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Pharrell Williams and Travis Scott Share New Song “Down in Atlanta”: Listen
Pharrell Williams and Travis Scott have shared their new song “Down in Atlanta.” The song was announced around the same time that it was revealed that Williams’ Something in the Water festival will return to Virginia Beach in 2023. Check out the new track below. The multi-day music festival Something in the Water will be held in Pharrell Williams’ hometown of Virginia Beach between April 28 and April 30 of 2023. The lineup has not yet been revealed, but the 2022 edition featured Chloe x Halle, Lil Baby, and others. Earlier this year, Williams shared “Cash In Cash Out” and featured on Calvin Harris’ “Stay With Me” and Pusha T’s “Neck & Wrist.” “Down in Atlanta” marks Travis Scott’s latest guest appearance since the 2021 Astroworld tragedy. He has also featured on Southside’s “Hold That ...
The Smile Perform “You Will Never Work in Television Again” on Fallon: Watch
The Smile—the Radiohead side project made up of Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, and Tom Skinner—were the musical guests on the latest episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The trio performed “You Will Never Work In Television Again” from their debut album A Light for Attracting Attention. Watch it happen below. A Light for Attracting Attention is the first full-length album from the group. They released “You Will Never Work in Television Again”—their first official single—in January. The track was produced by frequent Radiohead collaborator Nigel Godrich. Read Pitchfork’s feature “The Smile’s New Songs, Debuted in London, Sound Like Radiohead. (That’s a Good Thing.)” on the Pitch. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
Mila V Is the New Vanguard of Acid House, and Patta Soundsystem Wants You to Know
Patta Soundsytem wants you to know all about Mila V, as the streetwear and music-centric stalwart is spotlighting the multifaceted rave-centric musician for its final Soundsystem installment of the year. Joining Mila V to launch their new EP, CRACKS, the two have come together for a merch collection that further celebrates the release and they will also be hosting an exclusive listening party. Mila V is relatively new on the scene. Working and living between London and her motherland of the Netherlands (specifically Amsterdam), the Dutch musician has developed a sound of acid house, warped vocals and energy fit for the 4 a.m. post-party scene. Now, with CRACKS, Mila V looks inwards at repression and how they have felt the need to suppress themselves in the music industry. As a result,...
J Stone ft. Jadakiss & Swizz Beatz “No Time,” Jucee Froot & T.I. “Step” & More | Daily Visuals 11.17.22
HipHopWired Featured Video Ever since Jadakiss dominated the Verzuz stage a few years ago more and more artists have been asking the Hip-Hop OG to bless them with some bars and today, Jay-To-The-Muah continues to kill his guest appearances. In J Stone’s visuals to “No Time,” Jadakiss heads out to the City of Angels to kick it with J Stone at Nipsey Hussle’s The Marathon Continues where they spend some bred and post up next to Nipsey’s mural on some G sh*t. R.I.P, Nip. Back in the South, T.I. still holding down his throne and for his and Jucee Froot’s clip to “Step,” the two roll through the town to turn up on various blocks while flossing some major ice. Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Bizzy Banks, Joe Jonas and Khalid, and more. J STONE FT. JADAKISS & SWIZZ BEA...
R. Kelly Requests Judge Reverse Fed Conviction Or Grant New Trial
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Cook County Department of Corrections / Cook County Department of Corrections R. Kelly and his defense team have filed motions to a judge in Chicago to have his federal convictions tossed out or to grant him a new trial. According to reports, Kelly’s lead attorney Jennifer Bonjean filed the motions in a federal court in Chicago, Illinois on Tuesday (Nov. 15). The dual motions request that the judge throw out the artist’s federal convictions for child pornography and sexual abuse and grant a new trial. The motions are considered routine and are expected to be denied, but they will help to preserve arguments that could be presented later to the seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals. Bonjean wrote in the motions filed with U.S. District Judge Harry Leinenweb...
Kendrick Lamar Kicks It In Cowboy Boots In Visuals To “Rich Spirit”
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jason Koerner / Getty This past Summer Kendrick Lamar blessed the culture with an absolute banger in Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, and just when you thought he was done dropping visuals for the album cuts, he comes through with a new one. Yesterday, Kendrick Lamar came through with a new video for fan-favorite cut “Rich Spirit” and it was definitely interesting. Spending the entirety of the video in a nice lavish room all by himself, Kendrick entertains himself by busting out some moves to the beat in some cowboy boots similar to the ones Jerry Seinfeld wore in “The Mom and Pop Store” episode. Yes, we still watch Seinfeld round these parts. Shout out to K. Dot for that Grammy nod he got for Best Rap Album this week. Hopefully Jack Harlow doesn’t Mack...
7 Things You Didn’t See on TV at the 2022 Latin Grammys
While artists graced the red carpet, gave memorable speeches, and took center stage during the televised 2022 Latin Grammys on Thursday night (Nov. 17) via Univision, here’s what Billboard observed behind the scenes. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Check out the things you didn’t see on TV below: 1. A heartfelt moment. Yahritza y Su Esencia, the youngest-nominated best new artist at 15, and Angela Alvarez, the oldest best new artist nominee at 95, interchanged hugs and kisses on the red carpet. Later in the night, Alvarez and Mexican singer-songwriter Silvana Estrada tied for the coveted best new artist award. 2. Also on the carpet, Estrada expressed that one of her best moments of 2022 so far was when Rosalia DM’ed her on Instagram. “I did a p...
Which Was The Best Performance at the 2022 Latin Grammys? Vote!
A total of 18 musical performances took center stage at the 2022 Latin Grammys on Thursday night (Nov. 17) including from heavy hitters such as Romeo Santos, Karol G, and Rosalia, to name a few. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Thalia, Luis Fonsi, Laura Pausini, Sin Bandera, Carin Leon, Gente de Zona, Goyo, and Aymee Nuviola joined forces on stage for the evening’s grand opener, a tribute to person of the year Marco Antonio Solis. An eclectic medley by Rauw Alejandro followed with his bangers “Lejos del Cielo,” “Mas de Una Vez,” “Desesperados,” and “Punto 40;” Christina Aguilera and Christian Nodal wowed the crowd with their power-vocals in “Cuando Me Dé la Gana;” and Karol G had the entire venue on their feet with her certified club bangers “Ga...
Taylor Swift Extends Chart Reign In Australia
Taylor Swift retains the chart double in Australia with Midnights and “Anti-Hero,” as Louis Tomlinson beats Bruce Springsteen to the runner-up spot on the national albums chart. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Tomlinson can claim bragging rights in his duel with the Boss, as the former One Direction star debuts at No. 2 on the ARIA Chart with Faith In The Future. The British pop singer’s second album manages to outrun Bruce Springsteen’s latest effort Only The Strong Survive, which opens at No. 3 on the ARIA Chart. Faith In The Future bags a solo career best for Tomlinson, bettering the No. 6 peak for 2020’s Walls. Springsteen, however, has racked up five No. 1 ARIA Albums over the course of his decades-long, 21-album career. Making a noteworth...
Beastie Boys Exhibit Drawn From Band’s Archives to Open in L.A. in December
Beastie Boys fans who want to immerse themselves in the world and ethos of the pioneering rap band will get a chance to in Los Angeles next month. Beginning Dec. 10, street art gallery Beyond the Streets will mount an exhibition of archival items and memorabilia spotlighting the raucous hip-hop group, who became the first rap act to chart a Billboard top album with 1986’s Licensed to Ill, which included the songs “Brass Monkey”, “(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party!)” and “Girls.” The exhibit, which will be free to the public and open through Jan. 23, is set to include a trove of items from the personal collections of Adam “Ad-Rock” Horowitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond. (After the death of third member Adam “MCA” Yauch in 2012 from cancer, the group disbanded.) Explore Explore See ...
Robert “Mack” McCormick Archive Donated to Smithsonian
The folklorist Robert “Mack” McCormick dedicated his life to preserving the rich tradition of American blues music, and, now, a portion of his vast archive has been gifted to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. McCormick’s daughter, Susannah Nix, donated more than 590 reels of sound recordings and 165 boxes of materials to the museum. This includes more than 70 cubic feet of manuscripts, as well as photographs, research notes, interviews transcripts, playbills, contracts, and more. “McCormick’s archive has long been of near-mythical proportions within research and music history circles, and it lives up to its promise,” John Troutman, the museum’s curator of music, shared in a statement. “This archive yields revelations about the lives of many significant early- and mid-c...
Rosalía Performs “Hentai” and “La Fama” at the 2022 Latin Grammys: Watch
The 23rd Annual Latin Grammy Awards took place tonight (November 17) in Las Vegas, and as part of the awards ceremony, Rosalía took the stage to perform at the event. The Spanish vocalist performed her songs “Hentai” and “La Fama” from her latest album Motomami. Check it out here. Rosalía was nominated for Record of the Year ( “La Fama” with the Weeknd), Album of the Year (Motomami), Song of the Year (“Hentai”), Best Alternative Album (Motomami), Best Alternative Song (“Hentai”), Best Recording Package, Best Engineered Album, Best Short Form Music Video (“Hentai”), and Best Long Form Music Video (“Motomami (Rosalía TikTok Live Performance)”) and took home awards including Best Alternative Music Album, Best Recording Package, and Best Engineered Album. Motomami is Rosalía’s third studio alb...
