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First Stream Latin: New Music From Dalex, Banda MS, Ozuna, Danna Paola & More
A conceptual album that’s meant to be genderless so that everyone can enjoy equally, Dalex presents Unisex. Home to 18 tracks, the Puerto Rican artist stays true to his R&B essence but also delivers other experimental gems via edgy reggaetón jams, acoustic ballads, and EDM fusions. “With this new project, I intend to unite all the people who not only like music but also use fashion as a way of expressing who they are,” he says in an official statement. “With ‘Unisex,’ I want to influence everyone to dare to think outside the box, break stigmas, and live fully.” Focus track “Maquina del Tiempo,” with Rauw Alejandro and Lyanno, best attests to that, showing Dalex in a more retro ’80s, synth-pop vibe. Unisex includes other collabo...
Bop Shop: Songs By Charli XCX, Conan Gray, Alex Lahey, And More
In celebration of her 29th birthday — and the start of Scorpio season — Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Sir Babygirl dropped a celebratory mixtape, their first release since 2019, and it’s as effervescent and unhinged as the buzzing and bombastic tunes that put them on the map. “Bed” starts with a slowed-down assertion, “You can’t reach me / I’m lying in my bed,” setting the tone for a meditation on depression, insecurity, and romance over heavy reverb. “Which side of my face do you want to replace / The side that laughs, the side that jokes / The one that scares you the most,” she spits before launching into a heavenly honest chorus of, “Will you lay next to me until I come back to my body.” It’s a fitting refrain for a track as intimate as the furniture it takes its name from. —Carson M...
Travis Scott Balls Out in New “ESCAPE PLAN” Music Video
Hours ahead of Astroworld‘s commencement, Travis Scott has returned with the official video for his newly-released track, “ESCAPE PLAN.” The visual, which Scott co-directed alongside Eliel Ford and White Trash Tyler, firsrt sees the 29-year-old rapper play the new track from inside his car in an isolated area. The scene then switches to outside a mansion, where a security team stands by while La Flame raps from atop a hill with guard dogs on duty. Scott then lugs a Louis Vuitton case onto a jet, takes a joyride on an ATV and rides waves in a motorboat alongside his crew before heading out to a party in the final sequence of the video. Scott first debuted the song live at Rolling Loud New York, where he publicly performed the new verse following several teasers. The Houston rapper officiall...
Silk Sonic Delivers Tracklist for Highly-Anticipated Debut Album
The tracklist is out for the debut album of Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak‘s R&B superduo Silk Sonic. Out a week from today, An Evening with Silk Sonic will encompass nine singles, three of which have already been released. The LP will open with an eponymous intro track, followed by its lead single, “Leave the Door Open.” The duo made its debut with the song in March and cited a contemporary R&B genre called quiet storm as its inspiration. July’s “Skate” is listed second-to-last on the album, while “Smokin’ Out the Window,” which was dropped today, is fifth. New music from Mars and Paak on the tracklist includes “Fly As Me,” “777,” “Put On a Smile” and “After Last Night” featuring Thundercat and Bootsy Collins, the latter of whom was named the “special guest host” of the album. The ...
Dame Dash Wants To Make A Sequel To ‘Paid In Full’ After Alpo Martinez’s Murder
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Courtesy of Damon Dash / Damon Dash Dame Dash is now ready to give fans what they have been asking for. He says he can now finish the script to Paid In Full 2 after Alpo’s recent murder. As spotted on Page Six the business mogul now sees a thoughtful way to bring a sequel to life to one of the culture’s most beloved crime dramas. In an exclusive interview with the celebrity gossip site he details that he has wanted to do a part 2 for some now. “Paid In Full is a reflection of everything I’ve learned and I am really going to see it through now that there’s an ending,” he explained. “So this is going to dramatically change based on what happened Sunday. I was stuck on how to really approach it and this is actually giving me more clarity.” Related ...
Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak aka Silk Sonic Drop Smooth “Smokin Out The Window’ Visuals
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Warner Bros. / Youtube A minute ago Anderson .Paak and Bruno Mars announced that they had been working on a duo project and dubbed themselves Silk Sonic (catchy!), and after dropping a two singles to get things going, they’ve returned with a new clip in “Smokin Out The Window.” The throwback visuals perfectly matches the groove that the two seem to be aiming for as they take the stage draped in 70’s attire as they sing with 2021-ish lyrics saying “This b*tch got me payin’ her rent, payin’ for trips/diamonds on her neck, diamonds on her wrist/and here I am all alone (all alone)…” Not gonna lie, it’s hella dope, crazy smooth, and actually relatable to an extent. We ain’t balling like that, but replace “diamonds” with “Jordans” or “Nike,” and we with Silk So...
NBA To Investigate Phoenix Suns Owner Robert Sarver Over Racism & Misogyny Allegations
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Christian Petersen / Getty The Phoenix Suns are facing an internal crisis as allegations of racism and misogyny swirl about the team’s majority owner. Robert Sarver is now the target of an NBA investigation after a report from ESPN blew the lid off of happenings within the Suns organization. ESPN issued a report on Thursday (November 5) from Baxter Holmes that zeroed in on the allegations made against Sarver, who has been the majority owner of the Suns for the past 17 years. The outlet highlighted comments made by former NBA player and former Suns head coach Earl Watson regarding Sarver’s use of the “n-word” and how he felt a right to use it because Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors did so. Related Stories Watson retold the story and said that h...
Chris Rock Clowns Anti-Vaxxers, “Voice For The Voiceless” Kyrie Irving Also Got Flamed
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Steve Russell / Getty Chris Rock had time for anti-vaxxers and Kyrie Irving. Wednesday (Nov.3), the actor/comedian clowned anti-vaxxers. Also, he took a swipe at the benched Nets point guard at an NFT Week event in Brooklyn that featured other artists like Lil Baby Questlove, Rich the Kid, and fellow funnyman Aziz Ansari. While on stage, Rock hyped up the crowd by calling out anti-vaxxers at the event. After joking about wearing masks while attending concerts, Rock jokingly asked, “Where’s my anti-vaxxers at?” Strangely, his question got some cheers from people in the crowd who have to be vaccinated to attend the event per a New York City mandate. Rock quickly acknowledged the strange cheers by saying, “You dumb, Kyrie motherf******!!!” Related Stories Th...
William Black Explores the Depths of Vulnerability In Stunning Sophomore Album, “Pieces”
Break out the tissues for Pieces, William Black‘s stunning sophomore album. The electronic music wunderkind and EDM.com Class of 2021 artist has offered fans a 12-track tour de force, replete with euphoric production and the storytelling prowess of one of EDM’s most promising songwriters. Released today via Lowly, Pieces is a future bass lover’s dream. The record features a bevy of the genre’s most beloved producers and singer-songwriters, such as Nurko, Fairlane, HALIENE, Essenger, and RUNN. “Remedy” is a surefire highlight in an album with many of them. Annie Schindel provides a killer topline, which moonlights as a captivating cry for help. The same can be said of “Haven” (with Dia Frampton), a melodic dubstep knockout that sheds ligh...
TNGHT Return With Trippy New Single “Tums”: Listen
TNGHT are bouncing back into the forefront of trap music without missing a beat. With “Tums,” the duo’s first effort since 2019’s II album, Hudson Mohawke and Lunice‘s calculus was simple: do what feels right and don’t overthink it. As Lunice identifies, the approach is a foundational pillar of the duo’s popularity. “‘Tums’ was made from that collective feeling of, ‘OMG maybe there actually ARE going to be parties again,'” Lunice said in a statement. “That feeling seemed to inspire the first principles of the TNGHT project: Keep it really fun. Dumb. Hard-hitting. Don’t overwork it.” On “Tums,” TNGHT open things up with their signature punchy 808s, setting a welcome and...
WHIPPED CREAM Saves the World In “Light Of Mine” Music Video: Watch
After a nearly 19-month-long hiatus, Canada’s favorite bass music export WHIPPED CREAM recently made an explosive return, teaming up with Jimorrow for a stunning single called “Light of Mine.” Out now via Monstercat, “Light of Mine” embodies WHIPPED CREAM at her finest, seamlessly blending together trap and drum & bass into her own empowered sound. The track’s blood-pumping rave sirens and swirling, futuristic synths also work alongside the dramatic flair of Jimorrow, whose solo work carries hints of electronic mainstays like RL Grime. The track’s thoughtful twists on signature sounds haven’t gone unnoticed—artists including Grime himself, Baauer and Alison Wonderland all supported it live during their 2021 Hallow...
Galantis Transform Coldplay and BTS’ “My Universe” Into Intoxicating House Anthem
Continuing their hot streak of high-powered remixes, Galantis have reworked Coldplay and BTS‘s smash hit “My Universe.” Known for their floaty, feel-good house sound, Galantis have delivered an intoxicating house anthem. Kicking up the tempo of the original, the remix transforms from a laid-back love ballad to an uptempo dance tune that aims to get the dancefloor moving. The final third sees a complete tonal shift, as BTS’ catchy verse takes center stage. Take a listen to the new remix below. Recommended Articles Following the release of 2020’s Church album, Galantis have looked sharp and remained prolific. Earlier this year, they released a huge collab with Don Diablo as well as joint tracks with David Guetta and Hook N Sling. They’ve als...
