Fantastic Negrito Unveils Reimagined Acoustic Version of “Oh Betty,” A Courageous, Romantic Tale From His Family Tree

“I don’t know if people realize this, but the hood has lots of comedians. And this one guy walked up to me and he was like, ‘What ship is you the captain of?’ I still think about this to this day.” – Fantastic Negrito In celebration of his fourth GRAMMY nomination for his song “Oh Betty” in …

Chicago’s Leif Erikson Statue is Emblematic of Wider Controversies in American Ethnic History, by Mark Erickson

Photo by Paul R. Burley – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=94250424 Five centuries before Columbus made his journey to the New World, a party of Viking explorers led by Leif Eiriksson set sail from Greenland westward to the North American continent on a voyage of discovery. After the successful journey, word traveled back via …

CHXRRY22 SHARES “WASTELAND” VIDEO

Photo Credit: Mallory Edwards Toronto native and XO Records singer Chxrry22 has returned with a music video to “Wasteland,” her first visual since sharing her debut EP The Other Side. The track talks to all ‘wastemen’ (Toronto slang) and shows Chxrry plotting a vengeful plan. The Other Side and news of Chxrry being XO Records’ first ever female signee garnered attention …

SWAVAY PREMIERES NEW VIDEO FOR “GRAMMYS”

FOLLOWS UP “JUGG,” “FACES,” AND “GO SHORTY,” THE FIRST THREE SINGLES FROM MAJOR LABEL DEBUT ALBUM, ALMETHA’S SON SwaVay can’t be boxed in. Few MCs have the musical depth and dexterity of the Atlanta native, whose brand of soulful trap fusion has earned cosigns and collabs from artists across genres. Now, with his major-label debut album coming via Giant/Def Jam …

DYNAMIC SOUTH AFRICAN SINGER LLOYISO REVEALS NEW SINGLE “LET ME LOVE YOU NOW”

NEW YORK, NY (November 30, 2022) — Emerging as an international phenomenon, South African singer and songwriter Lloyiso shares a new single entitled “Let Me Love You Now” today via Universal Music Group South Africa/Republic Records.  The track opens with sparse piano and a sparkling emotionally charged verse from Lloyiso. Right away, he tenderly assures, “You’re perfect to me.” The delicate hum gives way to …

Jess Kallen cultivates “A Garden Bed of Thistle Weeds”

Jess Kallen steps out today with “A Garden Bed of Thistle Weeds,” the 26-year-old guitar wiz’s first single from a debut album expected in Spring of 2023. Kallen – who has been spotted as a sideperson on tours with Alex Lahey, Rosie Tucker, even the occasional show with Olivia Rodrigo – offers up thoughtfully arranged folkish-rock that navigates grief, rage, and …

Country Trio  Kopper and Kash Release Inspiring Music Video for “The Best I Can”

 Country Trio Kopper and Kash have released a new music video for their newest single, “The Best I Can” available on all streaming and download sites.  The family trio transports their audience through a difficult difference of opinion,  that they attempt to overcome, the ‘best they can.’  The music video takes us on a journey with an elaborate story …

ElectraQueens Stun With Soulful Single “I’d Rather Be Alone”

“I’d Rather Be Alone” is a contemporary mantra for self-discovery; the perfect song to begin or end your day. Singing the lines, alongside the ElectraQueens’ vocals, compels you to take an introspective look upon yourself. What obstacles are preventing you from reaching tranquility? Can you let those things go? Searing with vocal intensity, “I’d Rather …

ELK CITY presents endearing ‘Apology Song’ with quirky video

Art pop band Elk City presents new timidly confessional single ‘Apology Song’, a Suzanne Vega-esque offering from their new album ‘Above the Water’, following up earlier singles ‘That Someone’, which explores the dual nature of self and other, excitement and dismay, and the more laid-back and philosophical ‘Your Time Doesn’t Exist’. Revolving around its founders, artist/ vocalist Renée LoBue and producer/drummer Ray Ketchem, the …

Baba Kuboye – Ikoyi Boy

 Ikoyi Boy is a melodious Afrobeat song laced with gratitude. Baba Kuboye wants to take you back to his origins. Ikoyi, his boyhood home. A place of rich culture and history. Recently, Ikoyi was one of the venues of the #EndSars protest which was a movement against oppression and police brutality. Baba Kuboye skilfully delivers …

Made in Wood – Simplicity

Made in Wood tell unique instrumental tales through their simple and elegant music expression, creating time and space for immersion and for the listeners to join the meditative and dreamy universe. You are invited into an intimate and present musical space, where simple means of action create intense atmospheres. Made in Wood’s musical expression has …

Izo FitzRoy’s, ‘God Gets a Little Busy Sometimes,’ explores life as a single woman in her 30s, railing against convention and having a more embodied connection with herself

‘God Gets a Little Busy Sometimes’ is the first new material to be taken from Izo FitzRoy’s forthcoming LP, which explores life as a single woman in her 30s, railing against convention and having a more embodied connection with herself. A powerful song with a strong message, ‘God Gets a Little Busy Sometimes’ is the first fruit of a musical …

MULTI PLATINUM CHART-TOPPING BAND AJR REVEAL NEW SINGLE “THE DJ IS CRYING FOR HELP”

The unparalleled multi-platinum chart-topping band AJR are sharing a new single entitled “The DJ Is Crying For Help” via the band’s AJR Productions label and Mercury/Republic Records. Listen to “The DJ Is Crying For Help”—HERE and watch the official music video HERE. In talking about the new song the band said: “The DJ is Crying For Help is about the worry of having peaked already. You …

AZANTI – 19-YEAR OLD NIGERIAN BOY WONDER – RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM HEART PARTS & NOSTALGIA VIA DEF JAM RECORDINGS

Azanti, the 19-year-old singer, songwriter, and producer ‘boy wonder’ born in Ondo State, Nigeria, was introduced to U.S. audiences over the summer with “GetTIN’ Hot,” his premiere U.S. major label single and video via Def Jam Recordings, today releases his hotly-anticipated new album, HEART PARTS & NOSTALGIA.  The album includes “Late 4 Dinner,” the new single and video premiering across all platforms today.   “Since I …

“Beautiful Temporary” is the name of Maddie Hogan’s deathless new video

Maddie Hogan releases her new single “Beautiful Temporary” and an accompanying music video filled with beachy vibes, delicate country pop production and lush green scenery. The breezy, hopeful tune washes over listeners like a warm ocean breeze and salty waves. Produced by Joe “The Butcher” Nicolo, “Beautiful Temporary” tells the true story of a dream Hogan …

DJ Karaba Releases ‘Délivrance’ EP

Today, Los Angeles-based DJ and producer DJ Karaba shared her brand new EP, Délivrance, a collection of five fiercely percussive and personal tracks that pack an empowering punch. Having started her career dancing with some of pop music’s heaviest hitters such as Drake, Camilla Cabello, and Selena Gomez, the release today showcases Karaba’s renewed artistic purpose as a music maker. “I’m very …

LOVE SICK RELEASE NEW MIXTAPE ‘LOVE’

After their previous singles “Sick of Love” and “I Take It All Back” were both named as BBC Introducing’s Track of the Week, Scottish alt-pop duo LOVE SICK build upon their growing acclaim with today’s release of the new mixtape LOVE. LOVE is released alongside a visual for its new focus track “FUCK YOU I LOVE YOU”. While the real-life couple – Julie Canning and Shaun Knox …

Hanakiv shares contemplative debut ‘No Words Left’

Estonian-born, London-based sound artist and pianist Hanakiv has just signed with prestigious Gondwana Records. Her debut single, ‘No Words Left’, is a contemplative and ethereal journey written in collaboration with Alabaster DePlume. Hanakiv brings together elements of Estonian classical, electronic and ambient music, composing from a place of introspection and reflection. On ‘No Words Left’, Alabaster dePlume provides …

Irene Cara Dead at 63, by Steve Stav

You’d have to be at least Generation X-age to fully appreciate the enormous impact that singer/songwriter/actress/producer Irene Cara had on pop culture in the 1980s. A gigantic meteor wouldn’t have made a deeper impact, really. The theme to Flashdance? Omnipresent for years; in the public consciousness for decades. But perhaps a bigger contribution, in the …

Lady Pulse – No Romance Without Finance

The multi-talented vocalist/choreographer/performance artist Lady Pulse caused quite a stir and garnered quite a bit of critical acclaim when she dropped her debut album, “Absolutely Ruthless,” less than a year ago. Discovered by the high-profile Florida-based production team of DIO + KLEIN, Lady Pulse appeared before the pandemic at an after-hours club in South Beach, …