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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.

Aphex Twin reveals lead single from upcoming 'Syro' LP

Richard D. James never completely disappeared, but he's certainly been laying low for a very long time. It's been well over a decade since the last Aphex Twin album, Drukqs, was released, and…

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FaltyDL's "New Haven" gets a quirky music video

A few weeks back Falty DL released a new LP, In the Wild, through Ninja Tune. It's one of the most unique albums in recent memory, defying any kind of classification as a whole.…

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Hercules Handsome rework FKA twigs's "Video Girl" [Download]

FKA twigs' new album LP1 is one of the best of the year so far, despite also being in the running for most boring album title. "Video Girl" is one of…

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Skream unveils dark, moody house cut "Let It Go."

When UK dubstep pioneer Skream left the genre to explore house a few years back, some were upset, but he has certainly thrived since then. It now seems that he's busier than ever,…

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Blue Sky Black Death share a stunning remix of Child Actor's "Never Die" [Download]

Synth-pop duo Child Actor are set to drop a new album, Never Die, on September 4 via Fake Four. The LP's title-track and lead single, "Never Die" is an immaculately-produced gem of a pop song, the…

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Run the Jewels are back with new album, share "Blockbuster Night Part 1"

There are plenty of rap duos out there, but it's extra special when two already-confirmed legends join forces and it works out perfectly. That's what happened when El-P and Killer Mike teamed up…

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Action Bronson goes hard in new video for "Easy Rider"

Action Bronson is an enormous, implacable force who can often surprise you with his long list of talents, whether he's rapping, cooking a delicious meal, or performing a flawless cartwheel. So…

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Gesaffelstein adds a dark twist to Phoenix's "Bankrupt!" [Download]

At first a collaboration between Phoenix and Gesaffelstein seems pretty random, but oh wait, they're both French. Still, indie rock and electro are miles apart on the musical spectrum. No matter, one of the…

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Jæson Anthony and Tommy iLL Figure are "Talkin' Bout That Bass"

It's basically a rapper's job to make their profession of choice seem effortless, like they just woke up famous one day. Don't be fooled. For 99% of those in the…

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Caribou shares title track from forthcoming LP 'Our Love'

It's been a while since we've seen an album from Dan Snaith's Caribou project; his last, Swim, came out back in 2010. That will all change on October 7, when Merge releases his latest LP, Our Love.…

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Kap Slap reshapes Nico & Vinz's "Am I Wrong" into total house madness [Download]

Jared Lucas, better known as Kap Slap, is having a busy year. He's spent the summer destroying eager festival crowds with his versatile combination of mash-ups, remixes, and original tracks. He's…

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Danny Brown stars in lyric video for Rustie's "Attak"

Scottish future bass wunderkind Rustie (born Russell Whyte) recently announced his sophomore album, Green Language, which will drop August 25 via Warp. So far we've been given "Raptor" and the Danny Brown-featuring "Attak," the pair’s second…

Mike Waite

Aphex Twin reveals lead single from upcoming 'Syro' LP

FaltyDL's "New Haven" gets a quirky music video

Hercules Handsome rework FKA twigs's "Video Girl" [Download]

Skream unveils dark, moody house cut "Let It Go."

Blue Sky Black Death share a stunning remix of Child Actor's "Never Die" [Download]

Run the Jewels are back with new album, share "Blockbuster Night Part 1"

Action Bronson goes hard in new video for "Easy Rider"

Gesaffelstein adds a dark twist to Phoenix's "Bankrupt!" [Download]

Jæson Anthony and Tommy iLL Figure are "Talkin' Bout That Bass"

Caribou shares title track from forthcoming LP 'Our Love'

Kap Slap reshapes Nico & Vinz's "Am I Wrong" into total house madness [Download]

Danny Brown stars in lyric video for Rustie's "Attak"

ARK IDENTITY shares a stunning, emotive collection of dream pop gems "ANNDALE"

Skateland chats new EP, SXSW, tour rider and more [Interview]

Naomi Campbell brings soul to the forefront with 'Don't You Mind'

Emergency Break shares anthemic energy with new single "HOMETOWN"

Kina shares a wave with his latest single 'I Just Want You'

Lika O shuts down dating rumors: 'I Have Never Dated Tom Sandoval'

Georgia Starnes emerges as an unforgettable new voice

Piper & The Hard Times : A journey through music and friendship

Denise S. Young : A powerhouse in the jazz and classical world

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