Close For The Day“. However, it deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share Ugoccie – “Hookup” (Onome) below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Ugoccie_-_Hookup_Onome__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
BTS Blasts to No. 1 In Australia With ‘Proof’
Just days after announcing an indefinite hiatus, BTS are crowned on the Australian albums chart with Proof (BigHit Entertainment/ING). The K-pop superstars now have a third leader on the ARIA Albums Chart, following studio sets Map Of The Soul: Personal (from 2019) and Map Of The Soul: 7 (2020). Spanning 48 tracks, including the new song “Yet to Come,” Proof is available with a third, physical disc featuring several unreleased demos of solo and group tracks. Earlier in the week, BTS broke ARMY hearts when Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook announced they would embark on their solo careers, capping a remarkable decade-long run which has seen the pop outfit conquer charts around the globe. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news New at No. 3 o...
Songwriters Hall of Fame: 9 Best Moments From 2022 Induction Ceremony
After two years of COVID-related cancelations, the Songwriters Hall of Fame returned for an in-person ceremony on Thursday (June 16) night in New York City. The 2022 induction gala honored Mariah Carey, Annie Lennox & Dave Stewart of Eurythmics, The Isley Brothers, Steve Miller, Pharrell Williams & Chad Hugo of The Neptunes, Rick Nowels and William “Mickey” Stevenson. Lil Nas X was honored with the Hal David Starlight Award, while Paul Williams received the highest songwriting honor, the Johnny Mercer Award. The evening also saw UMPG chairman/CEO Jody Gerson receive the Abe Olman Publisher Award for her lengthy career of songwriter advocacy. From surprise guests (both musical and less-than) to knockout live performances, these were the standout moments from the Songwriters Hall of ...
Every Song Ranked on Drake’s ‘Honestly, Nevermind’ Album: Critic’s Picks
The 6 God goes for seven. Nine months after Certified Lover Boy‘s momentous arrival, Drake delivered another album with Honestly, Nevermind on Friday (June 17). His seventh LP, Drizzy went against his usually well-calculated ways to announce the surprise album just mere hours before it landed on streaming services. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The last time he pulled the surprise release was the critically acclaimed If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late in 2015. For once, Drake elected to keep his album shorter than his typically overstuffed albums with a modest 14 songs. Those expecting a rap album were sadly mistaken, as Drizzy leans on the house music scene and bars are a rarity outside of a few tracks. An expert collaborator,...
Charlie Puth And BTS’ Jungkook Have Cut a Collaboration ‘Left and Right’
Charlie Puth has recruited K-pop royalty for his next project — a collaboration with BTS’ Jungkook. Late Thursday, Puth dropped a viral video in which he rings Jungkook and offers the star some suggestions on how to sing “Left and Right”. “Hey man, what does it sound like when you sing ‘Memories follow me left and right,’” Puth enquires. Jungkook obliges. For his next test, Puth asks Jungkook to stand to the left of the mic and sing “I can be over here,” and then do it to the right. Not a problem. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “And it sounds like this,” Puth enthuses as he plays a cut. “This is gonna be crazy,” he adds. Puth also dangles a carrot. If the song accumulates 500,000 pre-saves, he promises to release it in full next Friday (...
Drake Releases New Album Honestly, Nevermind: Listen
Drake released his sixth solo studio album, Certified Lover Boy, in September of 2021. It was initially slated to arrive in January of that year, but it was delayed following surgery for a knee injury Drake sustained in the fall of 2020. When it finally arrived several months later, the LP swiftly shot to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, overtaking Kanye West’s Donda with what was at the time the biggest debut week of 2021. Following the record’s release, Drake shared music videos for “Way 2 Sexy” and “Knife Talk.” Drake’s goofy “Way 2 Sexy” clip was directed by frequent collaborator Dave Meyers, who captured the rapper depicting numerous “sexy” archetypes. Drake portrayed a workout video instructor, a cartoon, an older guy at the beach, a romance novel protagonist, an action hero, and a ...
Drake Releases New Album Honestly, Nevermind: Listen
Drake released his sixth solo studio album, Certified Lover Boy, in September of 2021. It was initially slated to arrive in January of that year, but it was delayed following surgery for a knee injury Drake sustained in the fall of 2020. When it finally arrived several months later, the LP swiftly shot to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, overtaking Kanye West’s Donda with what was at the time the biggest debut week of 2021. Following the record’s release, Drake shared music videos for “Way 2 Sexy” and “Knife Talk.” Drake’s goofy “Way 2 Sexy” clip was directed by frequent collaborator Dave Meyers, who captured the rapper depicting numerous “sexy” archetypes. Drake portrayed a workout video instructor, a cartoon, an older guy at the beach, a romance novel protagonist, an action hero, and a ...
iLoveMakonnen and YoungBoy Never Broke Again Share New Song: Listen
iLoveMakonnen and YoungBoy Never Broke Again have connected for the new song “All My Shit Is Stupid.” Listen below. Since parting ways with Warner—who issued iLoveMakonnen’s M3 EP and “Loser” in 2019—Makonnen has released a steady string of albums and singles, beginning with My Parade in April 2021. The musician followed My Parade with DM007 and Everything Is Trash. Last month, he released the single “Too Faded.” Earlier this year, YoungBoy Never Broke again released Colors and the DaBaby collaboration Better Than You. In addition, last week, the Baton Rouge rapper and his Never Broke Again collective shared the compilation mixtape Green Flag Activity. Coming up, on August 5, YoungBoy will issue the new album Slimeto. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
iLoveMakonnen and YoungBoy Never Broke Again Share New Song: Listen
iLoveMakonnen and YoungBoy Never Broke Again have connected for the new song “All My Shit Is Stupid.” Listen below. Since parting ways with Warner—who issued iLoveMakonnen’s M3 EP and “Loser” in 2019—Makonnen has released a steady string of albums and singles, beginning with My Parade in April 2021. The musician followed My Parade with DM007 and Everything Is Trash. Last month, he released the single “Too Faded.” Earlier this year, YoungBoy Never Broke again released Colors and the DaBaby collaboration Better Than You. In addition, last week, the Baton Rouge rapper and his Never Broke Again collective shared the compilation mixtape Green Flag Activity. Coming up, on August 5, YoungBoy will issue the new album Slimeto. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
Watch Chloë’s Video for New Song “Surprise”
Chlöe—aka Chloe Bailey of Chloe x Halle—has shared the new song “Surprise” and its Diana Kunst–directed music video. Check it out below. Last year, Chlöe shared the single “Have Mercy,” which she performed at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards, on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and at the 2021 American Music Awards. This past April, she came back with the song “Treat Me.” Revisit Pitchfork’s “The 6 Best Music Videos of September 2021,” featuring “Have Mercy” at No. 2. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
