Jazz Great Dave Brubeck Dies at 91
Jazz pianist and composer Dave Brubeck died this morning from heart failure in Norwalk, Conn. while on his way to a regularly scheduled cardiology appointment. He was 91, just one day shy of his 92nd...
View ArticleAfrika Bambaataa, Geto Boys, Grandmaster Flash And The Furious Five,...
The upcoming issue of Rolling Stone features a list of the greatest hip-hop songs of all time. After asking a panel* consisting of artists, record producers, industry professionals and music...
View ArticlePrince SAMO: "Gojira" (Video)
Price SAMO, of the "New New York" rap collective World's Fair, follows up on last month's well-received Street Viceroy with some simply brilliant visuals. To support his festering SPVCE-produced...
View ArticleSmall Professor: 'Yokozuna' (EP)
Philly hip-hop producer Small Professor stays working. So much so that he even fills time by remixing his own music. Yes, for his brand new EP, Yokozuna, the nostalgic beatsmith disects his January LP,...
View ArticlePusha T: "Blocka" F. Popcaan & Travi$ Scott (Prod. Young Chop)
We still don't have the faintest about that supposed second G.O.O.D. Music album, Cruel Winter, but who needs news bites when Pusha T is keeping the season suitably cold? After getting all stern on our...
View ArticleDaniel Higgs, Om: OM, Daniel Higgs @ Brighton Music Hall, Boston (Pics/Review)
OM with Daniel Higgs at Brighton Music Hall, Boston, on Tuesday, November 20, 2012. Though the roots of OM are steeped in the darkest reaches of Iommian research, Al Cisneros has gradually but steadily...
View ArticleAngel Haze: "Werkin' Girlz" (Son Of Kick Remix - Prefix Premiere)
Angel Haze has been one the biggest breakthrough artists of 2012 and it's due to the lyrical dexterity displayed in her tracks such as her latest single, "Werkin Girlz." "I did what I say I did not...
View ArticleChad Valley: Prefix Premiere: Watch Chad Valley Perform "Evening Surrender"
Hugo Manuel aka Chad Valley is usually known for his sultry and hazy variation of chillwave. Humming keys and electronic sensual beats usually fill his music compositions. But Chad Valley took a step...
View ArticleBeyonce: "Check On It" (XXYYXX Remix)
Beyonce's "Check On It" may be three years old but there is never anything that the diva does that gets old. The original was a sexy piece of work and this remix is just as hot. The remix was...
View ArticleRihanna: "Pour It Up"
Oh hells yes! We're usually used to hearing Rihanna use those powerful vocals of hers belting out some of the biggest dance hits. But with another single forthcoming, we're given another mirror of...
View ArticleLL Cool J, Taylor Swift: Here Are The 2013 Grammy Nominees (Bonus: Taylor...
Since the Grammy Awards are no longer content with announcing nominations like a normal, sane entity, they broadcast the full list via a televised special Wednesday night in Nashville. Hosted by LL...
View ArticleAutre Ne Veut: "Counting" F. Mykki Blanco (Video)
Autre Ne Veut's "Counting" is one of our favorite tracks of 2012 and is an example of music that melds genres seamlessly. The official video for "Counting" features Autre Ne Veut and Mykki Blanco as...
View ArticleGrimes: Gorilla Vs. Bear's Best Albums Of 2012
Gorilla vs. Bear has been around for years and their taste in music has amassed them a loyal readership in that time. Yesterday, the popular blog listed their top 50 albums of 2012 and Grimes took the...
View ArticleWatch 'Star Trek Into Darkness' Teaser Trailer (Video)
Paramount hasn't released the official teaser trailer for Star Trek Into Darkness, but the official "announcement" trailer is online as of today. You may be asking yourself: what's an announcement...
View ArticleAnimal Collective: Animal Collective @ Terminal 4, NYC (Pics)
Photo gallery of Animal Collective playing live at Terminal 5, New York City (December 5, 2012)
View ArticleNico Vega: "Easier" (Video - Prefix Premiere)
This past year Los Angeles band Nico Vega have been busy recording their sophomore album We Are the Art. The trio's upcoming record revolves around the struggles of being an underdog. “It’s socially...
View ArticleBiz Markie: He's Got What You Need: Biz Markie's LivingSocial Deal
Have you ever met a girl that you tried to date, who wouldn't have sex with you for a year, but later you discover she's been secretly tongue-kissing her "friend" while in the dormitories at...
View ArticleFiona Apple, Frank Ocean, Kendrick Lamar: Stereogum's Best Albums Of 2012
It's the first week of December, but many music publications looking to get a jump on the competition have released their year end lists. Yesterday, reputable music blog Stereogum added their two cents...
View ArticleBig K.R.I.T.: "Now & Then" F. Slim Thug
On "Now & Then" Big K.R.I.T. and Slim Thug trade their signature flows over a smooth, southern beat. The track might not break any new ground, but it's perfect to cruise to or just chillax for a...
View ArticleJames Blake: Watch: James Blake Performs New Music And Covers Joni Mitchell...
Two nights ago James Blake perfromed at Conway Hall in London and videos of his performance have since popped up on Youtube. While the video quality is not the greatest, the sound is not bad and you...
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