February brought us Time Skiffs, our first Animal Collective studio album in over half a decade, and the experimental indie rockers have a lot of touring to catch up on: Today, they’ve once again expanded their 2022 tour, which is under way now. Additionally, Animal Collective have shared a version of the Time Skiffs track “Cherokee” remixed by Dennis Bovell. This new leg of the tour will finally bring AnCo back to Canada with gigs in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and more. They’ll also hit more of the Midwest, with nights added in Omaha, Des Moines, and Indianapolis. Then, they’ll make their way over to the East Coast, including a night in New York for Central Park’s SummerStage series. Supporting AnCo on tour are Baltimore indie pop group Tomato Flower and Philly rockers Spirit of th...
The Shins are brushing up on their “New Slang” to celebrate the 21st anniversary of their debut album Oh, Inverted World with a full North American tour. Get tickets here, and read on for more details including pre-sale dates. What Is The Shins’ Next Tour? The Shins will embark on a 32-date trek across North America after first appearing at Pasadena, California’s Just Like Heaven Festival on May 21st. Jump almost two months’ ahead and the six-piece begins their tour proper on July 12th at The Warfield in San Francisco. They spend the rest of the month out west, hitting Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Red Rocks in Colorado, among others. They then host three shows in Texas (Austin on July 29th, Houston on August 1st, and Dallas on August 2nd) followed by stops in Utah and New Mexico before moving e...
Travis Scott and his Cactus Jack Foundation have announced $1 million USD in scholarship funds for 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) students. The foundation recently released a statement regarding the initiative aimed at supporting Black seniors facing financial hardships. As Scott’s second year offering the grants, the Waymon Webster Scholarship Fund is set to give students with an average GPA of 3.5 in difficult financial situations a $10,000 USD scholarship. Amongst those who have received the awards this year are 38 graduating seniors from HBCUs including Florida A&M Univerisity, Fisk University and North Carolina Central University. Scotts aid in the statement, “Excellence abounds in every Black household, but too often opportunity does not – and Black stude...
Since Logic announced he was coming out of rap retirement with a seventh studio album, fans have been eagerly awaiting news of the release. The retirement, which was more of a year-long break, saw Logic later release a compilation and mixtape titled YS Collection Vol. 1 and Bobby Tarantino III respectively. The Maryland rapper recently took to Instagram to share that he is officially ready to unveil to the world his upcoming album Vinyl Days. While fans have readied themselves for the release of the album this summer, it was not until now that Logic officially revealed the release date. Along with the album artwork, the rapper announces in the accompanying caption, “Vinyl Days 6/17. Pre-Save & Pre-Add The Album Now. Link in bio.” The album artwork appears to be taken from his home stud...
Don’t miss this brand new single from Omah Lay titled – “Woman”. Nigerian singer Omah Lay delivers on his long-awaited brand new single titled “Woman”. The new record “Woman” is an impressive well-composed piece of music that deserves a spot on your playlist. It is a follow-up to his previously released song with Justin Bieber tagged “Attention”. Besides, there is a new body of work from him underway titled “Boy Alone”, which is well anticipated by fans. Listen and share Omah Lay – “Woman” below. [embedded content]
Pearl Jam’s Matt Cameron and Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith say that recent comments they made regarding Taylor Hawkins’ state of mind prior to his passing were taken out of context. In a feature published by Rolling Stone on Monday, Cameron was quoted as saying that Hawkins felt “he couldn’t keep up” with the rigors of being a drummer in a prominent rock band. Cameron, a close friend and collaborator Hawkins’ for decades, reportedly told Rolling Stone that Hawkins had recently spoke to Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl about his role in the band. “He had a heart-to-heart with Dave and, yeah, he told me that he ‘couldn’t fucking do it anymore’ — those were his words,” Cameron was quoted as saying. “So I guess they did come to some understanding, but it just seems like the touring sc...
Lana Del Rey is known for her emotional, vulnerable lyrics, and in a new conversation with Gucci creative director Alessandro Michele for W Magazine, she shared which of her stirring songs makes her cry. The singer revealed that her Honeymoon track “Swan Song” gets her misty-eyed. “Put your white tennis shoes on and follow me / Why work so hard when you could just be free? / You got your moment now, you got your legacy / Let’s leave the world for the ones who change everything,” she sings in the opening verse of the 2015 song. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “It’s the antithesis of hopefulness,” Del Rey told Michele. “It’s about trying to find beauty in giving up. If I had my way, I would continue to persist in all areas of my...
Morgan Wallen scored his fourth No. 1 debut, and his fifth leader overall, on Billboard‘s airplay-, streaming- and sales-based Hot Country Songs chart as “Thought You Should Know” blasted to the top of the May 21-dated list. Wallen co-wrote the song with Nicolle Galyon and Miranda Lambert, and Joey Moi produced it. The emotionally charged ballad is dedicated to Wallen’s mother, Lesli. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news If you need a guide to follow along with the country singer’s “Thought You Should Know,” find the lyrics below: What’s goin’ on, mama?Something just dawned on meI ain’t been home in some monthsBeen chasin’ songs and womenMakin’ some bad decisionsGod knows I’m drinkin’ too muchYeah, I know you’ve been worrying ’bout meYo...
Megan Thee Stallion has some exciting news for the Hotties. After scoring the 2022 Webby Award for artist of the year on Monday night, Thee Stallion revealed details about her next project. “I’m probably like 95 percent done with my new album,” she said backstage. “I wanna tease that for the Hotties. I haven’t even told them nothing about my album, but yeah.” The Stallion’s noteworthy update came just one day after she hit the stage during the 2022 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Surrounded by an array of dancers, Megan gave an incredible performance of her new track “Plan B” followed by “Sweetest Pie.” Although the latter is a collaboration with fellow hitmaker Dua Lipa...
This November will mark 40 years since the release of Michael Jackson’s iconic Thriller album. Originally released on November 30, 1982, via Epic Records, the record was produced by Quincy Jones and features an eclectic blend of disco, pop, funk and R&B sounds. Thriller also contained several tracks from Jackson that became instant hits. In addition to the eponymous “Thriller,” the LP contains “The Girl Is Mine,” “Billie Jean, “Beat It” and “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’. ” Seven singles from the project reached top 10 spots on the Billboard Hot 100, beating the record at the time for the most singles on the chart. To celebrate the anniversary, a special edition of Jackson’s Thriller will be re-released as a two-disc album. One disc will comprise the album in its original form, whil...
Nigerian singer Lojay drops the remix to his song titled “Monalisa”. Lojay rejuvenates the music vibes as he delivers a remix of his released single “Monalisa” featuring Chris Brown, produced by Sarz. The smash-hit record “Monalisa” by Lojay stands as one of the biggest songs out of Nigeria with a great global reception. It shows the love of fans and their taste for good music. However, it deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share Lojay & Sarz ft Chris Brown – “Monalisa” remix below. [embedded content]