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Ice Spice, Popcaan, Skrillex, 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 Ice Spice, Frankie Rose, Angel Dior, and more. Listen below and follow our playlists on Apple Music and Spotify. (Pitchfork earns a commission from purchases made through affiliate links on our site.) Pit...
Public Image Ltd. to Compete to Represent Ireland at Eurovision 2023
Public Image Ltd. will take part in the competition to represent Ireland at the 2023 edition of Eurovision. The John Lydon-fronted band will perform a new song called “Hawaii,” which is described as a “love letter” to Lydon’s wife of nearly five decades, Nora, who is living with Alzheimer’s. “A pensive, personal yet universal love song that will resonate with many, the song sees John reflecting on their lifetime well spent, and in particular, one of their happiest moments together in Hawaii,” notes a press release. “The powerfully emotional ballad is as close as John will ever come to bearing his soul.” Advertisement Related Video In his own statement, Lydon said the song “is dedicated to everyone going through tough times on the journey of life, with the person they care for the most. It’...
Nicolas Cage “Not Really Down” to Act in Star Wars: “I’m a Trekkie, Man”
You won’t catch Nicolas Cage in a galaxy far, far away anytime soon. In a new interview with Yahoo Entertainment, the actor thespian said he’s “not really down” with acting in the Star Wars films or series, explaining, “I’m a Trekkie, man.” Cage was responding to comments made by The Mandalorian‘s Pedro Pascal, his costar in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, who noted at D23 last year that he had been trying to recruit Cage to appear in the Star Wars universe. But according to Cage, “I’m not really down. I’m a Trekkie, man,” he said. “I’m on the Enterprise. That’s where I roll.” Caged added that he “grew up watching [William] Shatner. I thought [Chris] Pine was terrific in the movies. I think the movies are outstanding...
Dan Streit and Cole Kush of Grin Machine Redefine What “Cool Rap Music Videos” Look Like
“What is Grin Machine?” is a question you’ll find on several rappers’ subreddits. The creative outfit has been incorrectly labeled as an album name and even some “if you know, you know” entity, but the truth is, Dan Streit and Cole Kush are very much real people — they just happen to be the creative brains behind some of the most innovative music videos in modern hip-hop. Streit and Kush are the founders of Grin Machine, a creative production studio — not an obscure album title that rappers hint at during the end of their music videos. Streit often dabbles with creative direction, design and VFX, and started off his career creating music videos for TMWRK Management artists like Diplo and Major Lazer. This led to more work with other record labels and video commissioners and he eventually g...
Zuchu – InLove ft Diamond Platnumz
WCB Wasafi presents a fresh new single titled “Inlove,” out now. Tanzanian singer Zuchu unleashes a brand new single titled “Inlove” for her teeming fans. The new record features the label boss Diamond Platnumz. “In love” is a fantastic track produced S2Kizzy and this fills in as a follow-up to her previous singles, “Love” featuring Adekunle Gold, “Kwikwi,” etc., released last year. DJ Salam – 2023 Party Mix DJ Shugga – End Of The Year Mix DJ Lawy – The Wavy December Mix (Mixtape) However, it deserves a spot in your playlist. Listen and share Zuchu ft Diamond Platnumz – “InLove” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Zuchu_-_InLove_ft_Diamond_Platnumz__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
DJ OP Dot – Best Of Seyi Vibez 2023 Mix (Mixtape)
Enjoy this new mixtape from DJ OP Dot titled “Best Of Seyi Vibez 2023 Mix”. DJ OP Dot drops a brand new mixtape for your listening pleasure titled “Best Of Seyi Vibez 2023 Mix“. The new mix is a fantastic compilation of Seyi Vibez’s new and old released songs. Tracklist 1. Intro – DJ OP Dot2. Seyi Vibez – Kun Faya Kun3. Seyi Vibez – Alaska4. Seyi Vibez – IG Story5. Seyi Vibez – Ife6. Seyi Vibez – Ogochukwu7. Seyi Vibez – Psalm8. Seyi Vibez – Chance9. Seyi Vibez – Bullion Van10. Seyi Vibez – Para Boi11. Seyi Vibez – G.O.A.T12. Seyi Vibez – Go Low13. Seyi Vibez – Lambo14. Seyi Vibez – 23415. Seyi Vibez – Shiki Shiki16. Seyi Vibez – Billion Dollar17. Seyi Vibez – Bank Of America18. Seyi Vibez – Bamishe19. Seyi Vibez – God Sent20. Seyi Vibez – Normally21. Seyi Vibez – Big Vibe22. Seyi Vi...
Dave References Brazilian Football Legend “Adriano” in New Single
Following the release of his second critically-acclaimed album, We’re All Alone In This Together in 2021 and a couple of rare single drops last year, South London rap star Dave has just returned with new music — and it’s named after the Brazilian football legend, Adriano. Dave’s music output has always leaned into the idea of quality over quantity. Last year was a quiet year in terms of releases, with the only musical material coming in the form of the No. 1-selling single “Starlight,” a surprise freestyle with “My 24th Birthday,” and a welcomed collaboration with Manchester’s Meekz for “Fresh out the Bank.” 2022 seemed to be a year of side-quests for the 24-year-old. For example, the musician was the first person to be spotted in the high-profile Stone Island x New Balance football kit an...
Dave References Brazilian Football Legend “Adriano” in New Single
Following the release of his second critically-acclaimed album, We’re All Alone In This Together in 2021 and a couple of rare single drops last year, South London rap star Dave has just returned with new music — and it’s named after the Brazilian football legend, Adriano. Dave’s music output has always leaned into the idea of quality over quantity. Last year was a quiet year in terms of releases, with the only musical material coming in the form of the No. 1-selling single “Starlight,” a surprise freestyle with “My 24th Birthday,” and a welcomed collaboration with Manchester’s Meekz for “Fresh out the Bank.” 2022 seemed to be a year of side-quests for the 24-year-old. For example, the musician was the first person to be spotted in the high-profile Stone Island x New Balance football kit an...
Tina Knowles-Lawson Pens Beautiful Message for Granddaughter Blue Ivy’s 11th Birthday
Beyoncé and Jay-Z‘s daughter Blue Ivy Carter turned 11 this weekend, and Grandma Tina Knowles-Lawson couldn’t be more proud of her. “The day that you were born was one of the best days of my life,” she wrote on Instagram on Sunday, the day after Blue Ivy’s Jan. 7 birthday. Beyoncé and Jay-Z, who are also parents to 5-year-old twins Rumi and Sir, welcomed Blue Ivy in 2012. “I was really praying and pushing your mom to have you on January 4 which is my birthday,” she recalled of her daughter Beyoncé giving birth. “I really wanted you to share my birthday, but like your auntie Solo you decided to come when you were good and damn ready and that was on January 7 three days after my birthday. Knowing you and your personality now, I realize that you needed your own day because you were such a ...
Olivia Rodrigo Teases New Music: ‘Working on So Many New Songs’
Olivia Rodrigo teased new music on the two-year anniversary of “Drivers License.” “working on so many new songs I’m excited to show u! thank u for everything,” she wrote to her fans in an Instagram Story on Sunday night (Jan. 8), ending her message with a heart emoji. Her breakthrough single, “Drivers License,” was released on Jan. 8, 2021. The temporary post featured a video clip of herself with Dan Nigro, who produced her debut album, Sour. The pair rocked out to a mystery piano track, giving fans a small taste of what’s to come. In November, fans got an early hint that new Rodrigo music was on the horizon when the singer sent a special video message out via Spotify Wrapped. “Hey, it’s Olivia! I just wanted to say thank you so much for listening to my music this year,” she said. “I reall...
Raye, Taylor Swift Reign Over U.K. Charts
Raye ascends the U.K. singles chart for the very first time with “Escapism,” while Taylor Swift snags another albums chart crown. A teary Raye celebrated her spectacular result on social media. It’s a moment that carries extra significance for an artist who, in 2021, publicly cut ties with her major label after claiming she’d been shelved and overlooked for years. Released through Human Re Sources, J. Erving’s distribution and artist services company, “Escapism” is one of several singles Raye has dropped in recent months ahead of her upcoming debut album My 21st Century Blues, alongside “Hard Out Here,” “Black Mascara” and “The Thrill Is Gone.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The most-streamed song for the latest chart U.K. chart week, wit...
Lewis Capaldi Challenges Raye In Tight U.K. Chart Race
A star is born in Raye, whose “Escapism” is the first U.K. No. 1 of 2023 – and the first of her career. Based on early chart data, “Escapism” is heading for a second week in the box seat, though Lewis Capaldi could stage an upset. Featuring U.S. rapper 070 Shake, “Escapism” leads the Official Charts Company’s First Look survey, which ranks singles based on the first 48 hours in the cycle. “Escapism” is lifted from Raye’s upcoming debut album My 21st Century Blues, alongside “Hard Out Here,” “Black Mascara” and “The Thrill Is Gone,” and is released independently through Human Re Sources, after she cut ties with Polydor, part of Universal Music Group, in 2021. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “We are Number 1 in the U.K.! It’s the...
