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Mike Waite

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I received my degree in English from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, and Virginia is still home. Apart from my yearly pilgrimage to Moogfest and occasional shows in DC, Detroit, and New York, I like to stick to the fringes, with an eye always open toward music that is forward-thinking and unique, whatever the genre.

Missy Elliott lets loose on remix of Jack Ü's "Take Ü There"

For the most part, rap music is way more interesting now than it was ten years ago. Not a day goes by that I miss G-Unit, Ludacris, or Ja Rule, but Missy Elliott is an…

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Inventions returns with sophomore LP, 'Maze of Woods' shares new tracks and visuals

Inventions is the perfectly-balanced intersection between Mark T. Smith of post-rock poster boys Explosions in the Sky and Matthew Cooper of longstanding ambient project Eluvium. The two have toured together and shared a…

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Prefuse 73 set for a busy 2015, shares "Infrared" off forthcoming LP

Guillermo Scott Herren is always busy with something, whether he's recording as Savath y Savalas, Piano Overlord, Diamond Watch Wrists, or his most recognized moniker, Prefuse 73. Not only is he prolific,…

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No "Doubt," Shallou is on point with his latest track [Premiere]

A few months ago, we premiered "Reykjavik" by Shallou, a singer and producer from the often-overlooked city of New Orleans. Now he's back with "Doubt," a shimmering, energetic tune featuring Shallou's…

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Cashmere Cat shares the "first of many" collabs with DJ Mustard, "Ice Rink" [Download]

Rising Norwegian production star Cashmere Cat has only released two four-track EPs of his own material, but they were striking enough to make him a near-overnight success. 2014 was his year,…

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Rabit readies debut Tri Angle EP, 'Baptizm', shares "Bloody Eye"

Just as I started wondering why Tri Angle records has been so quiet recently, the NYC-based dark electronic powerhouse is back with some new, ferocious talent. Responsible for artists like Clams Casino, Holy Other,…

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Machinedrum's "Rise N Fall" gets a drum and bass facelift from dBridge [Download]

Machinedrum continues to give us remnants of his 2013 masterpiece and Ninja Tune debut, Vapor City. Late last year the footwork pioneer, born Travis Stewart, released a collection of impressive outtakes, Vapor…

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Dawn Golden's "All I Want" gets a massive remix from Illenium [Download]

Dexter Tortoriello's Dawn Golden project is still building steam, but it's sure to be a household name in the not too distant future. His heart-wrenching lyrics carry considerable weight to them,…

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Bibio shares hip-hop tracks recorded in 2007

Stephen Wilkinson has always been restless in his productions as Bibio, constantly shifting between folk, ambient, and hip-hop, among other genres. His Warp releases are surprisingly fluid considering his schizophrenic tendencies, and while hip-hop…

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Get to know rising European star DíSA through her gorgeous "Cure" video

There's a new Icelandic pop weirdo on the rise, and that's always cause for excitement. Responsible for diverse acts like The Knife, Robyn, and Cashmere Cat, Scandinavia has been emerging as an…

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Run the Jewels drop "Lie, Cheat, Steal" video

After their meteoric rise to rap royalty status, you'd think Killer Mike and El-P might kick back and enjoy the success, but they're doing the complete opposite; every week there's a new story in…

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Lapalux brings "Closure" on sophomore Brainfeeder LP 'Lustmore'

Lustmore is a perfect title for the new album from Stuart Howard, the UK-based producer who records as Lapalux. Howard makes some of the sexiest, most lust-inducing beats out there, so that title…

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Missy Elliott lets loose on remix of Jack Ü's "Take Ü There"

Inventions returns with sophomore LP, 'Maze of Woods' shares new tracks and visuals

Prefuse 73 set for a busy 2015, shares "Infrared" off forthcoming LP

No "Doubt," Shallou is on point with his latest track [Premiere]

Cashmere Cat shares the "first of many" collabs with DJ Mustard, "Ice Rink" [Download]

Rabit readies debut Tri Angle EP, 'Baptizm', shares "Bloody Eye"

Machinedrum's "Rise N Fall" gets a drum and bass facelift from dBridge [Download]

Dawn Golden's "All I Want" gets a massive remix from Illenium [Download]

Bibio shares hip-hop tracks recorded in 2007

Get to know rising European star DíSA through her gorgeous "Cure" video

Run the Jewels drop "Lie, Cheat, Steal" video

Lapalux brings "Closure" on sophomore Brainfeeder LP 'Lustmore'

The Great Escape 2025 – Our Ones To Watch From Brighton Beach..

Connor McGlave shares self-reflective anthem "Better Man"

Chlothegod Tackles Life, Upbringing, & The State With New Video (video)

Dyl Jordaine captures resilience and determination "Work It"

LIFEOFTHOM shares immersive single "READY OR NOT" (ft. Blvck Svm)

Matt Oakley is redefining country music with heart, soul and modernity

Texas’ Blacktop Mojo does rock music the way it should be done

Tha Rapper Haiti blends authentic style with musical passion

Glorybots redefines rock with latest album 'mad.end'

From Machismo To Mujeres: Women As The Face Of Reggaeton

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022