State Of Online Music Criticism
I don’t remember the first time I saw an Anthony Fantano video. Also known as “The Needle Drop” and “The Internet’s Busiest Music Nerd,” Fantano just showed up one day, about a decade or so ago, in my YouTube feed. (If you listen to music or search out music-related topics on the platform, he has […]
Nardwuar Is Getting A Pair Nike Dunks In His Signature Style
As sneaker collector culture has expanded over the past two decades, brands have likewise expanded their inspirations for the ostensible athletic shoes, drawing in high-profile figures from across the worlds of fashion and music. While the latter usually encompasses singers and rappers, a new music icon is soon to get his own sneaker from Nike: […]
Megan Thee Stallion Snuck Her Phone Into The Met Gala
The Met Gala may have a “no phones” policy, but Megan Thee Stallion didn’t let that stop her from accumulating an impressive record of her night out. Not only did the “Whenever” rapper flout the policy, she uploaded her stylish celebrity interactions to social media for the world to see. Megan captured some selfie footage […]
Leikeli47 Shares The Velvety Smooth Video For ‘Soft Serve’
Since taking off her signature banana face mask, Leikeli47 has been having a ball. So much so that, now the “Chitty Bang” rapper is taking supporters behind the scenes of one. Today (May 6), Leikeli47 revitalized the anticipation surrounding her previously announced album, Lei Keli Ft. 47 / For Promotional Use Only. To match the […]
Denzel Washington’s Favorite Rappers Revealed By ASAP Rocky
Earlier this week, the trailer for Spike Lee’s upcoming A24 film Highest 2 Lowest gave fans the first glimpse of ASAP Rocky acting alongside the legend Denzel Washington. They’re playing a rapper and a music exec, respectively, so at least one of them is well inside his comfort zone, and in a new interview with […]
Primavera Sound 2025 Will Be Livestreamed Via Amazon Music
The Primavera Sound 2025 lineup is a strong one, headlined by Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Charli XCX. For those who won’t be making the trip out to Barcelona, Spain from June 4 to 8, though, there’s another option: The festival will be livestreamed exclusively via Amazon Music. The fest will be available to watch […]
Blue Note Jazz Festival 2025 Lineup: Roots, Jazmine Sullivan
The long-running Blue Note Jazz Festival returns this Labor Day Weekend (August 29-31) with one of its most star-studded lineups yet. Headlined by The Roots, Jazmine Sullivan, artist-in-residence Robert Glasper, and a mystery guest, the festival returns to The Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California, with tickets going on sale Friday, May 9 at […]
Acoustic Sounds’ Bob Marley Collection Isn’t Just A Reissue
When it comes to the vinyl revival currently spanning the music world and bringing back appreciation of physical media in the streaming era, the first and last name in the vinyl game might just be Acoustic Sounds. The long-running label, started by Chad Kassem in 1986, was one of the earliest (or one of the […]
Was Playboi Carti ‘Banned’ From The 2025 Met Gala?
As music and fashion have become more closely entwined than ever in recent years, rappers have begun receiving invites into rooms previously unimagined. For instance, at last night’s Met Gala, the guest list ran the gamut from critical darlings like André 3000 to fan favorites like Future and Megan Thee Stallion, along with Met fixture […]
Rihanna Says Her New Pregnancy Won’t Delay Her Album
Rihanna stole the show at the Met Gala yesterday (May 5) when she showed up and flaunted her previously unrevealed third baby bump. Congratulations to her and ASAP Rocky, of course, but some can’t help but wonder what this means for the release of Rihanna’s highly anticipated upcoming album. Well, per Rihanna herself, progress on […]