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Song of the Week: Taylor Swift Is the “Anti-Hero” of the Story After All
Song of the Week breaks down and talks about the song we just can’t get out of our head each week. Find these songs and more on our Spotify Top Songs playlist. For our favorite new songs from emerging artists, check out our Spotify New Sounds playlist. This week, Taylor Swift doesn’t hold back with the hyperaware, self-loathing “Anti-Hero.” Ahead of the release of her new album, Midnights, Taylor Swift shared a video to Instagram providing some insight into the subject of “Anti-Hero.” “This song really is a real guided tour throughout all the things I tend to hate about myself,” she said plainly. Somehow, that feels like a bit of an understatement for how fully Swift digs into her own paranoia and need for control with this song. She leans all the way into the theatrica...
Beastie Boys’ Check Your Head Gets 30th Anniversary Reissue
Beastie Boys’ 1992 album Check Your Head is getting the well-deserved reissue treatment in honor of its 30th anniversary, thanks to the Vinyl Me Please Record of the Month series. This updated edition of the rap-rock legends’ third studio album is pressed on exclusive burgundy/dark red vinyl with AAA lacquers cut from the original master tapes by Ryan Smith, with liner notes from Mark Ronson as well as an exclusive show poster. “Released 30 years ago, Check Your Head proved that the Beastie Boys were capable of breaking new ground in hip-hop for the third time, and launched singles like ‘So What’cha Want,’ that entire bands could build their career on,” reads a statement from VMP. “As forward thinking in its construction today as it was 30 years ago, the opportunity to do a AAA r...
Kanye West Reportedly Plans To Build a Mini-City Called the “Yecosystem”
Following the news that Balenciaga has decided to part ways with Kanye West, it appears the rapper has already moved on to his next project. According to Rolling Stone, Ye has filed trademark applications for a series of enclosed mini-cities that he wants to call the “Yecosystem.” The Yecosystem is described as “self-sustained enterprise that would have its own branded products and services,” per Rolling Stone. The trademark applications detailed plans for not just one community, but several mini-cities located across the United States. Ye is aiming to launch the first city in the next year. Among the names Ye has filed to trademark are “Yzyverse,” “Yxyverse” and “Yeezyverse.” “He comes from a good place,” a source told Rolling Stone about the Yecosystem. “It’s definitely his goal tha...
Armani Caesar Delivers Sequel Album to 2020’s ‘The Liz’
Two years after dropping her debut LP The Liz, Armani Caesar has returned with a sequel to the hard-hitting rap project. While 2020’s effort landed Caesar on the radar of both fans and music critics alike, The Liz 2 sees the rapper come into her music style, further experimenting with sound, lyrics and production. “It’s been a long time coming,” Caesar said. “The Liz 2 displays my growth lyrically, sonically, vocally and as a woman. I’m more vulnerable in my music this time around.” Since The Liz, Caesar has racked up an impressive list of guest appearances on songs from some of hip-hop’s greats. She boasts verses on “Lil Cease” from Westside Gunn’s Flygod Is An Awesome God 2 and “Anza” off of Conway The Machine’s From King To A GOD. Both Gunn and Conway The Machine appear on The Liz 2, as...
First Spin: The Week’s Best New Dance Tracks From Bonobo, Gorgon City & More
This week in dance music: The first full-fledged Amsterdam Dance Event kicked off in the Dutch capital on Tuesday (watch for our full recap early next week), Claude VonStroke’s iconic Dirtybird label was acquired by the San Francisco-based EMPIRE, Oliver Tree and Robin Schulz hit the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, and we went deep with one of the actual inventors of electronic music Jean-Michel Jarre. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news And bangerz with a Z? We’ve got those too. Let’s dig in. Bonobo, “Defender” Before Bonobo completes his North American tour this weekend, he’s leaving a parting gift. New single “Defender,” out on his Outlier label in partnership with Ninja Tune, is another surprise drop following previous loosie “ATK.” Both deli...
Swifties Can‘t Get Enough of Taylor Swift’s ‘Midnights’: ‘There Are No Skips In This Album’
Taylor Swift unveiled her 10th album Midnights at midnight ET on Friday (Oct. 21), and Swifties have spent every hour since devouring the LP’s 13 songs and seven bonus tracks. Naturally, the ardent fandom took their opinions to social media, with one fan declaring on Twitter, “THERE ARE NO SKIPS IN THIS ALBUM.” Several Swifties honed in particularly on highlight “Anti-Hero.” “When Taylor said, ‘IT’S ME, HI, I’M THE PROBLEM IT’S ME. AT TEA TIME, EVERYBODY AGREES. I’LL STARE DIRECTLY AT THE SUN BUT NEVER IN THE MIRROR. IT MUST BE EXHAUSTING ALWAYS ROOTING FOR THE ANTI HERO.’ my self-sabotaging a– felt that deeply,” one wrote. Another called the track “officially the anthem of my life.” A separate Swiftie made a number of callbacks to past fan-favorite songs when dissecting Midnights, saying,...
Ask Billboard: Taylor Swift’s Career Streaming, Airplay & Sales, Ahead of the Chart Debut of ‘Midnights’
Submit questions about Billboard charts, as well as general music musings, to askbb@billboard.com. Please include your first and last name, as well as your city, state and country, if outside the U.S. Or, tweet @gthot20. Let’s open the latest mailbag. Hi @gthot20, Taylor Swift will release her 10th album next friday. Could you update her Top 10 most streamed/best selling songs in the US? We will be very grateful ❤️ — Taylor Swift Charts (@TChartSwift) October 14, 2022 Taylor Swift’s Career Streaming, Airplay & Sales Totals There’s a good chance you’re listening to Midnights if you’re reading this, so let’s not make this too much of an interruption and get right to it. Here is a rundown of Taylor Swift‘s career album sales and top songs measured by on-demand official strea...
Samklef – Waist Breaker
Top music producer, Samklef drops a brand new single titled – Waist Breaker, out now. Samklef comes through with a brand new single he calls Waist Breaker. The new record is his first release song of the year. And it is dedicated to his fans. It is an impressive tune following his previously released tracks like Only Fans, Dorime, Adura, Catching Feelings, and Oluwole among others. However, this should be added to your playlist. Listen and share Samklef – Waist Breaker below.
Krizbeatz ft 1da Banton & Mbosso – Abena
Catch up with the new tune dropped by Krizbeatz titled – Abena. The great music producer Krizbeatz has released another club-friendly single called “Abena,” which features 1da Banton and Mbosso. This is song is taken from his forthcoming EP – King Of New Wave. The new song, though, is a follow-up to his earlier single, “Wild Party,” which features Bella Shmurda and Rayvanny. His most recent song is a fantastic piece and should be added to your playlist. Listen and share Krizbeatz – Abena ft. 1da Banton & Mbosso below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Krizbeatz_-_Abena_ft_1da_Banton_Mbosso__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Guchi – I Swear ft Yemi Alade
Artist Guchi from Ghana unveils a brand new tune titled “I Swear”. This year Guchi has been doing well entertaining her beloved listeners with good music, today she returns with an impressive bop titled “I Swear” which features Yemi Alade. The new record serves as a follow-up to her previously released singles she calls Speedometer and shattered Finally, it is a stunning piece of music for your listening pleasure and should be added to your playlist. Listen and share Guchi ft Yemi Alade – I Swear below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Guchi_-_I_swear_ft_Yemi_Alade__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Uchaylee ft Mohbad – Hallelujah
Uchaylee debuts a brand-new single named “Hallelujah”, alongside Marlian Music artist. Upcoming singer Uchaylee puts out a fresh new single for his listeners titled Hallelujah. On the new record, the singer features Mohbad to spice up the track. This is a follow-up to her previously released tracks Update and Outsider among others. Finally, it is a beautiful piece of music that you should put on your playlist for your listening pleasure. Listen to and share Uchaylee ft Mohbad – Hallelujah below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Uchaylee_-_Hallelujah_ft_Mohbad__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Win Rome and Duddy Tickets, Good Times CBD Products, and a T-Shirt
“I gotta find this place/ Gotta get away,” sing Rome and Duddy on their new collaborative single, “Cannabis Tree.” Now, to celebrate the track’s official release, Sublime with Rome’s Rome Ramirez and Dirty Heads’ Duddy B are helping you find your place and get away to their upcoming concerts with this exclusive giveaway. The guys are giving away five (5) pairs of tickets to any of their upcoming “Winter Moon Tour” shows — winners’ choice! The trek starts November 25th in Nashville and runs through December 17th in Tempe, with stops in Atlanta, Orlando, Denver, Wichita, San Diego, Tucson, and more along the way. You can find the complete itinerary ahead and grab tickets to the tour here, or enter below to win yourself two free passes and a dope “Cannabis Tree” prize pack! In ...
