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Hawa Announces Debut Album, Shares New Video for New Song “Gemini”
Hawa has announced her debut album: Hadja Bangoura will arrive on November 4 via 4AD. The 11-track album is named after the Brooklyn-based artist’s great-grandmother, and was written in Conakry, Guinea, where Hawa grew up. Hadja Bangoura was executive produced by frequent collaborator Tony Seltzer and includes a guest feature from Eartheater on the song “Eater.” Along with the announcement, Hawa has shared a new single called “Gemini.” It’s produced by Seltzer and Inef Coupe. Check it out below. Last year, Hawa released her first 4AD single, “Wake Up.” The previous year, the singer, rapper, and producer shared an EP called The One. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. Hadja Bangoura: 01 Indya02 Trade03 Gemini04 Actually05 En Route06 Mmmm07 Ain’t U08 7 Dea...
Soulside Announce First Album in 33 Years, Share New Songs
We started writing the songs for A Brief Moment in the Sun in late 2020. It was daunting at first trying to make music virtually from four separate locations (NYC, Los Angeles, North Carolina, Austria) in the middle of a global pandemic, but we quickly found a songwriting groove and we added biweekly video conference calls to keep ourselves on track. By early 2021, we realized that there was something very special and passionate (and urgent) happening in these songs, and in November we met up for four days of in-person rehearsals in Brooklyn before heading down to Magpie Cage Studio in Baltimore to record the album with our old friend J. Robbins. It was pretty incredible working with J., who inspired some crucial changes to the songs, and Ian MacKaye came to the studio for two da...
Tory Lanez’s Alleged Assault of August Alsina Being Investigated by Los Angeles D.A.
Tory Lanez is being investigated by the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office for allegedly assaulting August Alsina on September 17 in Chicago. Alsina claimed on Instagram that Lanez assaulted him after Alsina refused to dap him up or shake his hand; TMZ has shared a video of Lanez appearing to celebrate in the aftermath of the alleged attack. “We are aware of the allegations that the defendant attacked artist August Alsina and are investigating these claims,” the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office said in a statement to Pitchfork. “The allegations are serious and will be thoroughly examined.” Pitchfork has reached out to Lanez and Alsina’s representatives for comment. Lanez is called “defendant” by the D.A.’s Office in reference to the assault and weapons charges he faces over the a...
Snail Mail and Mac DeMarco Share New Song “A Cuckhold’s Refrain – Peppermint Patty”
Snail Mail and Mac DeMarco have shared a surprise new song. Their collaboration is called “A Cuckhold’s Refrain – Peppermint Patty.” The song features Lindsey Jordan singing the verses with DeMarco singing the chorus, and the title is not a red herring—this is a song about being cuckolded. “You and my wife, me in my shed,” Jordan sings. DeMarco adds, “If I had known just one night would cuck me out of my own home.” Hear it below. The song was recorded in DeMarco’s garage two years ago, and it features JD Beck, Domi, and Deaton Chris Anthony. Snail Mail’s last album was last year’s Valentine, while DeMarco’s last one was 2019’s Here Comes the Cowboy. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. Snail Mail Can’t Help But Confess
Watch San Holo DJ at a Pop-Up Rave In an Elevator
San Holo‘s latest performance was different on so many levels. The beloved guitarist and dance music producer recently lifted spirits in an elevator, DJing at a miniature rave for one of the more exclusive crowds we’ve seen. It all went down (sorry, can’t help these puns) in Los Angeles over the weekend. The performance was organized by esteemed electronic music event organizer Brownies & Lemonade. It was the latest in their “B&L Pop Up Series,” which places artists in unconventional locations for impromptu DJ sets. Other pie-in-the-sky performances include one from Whethan at an abandoned zoo and another from Moore Kismet in a train yard. Holo rinsed a bevy of his hits in the elevator, like the ageless future bass banger “Light.” B&L s...
Listen to Wax Motif’s Exclusive EDM.com Playlist Ahead of 2022 CRSSD Festival Performance
To celebrate his return to San Diego’s CRSSD after four years, Wax Motif has curated an exclusive playlist for EDM.com readers to rinse ahead of the San Diego techno and house music festival. The playlist consists of 22 songs featuring many CRSSD alumni and includes a few tracks off Wax’s scintillating debut album released earlier this year. Spinning at the second of two CRSSD festivals to take place in 2021, he’s set to take over the pulsing Palms stage alongside fellow house music stars Dom Dolla, MK and Fatboy Slim, among others. Check out the rest of the CRSSD fall lineup here. Wax’s playlist serves as a taste of honey for fans who can’t wait for the hive ahead of CRSSD. And he’s as thrilled as we are tha...
ODESZA’s “Light of Day” Samples the Man Who Invented the Wireless In-Ear Monitor
ODESZA collaborated with a man who changed music as we know it—and didn’t even realize it at the time. Offering fans a look at what goes into making an ODESZA classic, the duo shared a behind-the-scenes mini-documentary examining “Light Of Day,” their collaboration with Ólafur Arnalds from The Last Goodbye. Much of the video explains the production and concept behind the single, but it goes much deeper than that. In 1972, a young recording artist by the name of Stephen Ambrose released a song called “Mary.” And while it received some radio play, it wasn’t what you’d call a household hit. After falling in love with Ambrose’s sound and determining it would be a perfect fit for “Light of Day,” ODESZA reached out to hi...
Rain On Me: The 20 Best Bridal Shower Gifts Under $100
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. It’s wedding season! Although June tends to be most commonly known as the wedding month, many couples are saving their “I Do’s” for the fall and winter. In fact, 80 percent of weddings take place between May and October and only 13 percent of those weddings are scheduled for June, The Knot reports. For shoppers on a budget, we’ve collected a list of 20 of the best bridal showers gifts that you can find online for under $100. From jewelry to sleepwear, check below for a roundup of thoughtful, practical, romantic gift ideas and honeymoon must-haves. Our list h...
Inside Track: Warner Music Group Closes In on Robert Kyncl as Next CEO
Former YouTube chief business officer Robert Kyncl is in serious talks to succeed outgoing Warner Music Group CEO Stephen Cooper, and sources familiar with the situation say his tech background has made him the frontrunner in the music group’s search for a new leader. One source says WMG has yet to make a final decision but adds it’s possible a deal could be reached within the next few weeks Talks are said to be progressing, and there’s a sense that Kyncl the frontrunner given his background and the desire for someone who is very plugged in to the business side of the tech world, says another insider. Other candidates remain in the running, says the source — SiriusXM president/chief content officer Scott Greenstein, Warner board member and Vice CEO Nancy Dubuc and former Pandora CEO Roger ...
Kelly Clarkson Gets Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame Surrounded by O.G. ‘American Idol’ Judges
Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this: On Monday (Sept. 19), Kelly Clarkson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Surrounded by original American Idol judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, the inaugural Idol champ’s ceremony took place just weeks after she marked the 20th anniversary of the revolutionary win that set her on a path to democratically elected superstardom. “This is where I won 20 years ago,” she said during her acceptance speech. “I feel very lucky and fortunate because I know a lot of talented people that love singing and are amazing at it and writing songs, and even talk show hosts — a lot of people could do that, and I just feel very fortunate that I get the chance. There are dreams you didn’t know you had and they end up happening and y...
Ozzy Osbourne Earns First No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales Chart With ‘Patient Number 9’
Ozzy Osbourne achieves his first No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart, as his latest studio effort, Patient Number 9, debuts atop the 31-year-old tally. The set sold 52,500 copies in the U.S. in the week ending Sept. 15, according to Luminate. The album also opens at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Rock & Alternative Albums, Top Rock Albums, Top Hard Rock Albums, Top Current Album Sales, Tastemaker Albums and Vinyl Albums. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart ranks the top-selling albums of the week based only on traditional album sales. The chart’s history dates back to May 25, 1991, the first week Billboard began tabulating charts with electronically monitored piece count information from SoundScan, now Luminat...
HHW Gaming: New PlayStation 5 Model Coming With Detachable Disc Drive: Report
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Future Publishing / Getty According to reports, Sony plans to launch a detachable disc drive with PlayStation 5 models in 2023. Brand new website Insider Gaming came out the gate swinging some pretty big news, reporting that Sony is working on a new PS5 console paired with a detachable disc drive arriving sometime in 2024. Per Insider Gaming: Sources familiar with Sony’s plans have shared details under the condition of anonymity outlining the next iteration of the PlayStation 5. It’s been suggested that this new console will completely replace the A, B, and C chassis that have been in production since the console’s launch. Related Stories The console, currently named the D chassis PlayStation 5, will have almost identical hardware to the existing co...
