“Techno unites us,” says one sign that a protestor in Lebanon holds up to the night sky as hundreds of people gather in Martyrs’ Square in Beirut. Nationwide protests in Lebanon began last month as a response to the government’s lack of initiative in finding solutions to the economic crisis, the worst since the end…
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COREY HARPER ON FOLK ROCK AND NEW DIRECTIONS WITH HIS EP “BARELY PUT TOGETHER”
Our eyes are on rising talent Corey Harper who will be hitting the charts sooner than later. He has been compared to John Mayer endlessly for their similar heartfelt folk-inclined ballads and has opened arena shows for mega-pop sensations Justin Bieber and Niall Horan. Harper has been in the spotlight lately, not just for his…
BILLIE EILISH AND THE END OF GENRE
The aesthetic of Billie Eilish is glittering darkness. She mixes lyrics about hopelessness with bright synthesizers and radio-friendly hooks. Her rumination on the macabre has led some critics to declare that she is part of the second iteration of the goth subculture first popularized in the 1980s, but the label doesn’t quite fit. Surprisingly, she…
THE GET DOWN AND ECSTATIC DANCE ARE CHANGING THE WAY WE THINK ABOUT ELECTRONIC MUSIC
Electronic dance music is rooted in the principles of peace, love, unity, and respect. For a lot of ravers, that means sharing your molly with friendly strangers, or giving out kandi (colorful, beaded bracelets) with sayings like "legalize cocaine." Rave culture is synonymous with heavy drug use. The idea is this: How are you supposed…
BILLIE EILISH ANNOUNCES 2020 WORLD TOUR “WHERE DO WE GO?”
Chart-topping artist Billie Eilish has announced her 2020 WHERE DO WE GO? WORLD TOUR, starting on March 8 in Miami, FL. The WHERE DO WE GO? WORLD TOUR will take her live show to some of the world’s biggest arenas including New York City’s Madison Square Garden on March 15th, 2020. To help create and encourage…
10 CHILDREN OF FAME FOLLOWING IN THEIR PARENTS’ FOOTSTEPS
It seems as if every new up-and-coming model or actor's last name sounds too familiar. Usually an offspring of fame, their resounding last names secure them the jobs, but the talent is all their own. We've compiled a list of the biggest names in the entertainment industry who are marking their own path - from…
7 FEMALE MUSICIANS TO ADD TO YOUR PLAYLIST
In an industry where new artists are constantly being uncovered, it's sometimes difficult to stick out from the crowd. However, there are several female artists on the rise that have made their mark in the music industry and deserve recognition for their raw talents. Tierra Whack After delivering one of the most poignant hip-hop projects…
EXCLUSIVE: MEET ANNIE SAMA, YOUR NEWEST POP-ELECTRONIC OBSESSION
Bringing her own seat to the table, Annie Sama is an artist with a cause. Her unique approach to music, fashion and her tasty visuals have landed her gigs with icons like Jean Paul Gaultier and Dior. “I was inside a crystal installation and Jean-Paul Gauthier listened and smiled and sent kisses at me during…
HOW TAYLOR SWIFT’S LATEST FEUD SPARKS A BIGGER DEBATE ABOUT ARTISTS’ RIGHTS
In 2006, Taylor Swift released her first country single "Tim McGraw." Six albums and 14 years later, she is the only female artist to win a Grammy for Album of the Year twice, and is arguably the biggest pop star of this generation. She also recently lost the rights to every song she's ever written.…
EXCLUSIVE: AT HOME WITH SONGSTRESS STELLA SANTANA
Sonically, Stella Santana is laid-back and high-pitched; an eccentric and elegant contrast that lend her melodies a very particular sass. Yes - her father is one of the most famous guitarists in the world (does the name Carlos Santana, ring a bell?), but Stella’s professional and personal venture wasn't music-focused. When high school was over,…
10 NEW FEMALE ARTISTS TO STREAM ON SPOTIFY
We've put together a list of 10 of our favorite under-recognized female artists to stream now on Spotify. Jade Bird Jade Bird mixes old-school, folk-rock vocals with class singer-songwriter lyrics in her debut, self-titled studio album. Favorites: Lottery, I Get No Joy and My Motto. Ruth B. Ruth B. rose to fame in 2015 with…
WOODSTOCK 50 LINEUP INCLUDES MILEY CYRUS, JAY-Z AND THE KILLERS
Woodstock 50 August 16th - 18th Watkins Glen, New York The Woodstock 50 music festival set to be held in Watkins Glen, New York marks the 50th anniversary of the original Woodstock festival. With an energetic and modern lineup—including Miley Cyrus, Jay-Z and The Killers—the festival is expected to be one of the most successful…
GOVERNOR’S BALL 2019 LINEUP INCLUDES 60+ ARTISTS INCLUDING SZA, JORJA SMITH, LIL WAYNE AND MORE
The Governors Ball Music Festival May 31st – June 2nd Governor's Island, NYC The Governor's Ball 2019 Music Festival is back for 2019, marking the start of summer with a lively and impressive line-up - including the likes of SZA, Jorja Smith, and Charli XCX (among many others). The festival is a three-day long event, with…
BOSTON CALLING 2019 BRINGS OUT TRAVIS SCOTT, TAME IMPALA, CHVRCHES AND MORE
Taking place from May 24th-26th, 2019, The 10th edition of Boston Calling was one for books. Since 2013, it has served as the city's premier event when it comes to experiencing live music. The festival moved from its original location at City Hall Plaza in Downtown Boston to the Harvard Stadium in 2017 --but never…
IONNALEE: MEET THE EXPERIMENTAL VISIONARY MERGING MUSIC AND VISUAL ART
Ionnalee started her newest musical venture "as a small short term anonymous and personal side project" deeming its core the connection with her audience, and it's palpable: during her recent NYC show the crowd coordinated their own flashmob, and in São Paolo they recited along to each word of her feature film before the show…
INSTA-HIGHLIGHTS STRAIGHT FROM COACHELLA
Coachella 2019 weekend one came to a close, with music sets from Ariana Grande, Cardi B, Tame Impala, Diplo and more. The celebrity-invaded Polo fields brought outfit inspirations and most importantly, lots to talk about. From the technical difficulties that sabotaged Ariana's and Nicki's performance (most artists also suffered from technical issues - Solange even…
MAGGIE LINDEMANN WANTS TO BE AN OPEN DIARY: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ON HER MUSIC AND COLLABS
Maggie Lindemann assuredly knows who she is and where she's going. She describes her sound without delay as “alternative emotional pop” and herself as “I like to look like I’m about to suck your blood but in a cute way.” The 20-year-old musician got her break like many of millenial musicians do - on social…
“PLAY IT LOUD: INSTRUMENTS OF ROCK AND ROLL” AT THE MET SHOWCASES MEMORABLE INSTRUMENTS FROM ICONIC MUSICIANS
"Play it Out Loud: Instruments of Rock & Roll" On view: April 8–October 1, 2019 The Met Fifth Avenue Floor 1, Gallery 199 New York City "Instruments are some of the most personal objects connected to musicians, but as audience members we are primarily used to seeing them from far away, up on a stage…
III POINTS 2019 MUSIC FESTIVAL WAS IN A LEAGUE OF ITS OWN
Last weekend (February 15-17) , Miami's Mana Wynwood Convention Center transformed into a fun and breezy backdrop for III Points Festival. Its sixth installment featured everything from epic art installations to throbbing DJ sets lasting until 5 am each night. But the real magic was in its beautifully diverse music lineup. Whether it was the…
SAINT LAURENT PRODUCED TRAVIS SCOTT’S NEWEST MUSIC VIDEO “CAN’T SAY”
After literally lighting the stage on fire at the Super Bowl LIII Halftime show seen by a global audience of over 100 million viewers, Grammy-nominated superstar Travis Scott has just released the stunning music video for “Can’t Say” featuring Don Toliver. Set to be one of the most creative and stylish videos of the year, “Can’t Say”…