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The Koreatown Oddity explores philosophy, identity, and why Edward Norton has to wear cornrows on 'ISTHISFORREAL?'

On his criminally short yet dense new project, The Koreatown Oddity asks the question: what is an idea ISTHISFORREAL?- an album title as well as a question given to an…

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Mndsgn releases second teaser for his forthcoming album in "Slowdance" [Video]

Mndsgn has decided it's about time to treat yourself to an expensive drink with his in his newest single and video, "Slowdance." Born Ringgo Ancheta in New Jersey, he brought…

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Los Retros basks in the warm summer sun in “Sweet Honey” [Video]

Mauri Tapia, under Los Retros, makes music that explores the idea of time. In his 2019 EP Retrospect, Tapia introduced us to his to '70s-inspired vibrant pop/rock sound. Now, in his…

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Gabriel Garzón-Montano's inspirations are on display in "My Balloon" video

We saw something special in Gabriel Garzón-Montano when we heard his debut album back in January. Jardín showed the Brooklyn-based singer, songwriter and producer's maturity in an ability to interpret his own…

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Artist Spotlight: Gabriel Garzón-Montano on Brooklyn and his debut album 'Jardín'

Gabriel Garzón-Montano is a child of music. Raised in Brooklyn, New York, by parents of Colombian and French descent, he was introduced to music while still in the womb. A major…

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Mndsgn searches for love in Japan in "Wherever U R"

As a music writer, I often find myself rendered numb by the overabundance of new releases (usually to the extent where I avoid my inbox for days on end). It's easy…

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Keep the Monday blues away with two new tracks from Dam-Funk [Download]

We know there's a long, busy week ahead; the trick is to not think about it. Two new free tracks from L.A.'s OG synth master Dam-Funk ought to make that a lot…

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7 Days of Funk – "Faden Away" [Video]

It seems as if the only person who's had no real issues changing animals is California's great Snoop Dogg. Transitioning from dog to Lion to apparently now a reptile like…

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Samiyam – "Snakes On The Moon"

In 3013, giant robotic eagles will be the preferred method of transportation, the high top fade will be the only hairstyle of choice, and computers will be doing all the…

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The Stepkids – "The Lottery" [Official Video]

I could have done without the male stripper in a thong, but The Stepkids brought forth a funky track courtesy of the always magnificent Stones Throw Records. Featuring some questionable…

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Wobble Wednesday [Week 20]

Reggae vibes, new-school house, grime, and hardstyle all make appearances in this week's Wobble Wednesday. Week 20 is packed tight with new tunes, both familiar and foreign. As always, there's…

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Jonti – "Christmas Worm"

When you describe a cartoonist (Normal McLaren) and Madlib as being some of your biggest influences, your music might be more than a little colorful. That's the case with Jonti,…

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The Koreatown Oddity explores philosophy, identity, and why Edward Norton has to wear cornrows on 'ISTHISFORREAL?'

Mndsgn releases second teaser for his forthcoming album in "Slowdance" [Video]

Los Retros basks in the warm summer sun in “Sweet Honey” [Video]

Gabriel Garzón-Montano's inspirations are on display in "My Balloon" video

Artist Spotlight: Gabriel Garzón-Montano on Brooklyn and his debut album 'Jardín'

Mndsgn searches for love in Japan in "Wherever U R"

Keep the Monday blues away with two new tracks from Dam-Funk [Download]

7 Days of Funk – "Faden Away" [Video]

Samiyam – "Snakes On The Moon"

The Stepkids – "The Lottery" [Official Video]

Wobble Wednesday [Week 20]

Jonti – "Christmas Worm"

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

Natanya Demonstrates Her Whimsical Style With "Dangerous" (video)

Romantic vibes meet tropical beats in Star2's "Mamacita" [Video]

Good Moraale shares vivid single, "I Swear to You"

Sink shares dark yet elegant debut album 'Flaw State'

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