Author: James Evenden

One of many brightest gems from S!MONE’s latest album Magnet is the infectious gem “Circles (say my identify)” – a monitor that is not solely catchy but in addition weak. U.S.-based vocalist S!MONE has been releasing since 2020, and over time she has established herself as a rising star within the r&b sphere. I really like how she captures a basic r&b sound, and “Circles” serves as a fabulous instance of that sentiment. Her songwriting stands out right here because it presents a story that is fairly simple to attach with lyricism that colours the creativeness. The calming attract of…

Montreal-based digital producer ASHE is a champion of beat-heavy downtempo music and his latest remix work on Eekkoo and KOVA KOVA’s “Dream” is plain proof of that. Launched by way of his personal imprint Ocean Darkish (launched in 2020), that is his second collaborative effort with KOVA KOVA and it immediately earned a first-rate spot in our Downtempo Chill Out choice. Inside the unique, Eekkoo has crafted an ethereal masterpiece, mixing wealthy analog textures with mesmerizing, haunting vocals. Label head ASHE takes it to new heights with a fascinating remix, weaving in trip-hop and hip-hop influences to deepen the observe’s…

Successful of a button and you may robotically transport your self to the gold age of instrumental hip hop and that 90s scent I have been lacking in my life recently. With a heartfelt nod to the legendary Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, CANMKING’s debut “S O M E O N E” reimagines Ralph Tresvant’s 1990 basic “Sensitivity”, paying homage whereas crafting one thing with a contemporary twist. Aaron’s deep admiration for Jam and Lewis’ manufacturing genius shines by each be aware, showcasing a meticulous strategy that took over 100 hours to excellent. From the crisp, punchy drums to the…

Picture Picture Credit score Robert Okine / Contributor by way of Getty Photos Picture Measurement landscape-medium Vince Staples has by no means been afraid of controversy. In a clip of his efficiency, the favored emcee poked enjoyable at his predominantly white crowd at Tyler, The Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw Competition in Los Angeles, after they cheered when he requested, “Do y’all actually like f**okay with that actual n**ga s**t?” He proceeded to name them “a bunch of silly motherf**kers,” earlier than performing his subsequent track. Race has been a major and sometimes debated subject in Hip Hop. Traditionally, West Coast…

Picture Picture Credit score Charley Gallay / Stringer through Getty Pictures and Aaron J. Thornton / Contributor through Getty Pictures Picture Alt Cordae, Rod Wave Picture Measurement landscape-medium Cordae’s new album, The Crossroads, is jampacked with high-quality raps from the Maryland-bred lyricist. The Grammy-nominated emcee broke down a few of his most talked about strains, together with his double entendre the place he name-drops Rod Wave, in a brand new episode of the NFR Podcast. On his viral Lil Wayne-assisted observe, “Saturday Mornings,” Cordae rapped, “I am coping with plenty of issues, do not know if y’all can relate/ Feeling…

Picture Picture Credit score Paras Griffin / Contributor through Getty Pictures and Prince Williams / Contributor through Getty Pictures Picture Alt G Herbo, Kai Cenat Picture Dimension landscape-medium Yosohn is a fan favourite on social media because of his candid conduct and relationship along with his mother and father, G Herbo and Ari Fletcher. The younger scholar is now going viral along with his father after he and G Herbo had a healthful interplay on Kai Cenat’s stream. “Mafiathon 2” has been dwelling to among the most fascinating moments over the previous couple of weeks. Whereas DDG bringing his son…

Picture Picture Credit score Gustavo Caballero / Employees through Getty Photos and Timothy Norris / Contributor through Getty Photos Picture Alt Playboi Carti, Kanye West Picture Measurement landscape-medium Playboi Carti shut down ComplexCon with a high-energy efficiency on Saturday night time (Nov. 16) in Las Vegas. Shortly after his efficiency, he gave followers a really thrilling replace on his latest album, I AM MUSIC. In response to the Atlanta emcee, famed producer and recording artist previously referred to as Kanye West will probably be producing his new challenge. The 2 skills have labored collectively on a number of tracks together…

This previous summer time, Sammy Hagar featured an all-star backing band of Joe Satriani (guitar), Michael Anthony (bass), and Jason Bonham (drums) as a part of his “Better of All Worlds” tour focusing closely on Van Halen materials. Now, the Crimson Rocker is shifting on with out Bonham, changing him with one other famend drummer, Kenny Aronoff. Aronoff really stuffed in for Bonham on the final 4 dates of the tour, when the son of late Led Zeppelin legend John Bonham needed to drop off the outing to be along with his ailing mom. In accordance with Jason, the change…

Picture Picture Credit score Anadolu / Contributor by way of Getty Pictures Picture Alt Jake Paul, Mike Tyson Picture Dimension landscape-medium Jake Paul defeated 58-year-old former world champion boxer Mike Tyson by a late unanimous choice throughout an exhibition boxing match on Friday evening (Nov. 15). The combat was live-streamed solely on Netflix, and the world watched in unison in hopes of seeing how the favored web sensation would fare in a battle in opposition to one of many biggest heavyweight boxers ever. Whereas some followers believed it was a enjoyable match, others consider this match mustn’t have occurred. Hip…

Picture Picture Credit score Amy Sussman / Workers through Getty Photos Picture Dimension landscape-medium Drake is understood for permitting his haircut to mark his musical eras. Whether or not or not it’s the Comeback Season fade with the half, or the heart-shaped design that outlined the Licensed Lover Boy period or the braids for For All The Canines, hair has at all times been integral to every album. In a brand new publish on his Instagram story, Drake shared a selfie with a recent fade with out his signature waves. It is not uncommon for males who just lately reduce…