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Serj Tankian on What’s Next for System of a Down, Mixing Humor with Facts, and Interactive Experiences
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Amazon Podcasts | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Radio Public | RSS Serj Tankian catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about Perplex Cities, his second EP in as many years, as well as what’s next for System of a Down. Advertisement Related Video The System of a Down singer tells us about using his car to mix his songs and the 95 tracks found in his vault, mixing humor with serious issues, and trying to change minds in order to save the world. In fact, it’s with that that Serj discusses the current atrocities in Armenia, how the song “I Spoke Up” touches on those topics, and musically mixing cultures. Tankian also talks about the interactive experiences he bring...
Taylor Swift, Kelela, Jeremih, and More: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist
The staff of Pitchfork listens to a lot of new music. A lot of it. On any given day our writers, editors, and contributors go through an imposing number of new releases, giving recommendations to each other and discovering new favorites along the way. Each Monday, with our Pitchfork Selects playlist, we’re sharing what our writers are playing obsessively and highlighting some of the Pitchfork staff’s favorite new music. The playlist is a grab-bag of tracks: Its only guiding principle is that these are the songs you’d gladly send to a friend. This week’s Pitchfork Selects playlist features Taylor Swift, Kelela, Jeremih, the 1975, RXK Nephew, and more. Listen below and follow our playlists on Apple Music and Spotify. (Pitchfork earns a commission from purchases made through affiliate links o...
Bella Shmurda – Man Of The Year
Nigerian Singer, Bella Shmurda, has a brand new solo single titled Man Of The Year. This cut-out brand-new tune, which he titles Man Of The Year, is included on his latest new body of work, Hypertension. It is dedicated to his fans & supporters. He provides good vocals that are expertly woven into the beats on the new record, which is an excellent piece of music. This is a follow-up to his solo single, Ase. However, you should add this to your playlist. Listen and share Bella Shmurda – Man Of The Year below. Download coming soon.
A-Reece – Something To Fight For ft Jay Jody & DJ Maphorisa
South African rapper A-Reece delivers a stunning brand new single titled Something To Fight. Jay Jody & DJ Maphorisa joins A-Reece as guest features on his brand new release single he calls Something To Fight For. On the new record “Something To Fight For” A-Reece delivers an impressive punchline complemented by Jay Jody’s skills as they create a masterpiece. The single is taken from his newly released EP titled Deadlines. Listen and share A-Reece ft Jay Jody & DJ Maphorisa – Something To Fight For below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/A-Reece_-_Something_To_Fight_For_ft_Jay_Jody_DJ_Maphorisa__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
A-Reece ft Marcus Harvey – Intentions
South African rapper A-Reece delivers a stunning brand new single titled Intentions. Marcus Harvey joins A-Reece as a guest feature on his brand new release single he calls Intentions. On the new record “Intentions” A-Reece delivers an impressive punchline complemented by Marcus Harvey as they create a masterpiece. The single is taken from his newly released EP titled Deadlines and it is a follow-up to his song “Something To Fight For“. Listen and share A-Reece ft Marcus Harvey – Intentions below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/A-Reece_-_Intentions_ft_Marcus_Harvey__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
A-Reece ft Emtee – Bigger Than Me
Bigger Than Me, a beautiful new single by South African rapper A-Reece, is out now. On his recently released single, Bigger Than Me, A-Reece features Emtee. Bigger Than Me is dedicated to his fans and supporters. The song is a follow-up to his tracks which includes “Something To Fight For” & “Intentions” and is taken from his recently released EP called Deadlines. However, it deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share A-Reece ft Emtee – Bigger Than Me below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/A-Reece_-_Bigger_Than_Life_ft_Emtee__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Roddy Ricch To Return With ‘Feed the Streets 3,’ Reveals Release Date and Album Art
Four years after Feed Tha Streets 2 and less than a year after his latest LP, Live Life Fast, Roddy Ricch will return with Feed Tha Streets 3 on November 18. The Compton rapper announced the new album on social media and shared its Thanksgiving-themed album art. The cover shows Ricch with family holding hands in prayer around a dinner table packed with food. While everyone else has their eyes closed, Ricch stares upwards towards an unknown viewer. “My gift to you,” he wrote in the photo’s caption. The rapper’s last endeavor, Live Life Fast, debuted in December 2021 and was received poorly by fans and critics alike. Both the 2017 Feed Tha Streets mixtape as well as its sequel Feed Tha Streets 2 landed with widespread acclaim, with the later project being billed as Ricch’s breakout LP, ...
Spotify Launches ‘Your Wrapped Soundcheck’ For Artists to Connect With Top Fans
This year, Spotify is making the streamer’s annual year-end Wrapped campaign more artist-friendly. Called Your Wrapped Soundcheck, the new feature, available via Spotify for Artists, will allow artists to upload videos thanking their biggest fans for a great year on Spotify, list their latest merch and ensure tickets for their upcoming shows are available on the platform. These videos and offers will then be promoted to top fans as a part of their Wrapped experience. By uploading short, video messages of 30 seconds or less to their Spotify for Artists profiles, artists can let fans know what their support meant to them over the past year, tease what they’re working on next and/or tell a story that defined their year. Artists are encouraged to list merch on Shopify (the e-commerce gian...
Wayne Brady to Host 2022 American Music Awards
Wayne Brady is taking on the role of host at this year’s American Music Awards, dick clark productions and ABC announced on Monday (Oct. 24). “I’m ecstatic and honored to host this year’s AMAs. As a musician and music lover, it’s amazing to be part of a night where music fans make their voices heard!” said the actor in a press statement. “It’s a big show, so I’m bringing it all… The funny, the music and the moves!” “Wayne Brady is undoubtedly one of the most talented people on earth and we are thrilled to have him host this year’s AMAs,” added the show’s executive producer and showrunner Jesse Collins. “Viewers should expect an incredible night of music, comedy and fun!” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The AMAs will air from ...
Carin Leon, Nicky Jam & More Set to Perform at 2022 Latin Grammys
The Latin Recording Academy announced today (Oct. 24) additional performers for the 23rd annual Latin Grammy Awards, which include Ángela Aguilar, Marc Anthony, Banda Los Recoditos, Carin León, Nicky Jam and Sin Bandera — all current nominees and past Latin Grammy winners. Ángela Aguilar is nominated for best ranchero/mariachi album for Mexicana Enamorada and best regional song for “Ahí Donde Me Ven.” Marc Anthony is up for four awards including record of the year and album of the Year; previous Latin Grammy winners Banda Los Recoditos are up for best banda album with Me Siento A Todo Dar. Meanwhile, first-time Latin Grammy nominee Carin León is nominated for best regional song for “Como Lo Hice Yo,” Latin Grammy winner Nicky Jam is up for best urban song and best reggaeton performance and...
Here Are All the MusiCares Person of the Year Honorees
Motown legends Berry Gordy and Smokey Robinson are poised to make history as the 2023 MusiCares person of the year recipients. As we reported when the news was announced on Thursday Oct. 20, it’s the first time that two individuals have been co-honorees at the annual fund-raising gala. But that’s not the only way in which Gordy and Robinson will be making history. The two music greats will be the oldest person of the year honorees to date. Gordy turns 93 on Nov. 28. Robinson is 82. The oldest honoree until now was Joni Mitchell, who was 78 when she was honored earlier this year. And Motown founder Gordy will be the first non-artist to receive the honor, as well as the first honoree who has not won a Grammy in competition. Gordy has received just one nomination – as a co-writer of the Jacks...
Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities Is a Horror Anthology Haunted By Creative Freedom: Review
The Pitch: A racist scavenger (Tim Blake Nelson) uncovers the ultimate score in the storage locker of a dead Nazi. A desperate grave robber (David Hewlett) gets more than he bargained for on his latest excursion. A medical examiner (F. Murray Abraham) autopsies a dead body from a mine explosion and finds a passenger hiding within the flesh. An awkward, frumpy bank teller (Kate Micucci) is tempted with the secrets of beauty by a mysterious skin cream. An art student in 1909 (Ben Barnes) grows obsessed with the horrific paintings of a strange new colleague (Crispin Glover). A desperate man (Rupert Grint) searches for his dead twin sister through the veil of spiritualism. A reclusive billionaire (Peter Weller) gathers a group of illustrious talents to view his latest otherworldly find. A...
