It is a big week in music and fashion. New York’s Fashion Week continues this week and Instagram is buzzing with backstage photos, bold runway looks and stylish A-list celebrities. On the Run with The Electric Lady In music, there are 2 new releases streaming through my headphones. Up first is Janelle Monae’s “The Electric Lady,” … Continue reading
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World Premiere: Lady Gaga “Applause”
Lady Gaga continues her electropop sound in the first single from her new album, “ARTPOP” due on 11/11. Thanks to audio leaks by inpatient fans and bloggers the ARTPOP star officially released, “Applause” today. There isn’t anything special about the song that deserve a standing ovation, but it certainly deserves an audience. If you listen … Continue reading
Then & Now: Janelle Monae
How many times have your friends pulled the, “I knew this artist when they were less famous” line while you’re streaming music together? It is almost like they have something to prove when they have known an artist before their global success. I’ll admit that I hate watching a successful independent artist become a commercial … Continue reading
Music Video: Mayer Hawthorne, “Her Favorite Song”
While most of the world is stuck on Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines,” I am currently repeating Mayer Hawthorne’s “Where Does This Door Go.” The album is a masterpiece from beginning to end full of crisp r&b melodies and lyrics. Unlike most of Hawthorne’s previous records, this time he has worked with several producers including Robin … Continue reading
Artist Spotlight: Daniel Bedingfield
In the US Daniel Bedingfield is most remembered as the “Gotta Get Thru This” singer. He won our hearts in 2001 with his adorable look and crisp vocals. His second successful single in the US, “If You’re Not The One” flooded radio just as the first– then the buzz ran out. However, on the other … Continue reading
Artist Spotlight: Kendrick Lamar
It seems like everyone is talking about Kendrick Lamar. After a successful run as an independent artist the California native now calls Interscope Records and Dr. Dre’s Aftermath Entertainment his team. Although, prior to joining the label that influenced his rap dreams, Kendrick Lamar had already become one of the most talked about newcomers. He … Continue reading
Alex Isley: Dreamer on The Other Side
Alex Isley may receive extra attention because she is the niece of R&B legend, Ron Isley. However, in her latest single, “The Other Side” she proves with lush harmonies and a perfect tone that art lives in her heart and is not something she bought with her last name. The R&B newcomer will change the … Continue reading
WORLD PREMIERE: The Stepkids, “The Lottery”
Today The Stepkids premiered the music video for their buzzing single “The Lottery.” Thanks to their stellar performances and a blog friendly single, the soulful trio from around my way are having one hell of a summer. They were voted one of the best acts at Bonnaro 2013 by Spin and earned cool points in … Continue reading
Traveling with Gold Panda in “Half of Where You Live”
It has been raining the past few days here on the east coast. While most people are complaining on social media (like they have never seen rain before), I am using this time to get lost in music. If you’re looking for a sweet sound to pair with the wind and rainfall look no further … Continue reading