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The Smile, Big Thief, and Kelela are among the indie darlings headed to Chicago this summer for the 2023 Pitchfork Music Festival, taking place July 21 through 23 at Union Park.
The Smile — the Radiohead offshoot with Thom Yorke, Johnny Greenwood, and Tom Skinner — will headline day one of the festival, which will also feature Alvvays and Perfume Genius. Additional acts include Roc Marciano and the Alchemist, Youth Lagoon, Ric Wilson,...
The Smile, Big Thief, and Kelela are among the indie darlings headed to Chicago this summer for the 2023 Pitchfork Music Festival, taking place July 21 through 23 at Union Park.
The Smile — the Radiohead offshoot with Thom Yorke, Johnny Greenwood, and Tom Skinner — will headline day one of the festival, which will also feature Alvvays and Perfume Genius. Additional acts include Roc Marciano and the Alchemist, Youth Lagoon, Ric Wilson,...
- 3/20/2023
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
The process behind “Seduce & Scheme” was heavy on the scheming.
“We snuck in the writers room and the studio when they were having the sessions for the soundtrack. We wasn’t even supposed to be in there!” says KaMillion, who plays Mia in the Issa Rae-created comedy series “Rap Sh!t” on HBO Max. The series follows Mia and Shawna (Aida Osman), friends from high school who reunite years down the line and form a rap duo that quickly skyrockets to notoriety — at least on the internet. To create the original songs that Shawna and Mia perform, as well as the soundtrack that pays major homage to the show’s Miami setting, Rae’s music company Raedio held “camps” where different rappers and songwriters came together to collaborate.
This process was headed by Sarah Bromberg and Philippe Pierre, the Raedio vice presidents who served as music supervisors on “Rap Sh!
“We snuck in the writers room and the studio when they were having the sessions for the soundtrack. We wasn’t even supposed to be in there!” says KaMillion, who plays Mia in the Issa Rae-created comedy series “Rap Sh!t” on HBO Max. The series follows Mia and Shawna (Aida Osman), friends from high school who reunite years down the line and form a rap duo that quickly skyrockets to notoriety — at least on the internet. To create the original songs that Shawna and Mia perform, as well as the soundtrack that pays major homage to the show’s Miami setting, Rae’s music company Raedio held “camps” where different rappers and songwriters came together to collaborate.
This process was headed by Sarah Bromberg and Philippe Pierre, the Raedio vice presidents who served as music supervisors on “Rap Sh!
- 9/5/2022
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
As Issa Rae’s comedy series Insecure approaches its grand series finale, airing Dec. 26, Rolling Stone News is looking back on the show’s five seasons of sound with music supervisor Kier Lehman.
“That’s one of the cool things about combining music and storytelling, imagery and picture — that you kind of create this new connection for people with the music. And there may be a story in the song that people connect with, but when we connect it with this story that they’re already kind of really invested...
“That’s one of the cool things about combining music and storytelling, imagery and picture — that you kind of create this new connection for people with the music. And there may be a story in the song that people connect with, but when we connect it with this story that they’re already kind of really invested...
- 12/20/2021
- by Larisha Paul and Delisa Shannon
- Rollingstone.com
Hey, "So You Think You Can Dance" fans. Tonight, September 16, 2019, the season finale did indeed air and a new champion was crowned! All the judges: Laurieann Gibson, Dominic “D-Trix” Sandoval, Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe were, of course, on hand. The final four contestants: Gino Cosculluela, Bailey Munoz, Sophie Pittman and Mariah Russell joined the other six contestants that were eliminated to do a top 10 group number that was choreographed by Mandy Moore. Next, it was revealed that the judges and Top 4 got to choose their favorite dances of this season. After that, Laurieann picked her favorite dance, which was choreographed by Luther Brown. It featured Mariah and Bailey dancing hip hop to Lizzo by Missy Elliot. Next,Nigel picked his favorite dance. It was a jazz routine by choreographer Ray Leeper to the song, “You Can Keep Your Hat On” by Joe Cocker. It featured dancers Ezra and Madison.
- 9/17/2019
- by Andre Braddox
- OnTheFlix
Leikeli47 may rap about having money, smoking "girl blunts," and having an attitude, but behind her signature mask - a sartorial choice that "keeps the focus on the art" while creating a character - is a woman hustling and grinding to make her dreams come true.
The musician has had a busy year following the November release of her album Acrylic and embarking on a tour of the same name. The LP is an ode to black-owned nail salons that often serve as safe spaces for people of color, and that's precisely what Leikeli47's tour was all about: connecting with her fans to create a fun and inclusive environment. "What stuck with me during the tour, honestly, was the people," she told Popsugar over the phone on Aug. 8. "Just seeing different people, seeing a sold-out crowd - it was a great experience."
"I'm just grateful to go and live...
The musician has had a busy year following the November release of her album Acrylic and embarking on a tour of the same name. The LP is an ode to black-owned nail salons that often serve as safe spaces for people of color, and that's precisely what Leikeli47's tour was all about: connecting with her fans to create a fun and inclusive environment. "What stuck with me during the tour, honestly, was the people," she told Popsugar over the phone on Aug. 8. "Just seeing different people, seeing a sold-out crowd - it was a great experience."
"I'm just grateful to go and live...
- 8/21/2019
- by Brea Cubit
- Popsugar.com
Lion Babe address modern isolation and find solace on the dance floor in their Pet Shop Boys-inspired “Western World,” which features Raekwon. The track will appear on their forthcoming sophomore LP, Cosmic Wind, due out on March 29th. It’s the follow-up to their 2016 debut, Begin.
“Western World” interpolates Pet Shop Boys’ hypnotic rhythms from their Eighties classic “West End Girls” with added sultry funk twists and buoying hand claps. Singer Jillian Hervey croons about the loneliness and listless repetitiveness found navigating life in a “Western World” where “you...
“Western World” interpolates Pet Shop Boys’ hypnotic rhythms from their Eighties classic “West End Girls” with added sultry funk twists and buoying hand claps. Singer Jillian Hervey croons about the loneliness and listless repetitiveness found navigating life in a “Western World” where “you...
- 3/8/2019
- by Althea Legaspi
- Rollingstone.com
New York funk-soul duo Lion Babe ignite a funky, psychedelic dance party in their groovy “The Wave” video. The new song, which features Brooklyn rapper Leikeli47, will appear on the duo’s forthcoming album, Cosmic Wind.
In the vibrant clip, Jillian Hervey and Lucas Goodman groove alongside dancers as a kaleidoscope of colors swirl around their choreographed moves. “Everybody’s moving through the wave,” Hervey sings, which is as much a lyric as it is a pleasing command coupled with the song’s discofied beats and bass. “Feel the thunder in the bass line,...
In the vibrant clip, Jillian Hervey and Lucas Goodman groove alongside dancers as a kaleidoscope of colors swirl around their choreographed moves. “Everybody’s moving through the wave,” Hervey sings, which is as much a lyric as it is a pleasing command coupled with the song’s discofied beats and bass. “Feel the thunder in the bass line,...
- 1/25/2019
- by Althea Legaspi
- Rollingstone.com
Tom Morello recruited an all-star crew of rappers and Edm producers – including Big Boi, Killer Mike, RZA, Steve Aoki and Bassnectar – for his upcoming solo LP The Atlas Underground, out October 12th via Mom + Pop Music.
The guitarist, a veteran of Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave and Prophets of Rage, also enlisted Gza, Gary Clark Jr., K. Flay, Pretty Lights, Portugal. the Man, Whethan, Marcus Mumford, Rise Against’s Tim McIlrath, Carl Restivo, Nico Stadi, Leikeli47 and Herobust to appear on the 12-track album. Morello teased his latest project with two new songs,...
The guitarist, a veteran of Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave and Prophets of Rage, also enlisted Gza, Gary Clark Jr., K. Flay, Pretty Lights, Portugal. the Man, Whethan, Marcus Mumford, Rise Against’s Tim McIlrath, Carl Restivo, Nico Stadi, Leikeli47 and Herobust to appear on the 12-track album. Morello teased his latest project with two new songs,...
- 7/26/2018
- by Ryan Reed
- Rollingstone.com
“Black Panther” and its star Chadwick Boseman won Best Movie and Best Actor at the 2018 Bet Awards Sunday night, and Tiffany Haddish emerged as Best Actress for her breakout roles in multiple films, including “Girls Trip.”
Kendrick Lamar emerged as a big winner on the music front, winning Best Male Hip-Hop Artist and Best Album for “Damn.”
Jamie Foxx hosted the ceremony at Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater, with Anita Baker earning a lifetime achievement award, and Nicki Minaj (above) delivering a memorable musical performance.
Also Read: Jamie Foxx Denies Accusation He Slapped a Woman With His Penis in 2002
Here’s the complete list of winners.
Best Female R&B / Pop Artist Award
Beyoncé *Winner*
Sza
H.E.R.
Rihanna
Kehlani
Best Male R&B / Pop Artist Award
Bruno Mars *Winner*
Chris Brown
The Weeknd
Khalid
Daniel Caesar
Best Group Award
Migos *Winner*
A Tribe Called Quest
N.E.R.D.
Kendrick Lamar emerged as a big winner on the music front, winning Best Male Hip-Hop Artist and Best Album for “Damn.”
Jamie Foxx hosted the ceremony at Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater, with Anita Baker earning a lifetime achievement award, and Nicki Minaj (above) delivering a memorable musical performance.
Also Read: Jamie Foxx Denies Accusation He Slapped a Woman With His Penis in 2002
Here’s the complete list of winners.
Best Female R&B / Pop Artist Award
Beyoncé *Winner*
Sza
H.E.R.
Rihanna
Kehlani
Best Male R&B / Pop Artist Award
Bruno Mars *Winner*
Chris Brown
The Weeknd
Khalid
Daniel Caesar
Best Group Award
Migos *Winner*
A Tribe Called Quest
N.E.R.D.
- 6/25/2018
- by Thom Geier
- The Wrap
The 2018 Bet Awards took place Sunday at Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater, Kendrick Lamar taking home to most prizes, for best male hip hop artist and album of the year for “Damn.”
Beyonce was crowned the best female R&B/pop artist, and Cardi B won for best female hip hop artist.
Migos snagged the best group award, while Sza took home best new artist.
Jamie Foxx hosted the show. Anita Baker received the lifetime achievement award.
Best Female R&B / Pop Artist Award
Beyonce (Winner)
Sza
H.E.R.
Rihanna
Kehlani
Best Male R&B / Pop Artist Award
Bruno Mars (Winner)
Chris Brown
The Weeknd
Khalid
Daniel Caesar
Best Group Award
Migos (Winner)
A Tribe Called Quest
N.E.R.D.
Rae Sremmurd
Chloe X Halle
Best Collaboration Award
Bruno Mars feat. Cardi B – “Finesse (Remix)”
DJ Khaled feat. Rihanna & Bryson Tiller – “Wild Thoughts” (Winner)
DJ Khaled feat. Jay-z, Future...
Beyonce was crowned the best female R&B/pop artist, and Cardi B won for best female hip hop artist.
Migos snagged the best group award, while Sza took home best new artist.
Jamie Foxx hosted the show. Anita Baker received the lifetime achievement award.
Best Female R&B / Pop Artist Award
Beyonce (Winner)
Sza
H.E.R.
Rihanna
Kehlani
Best Male R&B / Pop Artist Award
Bruno Mars (Winner)
Chris Brown
The Weeknd
Khalid
Daniel Caesar
Best Group Award
Migos (Winner)
A Tribe Called Quest
N.E.R.D.
Rae Sremmurd
Chloe X Halle
Best Collaboration Award
Bruno Mars feat. Cardi B – “Finesse (Remix)”
DJ Khaled feat. Rihanna & Bryson Tiller – “Wild Thoughts” (Winner)
DJ Khaled feat. Jay-z, Future...
- 6/25/2018
- by Erin Nyren
- Variety Film + TV
DJ Khaled and Kendrick Lamar topped this year’s Bet Awards nominations, with six and five nods, respectively, including video of the year, best collaboration, and album of the year.
Lamar has two noms in the album category for both his solo effort “Damn.” and “Black Panther: The Album,” which he spearheaded. DJ Khaled also has a record in the race with “Grateful,” plus more nominations for his collaborative work with Rihanna, Bryson Tiller, Jay-z, Future, and Beyonce, as well as his video for “Wild Thoughts.” Lamar was also recognized for his collaboration with Rihanna on “Loyalty” and the video for “Humble.” Both are also up for best male hip hop artist.
Other 2018 nominees include Migos, with four nods, including best group and album of the year; and Sza with four nods as well, including best female R&B/pop artist and best new artist.
Tiffany Haddish, Lupita Nyong’o,...
Lamar has two noms in the album category for both his solo effort “Damn.” and “Black Panther: The Album,” which he spearheaded. DJ Khaled also has a record in the race with “Grateful,” plus more nominations for his collaborative work with Rihanna, Bryson Tiller, Jay-z, Future, and Beyonce, as well as his video for “Wild Thoughts.” Lamar was also recognized for his collaboration with Rihanna on “Loyalty” and the video for “Humble.” Both are also up for best male hip hop artist.
Other 2018 nominees include Migos, with four nods, including best group and album of the year; and Sza with four nods as well, including best female R&B/pop artist and best new artist.
Tiffany Haddish, Lupita Nyong’o,...
- 5/16/2018
- by Christi Carras
- Variety Film + TV
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